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A Voice of Silver and Blood
I’m a struggling musician in a world that’s forgotten how to hope.
When my brother disappears, I follow his trail straight into a nightmare of blood-soaked alleys, ancient vampire courts, and something even older.
The Dream—a place of magic, memory, and madness. And me? Apparently, I’m not just human. I’m something else. Something hunted.
Faelan, the exiled King of the Fae, claims I’m the first Dreamer born in a century—and the only one powerful enough to stand against the Vampire Queen who’s draining hope from the world. He says I’m important. He says he’ll protect me.
But I’ve seen how he looks at me. And gods help me, I look back.
Now I’m marked by magic, tied to a vampire, and falling for a Fae prince who would burn the world to save me.
I don’t want a throne. I want my brother back. But the Dream isn’t done with me yet.
When my brother disappears, I follow his trail straight into a nightmare of blood-soaked alleys, ancient vampire courts, and something even older.
The Dream—a place of magic, memory, and madness. And me? Apparently, I’m not just human. I’m something else. Something hunted.
Faelan, the exiled King of the Fae, claims I’m the first Dreamer born in a century—and the only one powerful enough to stand against the Vampire Queen who’s draining hope from the world. He says I’m important. He says he’ll protect me.
But I’ve seen how he looks at me. And gods help me, I look back.
Now I’m marked by magic, tied to a vampire, and falling for a Fae prince who would burn the world to save me.
I don’t want a throne. I want my brother back. But the Dream isn’t done with me yet.
360 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 29, 2025
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Miranda Martin
169 books586 followersUSA Today bestselling author Miranda Martin writes fantasy and scifi romance featuring heroes with out-of-this-world anatomy that readers call 'larger than life' and smart heroines destined to save the world. As a little girl, she would sneak off with her nose in a book, dreaming of magical realms. Today she brings those fantasies to life and adores every fan who chooses to live in them for a while.
Though born and raised in southern Virginia, Miranda Martin is a veteran who's traveled to places like Korea, Hawaii, and good 'ole Texas. She's since settled in Kansas, the heart of America, with her husband and daughters, a cat, and wishes for a pet dragon or unicorn. When she's not writing, you can still find her tucked away somewhere with a warm blanket and her nose in a book.
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August 12, 2025
Fall into the dream world with Skye as she hunts down her missing brother, meets a broken Fae king, and a determined vampire who seems to be a possible enemy, but just might have Skye's back. I couldn't put down the ARC copy of this title! It kept me on tenter hooks until the end. I can't wait for more!! Highly recommend for lovers of twisty fantasy plots!
September 6, 2025
It took awhile for me to get into the storyline. Skye is searching for her missing brother and in the process she encounters an ancient exiled King of the Faelan , Fae.
She learns she is the first to Dreamer which is a place of magic among other things. Fae needs Skye’s help defeating the evil Vampire Queen. I thought this was a well written fantasy book with many characters that I enjoyed.
She learns she is the first to Dreamer which is a place of magic among other things. Fae needs Skye’s help defeating the evil Vampire Queen. I thought this was a well written fantasy book with many characters that I enjoyed.
September 5, 2025
I won this book in a giveaway.
I tried to give this book a chance, I really did. I even tried ignoring the few spots where the same exact paragraphs were repeated a page or a few pages later in a few spots.
However, I'm 120+ pages on now and it's obvious that the main character doesn't know what's going on and everything around it is just cryptic for no reason. It's just overstayed it's welcome and I'm tired of waiting for the plot to start. I'm over a third of the way through this book at this point, I should know what's going on with the plot, not re-reading the same text over and over, just said from different characters.
I tried to give this book a chance, I really did. I even tried ignoring the few spots where the same exact paragraphs were repeated a page or a few pages later in a few spots.
However, I'm 120+ pages on now and it's obvious that the main character doesn't know what's going on and everything around it is just cryptic for no reason. It's just overstayed it's welcome and I'm tired of waiting for the plot to start. I'm over a third of the way through this book at this point, I should know what's going on with the plot, not re-reading the same text over and over, just said from different characters.
August 29, 2025
4.5
I went on a rollercoaster of emotions with this. At first, I was a bit confused about what was happening but then I was able to understand what was going on really quickly. I loved the characters. The plot was a bit boring at times but then it would pick up and be interesting just for it to get boring again.
I went on a rollercoaster of emotions with this. At first, I was a bit confused about what was happening but then I was able to understand what was going on really quickly. I loved the characters. The plot was a bit boring at times but then it would pick up and be interesting just for it to get boring again.
September 1, 2025
This book is complex. The characters are very well thought out but I am hoping that some of them will be developing a bit more in future books. The songs that's are referenced in this book are a collection of odds and ends. I won't lie it was a slow to start for me but by the middle of the book I was hooked. I must say I do look forward to the next book.
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.
September 25, 2025
This was a really interesting urban romantasy. I felt it had a unique premise and liked the links to the music and songs. The world building and magic system are really intricate and detailed. This story had magic, mystery, suspense and intrigue. It is quite a complex plot. While I did enjoy this book it did take me a while to understand what was going on with the dream and make sense of how it all fit together. That could be just a me thing though! I liked the dynamics of Skye, Faelan and Corvin as the key characters.
Overall a really interesting read.
Thank you to BookSprout for the advanced reader copy. All thoughts and opinions are my own and voluntarily given.
Overall a really interesting read.
Thank you to BookSprout for the advanced reader copy. All thoughts and opinions are my own and voluntarily given.
September 25, 2025
Skye lives in a world that is on the brink of losing everything, creativity, color, positive emotion, love, everything. As a mortal and possibly a second generation fae living in the mortal world, she may be the only one who can save everything. While Skye is aware that there is something wrong in the world, she refuses to give in completely. All she has left in the world is her twenty year old younger brother Milo who she will do anything to keep from drowning in drugs and the remembered emotional pain of having their mother die right in front of him. Including using her extraordinary singing voice to help keep them afloat financially. But everything is not as it seems, and Skye is in for a fight she didn't even know she had a part in for her voice is a bridge to the dream, and the dream is the key to everything.
Faelan is a broken fae king who gave up everything for love...but it was not enough. He gave up his throne for another mortal bridge in the past, and in doing so, lost not just his throne but the woman he loved. Skye's voice revives him and he makes the choice to try again.
Corvin is a vampire and only he knows what his agenda is. Whether he is an enemy or a friend remains to be seen.
When Skye's brother borrows money from the wrong person, putting them even deeper in debt and in danger, Skye vows to do everything she can to save him from himself. Milo is about a decade younger than Skye and like her, he sees and feels too much. She knows he's just trying to cope by using street drugs and sleeping around, but it puts more pressure on Skye to make even more money with her musical talent to try and get their rent caught up and get Milo's debt paid. When she gets a text message from Milo indicating he is in trouble, she will do anything including tracking down the man holding his debt and taking on the dregs of a world her family may have once been a part of. Both Faelan and Corvin appear, but she rightly doesn't trust either of them, though she's willing to use their talents and what they know to help her find and help her brother. Will she get to Milo in time? Are Faelan and Corvin her enemies or her greatest allies? Only time will tell.
A Voice of Sliver and Blood was so good I read nearly the entire book in one night. I could not put it down until I found out what happened. This book has so many emotional nuances that there is no way to tell what the outcome is going to be. The worldbuilding in this story is fabulous and takes you right to the Kansas City of this reality with the very first words of the story, and then keeps you glued to the pages until the very end. If you enjoy romantic fantasy stories with gritty, romantic, and descriptive plots that keep you on the eduge of your seat, then you don't want to miss A Voice of Silver and Blood by Miranda Vale! I highly recommend it!
Faelan is a broken fae king who gave up everything for love...but it was not enough. He gave up his throne for another mortal bridge in the past, and in doing so, lost not just his throne but the woman he loved. Skye's voice revives him and he makes the choice to try again.
Corvin is a vampire and only he knows what his agenda is. Whether he is an enemy or a friend remains to be seen.
When Skye's brother borrows money from the wrong person, putting them even deeper in debt and in danger, Skye vows to do everything she can to save him from himself. Milo is about a decade younger than Skye and like her, he sees and feels too much. She knows he's just trying to cope by using street drugs and sleeping around, but it puts more pressure on Skye to make even more money with her musical talent to try and get their rent caught up and get Milo's debt paid. When she gets a text message from Milo indicating he is in trouble, she will do anything including tracking down the man holding his debt and taking on the dregs of a world her family may have once been a part of. Both Faelan and Corvin appear, but she rightly doesn't trust either of them, though she's willing to use their talents and what they know to help her find and help her brother. Will she get to Milo in time? Are Faelan and Corvin her enemies or her greatest allies? Only time will tell.
A Voice of Sliver and Blood was so good I read nearly the entire book in one night. I could not put it down until I found out what happened. This book has so many emotional nuances that there is no way to tell what the outcome is going to be. The worldbuilding in this story is fabulous and takes you right to the Kansas City of this reality with the very first words of the story, and then keeps you glued to the pages until the very end. If you enjoy romantic fantasy stories with gritty, romantic, and descriptive plots that keep you on the eduge of your seat, then you don't want to miss A Voice of Silver and Blood by Miranda Vale! I highly recommend it!
September 26, 2025
This book made me continuously go back and forth on how much I liked the writing style. At first the clipped sentences and similes helped to add to the atmosphere. At the beginning, I felt just as unsettled as the character as the world warped around her and I genuinely felt a sense of dread and fear. But then, with almost every single paragraph filed with similes, it became too much, especially when the same simile was used over and over and over again. By the end of the book I was tired of hearing something "shifted" or something "held a breath". A wider vocabulary would have been appreciated. The nature of the story certainly called for an abundance of metaphorical comparisons as this is a world where reality can't be described in simple terms, so I feel the authors' intentions here and I appreciate it.
Apart from that there were many times the authors' repeated themselves in subsequent paragraphs, back to back, with only a few words moved around in the sentences. Sometimes it felt, maybe unintentionally so, that they were trying to reach a word count. At best I appreciated the colorful words, but at its worst it pulled me out of the narrative, which is never good.
I liked the main character's struggle which reflected a full arch of change from lonley, desperate, and wrung dry by the world, to something hopeful and brimming with promise. Because of the cryptic nature of the other characters, you don't get the same growth or depth from them. But the story unfolds in such a way that leaves breadcrumbs for you and adds to the unsettling nature of what in the world is actually going on. By the end of the book, there is a tenuous relationship between the main character and her two men which leaves a lot of strings dangling, so if you like everything wrapped nicely, this is not the book for you. But if you like suspense, a sense of gloom despite everything, then dive in!
Finally, the romantic portion of the book was really not the center of attention. So if you want a book that provides the usual swoony, quick to the point spice, this is not for you. But this is a good thing, because the atmosphere of the book and the way the story unfolds wouldn't support the characters brashly diving into physical relationships. If it had, it would have ruined it and I appreciate the authors' for their focus on something more than that. It's not subtle- the authors' promise that this relationship will take a turn for the worse. As stated before, they are left with a tenuous relationship, still standing on the precipice of disaster. I look forward to seeing them fall.
Apart from that there were many times the authors' repeated themselves in subsequent paragraphs, back to back, with only a few words moved around in the sentences. Sometimes it felt, maybe unintentionally so, that they were trying to reach a word count. At best I appreciated the colorful words, but at its worst it pulled me out of the narrative, which is never good.
I liked the main character's struggle which reflected a full arch of change from lonley, desperate, and wrung dry by the world, to something hopeful and brimming with promise. Because of the cryptic nature of the other characters, you don't get the same growth or depth from them. But the story unfolds in such a way that leaves breadcrumbs for you and adds to the unsettling nature of what in the world is actually going on. By the end of the book, there is a tenuous relationship between the main character and her two men which leaves a lot of strings dangling, so if you like everything wrapped nicely, this is not the book for you. But if you like suspense, a sense of gloom despite everything, then dive in!
Finally, the romantic portion of the book was really not the center of attention. So if you want a book that provides the usual swoony, quick to the point spice, this is not for you. But this is a good thing, because the atmosphere of the book and the way the story unfolds wouldn't support the characters brashly diving into physical relationships. If it had, it would have ruined it and I appreciate the authors' for their focus on something more than that. It's not subtle- the authors' promise that this relationship will take a turn for the worse. As stated before, they are left with a tenuous relationship, still standing on the precipice of disaster. I look forward to seeing them fall.
August 14, 2025
✨Arc Review✨
Thank you to the author Miranda Vale And @booksprout for sending me a digital ARC in exchange for an honest review.
“I’m a struggling musician in a world that’s forgotten how to hope. When my brother disappears, I follow his trail straight into a nightmare of blood‑soaked alleys, ancient vampire courts, and something even older. … The Dream—a place of magic, memory, and madness.”
Some stories speak loudly, some whisper—and then there are the rare few that sing to your soul. A Voice of Silver and Blood is one of those rare gems. This isn’t just a book; it’s a feeling. A slow exhale. A haunting lullaby. A soft, steady heartbeat echoing through each page.
Miranda Vale weaves a fantasy that is quietly powerful, with a world steeped in magic, mystery, and emotional depth. The writing is beautiful—lyrical without being heavy, flowing like silver ink on parchment. Every word feels chosen with care, and it wraps you in a kind of gentle spell you won’t want to break.
But what truly makes this story shine are its characters. They’re not perfect, and that’s what makes them so achingly real. The main character’s journey is deeply personal—full of quiet strength, moments of vulnerability, and the kind of growth that sneaks up on you until suddenly, you realize how far they’ve come. The relationships in the story (especially the slow-burn romance) are tender, patient, and full of subtle, heart-thudding tension. It’s not about grand declarations—it’s about the small things. The looks. The pauses. The trust slowly earned. And it’s absolutely lovely.
This book also gently explores themes of identity, worth, and finding your voice—quite literally. And it does so with such empathy and grace. It’s not flashy or dramatic for the sake of it; instead, it unfolds softly, deliberately, like a flower blooming in the moonlight.
I found myself rereading lines just to feel them again. There’s something soothing and sincere in the way Miranda Vale writes—it made me feel seen, understood, and quietly inspired.
If you’re looking for a fantasy that’s not about war or conquest, but about heart, healing, and inner strength—with a touch of darkness and a thread of magic—then A Voice of Silver and Blood will be a balm to your heart.
It’s a book that stays with you. And sometimes, those are the ones that matter most.
Thank you to the author Miranda Vale And @booksprout for sending me a digital ARC in exchange for an honest review.
“I’m a struggling musician in a world that’s forgotten how to hope. When my brother disappears, I follow his trail straight into a nightmare of blood‑soaked alleys, ancient vampire courts, and something even older. … The Dream—a place of magic, memory, and madness.”
Some stories speak loudly, some whisper—and then there are the rare few that sing to your soul. A Voice of Silver and Blood is one of those rare gems. This isn’t just a book; it’s a feeling. A slow exhale. A haunting lullaby. A soft, steady heartbeat echoing through each page.
Miranda Vale weaves a fantasy that is quietly powerful, with a world steeped in magic, mystery, and emotional depth. The writing is beautiful—lyrical without being heavy, flowing like silver ink on parchment. Every word feels chosen with care, and it wraps you in a kind of gentle spell you won’t want to break.
But what truly makes this story shine are its characters. They’re not perfect, and that’s what makes them so achingly real. The main character’s journey is deeply personal—full of quiet strength, moments of vulnerability, and the kind of growth that sneaks up on you until suddenly, you realize how far they’ve come. The relationships in the story (especially the slow-burn romance) are tender, patient, and full of subtle, heart-thudding tension. It’s not about grand declarations—it’s about the small things. The looks. The pauses. The trust slowly earned. And it’s absolutely lovely.
This book also gently explores themes of identity, worth, and finding your voice—quite literally. And it does so with such empathy and grace. It’s not flashy or dramatic for the sake of it; instead, it unfolds softly, deliberately, like a flower blooming in the moonlight.
I found myself rereading lines just to feel them again. There’s something soothing and sincere in the way Miranda Vale writes—it made me feel seen, understood, and quietly inspired.
If you’re looking for a fantasy that’s not about war or conquest, but about heart, healing, and inner strength—with a touch of darkness and a thread of magic—then A Voice of Silver and Blood will be a balm to your heart.
It’s a book that stays with you. And sometimes, those are the ones that matter most.
September 27, 2025
The narrative in this book is incredible. The images and feelings evoked instantly transport you to the side of a young woman, struggling to care for herself and her younger brother in a world where despair is so thick you could almost choke on it and hope is a weak flame, on the brink of being extinguished.
Maybe Skye had always known that there was something special about her when she sang. Maybe it was just a feeling she had. But when her singing starts to cause the world to change around her, she realizes that nothing and nobody is as it seems, including herself.
When Milo goes missing under alarming circumstances, Skye finds herself face to face with two beings not from her world - Corvin, a vampire and Faelan, a fae. They speak to her of the Dream, of great power and of a choice she needs to make.
Skye has no idea what they are talking about, but when the world around her literally starts to unravel, Skye knows two things for sure: She will do whatever it takes to find Milo and bring him home safe and sound, and she cannot trust Corvin or Faelan. Because no matter how much they may seem to want to help her, they both want something from her and everything has a price.
Skye must navigate an uncertain future with unknown enemies and those who would use her for their own purposes, relying on her gut to lead her in the right direction and keep on believing, even as she learns that "hope, in this world, is dangerous." But for whom?
This story has excellent world-building and is full of suspense until the very end. There are places in the book which are very fast-paced and it is easy to get a bit lost, but you ultimately get pulled back in again. The book has an open ending, as this is book one of the "Crown of Echoed Dreams".
I would recommend it if you are into dystopian worlds with paranormal elements woven in and "Inception"-vibes that will leave you guessing throughout much of the book.
Maybe Skye had always known that there was something special about her when she sang. Maybe it was just a feeling she had. But when her singing starts to cause the world to change around her, she realizes that nothing and nobody is as it seems, including herself.
When Milo goes missing under alarming circumstances, Skye finds herself face to face with two beings not from her world - Corvin, a vampire and Faelan, a fae. They speak to her of the Dream, of great power and of a choice she needs to make.
Skye has no idea what they are talking about, but when the world around her literally starts to unravel, Skye knows two things for sure: She will do whatever it takes to find Milo and bring him home safe and sound, and she cannot trust Corvin or Faelan. Because no matter how much they may seem to want to help her, they both want something from her and everything has a price.
Skye must navigate an uncertain future with unknown enemies and those who would use her for their own purposes, relying on her gut to lead her in the right direction and keep on believing, even as she learns that "hope, in this world, is dangerous." But for whom?
This story has excellent world-building and is full of suspense until the very end. There are places in the book which are very fast-paced and it is easy to get a bit lost, but you ultimately get pulled back in again. The book has an open ending, as this is book one of the "Crown of Echoed Dreams".
I would recommend it if you are into dystopian worlds with paranormal elements woven in and "Inception"-vibes that will leave you guessing throughout much of the book.
October 8, 2025
Silver Tongues, Crimson Shadows
Do you know that dangerous game we all play—judging a book by its cover and a vaguely familiar author’s name? I went in expecting another lukewarm cocktail of recycled tropes, the kind you sip politely and then forget on the table. Instead, A Voice of Silver and Blood hit me like a gothic freight train, dragging me into its midnight streets before I’d even found a comfortable reading position.
Miranda Vale’s prose is intoxicating—darkly cinematic, dripping with atmosphere, like stepping into an old black-and-white mystery that refuses to fade into the background. Within a handful of lines, I wasn’t reading Skye’s pain and terror; I was living it. The flicker of the light, the whisper of dust, the metallic tang of fear—everything pressed in so vividly I half expected my own walls to start closing in.
By chapter four I was hooked, committed, and—let’s be honest—slightly terrified of losing sleep over this. Between Skye, Faelan, and Corvin, the tangle of family secrets and raw emotions was deliciously unbearable, the kind of narrative tension that keeps your pulse tapping out a staccato beat.
And then came the madness. Dreamlike, oneiric, swirling passages that toed the line between genius and chaos. Was I witnessing a masterpiece, or the beautiful unraveling of an unhinged mind? Hard to say. By the final page, I was left blinking in daylight, torn between awe and confusion, with no neat bow to tie it all up.
Verdict? Still pending. I’ll need the next book to decide whether Miranda Vale is a sorceress of the written word or a literary madwoman—and honestly, I’m thrilled either way.
Do you know that dangerous game we all play—judging a book by its cover and a vaguely familiar author’s name? I went in expecting another lukewarm cocktail of recycled tropes, the kind you sip politely and then forget on the table. Instead, A Voice of Silver and Blood hit me like a gothic freight train, dragging me into its midnight streets before I’d even found a comfortable reading position.
Miranda Vale’s prose is intoxicating—darkly cinematic, dripping with atmosphere, like stepping into an old black-and-white mystery that refuses to fade into the background. Within a handful of lines, I wasn’t reading Skye’s pain and terror; I was living it. The flicker of the light, the whisper of dust, the metallic tang of fear—everything pressed in so vividly I half expected my own walls to start closing in.
By chapter four I was hooked, committed, and—let’s be honest—slightly terrified of losing sleep over this. Between Skye, Faelan, and Corvin, the tangle of family secrets and raw emotions was deliciously unbearable, the kind of narrative tension that keeps your pulse tapping out a staccato beat.
And then came the madness. Dreamlike, oneiric, swirling passages that toed the line between genius and chaos. Was I witnessing a masterpiece, or the beautiful unraveling of an unhinged mind? Hard to say. By the final page, I was left blinking in daylight, torn between awe and confusion, with no neat bow to tie it all up.
Verdict? Still pending. I’ll need the next book to decide whether Miranda Vale is a sorceress of the written word or a literary madwoman—and honestly, I’m thrilled either way.
September 11, 2025
This was such a unique read. An unexpected melodious twist on the veil between human and fae realms.
Skye is our FMC who is slowly awaking her role as a dreamer of sorts. This is hard for me to explain. And honestly this must have been super difficult for the author as well to transcribe. The complexity of how her powers all work and how the veils exist and yet dont. It’s complex!
So Skye, with the help of a mysterious fae prince Faelan, and a morally grey vampire Corbin, must remember things and make choices to build her powers. To help reshape the world and undo the darkness set upon them by the queen, and saving her brother Milo from her manipulation.
I like the story, and I like the characters. I feel like the first half of the book was all a build up for the second half, but with the complexity of the world building I see the necessity of it to set the tone for the rest of the series.
This is a morally grey fantasy romance with lots of magical elements. There is lots of chasing answers and identity. Testing of loyalties and strength. I recommend this book especially if you like the fantasy genre with unique twists and world building.
I received a copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Skye is our FMC who is slowly awaking her role as a dreamer of sorts. This is hard for me to explain. And honestly this must have been super difficult for the author as well to transcribe. The complexity of how her powers all work and how the veils exist and yet dont. It’s complex!
So Skye, with the help of a mysterious fae prince Faelan, and a morally grey vampire Corbin, must remember things and make choices to build her powers. To help reshape the world and undo the darkness set upon them by the queen, and saving her brother Milo from her manipulation.
I like the story, and I like the characters. I feel like the first half of the book was all a build up for the second half, but with the complexity of the world building I see the necessity of it to set the tone for the rest of the series.
This is a morally grey fantasy romance with lots of magical elements. There is lots of chasing answers and identity. Testing of loyalties and strength. I recommend this book especially if you like the fantasy genre with unique twists and world building.
I received a copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 30, 2025
First and foremost, huge thank you to the author for an early copy to read for an honest review. The premise is so interesting, and I was super excited to dive in.
That being said, this was a doozy and not always in the best way. I sometimes struggle with urban romantasy, but I loved Skye and how relatable she is from page one. But even after the introduction of the two MMCs watching over her, things continue in a slow, confusing pace for a while, and I found myself struggling to get through chapter after chapter.
I enjoyed the early blips of interaction between Skye, Faelan & Corvin, but I hated how in the dark they continued to leave her. I mean, the world is literally falling apart, and they're still like, "oh, you don't know what you are or what choices you'll need to make"....????? Come on, guys. The romantic connection is definitely a slow burn but also feels like it comes out of left field, which made things feel stilted and frustrating for me to fully connect, but by the end I was fully rooting for it.
Definitely an interesting, unique magic system, and Skye's music taste is *chef's kiss*.
That being said, this was a doozy and not always in the best way. I sometimes struggle with urban romantasy, but I loved Skye and how relatable she is from page one. But even after the introduction of the two MMCs watching over her, things continue in a slow, confusing pace for a while, and I found myself struggling to get through chapter after chapter.
I enjoyed the early blips of interaction between Skye, Faelan & Corvin, but I hated how in the dark they continued to leave her. I mean, the world is literally falling apart, and they're still like, "oh, you don't know what you are or what choices you'll need to make"....????? Come on, guys. The romantic connection is definitely a slow burn but also feels like it comes out of left field, which made things feel stilted and frustrating for me to fully connect, but by the end I was fully rooting for it.
Definitely an interesting, unique magic system, and Skye's music taste is *chef's kiss*.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
September 25, 2025
A Voice of Silver and Blood opens the door onto a new urban romantasy that is sure to please readers of the genre.
MFC Skye and her younger brother Milo live a life of hand to mouth and with Milo not contributing much to their betterment things haven’t been easy.
When a strange message suddenly appears on her phone along with her brother bringing trouble to their door it heralds the beginnings of a very entertaining story, and adventure of awakening powers, action, vampires, revelations, vulnerabilities, danger, enemies, magic, Fae, and passion. I enjoyed the author’s expert writing in what is a finely executed story with a vast array of characters who brought a perfect balance to the magic of Skye’s journey and the battles confronted along the way.
Settle in for some well spent reading time as the immersion in this wonderfully imagined world will leave you eager for more once the last page is turned.
HFN.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
MFC Skye and her younger brother Milo live a life of hand to mouth and with Milo not contributing much to their betterment things haven’t been easy.
When a strange message suddenly appears on her phone along with her brother bringing trouble to their door it heralds the beginnings of a very entertaining story, and adventure of awakening powers, action, vampires, revelations, vulnerabilities, danger, enemies, magic, Fae, and passion. I enjoyed the author’s expert writing in what is a finely executed story with a vast array of characters who brought a perfect balance to the magic of Skye’s journey and the battles confronted along the way.
Settle in for some well spent reading time as the immersion in this wonderfully imagined world will leave you eager for more once the last page is turned.
HFN.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 4, 2025
I really loved the idea behind this story — it felt fresh and original, almost like something out of an anime I would’ve loved as a kid. The worldbuilding was beautifully done, and the songs woven into the story added a special touch.
Unfortunately, the rest didn’t quite live up to my hopes. The characters, who I thought I’d like at first, became less and less appealing as the story went on. The romance elements often came out of nowhere, and the FMC just couldn’t seem to catch a break — every page brought new chaos, which made it exhausting to read after a while.
There were even a few spots where entire paragraphs were repeated word-for-word, which made it feel unpolished. I tried to push through, but halfway in, I found myself wishing it would just end.
The writing shows promise, especially in the world descriptions, but the pacing, character development, and structure really need tightening.
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Unfortunately, the rest didn’t quite live up to my hopes. The characters, who I thought I’d like at first, became less and less appealing as the story went on. The romance elements often came out of nowhere, and the FMC just couldn’t seem to catch a break — every page brought new chaos, which made it exhausting to read after a while.
There were even a few spots where entire paragraphs were repeated word-for-word, which made it feel unpolished. I tried to push through, but halfway in, I found myself wishing it would just end.
The writing shows promise, especially in the world descriptions, but the pacing, character development, and structure really need tightening.
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August 10, 2025
Skye lives in a world that is becoming more hopeless by the day. She is trying to survive and take care of herself and her brother. Unknown to her, the hope she still holds and the magic of her singing voice may bring hope back to the world, or it could burn her out. However, she knows nothing about magic or the choices and price of that magic. The book follows her as she learns about who she is and what choices she has to make. Although there is still work to do at the end of the book, it does not end with a cliffhanger. A good book with a nice romance as well, although at first she really wants nothing to do with any of it. Really good story, it’s a “keep you turning pages to find out what comes next” type of book!
The author puts songs at the back of the book which are mentioned in the book as songs she sings. It was interesting to listen to the lyrics she would have sung.
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The author puts songs at the back of the book which are mentioned in the book as songs she sings. It was interesting to listen to the lyrics she would have sung.
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September 27, 2025
I got this ARC in exchange for my honest opinion
I love the idea of this story. It was something different and new.
Reminder me of anime shows I watched as a kid.
Maybe that is why I had high hopes for it.
Sadly they crashed and burned.
I thought I was likely the characters but the more I read the more I was turned off by them all.
The romances seem to come out of nowhere where sometimes.
There is always something going on. The FMC can never catch a break. If she’s awake something is going down.
I found my self half way through wishing the end was just a page away and in despair when it wasn’t.
I thought about not finishing this story.
One thing that was done great was the description of the world.
She wrote that beautifully.
I did like the songs that were in the story.
Overall this story was just not for me. I see the potential and I know there will be plenty of people who will like this. It just didn’t hit for me.
I love the idea of this story. It was something different and new.
Reminder me of anime shows I watched as a kid.
Maybe that is why I had high hopes for it.
Sadly they crashed and burned.
I thought I was likely the characters but the more I read the more I was turned off by them all.
The romances seem to come out of nowhere where sometimes.
There is always something going on. The FMC can never catch a break. If she’s awake something is going down.
I found my self half way through wishing the end was just a page away and in despair when it wasn’t.
I thought about not finishing this story.
One thing that was done great was the description of the world.
She wrote that beautifully.
I did like the songs that were in the story.
Overall this story was just not for me. I see the potential and I know there will be plenty of people who will like this. It just didn’t hit for me.
September 9, 2025
In a world surrounded by despair and without hope Skye lives for two things, her brother and her music. When her brother Milo goes missing, Skye discovers a world she never knew existed and two men, an exiled King, Faelan, and Corvin, a vampire, both of whom know the truth of who she is and are determined to protect her from the Queen. But it isn't easy and Skye will have to accept and embrace who she is first. An intriguing book which was difficult to put down. A book that is gentle in many ways, yet shows the strength needed to defeat despair and hopelessness as well as the strength of family attachments. I loved the use of music as a way to bring back joy and light. Believable characters and storyline that will have you holding your breath one moment and then relaxing the next. I look forward to the next in this series.
August 17, 2025
An excellent new series! Beautifully written and well-paced. I was instantly drawn in and could not put it down. The book is set in our world but a little uglier version of it [than in my experience anyway]. The world is losing all its hopes and dreams, but can it still rediscover hope? Our gifted FMC Skye begins to discover and grow her power with the help of ancient beings who need her even more than she needs them. Her loved ones are threatened and she faces a powerful, evil enemy, but Skye finds the strength to fight back and bright light back with her song. The fight isn't over, but a first major battle is ... and we are primed for the next adventure. I'm excited for book 2!.
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.
September 27, 2025
Intriguing tale of hope and love!
When her mother died, it was only Skye and her little brother, Milo. Lately, Milo has managed to get himself into a lot of trouble, trouble Sky can’t afford. They’re broke, just about to be evicted from their apartment. Skye will do anything to save her brother. That’s how she ends up involved with a vampire and a fae because it turns out that Skye is not just an ordinary mortal, she’s a dreamer, the first of her kind in a long, long time. There were a lot of repetitions in this story, which did detract from it. However, there is also a lot of character growth in Skye. Very intriguing fantasy, quite different from other fantasies I have read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
When her mother died, it was only Skye and her little brother, Milo. Lately, Milo has managed to get himself into a lot of trouble, trouble Sky can’t afford. They’re broke, just about to be evicted from their apartment. Skye will do anything to save her brother. That’s how she ends up involved with a vampire and a fae because it turns out that Skye is not just an ordinary mortal, she’s a dreamer, the first of her kind in a long, long time. There were a lot of repetitions in this story, which did detract from it. However, there is also a lot of character growth in Skye. Very intriguing fantasy, quite different from other fantasies I have read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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September 25, 2025This was slow to start -
There are a lot of characters to introduce, as well as foundation building, and it takes a while to get through.
Think standing in line for a coaster
You know it's going to be worth it once it gets going...
However, the waiting part is a bit tough to get through
Once it got going though it was action-packed with lots of highs and lows.
Breadcrumb trails that kept me guessing
And twists that were very twisty - I thought I had things figured out and I was soooo wrong at times
Very creative world-building with some monumental character growth
Solid HFN leaves the possibility of more in the future
There are a lot of characters to introduce, as well as foundation building, and it takes a while to get through.
Think standing in line for a coaster
You know it's going to be worth it once it gets going...
However, the waiting part is a bit tough to get through
Once it got going though it was action-packed with lots of highs and lows.
Breadcrumb trails that kept me guessing
And twists that were very twisty - I thought I had things figured out and I was soooo wrong at times
Very creative world-building with some monumental character growth
Solid HFN leaves the possibility of more in the future
September 26, 2025
This is one of the best first books in a series that I've ever read! The story was not what I expected in a great way. The first few chapters were bleak, describing a world that is hopeless and colorless for its inhabitants. The heroine, Skye, is a musician who is changing the world with the songs she sings. Songs by famous musical artists are used throughout the book, making it one of the most unique stories I've read in years. I could not put this book down until I'd finished it. The ending feels more like the end of act one than a cliffhanger, but the best part is that I didn't know what the ending would be until I was there. I received a free copy of this book prior to publication.
September 27, 2025
It’s a testament to this duo of authors writing skill and imagination that they’ve managed to craft a fantasy read that is unique to the rinse and repeat stories we’ve been reading.
In a world that literally has society’s hopes and dreams being drained by an evil queen, it’s up to one woman with a voice that holds untold power, to rise up and in her quest to save her brother, she willsave the world.
There was intrigue, suspense, an interesting magic systems and characters who we aren’t quite sure if their motives just yet. If you’re looking for something new to sink your teeth into, I’d definitely recommend giving this one a try.
In a world that literally has society’s hopes and dreams being drained by an evil queen, it’s up to one woman with a voice that holds untold power, to rise up and in her quest to save her brother, she willsave the world.
There was intrigue, suspense, an interesting magic systems and characters who we aren’t quite sure if their motives just yet. If you’re looking for something new to sink your teeth into, I’d definitely recommend giving this one a try.
September 27, 2025
This book hooked me from the first page. Miranda Vale’s writing is raw, atmospheric, and full of heart. Skye is such a real, relatable heroine—torn between survival, family, and a destiny that feels bigger than her. The mix of music, shadows, and supernatural danger made the whole story feel electric.
What I loved most was how it balances darkness with hope. Even in the grittiest moments, there’s a spark of resilience that keeps you turning pages. If you enjoy urban fantasy with emotion, tension, and a heroine worth rooting for, this is a must-read. I can’t wait for the next book!.
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What I loved most was how it balances darkness with hope. Even in the grittiest moments, there’s a spark of resilience that keeps you turning pages. If you enjoy urban fantasy with emotion, tension, and a heroine worth rooting for, this is a must-read. I can’t wait for the next book!.
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October 2, 2025
Skye is human and a broke musician in a world that is rather dark and hopeless. But when she sings something begins to awaken with in her that draws others to her such as Faelan, the exiled Fae king and Corbin a vampire. Skye brings hope to a world with her voice and dreams. But that puts her in danger from others such as the vampire queen who wants war and the despair that come when there is no hope or dreams. But will Skye survive this new reality? This story is darker than I usually read but well worth the read. I can't wait for the next installment.
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.
October 8, 2025
I really enjoyed this book. Skye has a voice that attracts Faelan, a fallen exiled Fae King and Corvin, a vampire who will betray his Queen. Skye does not realise her potential and her role she is about to play in bringing back hope to the world that is now dark and miserable - just the way the vampire Queen likes it. This is a great journey and an interesting story. Skye is about to find out her true power and the impact that she will have on this dismal world. But the Queen will stop at nothing to stop Skye, including kidnapping her brother. Can't wait for the next book to see where it takes us.
I received a free book via Bookspout and I voluntarily leave this honest review.
I received a free book via Bookspout and I voluntarily leave this honest review.
September 23, 2025
I felt like it took me a bit to get into the book, but once I was able to established what is happening, it gets good. This highlights the power of music, we also have a list of songs that had influenced certain chapters, which I found fun. We receive a story full of magic, mystery, adventure, finding your truth, and the power of silent strength. The book does end in a way that there is potential for more, but we don’t end in a cliffhanger. Overall, it is a good read.
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.
September 24, 2025
ARC review! So this is an almost dystopian romantasy which I haven’t really read much off before but I think this was a fun first book to try out that genre. So our fmc Skye’s one source of comfort is singing after her mother dies and she needs to take care of her little brother who is always getting into trouble. That trouble gets him kidnapped and in her quest to find him she comes to realize supernatural creatures do exist and she has a powerful ability that the vampire queen will do anything to get. Can’t wait for book 2!
September 27, 2025
This book is intense. Lots of twists and players in the game while Skye's voice magic is awakening. Who should she trust? There are those that want her to succeed while others want to use her. She faces many tests. Which path will she choose?
Skye is a wonderful character with her voice magic awakening and Faelan a fallen Fae King along with Corvine a Vampire who protects her. Together they are trying to save her brother Milo and the dream world.
This is a well written story. Many characters that bring the story together.
This is my first book by Miranda. I will be reading more of her books.
Skye is a wonderful character with her voice magic awakening and Faelan a fallen Fae King along with Corvine a Vampire who protects her. Together they are trying to save her brother Milo and the dream world.
This is a well written story. Many characters that bring the story together.
This is my first book by Miranda. I will be reading more of her books.
September 29, 2025
This book is something you should read especially if you love fae and vampires. Skye is human but is thrust into this world. Her magical voice awakens Faelan a fae king that was exiled. Corvin is a vampire with the need to protect her. Together they navigate the dreamworld and save it from the evil vampire queen. . They are trying to save her brother as well. There are twists and turns that will keep you on the edge of your seat. If you are like me you won't be able to put the book down. I'll try to patiently wait for the next book.
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