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Whispers From the Edge of the World
In a world divided into ten territories ruled by wealthy families, Ana survives as an indentured servant with one goal: to protect her orphaned nephew from those who would tear them apart. When her escape attempt fails, she is captured by border patrol and delivered to the one person she never wanted to see again—Jonah.
Once her childhood love, now one of them—a territory master—Jonah holds both Ana's and her nephew’s fate in his hands. But as old betrayals resurface and political tensions ignite between territories, Ana must decide if is she willing to trust Jonah again not only with her life, but with her heart.
Once her childhood love, now one of them—a territory master—Jonah holds both Ana's and her nephew’s fate in his hands. But as old betrayals resurface and political tensions ignite between territories, Ana must decide if is she willing to trust Jonah again not only with her life, but with her heart.
359 pages, Paperback
Published May 20, 2025
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L.P. Nascimento
1 book5 followersL.P. Nascimento is a Brazilian author. Educated in the United States, she holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Kansas. She has written numerous short stories, drawing on her diverse cultural background and passion for storytelling. Writing is a long dormant passion she finally pursued after having characters and stories haunt her mind for years.
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May 21, 2025
3.5 stars rounded up! What I liked - Ana’s relationship with her nephew, and her strength + willingness to do whatever was necessary to give him a better life. I thought the romance was very sweet, and it kept me fairly hooked because I think the two main characters are good people, even though some of their choices were iffy. Seeing Ana grow and build friendships outside of her relationship was great too!
I wish the world was a little more fleshed out. There are some references to tell us this happens in the future, but not a ton of information on how we got to this point. I also didn’t understand at all why indentured servitude was the thing holding society together. The social structure could have been more defined too - it seemed like the options were you were one of the Ten families, or a “servant”, and it seems odd that those would be the only two levels. Even with a breakdown in society, I can’t imagine ten families demanding to be in charge and everyone else is just like, “yeah sure, sign me up for committing 40 years of my life to you!”
I received an advance reader copy of this book, and all opinions are my own.
I wish the world was a little more fleshed out. There are some references to tell us this happens in the future, but not a ton of information on how we got to this point. I also didn’t understand at all why indentured servitude was the thing holding society together. The social structure could have been more defined too - it seemed like the options were you were one of the Ten families, or a “servant”, and it seems odd that those would be the only two levels. Even with a breakdown in society, I can’t imagine ten families demanding to be in charge and everyone else is just like, “yeah sure, sign me up for committing 40 years of my life to you!”
I received an advance reader copy of this book, and all opinions are my own.
May 13, 2025
The love betteween Ana and Jonah was really beauthiful. It is a story of do not the injustices and cruelty of the world prevent love. Ana is a fugitive servent that does everything to protect Gabriel. Ana have to trust her childhood lover to survive. Jonah is the master, but he wants to change the systeme and will do everything to keep Ana by his side.
June 11, 2025
Whispers From the Edge of the World
*ARC review* Release date: May 20th
3/5⭐️
Whispers From the Edge of the World by L.P. Nascimento is a second chance romance that takes place after a servant runs away with her nephew to seek refuge. I had a hard time connecting to the characters. I also felt there was not enough world building to fully understand the social structure and concept of the ten territories. I am also not a fan of the miscommunication trope, which happens more than once. The FMC and MMC had chemistry, which had me rooting for them. I of course loved Ana’s dedication to Gabriel as well as Jonah’s. The nickname of “Nan” was confusing cause I’m used to that term referring to a grandmother. Also Gabriel continued to use it and nobody else was picking up on it, which was strange. The ending also seemed a bit rush. This story had good ideas, but ultimately needed more development. Recommend: No
Thank you NetGalley for allowing me to review this book.
*ARC review* Release date: May 20th
3/5⭐️
Whispers From the Edge of the World by L.P. Nascimento is a second chance romance that takes place after a servant runs away with her nephew to seek refuge. I had a hard time connecting to the characters. I also felt there was not enough world building to fully understand the social structure and concept of the ten territories. I am also not a fan of the miscommunication trope, which happens more than once. The FMC and MMC had chemistry, which had me rooting for them. I of course loved Ana’s dedication to Gabriel as well as Jonah’s. The nickname of “Nan” was confusing cause I’m used to that term referring to a grandmother. Also Gabriel continued to use it and nobody else was picking up on it, which was strange. The ending also seemed a bit rush. This story had good ideas, but ultimately needed more development. Recommend: No
Thank you NetGalley for allowing me to review this book.
January 4, 2026
I don’t typically read dystopian novels but once I started reading this, I could not put it down! I can’t wait to see what L.P. Nascimento writes next!
December 2, 2025
ITA
Il libro è ambientato “100 anni dopo la demarcazione dei 10 territori”, da indizi nel libro, penso sia… in un futuro rispetto ad oggi.
Ana sta fuggendo da uno dei territori, Mandyju, per evitare che il nipote Gabriel all’età di 5 anni diventi uno “schiavo”. Nel fuggire si ritrova nel territorio di Avati.
Il “master” di questo territorio, Jonah, è una vecchia conoscenza: la prima delusione amorosa.
Riuscirà Ana a garantire un futuro migliore al nipote? Cosa succederà tra Ana e Jonah? Soprattutto il master di Mandyju scoprirà dove è scappata Ana e farà qualcosa?
La storia è un “e vissero felici e contenti”, prima però un po’ di affanno e dolore.
Il “mondo”, che fa da contorno alla storia di Ana, non è ben definito, si parla di un futuro dove per preservare il territorio e garantire la sicurezza delle persone 10 famiglie facoltose/potenti si sono divise il territorio e tutti gli altri hanno questo contratto… tipo quello degli indiani che raccoglievano il cha (il tè verde) nelle colonie. Come ci sono riusciti e perché la maggioranza lo ha accettato? Non si sa. Si dice che ci siano 10 territori, se ne citano credo 3, non c’è una mappa, anche se dovremmo trovarci nel sud America. Si dice brevemente che non si usa elettricità e industrializzazione, credo abbiano un ban, e non si usano i cognomi. Questo proprio per far capire che il mondo è davvero secondario.
Digressione sui cognomi, mi ha fatto venire in mente quando la Corea è stata annessa al Giappone e i giapponesi hanno eliminato tutti i cognomi delle persone, includendo, quindi, le storie delle famiglie… insomma.
E quindi, concentriamoci sulla storia.
Il tentativo della storia è quello di dare profondità ai due personaggi principali Ana e Jonah. Ana è una schiava, non ha mai avuto la possibilità di imparare a leggere e scrivere, e questo aspetto torna molte volte nel libro, e a causa di un malinteso si è chiusa con tutti. O almeno nel libro si dice che ha “eretto muri”. Jonah, dall’altra parte, è un master e ha una responsabilità per le persone di Avati, pensa anche in modo progressista, ma quando si parla di Ana non capisce più niente. La parte che meno mi è piaciuta di lui, ripetuta più volte, è la fiducia: “fidati di me”, “perché non ti fidi di me”, “ecco, vedi, non ti fidi di me…”
Probabilmente la storia di Ana e Jonah potrebbe essere interessante, con un ambiente inusuale, una storia diversa dal solito. Non per me, purtroppo, avrei preferito più informazioni sul mondo, la politica. Quel poco che c’era era interessante.
Ho ricevuto una copia gratuita di questo libro tramite Booksprout e sto volontariamente lasciando una recensione
ENG
The book is set “100 years after the demarcation of the 10 territories.” From clues in the book, I think it is set in the future.
Ana is fleeing from one of the territories, Mandyju, to prevent her 5-year-old nephew Gabriel to “slavery.” While fleeing, she finds herself in the territory of Avati.
The “master” of this territory, Jonah, is an old acquaintance: her first heartbreak.
Will Ana be able to secure a better future for her nephew? What will happen between Ana and Jonah? Above all, will the master of Mandyju find out where Ana has fled to and take action?
The story is a “happily ever after,” but first there is a bit of anxiety and pain.
The “world” that surrounds Ana's story is not well defined. It talks about a future where, in order to preserve the territory and guarantee the safety of the people, 10 wealthy/powerful families have divided up the territory and everyone else has this contract... like the one the Indians had when they harvested cha (green tea) in the colonies. How did they manage it and why did the majority accept it? We don't know. It is said that there are 10 territories, I think 3 are mentioned, there is no map, although we should be in South America. It is briefly mentioned that electricity and industrialization are not used, I think they have a ban, and surnames are not used. This is precisely to make it clear that the world is really secondary.
Digression on surnames: it reminded me of when Korea was annexed to Japan and the Japanese eliminated all people's surnames, thus erasing family histories...
So, let's focus on the story.
The story attempts to give depth to the two main characters, Ana and Jonah. Ana is effectively a slave, she never had the chance to learn to read and write, and this aspect comes up many times in the book, and because of a misunderstanding, she has closed herself off from everyone. Or at least the book says she has “put up walls.” Jonah, on the other hand, is a master and has a responsibility for the people of Avati. He also thinks in a progressive way, but when it comes to Ana, he doesn't understand anything anymore. The part I liked least about him, repeated several times, is trust: ‘trust me’, ‘why don't you trust me’, ‘there you go, you see, you don't trust me...’.
The story of Ana and Jonah could probably be interesting, with an unusual setting and a storyline different from the usual. Unfortunately, it wasn't for me. I would have preferred more information about the world and politics. The little there was interesting.
I received a free copy of this book through Booksprout and am leaving a voluntary review.
Il libro è ambientato “100 anni dopo la demarcazione dei 10 territori”, da indizi nel libro, penso sia… in un futuro rispetto ad oggi.
Ana sta fuggendo da uno dei territori, Mandyju, per evitare che il nipote Gabriel all’età di 5 anni diventi uno “schiavo”. Nel fuggire si ritrova nel territorio di Avati.
Il “master” di questo territorio, Jonah, è una vecchia conoscenza: la prima delusione amorosa.
Riuscirà Ana a garantire un futuro migliore al nipote? Cosa succederà tra Ana e Jonah? Soprattutto il master di Mandyju scoprirà dove è scappata Ana e farà qualcosa?
La storia è un “e vissero felici e contenti”, prima però un po’ di affanno e dolore.
Il “mondo”, che fa da contorno alla storia di Ana, non è ben definito, si parla di un futuro dove per preservare il territorio e garantire la sicurezza delle persone 10 famiglie facoltose/potenti si sono divise il territorio e tutti gli altri hanno questo contratto… tipo quello degli indiani che raccoglievano il cha (il tè verde) nelle colonie. Come ci sono riusciti e perché la maggioranza lo ha accettato? Non si sa. Si dice che ci siano 10 territori, se ne citano credo 3, non c’è una mappa, anche se dovremmo trovarci nel sud America. Si dice brevemente che non si usa elettricità e industrializzazione, credo abbiano un ban, e non si usano i cognomi. Questo proprio per far capire che il mondo è davvero secondario.
Digressione sui cognomi, mi ha fatto venire in mente quando la Corea è stata annessa al Giappone e i giapponesi hanno eliminato tutti i cognomi delle persone, includendo, quindi, le storie delle famiglie… insomma.
E quindi, concentriamoci sulla storia.
Il tentativo della storia è quello di dare profondità ai due personaggi principali Ana e Jonah. Ana è una schiava, non ha mai avuto la possibilità di imparare a leggere e scrivere, e questo aspetto torna molte volte nel libro, e a causa di un malinteso si è chiusa con tutti. O almeno nel libro si dice che ha “eretto muri”. Jonah, dall’altra parte, è un master e ha una responsabilità per le persone di Avati, pensa anche in modo progressista, ma quando si parla di Ana non capisce più niente. La parte che meno mi è piaciuta di lui, ripetuta più volte, è la fiducia: “fidati di me”, “perché non ti fidi di me”, “ecco, vedi, non ti fidi di me…”
Probabilmente la storia di Ana e Jonah potrebbe essere interessante, con un ambiente inusuale, una storia diversa dal solito. Non per me, purtroppo, avrei preferito più informazioni sul mondo, la politica. Quel poco che c’era era interessante.
Ho ricevuto una copia gratuita di questo libro tramite Booksprout e sto volontariamente lasciando una recensione
ENG
The book is set “100 years after the demarcation of the 10 territories.” From clues in the book, I think it is set in the future.
Ana is fleeing from one of the territories, Mandyju, to prevent her 5-year-old nephew Gabriel to “slavery.” While fleeing, she finds herself in the territory of Avati.
The “master” of this territory, Jonah, is an old acquaintance: her first heartbreak.
Will Ana be able to secure a better future for her nephew? What will happen between Ana and Jonah? Above all, will the master of Mandyju find out where Ana has fled to and take action?
The story is a “happily ever after,” but first there is a bit of anxiety and pain.
The “world” that surrounds Ana's story is not well defined. It talks about a future where, in order to preserve the territory and guarantee the safety of the people, 10 wealthy/powerful families have divided up the territory and everyone else has this contract... like the one the Indians had when they harvested cha (green tea) in the colonies. How did they manage it and why did the majority accept it? We don't know. It is said that there are 10 territories, I think 3 are mentioned, there is no map, although we should be in South America. It is briefly mentioned that electricity and industrialization are not used, I think they have a ban, and surnames are not used. This is precisely to make it clear that the world is really secondary.
Digression on surnames: it reminded me of when Korea was annexed to Japan and the Japanese eliminated all people's surnames, thus erasing family histories...
So, let's focus on the story.
The story attempts to give depth to the two main characters, Ana and Jonah. Ana is effectively a slave, she never had the chance to learn to read and write, and this aspect comes up many times in the book, and because of a misunderstanding, she has closed herself off from everyone. Or at least the book says she has “put up walls.” Jonah, on the other hand, is a master and has a responsibility for the people of Avati. He also thinks in a progressive way, but when it comes to Ana, he doesn't understand anything anymore. The part I liked least about him, repeated several times, is trust: ‘trust me’, ‘why don't you trust me’, ‘there you go, you see, you don't trust me...’.
The story of Ana and Jonah could probably be interesting, with an unusual setting and a storyline different from the usual. Unfortunately, it wasn't for me. I would have preferred more information about the world and politics. The little there was interesting.
I received a free copy of this book through Booksprout and am leaving a voluntary review.
May 16, 2025
The beginning of this book was extremely hard to get into and it didn't remotely get interesting until about 40% of the way through. I found it was very confusing at the beginning and there should have been more world building to help explain the servant-master aspect, as I found this made little sense. Also the fact that Gabriel kept calling Ana "nan" when she was his aunt but acting as his mother was an extremely confusing concept as "nan" where i'm from means grandma.... Going off of this Ana also made a point to tell Gabriel multiple times not to call her nan in front of others but he continued to do in front of people and yet somehow no one suspected a thing and were shocked she wasn't his biological mom ??? Seems like a bit of a plot hole in my opinion. I also found that resolution at the end to be a bit of a band-aid solution and seemed a bit like a YA concept with little thought behind it. The last issue to arise in the story regarding Jonah also somehow fell flat as there were barely any pages left so the conflict and resolution was done extremely fast and thus, seemed to be a forced trope thrown into the storyline to drag it out.
This book has potential but it needs to be made more interesting at an earlier point and the solutions to issues needs to be more creative and dragged out longer....it's very uninteresting to have a whole book's plot be based on one thing just for it to suddenly be solved in one chapter with little actual build up to a solution prior. It's like watching a movie trailer and it's only the good parts highlighted in it so when you finally get to watch the movie and see it, it's a let down. That's how I felt reading this. I had high hopes and it was quickly squashed in the beginning, with a bit of hope rekindled in middle and then squashed again to never again be ignited.
"Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC in return for an honest review. Everything that is stated is my own opinion.
This book has potential but it needs to be made more interesting at an earlier point and the solutions to issues needs to be more creative and dragged out longer....it's very uninteresting to have a whole book's plot be based on one thing just for it to suddenly be solved in one chapter with little actual build up to a solution prior. It's like watching a movie trailer and it's only the good parts highlighted in it so when you finally get to watch the movie and see it, it's a let down. That's how I felt reading this. I had high hopes and it was quickly squashed in the beginning, with a bit of hope rekindled in middle and then squashed again to never again be ignited.
"Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC in return for an honest review. Everything that is stated is my own opinion.
May 27, 2025
3.5🌟
A second chance love story ? Count me in!
I found this to book to be a really easy read, despite some of the heavier themes throughout. I did expect the climax with Arthur to be more high stakes but still enjoyed it overall. A second chance love story ? count me in
I really wanted to love this book but just felt like there was something missing. I liked the FMC and the MMC but I didn't *love* them. I agree that Jonah was sweet (he manages to get Gran there?! swoon!) but I got bored of hearing everyone say it - especially how his actions spoke loudly. Like i get it. I also felt maybe we were told information rather than shown, like the MCs feelings about each other. I will say that I loved Gabe and Ana's growth. Her relationships with the other women were so lovely to see, I love wholesome girl friends.
This is a debut book and I feel that came across as some of the writing was repetitive ('tone was nostalgic', 'the noose around his/her heart') and at times dialogue seemed forced and not natural.
Despite this, I think the author has created a really interesting world and would be super keen to read more of their books set here. I'd love to see the other 8 of the Ten states, as well as the Independent State and the rest of the world. The author has a lot of stuff to work with here and I hope they do! I'd also read a prequel set at the end of the world and how the Ten came together. I think it's interesting given the current situation of the world and the consequences of the power and control of a powerful few.
NetGalley and Victory Editing Co-Op provided me with a free version of this book for my honest review - thank you!
A second chance love story ? Count me in!
I found this to book to be a really easy read, despite some of the heavier themes throughout. I did expect the climax with Arthur to be more high stakes but still enjoyed it overall. A second chance love story ? count me in
I really wanted to love this book but just felt like there was something missing. I liked the FMC and the MMC but I didn't *love* them. I agree that Jonah was sweet (he manages to get Gran there?! swoon!) but I got bored of hearing everyone say it - especially how his actions spoke loudly. Like i get it. I also felt maybe we were told information rather than shown, like the MCs feelings about each other. I will say that I loved Gabe and Ana's growth. Her relationships with the other women were so lovely to see, I love wholesome girl friends.
This is a debut book and I feel that came across as some of the writing was repetitive ('tone was nostalgic', 'the noose around his/her heart') and at times dialogue seemed forced and not natural.
Despite this, I think the author has created a really interesting world and would be super keen to read more of their books set here. I'd love to see the other 8 of the Ten states, as well as the Independent State and the rest of the world. The author has a lot of stuff to work with here and I hope they do! I'd also read a prequel set at the end of the world and how the Ten came together. I think it's interesting given the current situation of the world and the consequences of the power and control of a powerful few.
NetGalley and Victory Editing Co-Op provided me with a free version of this book for my honest review - thank you!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
May 27, 2025
Ana will do anything to save her young nephew Gabe, even risk death by running away. But trusting the man who broke her heart is a different matter. When they find themselves in a neighbouring territory and the master turns out to be Jonah, Ana reinforces the walls around her heart - but his patience and caring gradually bring them down. Unfortunately, keeping another master's indentured servant is breaking the law, which may endanger all he's ever worked for, yet sending her back would sign her death warrant. Can they find a way to be together or is their second chance equally doomed?
If tightened up, I think I could have really enjoyed this, but I found myself increasingly noticing the writing - nothing major, but it felt slightly stilted and distracted me from the story. However, what really dropped the rating for me was (1) intermittent bad language (including blasphemy) and (2) a sex scene I didn't want and wasn't expecting. I only had to skip a couple of pages, so it's probably nothing major, but if that's not something you want, look elsewhere. In terms of the story otherwise, I did appreciate the answer they came up with, but the jump to the final scene felt unreasonable. All in all, not an author I'll be looking for more by - but others may not share my objections and therefore enjoy it.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
If tightened up, I think I could have really enjoyed this, but I found myself increasingly noticing the writing - nothing major, but it felt slightly stilted and distracted me from the story. However, what really dropped the rating for me was (1) intermittent bad language (including blasphemy) and (2) a sex scene I didn't want and wasn't expecting. I only had to skip a couple of pages, so it's probably nothing major, but if that's not something you want, look elsewhere. In terms of the story otherwise, I did appreciate the answer they came up with, but the jump to the final scene felt unreasonable. All in all, not an author I'll be looking for more by - but others may not share my objections and therefore enjoy it.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
April 24, 2025
This book was a pleasure to read from start to finish! The all-too-believable dystopian future (echoes of "House Of The Scorpion" vibes) was a powerful setting for this classic love story. Jonah makes a perfect romance hero: principled, courageous, and kind despite the cruel world he was born into, his genuine care for others is his most attractive trait. (The fact that he's strong & handsome also helps...) Ana is his perfect match, showing spirit and bravery to stand her ground even in impossible situations. And I have to say, I have never read a sweeter relationship between aunt and nephew. Ana's love and care for her sister's son is genuinely felt, and provides a central theme that resonates throughout the story.
The writing style was simple, clear, and easy to understand. No literary flourishes here, but the basic style worked for me as I was absorbed in the story. This was a pleasant, relaxing book to read, and it would be ideal for some low-key reading time such as beach or travel. I received an advance copy of this book for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily to share my honest opinion. It is a quick and enjoyable story, a lovely fresh take on a classic romance novel.
The writing style was simple, clear, and easy to understand. No literary flourishes here, but the basic style worked for me as I was absorbed in the story. This was a pleasant, relaxing book to read, and it would be ideal for some low-key reading time such as beach or travel. I received an advance copy of this book for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily to share my honest opinion. It is a quick and enjoyable story, a lovely fresh take on a classic romance novel.
September 23, 2025
This was such an emotional read, with some incredibly deep themes. The author created a vivid world, with characters that are entirely believable. This is a great example of the dystopian genre.
Ana is a wonderful FMC, with spirit and compassion and undying love and loyalty. She is incredibly brave, determined to stand her ground in order to protect the ones she loves. Jonah is a man of principle in a world where that is not the norm. He is driven by a desire to do right by the people he serves, and that gives an air of hope to what could be a rather dark story.
It’s the relationship dynamics that really make this book for me. The familial relationship between Ana and Gabriel was so strong, so loving, so sweet. The relationships between Jonah and his mother and his sister was strong and supportive. The romance between Jonah and Ana was often heart-wrenching, but oh so wonderful to read. Even the differing dynamics with the master-servant relationships was interesting, even as it was deeply uncomfortable.
All in all, this was an engrossing novel with a lot of depth.
Ana is a wonderful FMC, with spirit and compassion and undying love and loyalty. She is incredibly brave, determined to stand her ground in order to protect the ones she loves. Jonah is a man of principle in a world where that is not the norm. He is driven by a desire to do right by the people he serves, and that gives an air of hope to what could be a rather dark story.
It’s the relationship dynamics that really make this book for me. The familial relationship between Ana and Gabriel was so strong, so loving, so sweet. The relationships between Jonah and his mother and his sister was strong and supportive. The romance between Jonah and Ana was often heart-wrenching, but oh so wonderful to read. Even the differing dynamics with the master-servant relationships was interesting, even as it was deeply uncomfortable.
All in all, this was an engrossing novel with a lot of depth.
May 11, 2025
I enjoyed the premise of this story, and I loved the relationship between the FMC, Ana, and her nephew. Ana's love for her nephew and her desire to ensure he was taken care of was overarching throughout the story.
There were some parts of the author's writing style I didn't love. I felt there was a lot of telling, and not a lot of showing - many of the character's emotions were clearly stated, such as "X character knew he would never break his trust" in a way that made it feel forced. I would've preferred more showing in the dialogue and character interactions rather than the explicit statements.
The ending also felt a bit rushed - there was a ton crammed into the last 20% of the book compared to the first 80%. The author wrapped the story up nicely; however, I felt it could've been paced a bit better.
All together, it was an easy read and a good story from a debut author.
Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
There were some parts of the author's writing style I didn't love. I felt there was a lot of telling, and not a lot of showing - many of the character's emotions were clearly stated, such as "X character knew he would never break his trust" in a way that made it feel forced. I would've preferred more showing in the dialogue and character interactions rather than the explicit statements.
The ending also felt a bit rushed - there was a ton crammed into the last 20% of the book compared to the first 80%. The author wrapped the story up nicely; however, I felt it could've been paced a bit better.
All together, it was an easy read and a good story from a debut author.
Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
April 25, 2025
Thank you, BookSirens, for the free eARC. I am leaving my honest review voluntarily.
I appreciated the pacing of the story and admired the determination of the FMC, Ana. Her unwavering focus on protecting her nephew and providing him with a better life was inspiring. However, I found the dialogue to be choppy because of the syntax, which disrupted the flow and made me pause and reflect on the meaning. Additionally, I docked a star because the frequent miscommunication coming from a lack of trust became frustrating, especially when Ana continued to make the same mistakes and not learn from the issues that arose. While the book had a strong buildup throughout, the ending felt abrupt and disconnected, leaving me wanting more from the story. Taking all these factors into account, I rate this book 3 out of 5 stars.
I appreciated the pacing of the story and admired the determination of the FMC, Ana. Her unwavering focus on protecting her nephew and providing him with a better life was inspiring. However, I found the dialogue to be choppy because of the syntax, which disrupted the flow and made me pause and reflect on the meaning. Additionally, I docked a star because the frequent miscommunication coming from a lack of trust became frustrating, especially when Ana continued to make the same mistakes and not learn from the issues that arose. While the book had a strong buildup throughout, the ending felt abrupt and disconnected, leaving me wanting more from the story. Taking all these factors into account, I rate this book 3 out of 5 stars.
May 11, 2025
“Whispers from the Edge of the World” offers a story with a warm, genuine heart, especially through the believable and touching relationships it builds. The bond between Ana and her nephew feels authentic, and her growing connection with Jonah is sweet and easy to root for. Both characters are relatable, drawing you into their individual journeys and shared moments. There’s a lovely balance of softness and quiet intrigue, with dialogue that often feels honest and true.
That said, some of the themes felt a bit simplified, leaning more into a YA tone than I expected. I found myself wanting more nuance at times. The beginning is also quite slow, so it takes a bit of patience to settle into. Still, the emotional core and strong character work make it worth reading—especially if you enjoy gentle, heartfelt storytelling.
That said, some of the themes felt a bit simplified, leaning more into a YA tone than I expected. I found myself wanting more nuance at times. The beginning is also quite slow, so it takes a bit of patience to settle into. Still, the emotional core and strong character work make it worth reading—especially if you enjoy gentle, heartfelt storytelling.
May 14, 2025
Thank you to NetGalley and ARC provided by Victory Editing NetGalley Co-op for sending an ARC of this. This was a pretty quick read. The relationship between a master and an indentured servant could have been done better. Our main characters are Jonah and Ana. They meet when they were younger then we had some miscommunication trope and things ending badly. They are then reunited years later, but not for happy circumstances. Ana is on the run with her nephew Gabriel and she ends up in Jonah’s territory. Jonah is considers a good territory masters because he isn’t harsh like the others. I feel like there was potential, but gone about a little wrong. Then we finally get to the good stuff towards the end and the endings rushed. We didn’t really get to see Ana come into her new role. I did love the relationship Ana had with Gabriel. She would do anything for him to keep him safe.
May 14, 2025
Whispers from the Edge of the World is a cosy, second chance romance that showcases hope, compassion and humanity in a post-apocalyptic South America where indentured servitude is the life for many including our heroine Ana.
Having escaped the horrific conditions in her home territory, Ana finds herself, and her young nephew, at the mercy of the man who once broke her heart.
It is a heart warming tale of star crossed love and challenging the system that was built to save a world on the brink of destruction but has become a cruel way of life for many. You can’t help but route for ana and Jonah as they find each other once again 12 years later.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for granting me access in return for an honest review.
Having escaped the horrific conditions in her home territory, Ana finds herself, and her young nephew, at the mercy of the man who once broke her heart.
It is a heart warming tale of star crossed love and challenging the system that was built to save a world on the brink of destruction but has become a cruel way of life for many. You can’t help but route for ana and Jonah as they find each other once again 12 years later.
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for granting me access in return for an honest review.
May 27, 2025
I was totally not expecting this book to be like this 🤯 I was so sure this would be a cute little romance and what did I just read??
The end almost killed me because what do you mean that all that happened throughout the book could have ended just like that!!!
Anyways I really liked this book!! The author has an amazing writing style and I was really invested in the relationship of this book! I loved Ana from the moment we met her she’s so so strong and I could not imagine myself in her position.
Jonah and Ana are sooo cute and I love how Jonah still remebered her even after being apart for so many years! I really really liked this book and if you’re looking for the most crazy ending i TRULY recommend this book 🩷
The end almost killed me because what do you mean that all that happened throughout the book could have ended just like that!!!
Anyways I really liked this book!! The author has an amazing writing style and I was really invested in the relationship of this book! I loved Ana from the moment we met her she’s so so strong and I could not imagine myself in her position.
Jonah and Ana are sooo cute and I love how Jonah still remebered her even after being apart for so many years! I really really liked this book and if you’re looking for the most crazy ending i TRULY recommend this book 🩷
April 16, 2025
BETA REVIEW
Release date May 20th 2025
I am so grateful that I got to read and enjoy this book before it being published.
I throughly enjoyed the relationship between Anna and her nephew. My favorite thing about this book would be Anna being such a strong FMC and her being able to save herself and her nephew and give them a better life.
I absolutely loved Jonah and how he stood up for what he belied in and those in her tribe. He made sure everyone was cared for and got what they needed he deserved his own happiness so much and I’m so glad he got it. I am so glad that they both got their happy ending !
Release date May 20th 2025
I am so grateful that I got to read and enjoy this book before it being published.
I throughly enjoyed the relationship between Anna and her nephew. My favorite thing about this book would be Anna being such a strong FMC and her being able to save herself and her nephew and give them a better life.
I absolutely loved Jonah and how he stood up for what he belied in and those in her tribe. He made sure everyone was cared for and got what they needed he deserved his own happiness so much and I’m so glad he got it. I am so glad that they both got their happy ending !
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
May 1, 2025
While reading “Whispers From The Edge Of The World" I felt so many emotions, right along with the characters.
I cried (ugly cried really), I laughed, I was terrified, but always entertained and could not put the book down!
The world and the present and past situations, were very well created and are comparable to some of our ugliest realities.
The FMC is an amazing woman despite all she underwent, and the MMC is a very layered and complex character.
I definitely recommend reading this book, if you like romance with a good but not overly complicated plot.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I cried (ugly cried really), I laughed, I was terrified, but always entertained and could not put the book down!
The world and the present and past situations, were very well created and are comparable to some of our ugliest realities.
The FMC is an amazing woman despite all she underwent, and the MMC is a very layered and complex character.
I definitely recommend reading this book, if you like romance with a good but not overly complicated plot.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
August 29, 2025
This is a romance novel where the characters have to face adversity and deal with their unequal standings in society.
I found the politics of this society interesting, in the story a group of wealthy families have taken over different territories and forced people into indentured servitude contracts. As someone who is interested in world building, I would have liked to read more about this system and those trying to dismantle it.
Overall I enjoyed the characters in this book, and found Ana's story of risking a dangerous escape to save her nephew and give him a better life compelling.
I found the politics of this society interesting, in the story a group of wealthy families have taken over different territories and forced people into indentured servitude contracts. As someone who is interested in world building, I would have liked to read more about this system and those trying to dismantle it.
Overall I enjoyed the characters in this book, and found Ana's story of risking a dangerous escape to save her nephew and give him a better life compelling.
May 13, 2025
“Ana guessed if there was such a thing as a happily ever after, this surely was hers”
Thank you to NetGallery for providing me with this arc. I thought it was a somewhat easy read; it was clear and easy to follow. Jonah and Ana were both lovable characters, with the latter being so brave that she gives the audience someone to love and root for. However, I did feel like the ending could’ve been fleshed out just a little bit more, but it still gave us a happy ending, so I can’t complain.
Thank you to NetGallery for providing me with this arc. I thought it was a somewhat easy read; it was clear and easy to follow. Jonah and Ana were both lovable characters, with the latter being so brave that she gives the audience someone to love and root for. However, I did feel like the ending could’ve been fleshed out just a little bit more, but it still gave us a happy ending, so I can’t complain.
June 8, 2025
I was really intrigued by the world within this story as it was described in the synopsis, but unfortunately it wasn’t very developed in the book itself. There was so much potential to dive into more of the rules and history of this political system, and I was left wanting more. Ana and Jonah’s love story was really sweet, and I liked how everything was wrapped up at the end though. Thanks NetGalley for the digital ARC!
July 18, 2025
I could not put this book down! I found the world-building incredible, well-developed and complex. The theme of indentured servants is very raw and painful. The relationships between the characters are touching very poignant, especially the one between Jonah and Ana, the main characters. This is a very original and breath-taking read that I hope other readers will enjoy and love as much as I have.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
April 26, 2025
Thank you to NetGalley, the publishers, and the author for this advanced copy!
Whispers from the Edge of the World is a sweet post-apocalyptic story that details the forbidden love of Ana and Jonah, an indentured servant and lord of the territory. While the story was lovely and captivating, I would personally classify this as more of a YA novel than an adult novel.
Whispers from the Edge of the World is a sweet post-apocalyptic story that details the forbidden love of Ana and Jonah, an indentured servant and lord of the territory. While the story was lovely and captivating, I would personally classify this as more of a YA novel than an adult novel.
May 3, 2025
I had the privilege to be one of the first few people to read this novel and I must say I loved every single word of it. The dystopian future the characters live in feels real and their interactions with one another are full of humanity and honesty. I was hooked from the beginning and it did not disappoint. I would recommend it.
May 26, 2025
Ana and Jonah are interesting. Their interactions sometimes left something to be desired because he was a butt. I did like how it ended though but the journey there was not an easy one. I like Ana though, she was a good female lead.
May 27, 2025
I've enjoyed this read: It gets captivating. The worldbuilding and dystopia's vibes are felt very realistic. Thanks to the lovely and human characters - Ana and Jonah were interesting main characters -, there is balance between challenging situations and cozy interactions.
October 13, 2025
I really tried to get into this one but just couldn't get into it. I think I DNF'd around 30% into the book. :(
I just wasn't invested in the story or the characters and nothing about it had me hooked enough to make me want to keep going.
I just wasn't invested in the story or the characters and nothing about it had me hooked enough to make me want to keep going.
July 21, 2025
3.5 ⭐️'s !!
Ana is a runaway servant, a fugitive, daring to cross the territory lines to escape the life she has always known and a future she doesn’t want her little nephew, Gabe, to live through. In a world split into 10 territories, and all run by hard and strict masters, Ana attempts to cross into a part of her world run by no master: a wildness of no man’s land. But on her journey she is soon discovered by a boarder patrol and realises that she has wandered into an enemies land. As she is taken to where the master lives, she can only hope that he will agree to help her and her boy. On arriving, she soon discovers the master is the last person in the world she ever wanted to see again, her dear Jonah. Will they ever be able to forgive each other or will Ana’s hatred for him last forever??
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Thank you to NetGalley for giving me a copy to read and review!
I enjoyed reading this book by L.P. Nascimento and found the first half exciting and thrilling. Was Ana going to be able to create a new world for her nephew? What is the history behind Ana’s friendship with the master? I did, personally, find the last half focused mainly on Ana’s love story and the growth of her relationship, making it more of a romance book which I didn’t really get into. But I did think it was a nice read!
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Isabella Ann of The Painted Caravan ❤️
Ana is a runaway servant, a fugitive, daring to cross the territory lines to escape the life she has always known and a future she doesn’t want her little nephew, Gabe, to live through. In a world split into 10 territories, and all run by hard and strict masters, Ana attempts to cross into a part of her world run by no master: a wildness of no man’s land. But on her journey she is soon discovered by a boarder patrol and realises that she has wandered into an enemies land. As she is taken to where the master lives, she can only hope that he will agree to help her and her boy. On arriving, she soon discovers the master is the last person in the world she ever wanted to see again, her dear Jonah. Will they ever be able to forgive each other or will Ana’s hatred for him last forever??
⭐️📚⭐️📚⭐️📚⭐️📚⭐️📚⭐️📚⭐️📚⭐️📚⭐️📚⭐️📚⭐️📚⭐️📚⭐️📚⭐️📚⭐️📚⭐️📚⭐️📚⭐️📚
Thank you to NetGalley for giving me a copy to read and review!
I enjoyed reading this book by L.P. Nascimento and found the first half exciting and thrilling. Was Ana going to be able to create a new world for her nephew? What is the history behind Ana’s friendship with the master? I did, personally, find the last half focused mainly on Ana’s love story and the growth of her relationship, making it more of a romance book which I didn’t really get into. But I did think it was a nice read!
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Isabella Ann of The Painted Caravan ❤️
June 11, 2025
Thank you so much to NetGalley and L.P. Nascimento for providing me with a complimentary digital ARC for Whispers From the Edge of the World coming out May 20, 2025. The honest opinions expressed in this review are my own.
I thought this would be a fun romance book. It wasn’t quite what I thought it would be. It wasn’t for me. I thought a lot of the same old tropes were used. I didn’t care for the ending. I would check out other books by this author though.
I thought this would be a fun romance book. It wasn’t quite what I thought it would be. It wasn’t for me. I thought a lot of the same old tropes were used. I didn’t care for the ending. I would check out other books by this author though.
June 20, 2025
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. Although set in the distant future, it resonates with some of today's world crises. Anna and Jonah are believable characters, human with their qualities and flaws, and thus quite relatable. Their predicaments pull us in and we want them to win, even when it seems all is lost. highly recommend this book!
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