Whispers of Darkness

De: Toni Goode

Narrado por: Freya Victoria

In a world teeming with immortals and witches, Finn's life crumbles after a heart-wrenching loss. Tasked with hunting down a powerful witch, Bree, he faces a daunting truth – she belongs to the very bloodline he once decimated. Now, Finn stands at a crossroads, torn between vengeance and an audacious plan: can he harness the witch's power to resurrect the love he thought was lost forever? Dive into a realm of dark secrets, magic, and unbreakable bonds in this electrifying supernatural thriller.

©2023 Toni Goode (P)2024 Toni Goode

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I found this audiobook to be very entertaining absolutely love the characters in this book, and I had hours of fun listening to it.

I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

Captivating

Whispers of Darkness by Toni Goode is a dark and captivating journey into a supernatural world filled with immortals, witches, and impossible choices. As the second book in the Whispers Series, this audiobook pulls you into the intense emotional struggles of Finn, a man grappling with a tragic loss and seeking redemption—or perhaps revenge.

The story centers on Finn, who is tasked with hunting down Bree, a powerful witch tied to the very bloodline he once destroyed. The emotional tension is palpable as Finn faces a tough decision: will he exact vengeance, or can he use Bree’s magic to bring back the love he thought was lost forever? The narrator does an excellent job of portraying Finn’s internal conflict, making his pain and determination feel raw and real.

Bree, as a character, brings intrigue and complexity to the story, and the narrator’s voice work effectively conveys her strength, vulnerability, and mystery. The audiobook’s pacing is gripping, seamlessly blending moments of action with deeper emotional revelations. The world-building is immersive, filled with dark magic, deep secrets, and a haunting sense of fate.

Although this is the second book in the series, it works well as a standalone. If you're new to the Whispers Series, this audiobook is a great entry point, and it will likely leave you eager to go back and explore the first book for added depth. The story's tone will appeal to fans of True Blood, The Vampire Diaries, and The Originals, with its blend of supernatural thrills, complex relationships, and moral dilemmas.

Lots of Twilight references

I enjoyed being introduced to Finn’s and Bree’s complicated relationship and the struggles they face in the series

Not Your Typical Vampire Tale

If you go into this book thinking it will be your typical sparkly vampire story, as we often see in those imitating that famous (and infamous) vampire movie and book series, you will be disappointed. However, if you're interested in a unique take on vampire stories, you may find this one interesting. The male vampire in this story is decidedly dark, with a vengeful and violent past. Imagine how it goes when he searches for an intriguing young witch from a family he thought he had wiped off the face of the earth long ago. That's not all, though. While I don't want to give away too many details in case you decide to read or listen to this book yourself, let's just say he has an unexpected metamorphosis that changes their dynamic in a delightfully surprising way. By the way, how non-vampires view vampires in this world is fascinating. Pretty much everyone else, even other supernatural beings, thinks they are no-good, violent creatures, even going so far as to have several derisive terms describing them, like “fangers.” I found this story a bit odd at times, and with the audiobook format, things got a bit confusing here and there. I don't feel like I can wholeheartedly recommend it, but if you are looking for a different kind of vampire story, you may find this one enjoyable.

Amazing vampires

Whispers of Darkness by Toni Goode is an amazing paranormal romance. Freya Victoria did an amazing job with the narration. Whispers of Darkness is the second book in Made in Heaven series or Whispers series. The story is entertaining, interesting, enjoyable, thrilling, and more. Things start falling apart for Finn. I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.would recommend