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Mercy Thompson [Dramatized Adaptation] #5
Silver Borne [Dramatized Adaptation]
Mercy Thompson, car mechanic and shapeshifter, never knows what the day—or night—may bring. But in the fifth novel in the #1 New York Times bestselling series, she's about to learn that while some secrets are dangerous—those who seek them are just plain deadly…
Mercy is smart enough to realize that when it comes to the magical Fae, the less you know, the better. But you can’t always get what you want. When she attempts to return a powerful Fae book she’d previously borrowed in an act of desperation, she finds the bookstore locked up and closed down.
It seems the book contains secret knowledge—and the Fae will do just about anything to keep it out of the wrong hands. And if that doesn’t take enough of Mercy’s attention, her friend Samuel is struggling with his wolf side—leaving Mercy to cover for him, lest his own father declare Sam’s life forfeit.
All in all, Mercy has had better days. And if she isn’t careful, she might not have many more to live...
Adapted from the novel and produced with a full cast of actors, immersive sound effects and cinematic music!
Performed by Khaya Fraites, Gregory Linington, Christopher McLinden, Nora Achrati, Helen Day, Julie-Ann Elliott, RJ Bayley, Todd Scofield, Renee Dorian, Kay Elúvian, Joey Sourlis, Rob McFadyen, Jon Vertullo, James Lewis, Laura C. Harris, Daniel Llaca, Bianca Bryan, Robb Moreira, Mike Carnes, Yasmin Tuazon, Elias Khalil, Nick J. Russo, Christopher Tester, Eric Messner, Jonathon Church, Drew Kopas, Jonathan Lee Taylor, Jameson Hunt, Yenni Ann, Ken Jackson, Emlyn McFarland, Jessica Schly, Keith Richards, Megan Hastie, and Vanessa Thurlow.
Mercy is smart enough to realize that when it comes to the magical Fae, the less you know, the better. But you can’t always get what you want. When she attempts to return a powerful Fae book she’d previously borrowed in an act of desperation, she finds the bookstore locked up and closed down.
It seems the book contains secret knowledge—and the Fae will do just about anything to keep it out of the wrong hands. And if that doesn’t take enough of Mercy’s attention, her friend Samuel is struggling with his wolf side—leaving Mercy to cover for him, lest his own father declare Sam’s life forfeit.
All in all, Mercy has had better days. And if she isn’t careful, she might not have many more to live...
Adapted from the novel and produced with a full cast of actors, immersive sound effects and cinematic music!
Performed by Khaya Fraites, Gregory Linington, Christopher McLinden, Nora Achrati, Helen Day, Julie-Ann Elliott, RJ Bayley, Todd Scofield, Renee Dorian, Kay Elúvian, Joey Sourlis, Rob McFadyen, Jon Vertullo, James Lewis, Laura C. Harris, Daniel Llaca, Bianca Bryan, Robb Moreira, Mike Carnes, Yasmin Tuazon, Elias Khalil, Nick J. Russo, Christopher Tester, Eric Messner, Jonathon Church, Drew Kopas, Jonathan Lee Taylor, Jameson Hunt, Yenni Ann, Ken Jackson, Emlyn McFarland, Jessica Schly, Keith Richards, Megan Hastie, and Vanessa Thurlow.
7 pages, Audiobook
First published April 11, 2025
About the author
Patricia Briggs
147 books30.3k followersLibrarian Note: There is more than one author in the Goodreads database with this name.
Patricia Briggs was born in Butte, Montana, to a children’s librarian who passed on to her kids a love of reading and books. Patricia grew up reading fairy tales and books about horses, and later developed an interest in folklore and history. When she decided to write a book of her own, a fantasy book seemed a natural choice. Patricia graduated from Montana State University with degrees in history and German and she worked for a while as a substitute teacher. Currently, she lives in Montana with her husband, children, and six horses and writes full time, much to the delight of her fans.
Patricia Briggs was born in Butte, Montana, to a children’s librarian who passed on to her kids a love of reading and books. Patricia grew up reading fairy tales and books about horses, and later developed an interest in folklore and history. When she decided to write a book of her own, a fantasy book seemed a natural choice. Patricia graduated from Montana State University with degrees in history and German and she worked for a while as a substitute teacher. Currently, she lives in Montana with her husband, children, and six horses and writes full time, much to the delight of her fans.
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March 6, 2026
✅ Paranormal creatures & Magic
✅ Characters
✅ Bonds between characters
✅ Ben
✅ Pace / quick read
✅ Many small plots
✅ Pack politics
✅ Romance
❗️❗️Trigger warnings: mild PTSD, panic attacks, mentions of past rape, abduction and torture (secondary characters, off-page)
🔥 Spice level : 🌶️🌶️ / 5
One of my favorites of the series, so far.
Mercy remains Mercy—a mechanic trying to have a normal life, but who happens to be a magnet for danger.
A lot of smaller plots are developed in this book, instead of having one big plot, but it worked. There is trouble in the pack, as some members are less than happy to have to welcome Mercy in their midst, faes seem to be after Adam or Mercy, while Mercy is looking for Finn, the missing librarian who lent her the book about fae artefacts in Iron Kissed, and Sam is stuggling with personal issues that affect Mercy since she lives with him.
I loved the pack politics. Seeing the members interact and clash sometimes, and seeing how Mercy is trying to find her place among them, was very interesting. Ben also had some great moments with Mercy, and even though he still seems to dislike women and talk about them like they are lesser most of the time, I can’t help but like him, and I love that he’s becoming friends with Mercy. He really is the biggest surprise for me so far in this series. I never thought I would like him that much.
There was a nice change in setting in the last part of the book, as Mercy and some friends go to Faerie. I wished that part had been longer, though. It also allowed us to see more of Mercy’s special and mysterious powers. I like how she has unique abilities, but she is not overpowerful in a way that makes her invincible, or wanted by everyone. Powerful people want her because she is a curiosity, or because of a specific ability she has, but not because she is a killing machine or has insanely powerful magic.
The romance is slow, but steady. I love how Adam and Mercy are grown-ups, and it shows in their relationship. They have issues, but they manage to talk about them and find solutions, like mature people. There is no miscommunication or pointless jealousy drama between them, as we sometimes have with younger protagonists. I find I connect more with older characters, since I am in my thirties.
Sam grew on me a lot in this book. I always liked him, but I struggled to like him as much as some of the other characters. Seeing his struggle, and how his bond with Mercy had become something centered around pack, family, and friendship rather than the hope of a romance, made him more likable. I know there is a short story about his encounter with Ariana, and I will read it for sure, because I want to know more about them. I am also hoping they will get to have their happy ending.
I adore every scene with Mercy and Zee. I always liked Zee, but seeing how his gruff exterior softens when he is with Mercy, and how he acts like a fatherly figure to her, just warms my heart. He’s such a grump, but he makes me smile.
Stephan was, once more, absent from this book. I was so happy to see him again in Bone Crossed, only for him to disappear in Silver Borne. I understand that with all the friends Mercy has, being from different species, too, she can’t interact with them in each book, but Stephan is one of my favorites, and I missed him.
🛠️ 1. Moon Called [Dramatized Adaptation] (Mercy Thompson series) ⭐⭐⭐.5
🐺 0.5 Alpha & Omega (Alpha & Omega series) ⭐⭐⭐⭐
🐺 1. Cry Wolf (Alpha & Omega series) ⭐⭐⭐
🐺 2. Hunting Ground (Alpha & Omega series) ⭐⭐⭐.5
🛠️ 2. Blood Bound [Dramatized Adaptation] (Mercy Thompson series) ⭐⭐⭐.5
🛠️ 3. Iron Kissed [Dramatized Adaptation] (Mercy Thompson series) ⭐⭐⭐⭐.5
🛠️ 4. Bone Crossed [Dramatized Adaptation] (Mercy Thompson series) ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Shifting Shadows (collection of short stories)
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✅ Characters
✅ Bonds between characters
✅ Ben
✅ Pace / quick read
✅ Many small plots
✅ Pack politics
✅ Romance
❗️❗️Trigger warnings: mild PTSD, panic attacks, mentions of past rape, abduction and torture (secondary characters, off-page)
🔥 Spice level : 🌶️🌶️ / 5
One of my favorites of the series, so far.
Mercy remains Mercy—a mechanic trying to have a normal life, but who happens to be a magnet for danger.
A lot of smaller plots are developed in this book, instead of having one big plot, but it worked. There is trouble in the pack, as some members are less than happy to have to welcome Mercy in their midst, faes seem to be after Adam or Mercy, while Mercy is looking for Finn, the missing librarian who lent her the book about fae artefacts in Iron Kissed, and Sam is stuggling with personal issues that affect Mercy since she lives with him.
I loved the pack politics. Seeing the members interact and clash sometimes, and seeing how Mercy is trying to find her place among them, was very interesting. Ben also had some great moments with Mercy, and even though he still seems to dislike women and talk about them like they are lesser most of the time, I can’t help but like him, and I love that he’s becoming friends with Mercy. He really is the biggest surprise for me so far in this series. I never thought I would like him that much.
There was a nice change in setting in the last part of the book, as Mercy and some friends go to Faerie. I wished that part had been longer, though. It also allowed us to see more of Mercy’s special and mysterious powers. I like how she has unique abilities, but she is not overpowerful in a way that makes her invincible, or wanted by everyone. Powerful people want her because she is a curiosity, or because of a specific ability she has, but not because she is a killing machine or has insanely powerful magic.
The romance is slow, but steady. I love how Adam and Mercy are grown-ups, and it shows in their relationship. They have issues, but they manage to talk about them and find solutions, like mature people. There is no miscommunication or pointless jealousy drama between them, as we sometimes have with younger protagonists. I find I connect more with older characters, since I am in my thirties.
Sam grew on me a lot in this book. I always liked him, but I struggled to like him as much as some of the other characters. Seeing his struggle, and how his bond with Mercy had become something centered around pack, family, and friendship rather than the hope of a romance, made him more likable. I know there is a short story about his encounter with Ariana, and I will read it for sure, because I want to know more about them. I am also hoping they will get to have their happy ending.
I adore every scene with Mercy and Zee. I always liked Zee, but seeing how his gruff exterior softens when he is with Mercy, and how he acts like a fatherly figure to her, just warms my heart. He’s such a grump, but he makes me smile.
Stephan was, once more, absent from this book. I was so happy to see him again in Bone Crossed, only for him to disappear in Silver Borne. I understand that with all the friends Mercy has, being from different species, too, she can’t interact with them in each book, but Stephan is one of my favorites, and I missed him.
🛠️ 1. Moon Called [Dramatized Adaptation] (Mercy Thompson series) ⭐⭐⭐.5
🐺 0.5 Alpha & Omega (Alpha & Omega series) ⭐⭐⭐⭐
🐺 1. Cry Wolf (Alpha & Omega series) ⭐⭐⭐
🐺 2. Hunting Ground (Alpha & Omega series) ⭐⭐⭐.5
🛠️ 2. Blood Bound [Dramatized Adaptation] (Mercy Thompson series) ⭐⭐⭐.5
🛠️ 3. Iron Kissed [Dramatized Adaptation] (Mercy Thompson series) ⭐⭐⭐⭐.5
🛠️ 4. Bone Crossed [Dramatized Adaptation] (Mercy Thompson series) ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Shifting Shadows (collection of short stories)
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October 18, 2025
I pressed forward with my revisit in Graphic Audio edition of the Mercy Thompson series with Mercy tangling with werewolf pack politics, a tricky mate bond, and the even trickier fae, but Mercy is coyote so she finds a way along a path with danger on every side.
Silver Borne is the fifth of the Mercy Thompson urban fantasy series that are all tightly connected so must be read/listened to in order.
In a previous adventure, Mercy required the use of a special fae book that explained fae artifacts and legends. Now, the owner of that book has disappeared and there are suddenly fae interested in the book, in her, and maybe in the werewolves. It is never good to draw this sort of interest, but Mercy is determined to help find Finn if he is in danger and keep his book safe.
A date with Adam leads to a horrible evening in which Mercy discovers that someone or several someones in the pack are actively trying to sabotage her mating with Adam because they can't stand a coyote in the pack. It is not surprising, but it is painful to feel that her very presence is tearing apart Adam's pack and making her really work through her past hang-ups and her present difficulties and decide if she will stand or step aside.
But, that's not all, Samuel's shaky hold on life starts to fracture and she is left caring for a dear friend who is hanging by a thread. If she can't help him find a way, the Marok or Adam will have to put him down.
Mercy's plate is overflowing as usual and that was before someone else she loves goes missing.
I was struck by what Mercy had to face well and beyond her own issues with pack in this one. She really had to decide if Adam was worth all that she would have to face and deal with let alone her adjustments to a mating bond that still prickles with invasiveness and panic attacks while recovering from being raped. Added to this, she has a close loved one attempt suicide just like her foster father did when she was young. She had more than her fill of personal struggles and this could have been off the charts angsty, but it was beautiful handled and was just the right level of angst and introspection helped by some great suspense and urban fantasy action.
Just when it seems its safe to get comfortable with the Mercy Thompson world, the author paints in more details like she does with fae lore in this one. I loved the Silver Borne story and my heart ached for the heroine. It was lovely to see how that story wove in with Samuel's past. And, let me just say that Zee in his true form and in action as the Dark Smith gets me every time.
The hours flew by as I got happily lost in the sound effects, music, and stellar narration cast of Silver Borne.
I finished and felt sated and happy after all Mercy's struggles and her fight to see her come out on the other side. Some of my favorite Adam and Mercy moments. I'm itching to plunge ahead into the next book, River Marked.
Silver Borne is the fifth of the Mercy Thompson urban fantasy series that are all tightly connected so must be read/listened to in order.
In a previous adventure, Mercy required the use of a special fae book that explained fae artifacts and legends. Now, the owner of that book has disappeared and there are suddenly fae interested in the book, in her, and maybe in the werewolves. It is never good to draw this sort of interest, but Mercy is determined to help find Finn if he is in danger and keep his book safe.
A date with Adam leads to a horrible evening in which Mercy discovers that someone or several someones in the pack are actively trying to sabotage her mating with Adam because they can't stand a coyote in the pack. It is not surprising, but it is painful to feel that her very presence is tearing apart Adam's pack and making her really work through her past hang-ups and her present difficulties and decide if she will stand or step aside.
But, that's not all, Samuel's shaky hold on life starts to fracture and she is left caring for a dear friend who is hanging by a thread. If she can't help him find a way, the Marok or Adam will have to put him down.
Mercy's plate is overflowing as usual and that was before someone else she loves goes missing.
I was struck by what Mercy had to face well and beyond her own issues with pack in this one. She really had to decide if Adam was worth all that she would have to face and deal with let alone her adjustments to a mating bond that still prickles with invasiveness and panic attacks while recovering from being raped. Added to this, she has a close loved one attempt suicide just like her foster father did when she was young. She had more than her fill of personal struggles and this could have been off the charts angsty, but it was beautiful handled and was just the right level of angst and introspection helped by some great suspense and urban fantasy action.
Just when it seems its safe to get comfortable with the Mercy Thompson world, the author paints in more details like she does with fae lore in this one. I loved the Silver Borne story and my heart ached for the heroine. It was lovely to see how that story wove in with Samuel's past. And, let me just say that Zee in his true form and in action as the Dark Smith gets me every time.
The hours flew by as I got happily lost in the sound effects, music, and stellar narration cast of Silver Borne.
I finished and felt sated and happy after all Mercy's struggles and her fight to see her come out on the other side. Some of my favorite Adam and Mercy moments. I'm itching to plunge ahead into the next book, River Marked.
June 9, 2025
I like this audio production so much.
- great characters
- the leads have to overcome a lot of stuff and they are both growing
- no cliffhangers at the end of the book
- feels like a finished book even though there are more to come
- great characters
- the leads have to overcome a lot of stuff and they are both growing
- no cliffhangers at the end of the book
- feels like a finished book even though there are more to come
July 2, 2025
So happy to have these Graphic Audio adaptations of this book series.
May 29, 2025
Basic Plot: A book of Fae secrets has surfaced, and must be dealt with.
Mercy continues to try to work on her place within her new pack and continues to try to figure out her mate bond with Adam. Sam is having some serious mental health issues, and there are both fae and fellow packmates out to get her. Life is complicated. While it seems like loose ends are getting tied up here, the book is really just gearing up for the next big plot arc.
Mercy continues to try to work on her place within her new pack and continues to try to figure out her mate bond with Adam. Sam is having some serious mental health issues, and there are both fae and fellow packmates out to get her. Life is complicated. While it seems like loose ends are getting tied up here, the book is really just gearing up for the next big plot arc.
February 17, 2026
I just felt the need to note that even though Finn is more-or-less a side character & introduced in the prior book that I did feel a little connection to him being only a quarter fae, the way he talked about how he isn't accepted as fae because he's only a quarter but he still has abilities that he could only have by having even a quarter of fae blood in him.. it reminded me of what it's like to be a quarter Korean, nobody would ever consider me Asian & yet I carry traits & genes that I could only have by having even a quarter of Korean in my blood. I have really enjoyed this series & can't wait to begin the next book in the series.
October 12, 2025
Mercy Thompson continues to shine in this installment—fierce, loyal, and endlessly human, even when surrounded by magic and monsters. Her love for Samuel, Adam, and Bran is the glue that holds so much together, and it’s beautiful watching those relationships evolve with every challenge they face.
The story balances danger, emotion, and that signature Mercy resilience perfectly. The full-cast audio adaptation adds an incredible cinematic layer—it feels like stepping right into her world. A fantastic continuation of a series that just keeps growing in depth and heart. 🐺❤️🔧
The story balances danger, emotion, and that signature Mercy resilience perfectly. The full-cast audio adaptation adds an incredible cinematic layer—it feels like stepping right into her world. A fantastic continuation of a series that just keeps growing in depth and heart. 🐺❤️🔧
March 28, 2026
I love these books and being in graphic audio makes the experience better.
Mercy is trying to take the book back to Finn and date Adam. Not surprisingly it does go wrong. Sam is sad and the chapters on his mental health are heartbreaking but he has Mercy to keep him safe.
I have literally listened to 5 in a row! 🤩
Mercy is trying to take the book back to Finn and date Adam. Not surprisingly it does go wrong. Sam is sad and the chapters on his mental health are heartbreaking but he has Mercy to keep him safe.
I have literally listened to 5 in a row! 🤩
April 19, 2026
*GraphicAudio via Libby*
Ben really showed up in this one! He was there where needed, and though Warren will always be my fave side character, Ben was a spicy cutie in this one, much like he was in a previous book after Mercy's attack when forced to drink from the cup.
I admire Mercy and Adam's love for each other. It shows in everything they do.
Ben really showed up in this one! He was there where needed, and though Warren will always be my fave side character, Ben was a spicy cutie in this one, much like he was in a previous book after Mercy's attack when forced to drink from the cup.
I admire Mercy and Adam's love for each other. It shows in everything they do.
August 19, 2025
The book version of Silver Borne was one of my favourites in the series, and the Graphic Audio version is fantastic!
It really brings it all to life, and is a bit creepy in parts. I LOVED IT.
Really looking forward to the next books in this amazing series.
It really brings it all to life, and is a bit creepy in parts. I LOVED IT.
Really looking forward to the next books in this amazing series.
November 3, 2025
The last line? Perfection!
March 1, 2026
I’ve read these books along time ago, and am really enjoying reliving the stories in graphic audio!
April 11, 2026
4.5/5
April 17, 2025
Still one of my favorite Mercy Thompson books
December 18, 2025
One of the best books in the series!
I always love Mercy Thompson stories that feature the fae and any book that gives us some good Zee time. This book also advances the relationship between Adam and Mercy, we get resolution for Samuel and even get some Bran time. An excellent installment. I don’t need the background music personally but I enjoy the full cast and sound effects.
I always love Mercy Thompson stories that feature the fae and any book that gives us some good Zee time. This book also advances the relationship between Adam and Mercy, we get resolution for Samuel and even get some Bran time. An excellent installment. I don’t need the background music personally but I enjoy the full cast and sound effects.
July 9, 2025
I have read this series at least twice, listened with Audible and now doing so with GraphicAudio. Every story is unique and every presentation excellent. I fully admit GraphicAudio makes every character, plot, setting, dialogue come alive. I fully enjoy every bit of the hours spend listening.
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