Whisper of Shadows

Diana Pharaoh Francis

Apr 2016 · The Diamond City Magic Novels Book 3 · Bell Bridge Books

About this ebook

War is coming . . .

When the FBI uses an anti-magic law to arrest and torture Riley's boyfriend, they have no idea what hell they are about to unleash. If Riley can't rescue Clay before he breaks, the result will be a disaster of epic proportions.

With time running out, Riley and her family must rely on two people more likely to stab them in the back than actually help. And, even if Riley manages the rescue, she's still got to deal with two kidnappings and the return of her dad from the dead--the same dad who'd been willing to see her dead to protect his secrets.

What's a girl to do? Kick ass, take names, and protect those she cares about at all costs.

"The characters and the world building are fantastic." --Book Junkiez on Edge of Dreams

"Good pacing, a complex and layered plot, and intriguing characters illustrate why the author delivers such amazing reads!" --Jill Smith, RT Book Reviews on Edge of Dreams

"A kickass thrill ride with magic, sex, guns, and mystery."--John Hartness, Bestselling Author of The Black Knight Chronicles on Trace of Magic

Diana Pharaoh Francis is the acclaimed author of a dozen novels of fantasy and urban fantasy. Her books have been nominated for the Mary Roberts Rinehart Award and RT's Best Urban Fantasy. Whisper of Shadows is the third book in her exciting new urban fantasy series--The Diamond City Magic Novels.

Ratings and reviews

Time’s running out and Riley must rescue her boyfriend from the FBI before they unleash a disaster of epic proportions in this thrilling Diamond City Magic story. In order to rescue Clay, Riley and her family will have to depend on two people who are more likely to stab them in the back than actually help and the readers can’t help but get caught up in the thrills as Riley does some major butt kicking, takes a heck of a lot of names and protects those that she cares about no matter the cost. There’s not a whole lot of actual romance in this story because of the situation but what’s more romantic than saving the man you love by whatever means necessary which in this case has Riley and Clay becoming closer than anybody would ever dream someone can get (sorry you’ll have to read the book to figure that one out). The characters are strong, compelling and easily grab the reader’s attention while the fast paced and smooth flowing plot keeps readers on the edge of their seat with lots of suspense, action and romance. The story starts off with some gnarly tension as someone from Riley’s past makes an appearance and then the FBI starts knock down doors which sets off an exhilarating and suspenseful chain of events that keeps anticipation building throughout the story with some magical and deadly scenes adding additional excitement. Riley, family and frienemies find they themselves on a rescue mission that never has a dull moment and the well written scenes are full of vivid details that bring every second of the story to life with some unexpected twists adding spice and emotional turmoil to the story. This was one story that I couldn’t not be put down because there was just so much happening and I kept wanting to know what was next and I can’t wait to visit Diamond City again and find out what happens next.

Whisper of Shadows picks up shortly where the second book left off (I am still working on book two) and I was thrilled to realize that stuff had happened in book 2 that were crazy!!!!!!! Whisper of Shadows is amazing, it starts a little more slowly then I like and then I'm used to from a DPF book. But then the middle grabs you and pulls you along for a ride. And man what a ride this is. Some characters make an appearance and a twist happened that was likely apparent but was still shocking in its finality. DPF managed to make a book 3 that opened up the world. In previous books book’s 1/2 have opened up worlds, while book 3 has spun threads and pulled items together. Whisper of Shadows, opened up worlds, and created even more suspense. She grabbed some new characters and allowed them to shine, gave them stories, and fleshed out some reasons for Riley to be Riley. Had a lot of fun reading this book- and can’t wait to re-read it again, slower this time to savour the development of several characters into vital players on the stage. Super enjoyable read from one of my favourite authors. :)

Such a griping series and disarmingly wonderful telling of the bonds of family, friends, and lovers.