Glass Wings

The Glass Wings Series, Book 1

By: Elle Kaelee

Narrated by: H Keith Lyons

Length: 8 hrs and 16 mins

Publisher's summary

Glass Wings

The Glass Wings Series Book One

Pain erupted from Hadley’s shoulders, blood, deep and blue streaked down her back. A metal chain groaned around her ankle, the only sound besides her screams in the dark.

Eighteen and alone in California, Hadley turns to selling the only thing she has left to make ends meet: herself. When strange things start happening, Hadley has nowhere to turn. She will soon learn that there are worse things than humans watching her from the shadows.

Hadley’s existence is an anomaly. She has inherited an ancient feud between immortals both good and evil. With it, powers she can’t yet control. Her path extends back centuries, tying her to five winged immortals: a gentle soul burdened with destructive abilities, twins whose connection to the moon ties them to fate, a woman whose commands shape destinies, and a boy who wanders the realm of unconsciousness.

She will soon learn what they’ve all known for ages: even divine beings aren’t immune to family drama. When the light and the dark prepare for war, only you can decide which side you fall on—and it might not be as clear as you think.

©2024 Linda Kahle (P)2024 Linda Kahle

Something New and Fresh in the Dark Fantasy Genre

Where do I start? Wow! This story is not like any other I've read before! I've been getting somewhat bored of the typical plots that come with the majority of romantasy stories out there lately. This book was certainly a welcome change! It did take some time to wrap my head around the world being described because it is so different, but toward the middle it came together and I was immersed in the story and found it hard to turn off! I devoured this audiobook over the course of 2 days!

For constructive criticism, I only wish the introduction of the Kinnari made it more clear what they were exactly and how their magic system worked. This was the part that confused me so much in the beginning of the story. When the story would shift to today's time with Hadley, it was much easier to follow along. So for the first half of the book I spent half of the time kind of lost trying to piece the puzzle of the Kinnari together and wasn't able to really get into the story the way I would have liked. Once those pieces finally clicked into place, I was chomping at the bit to find out what happens next! And the ending…! Never did I see that coming! I can only imagine what awaits in the next book!

I imagine a reread/listen would be great now that I understand the world and characters better.

The narrator did a wonderful job as well. He made each character stand out so it was very easy to follow along.

If you're looking for something in the dark fantasy genre that's different from the current trends that includes unique characters, an uncommon magic system, and that's fast paced and keeps you hooked, give this a try. I think you'll be pleasantly surprised.

This story does contain dark elements so be sure and check those trigger warnings. There are some scenes that may be tough for some.