What do you think?
Rate this book
The Witch Collector
Discover the beginning of the epic romantasy series that has claimed hearts around the world.
The Witch Collector is the beginning of an epic romantasy tale that centers around Raina Bloodgood, a fierce, non-verbal heroine who embarks on a journey of self-discovery and star-crossed romance, all while coping with tremendous loss and a revelation of secrets and newfound powers that forever alter her world. Perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Callie Hart, and Devney Perry.
Every harvest moon, the Witch Collector rides into our valley and leads one of us to the home of the immortal Frost King, to remain forever.
Today is that day—Collecting Day.
But he will not come for me. I, Raina Bloodgood, have lived in this village for twenty-four years, and for all that time he has passed me by.
His mistake.
Raina Bloodgood has one kill the Frost King and the Witch Collector who stole her sister. On Collecting Day, she means to exact murderous revenge, but a more sinister threat sets fire to her world. Rising from the ashes is the Collector, Alexus Thibault, the man she vowed to slay and the only person who can help save her sister.
Thrust into an age-old story of ice, fire, and ancient gods, Raina must abandon vengeance and aid the Witch Collector or let their empire—and her sister—fall into enemy hands. But the lines between good and evil blur, and Raina has more to lose than she imagined. What is she to do when the Witch Collector is no longer the villain who stole her sister, but the hero who's stealing her heart?
The Witch Collector is the beginning of an epic romantasy tale that centers around Raina Bloodgood, a fierce, non-verbal heroine who embarks on a journey of self-discovery and star-crossed romance, all while coping with tremendous loss and a revelation of secrets and newfound powers that forever alter her world. Perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas, Callie Hart, and Devney Perry.
Every harvest moon, the Witch Collector rides into our valley and leads one of us to the home of the immortal Frost King, to remain forever.
Today is that day—Collecting Day.
But he will not come for me. I, Raina Bloodgood, have lived in this village for twenty-four years, and for all that time he has passed me by.
His mistake.
Raina Bloodgood has one kill the Frost King and the Witch Collector who stole her sister. On Collecting Day, she means to exact murderous revenge, but a more sinister threat sets fire to her world. Rising from the ashes is the Collector, Alexus Thibault, the man she vowed to slay and the only person who can help save her sister.
Thrust into an age-old story of ice, fire, and ancient gods, Raina must abandon vengeance and aid the Witch Collector or let their empire—and her sister—fall into enemy hands. But the lines between good and evil blur, and Raina has more to lose than she imagined. What is she to do when the Witch Collector is no longer the villain who stole her sister, but the hero who's stealing her heart?
460 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 4, 2025
152 people are currently reading
75 people want to read
About the author
Charissa Weaks
17 books3,377 followersCHARISSA WEAKS is an award-winning Amazon and B&N Top 100 author of romantic and historical fantasy. She crafts stories with time travel, magick, myth, history, a dash of spice, and the occasional apocalyptic quest.
Her debut novel The Witch Collector—the first of five books planned in the Witch Walker series—earned a Best of BookTok flag and is published in several languages.
Charissa resides just south of Nashville with her family and wrinkly English Bulldog. When she’s not writing, you can find her lost in a good book or digging through four-hundred-year-old texts for research.
To keep up with her writing endeavors and to gain access to writing freebies and book giveaways, follow her on Instagram, sign up for her newsletter, or join her Facebook group, Charissa's Rebel Readers.
Her debut novel The Witch Collector—the first of five books planned in the Witch Walker series—earned a Best of BookTok flag and is published in several languages.
Charissa resides just south of Nashville with her family and wrinkly English Bulldog. When she’s not writing, you can find her lost in a good book or digging through four-hundred-year-old texts for research.
To keep up with her writing endeavors and to gain access to writing freebies and book giveaways, follow her on Instagram, sign up for her newsletter, or join her Facebook group, Charissa's Rebel Readers.
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
Displaying 1 - 23 of 23 reviews
March 10, 2026
Thank you RBmedia for the ALC of this second edition of The Witch Collector. I read this book about 3 years ago for the first time and LOVED it. I was so excited to have the chance to re-read it on audio and it did not disappoint. Listening really remedied the slower pace at the beginning. The burn is so slow it hurts and the story and magic system are both so captivating. Alexus remains one of my favorite MMCs of all time. I have so much love for this series. I absolutely loved every minute of this.
March 23, 2026
Such a great series!! This is the second edition, self published by the author.This is the first book that I have read with a non-verbal FMC. I love when disabilities or chronic illness/pain is represented… makes the story feel a bit more real to those of us that deal with those things. Enemies to reluctant allies to lovers. Such a delicious slow burn. Fast paced, intriguing plot with lots of twists. Still giving this one a 5 ⭐️.
March 16, 2026
Raina is one of my favorite fmcs, she’s strong willed and determined but understands when she needs help. Alexus is experienced and uses that to get Raina to trust him and teach her to use her magic. Their journey through the woods is filled with chaos, adventure, and them slowly falling for each other.
I enjoyed Nephele and Coldens parts in this book, I felt like this added more to the story and we learn about their relationship/friendship in addition to Alexus and Raina. Alexus remains swoony, I love how he had to be 100% on the same page as Raina and was blunt about it so she knew how he felt.
As someone who’s read and listened to the indie versions of this book this was updated very nicely! I feel like the book has been “cleaned up”, some parts felt more condensed and to the point without taking away important information from the book.
Thank you so much Tantor media and Charissa Weaks for the advance listener copy!
I enjoyed Nephele and Coldens parts in this book, I felt like this added more to the story and we learn about their relationship/friendship in addition to Alexus and Raina. Alexus remains swoony, I love how he had to be 100% on the same page as Raina and was blunt about it so she knew how he felt.
As someone who’s read and listened to the indie versions of this book this was updated very nicely! I feel like the book has been “cleaned up”, some parts felt more condensed and to the point without taking away important information from the book.
Thank you so much Tantor media and Charissa Weaks for the advance listener copy!
March 10, 2026
So many thoughts are racing through my brain right now!
Such a fast paced wonderful romantasy!
Talk about a ssssllloooowwww burn!
When will I ever learn not to start books where the series is still going????
Phew, now that I got some of those thoughts out, I loved this book. I felt immediately connected with Raina and felt so bad for her. Losing her sister and then her father. I didn't blame her one bit for hating the Witch Collector and the Frost King. Raina is such a strong individual, she thrives even being nonverbal in a world where many do not bother to learn her sign language and even without her witches marks, she knows she has power and plans to use everything she has to save her sister. Of course, it doesn't quite go to plan when the Eastlanders attack when the Witch Collector arrives. Instead of ending the Witch Collector, Raina saves him and journeys with him to Winterhold to find her sister.
I also appreciated the view point of the Witch Collector, Alexus, this helped me understand the reality of the Witch Collector and the Frost King, and I loved knowing his thoughts for Raina from the beginning. The fact that Alexus learned sign language from Nephele and could communicate with Raina melted my heart.
I enjoyed Raina and Alexus' banter in the beginning and how they came to understand each other and their perspectives. While it was a very slow burn, it was worth the wait!
The action was constant as was getting puzzle pieces to see how it all fit together, it kept me immersed in the story and I could not stop until I finished the book!
Of course, the story left on a cliff-hanger, so I immediately purchased the sequels but I see we are still waiting for book 4! I hope it comes out soon since I will be reading book 2 and 3 ASAP!
The audiobook was amazing, the narrators did a great job with their characters and I enjoyed the chapters from Nephele and Colden as well!
Thank you to NetGalley, Tantor Media, an Charissa Weaks for an ARC of the audiobook in exchange for my honest review.
Such a fast paced wonderful romantasy!
Talk about a ssssllloooowwww burn!
When will I ever learn not to start books where the series is still going????
Phew, now that I got some of those thoughts out, I loved this book. I felt immediately connected with Raina and felt so bad for her. Losing her sister and then her father. I didn't blame her one bit for hating the Witch Collector and the Frost King. Raina is such a strong individual, she thrives even being nonverbal in a world where many do not bother to learn her sign language and even without her witches marks, she knows she has power and plans to use everything she has to save her sister. Of course, it doesn't quite go to plan when the Eastlanders attack when the Witch Collector arrives. Instead of ending the Witch Collector, Raina saves him and journeys with him to Winterhold to find her sister.
I also appreciated the view point of the Witch Collector, Alexus, this helped me understand the reality of the Witch Collector and the Frost King, and I loved knowing his thoughts for Raina from the beginning. The fact that Alexus learned sign language from Nephele and could communicate with Raina melted my heart.
I enjoyed Raina and Alexus' banter in the beginning and how they came to understand each other and their perspectives. While it was a very slow burn, it was worth the wait!
The action was constant as was getting puzzle pieces to see how it all fit together, it kept me immersed in the story and I could not stop until I finished the book!
Of course, the story left on a cliff-hanger, so I immediately purchased the sequels but I see we are still waiting for book 4! I hope it comes out soon since I will be reading book 2 and 3 ASAP!
The audiobook was amazing, the narrators did a great job with their characters and I enjoyed the chapters from Nephele and Colden as well!
Thank you to NetGalley, Tantor Media, an Charissa Weaks for an ARC of the audiobook in exchange for my honest review.
March 9, 2026
Once there was a (secretly) powerful witch named Raina who lived in a small, cold village with her family. Every day, she plots revenge against the men who took her sister Nephele eight years ago: the Frost King Colden and his henchman, the Witch Collector.
On Collecting Day, when her plan is finally about to come to a head, everything changes, and Raina is forced to form a very tenuous alliance with the very man she vowed to kill.
As she travels with the Collector named Alexus, Raina begins to uncover new revelations about the history of her kingdom, the King, and Alexus himself. The bond they start to build is formed brick by brick, and as their trust grows, so do their reluctant feelings for each other.
I enjoyed this book immensely. I could see Raina’s true character from the beginning, so I never had the “why is she doing that?” frustration I sometimes get with fantasy romance novels. Alexus comes across as incredibly stoic at first, but when his walls begin to crack under Raina’s empathy and tenderness, the character progression feels natural and believable. By the end, it feels less like reading about fictional characters and more like watching two people you already understand grow together.
This book is perfect for readers who enjoy vibrant world-building, twist-filled plots, and enemies-to-lovers romance.
The audiobook narrators truly bring the story to life. The heartbreak Raina experiences at the beginning is perfectly captured in the emotion and intensity of the female narrator’s performance, while Alexus’s inner struggles with his past are beautifully conveyed by the male narrator.
My only minor complaint was the pacing when the narration switched between voices. I usually listen at a slightly faster speed, but I found myself needing to slow it down for the male narrator.
On Collecting Day, when her plan is finally about to come to a head, everything changes, and Raina is forced to form a very tenuous alliance with the very man she vowed to kill.
As she travels with the Collector named Alexus, Raina begins to uncover new revelations about the history of her kingdom, the King, and Alexus himself. The bond they start to build is formed brick by brick, and as their trust grows, so do their reluctant feelings for each other.
I enjoyed this book immensely. I could see Raina’s true character from the beginning, so I never had the “why is she doing that?” frustration I sometimes get with fantasy romance novels. Alexus comes across as incredibly stoic at first, but when his walls begin to crack under Raina’s empathy and tenderness, the character progression feels natural and believable. By the end, it feels less like reading about fictional characters and more like watching two people you already understand grow together.
This book is perfect for readers who enjoy vibrant world-building, twist-filled plots, and enemies-to-lovers romance.
The audiobook narrators truly bring the story to life. The heartbreak Raina experiences at the beginning is perfectly captured in the emotion and intensity of the female narrator’s performance, while Alexus’s inner struggles with his past are beautifully conveyed by the male narrator.
My only minor complaint was the pacing when the narration switched between voices. I usually listen at a slightly faster speed, but I found myself needing to slow it down for the male narrator.
March 10, 2026
Thank you Tantor Audio and Charissa Weaks for an advance copy of this audiobook.
I have read a previous version of this book and appreciated the audio version with the new chapters included. Nephele’s added POV does help round out this story. There were some moments with the audio when the male POV chapters seemed louder than the female POV chapters. It was a little jarring at first but after a bit I barely noticed.
This is an interesting start to a series. There was a significant amount of world building but it was woven into the characters getting to know each other, and did not feel like a huge info dump. My favorite thing about this book was Raina is nonverbal and even the villains never treated her as less due to this. Raina is fierce and powerful. I really enjoyed what she brought to the story. She wasn’t a door mat and pushed back if someone was going against what she thought was right. The push and pull between Raina and Alexus was delicious. Though the third time of “will they won’t they” it was getting a little stale. Overall, this was highly enjoyable and I am looking forward to seeing what comes next.
What I liked
- Raina vs the crows
- Raina showing up to the sword fight with a scythe
- Alexus’ fanboy level of adoration for Raina
- Helena’s unwavering support and affection for Raina
What I didn’t like
- The spice not quite spicin’ time and time again
- The time in the magical woods taking sooo long. I was tired of reading it. The characters were tired. Heck, even the horses were tired.
I have read a previous version of this book and appreciated the audio version with the new chapters included. Nephele’s added POV does help round out this story. There were some moments with the audio when the male POV chapters seemed louder than the female POV chapters. It was a little jarring at first but after a bit I barely noticed.
This is an interesting start to a series. There was a significant amount of world building but it was woven into the characters getting to know each other, and did not feel like a huge info dump. My favorite thing about this book was Raina is nonverbal and even the villains never treated her as less due to this. Raina is fierce and powerful. I really enjoyed what she brought to the story. She wasn’t a door mat and pushed back if someone was going against what she thought was right. The push and pull between Raina and Alexus was delicious. Though the third time of “will they won’t they” it was getting a little stale. Overall, this was highly enjoyable and I am looking forward to seeing what comes next.
What I liked
- Raina vs the crows
- Raina showing up to the sword fight with a scythe
- Alexus’ fanboy level of adoration for Raina
- Helena’s unwavering support and affection for Raina
What I didn’t like
- The spice not quite spicin’ time and time again
- The time in the magical woods taking sooo long. I was tired of reading it. The characters were tired. Heck, even the horses were tired.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Finished The Witch Collector ALC this morning and I’m honestly a little conflicted.
I really enjoyed the story itself, but the narration made it a bit of a struggle for me. The female narrator sounded very nasal, almost like she had a cold, and when she voiced male characters she emphasized the first letter of nearly every word, which was quite distracting. The male narrator felt rushed and somewhat monotonous, often reading without much emotion. At times it sounded like he was salivating or spitting directly into the mic. And when he voiced female characters… it genuinely reminded me of King Fergus from Brave mimicking Merida’s protests about marriage.
That said, I did enjoy the story. I’m not the biggest fan of insta-love (and you have to admit - this one happens in literally a matter of days), but I still found myself invested. I especially appreciated the disability representation and how it was woven into the magic system - it felt unique and thoughtful.
I connected easily with the characters, and the yearning and tension between them were definitely palpable. The world itself was really intriguing too, and I’d love to learn more about it as the series continues.
I’m definitely excited to dive into the next book… but I think I’ll be eyeball reading that one this time. 🙃
Thank you to NetGalley and RBmedia for the ALC.
I really enjoyed the story itself, but the narration made it a bit of a struggle for me. The female narrator sounded very nasal, almost like she had a cold, and when she voiced male characters she emphasized the first letter of nearly every word, which was quite distracting. The male narrator felt rushed and somewhat monotonous, often reading without much emotion. At times it sounded like he was salivating or spitting directly into the mic. And when he voiced female characters… it genuinely reminded me of King Fergus from Brave mimicking Merida’s protests about marriage.
That said, I did enjoy the story. I’m not the biggest fan of insta-love (and you have to admit - this one happens in literally a matter of days), but I still found myself invested. I especially appreciated the disability representation and how it was woven into the magic system - it felt unique and thoughtful.
I connected easily with the characters, and the yearning and tension between them were definitely palpable. The world itself was really intriguing too, and I’d love to learn more about it as the series continues.
I’m definitely excited to dive into the next book… but I think I’ll be eyeball reading that one this time. 🙃
Thank you to NetGalley and RBmedia for the ALC.
March 16, 2026
Listening to the 2nd edition of
The Witch Collector
was a sure thing for me cos this was my 3rd time reading/listening but my first for the 2nd edition. Back in 2023, I had read and then later listened to The Witch Collector and both times, it's been a 5⭐ read for me.
This series has been such a favorite of mine. I love how unique it feels in a sea of romantasy that sometimes feels like we are reading the same tropes over and over. I truly love the complexity of the plot involving gods and kings and at the center of it all, there are several love stories but for this book specifically, we get Raina and Alexus. For someone jumping in for the first time, know you are getting a story that has only been strengthened by the experience Charissa has deep into writing this series. I really enjoyed the addition of Nephele's POV sprinkled in the book. Because it's been over 2 years since I read the original edition, I honestly couldn't pick out the additions in Raina and Alexus' chapters.
Some highlights for me:
✨ Non-verbal FMC who uses sign language
✨ Witches' magic show up as marks on their body
✨ 1-sided enemies to lovers (she starts out wanting to end him!)
✨ MC who's so down bad for the FMC
Thank you so much to Tantor Audio and NetGalley for providing a copy of the audiobook. All opinions are my own.
This series has been such a favorite of mine. I love how unique it feels in a sea of romantasy that sometimes feels like we are reading the same tropes over and over. I truly love the complexity of the plot involving gods and kings and at the center of it all, there are several love stories but for this book specifically, we get Raina and Alexus. For someone jumping in for the first time, know you are getting a story that has only been strengthened by the experience Charissa has deep into writing this series. I really enjoyed the addition of Nephele's POV sprinkled in the book. Because it's been over 2 years since I read the original edition, I honestly couldn't pick out the additions in Raina and Alexus' chapters.
Some highlights for me:
✨ Non-verbal FMC who uses sign language
✨ Witches' magic show up as marks on their body
✨ 1-sided enemies to lovers (she starts out wanting to end him!)
✨ MC who's so down bad for the FMC
Thank you so much to Tantor Audio and NetGalley for providing a copy of the audiobook. All opinions are my own.
March 17, 2026
✨ Audio ARC generously provided by NetGalley & Tantor Audio✨
I first read the original edition of the Witch Collector several years ago, and was thrilled to receive an ARC of the updated edition. Charissa and her team have done a wonderful job of finessing this already great story.
In a sea of romantasy novels, the Witch Collector has always stood out in my memory as a unique exception to many of the unwritten rules of the genre.
Raina is a witch with no voice among a people who channel their magic through song. Already at a disadvantage, she has had to master both her powers (and day-to-day communication) through a unique form of sign language. This laid the groundwork for a fascinating, resourceful and stubborn character.
While the enemies-to-lovers-journey-on-horseback-reluctant-allies trope is a bit tired, I enjoyed the cast of characters and overarching story. The addition of more Nephele content to this revised edition helps to break up the monotony of ye-olde-roadtrip and helped offer more valuable perspective.
As an audiobook, while I prefer duet narration wherever possible, both Tim and Meg are great narrators, and really helped bring the story to life.
Overall, I really enjoyed this rewrite, and will absolutely be revisiting the remainder of the series.
I first read the original edition of the Witch Collector several years ago, and was thrilled to receive an ARC of the updated edition. Charissa and her team have done a wonderful job of finessing this already great story.
In a sea of romantasy novels, the Witch Collector has always stood out in my memory as a unique exception to many of the unwritten rules of the genre.
Raina is a witch with no voice among a people who channel their magic through song. Already at a disadvantage, she has had to master both her powers (and day-to-day communication) through a unique form of sign language. This laid the groundwork for a fascinating, resourceful and stubborn character.
While the enemies-to-lovers-journey-on-horseback-reluctant-allies trope is a bit tired, I enjoyed the cast of characters and overarching story. The addition of more Nephele content to this revised edition helps to break up the monotony of ye-olde-roadtrip and helped offer more valuable perspective.
As an audiobook, while I prefer duet narration wherever possible, both Tim and Meg are great narrators, and really helped bring the story to life.
Overall, I really enjoyed this rewrite, and will absolutely be revisiting the remainder of the series.
March 17, 2026
I really enjoyed most of this book. The pacing was good, even during the introductory phase and the characters and the world well developed. The plot was fast and engaging. The lore was easy to follow and understand, revealing just how enough to answer the reader’s questions while holding back just enough to give us a nice surprise at the end.
The part of this story that I struggled with was the climax. There was a lot happening and some of the POV switches confused me. I also kept zoning out because the scene was too long for my short attention span. Ultimately I had to listen to these chapters several times before I felt I had a good grasp on all the moving parts.
Additionally there was a smut scene near the end that felt like it unnecessarily held up the ending of the story without adding much. Ultimately, there was enough here to hook me into reading the sequel.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this audio arc in exchange for an honest review. I really enjoyed the female narrator and wish she’d narrated the whole book rather than switching Narrators when the POV switched.
The part of this story that I struggled with was the climax. There was a lot happening and some of the POV switches confused me. I also kept zoning out because the scene was too long for my short attention span. Ultimately I had to listen to these chapters several times before I felt I had a good grasp on all the moving parts.
Additionally there was a smut scene near the end that felt like it unnecessarily held up the ending of the story without adding much. Ultimately, there was enough here to hook me into reading the sequel.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this audio arc in exchange for an honest review. I really enjoyed the female narrator and wish she’d narrated the whole book rather than switching Narrators when the POV switched.
March 9, 2026
Thank you to Tantor Audio and NetGalley for an ALC to listen to and review before publishing.
There are several reasons why I am excited for Charissa Weaks's re-release of The Witch Collector, but the main reason is that I get to yell about it from the rooftops all over again. (Did I ever really stop? Good point.)
The audiobook for The Witch Collector is one of my favorites. I absolutely adore both Meg Sylvan and Tim Campbell as narrators and feel as though they do a great job with this duel narration. They are each able to deliver differing performances for all of the characters that allow the reader to become immersed in the story without being jarred out of the flow when switching between speakers. Not every narrator can do this, and they do a phenomenal job.
The Witch Collector is one of my favorite Romantasy reads with a unique magic system, a diverse cast of characters, and immaculate world building. The addition of the Nephele chapters puts this already fantastic book even that higher on my list of favorites.
There are several reasons why I am excited for Charissa Weaks's re-release of The Witch Collector, but the main reason is that I get to yell about it from the rooftops all over again. (Did I ever really stop? Good point.)
The audiobook for The Witch Collector is one of my favorites. I absolutely adore both Meg Sylvan and Tim Campbell as narrators and feel as though they do a great job with this duel narration. They are each able to deliver differing performances for all of the characters that allow the reader to become immersed in the story without being jarred out of the flow when switching between speakers. Not every narrator can do this, and they do a phenomenal job.
The Witch Collector is one of my favorite Romantasy reads with a unique magic system, a diverse cast of characters, and immaculate world building. The addition of the Nephele chapters puts this already fantastic book even that higher on my list of favorites.
March 13, 2026
A great start to this Romantasy fantasy series! I had not read the previously published version of this story but really enjoyed this one.
Raina has spent her life plotting how she is going to get revenge for the kidnapping of her sister by the Witch Collector. As her own magic, at least what is known, is very weak as Raina can not speak, her sister was taken in her place. However, when she is later still taken by the Witch Collector, she starts to find that everything, including her sister, may not be how it has always appeared.
I enjoyed the narration of this story. If you love a SLOW-BURN, you will love this!
Thank you Netgalley, Charissa Weaks and Tanton Audio for this ALC. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Raina has spent her life plotting how she is going to get revenge for the kidnapping of her sister by the Witch Collector. As her own magic, at least what is known, is very weak as Raina can not speak, her sister was taken in her place. However, when she is later still taken by the Witch Collector, she starts to find that everything, including her sister, may not be how it has always appeared.
I enjoyed the narration of this story. If you love a SLOW-BURN, you will love this!
Thank you Netgalley, Charissa Weaks and Tanton Audio for this ALC. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
March 19, 2026
Thank you NetGalley for the ALC of this book. I read this book last year and fell in love with the characters and the series itself. When the author announced a second edition for book one and I saw that an audiobook was available I jumped on the chance to listen to this story. I loved this when I read it, but it was even better as audio!! Both narrators are great, but Meg Sylvan is AMAZING! I felt the emotions when reading the first time around because the writing is so good, but hearing it, I was brought to tears more than once. Meg pulls you in and you hear the joy, the sadness, the anger and the desperation in her voice as she reads. She truly elevates this book and I’m even more obsessed with Alexus and Raina💙
March 23, 2026
4.5 Stars
I listened to the previous audio, and am so glad I jumped on the rerelease! Stil a great story, but some of the updates made it even better!
This story is so unique and incredibly captivating.
The world building and character development are so strong. There is a lot to learn throughout the plot but it is so wonderfully uncovered in small doses.
With a non verbal FMC this story tackles magic and obstacles in such inspirational ways. The characters are very likeable and relatable; their relationships evolve throughout and become so special. The romance is a tension-filled slow-burn that is absolutely worth the wait.
I am absolutely looking forward to book two.
Thank you to NetGalley and Tantor Media for the ALC copy.
I listened to the previous audio, and am so glad I jumped on the rerelease! Stil a great story, but some of the updates made it even better!
This story is so unique and incredibly captivating.
The world building and character development are so strong. There is a lot to learn throughout the plot but it is so wonderfully uncovered in small doses.
With a non verbal FMC this story tackles magic and obstacles in such inspirational ways. The characters are very likeable and relatable; their relationships evolve throughout and become so special. The romance is a tension-filled slow-burn that is absolutely worth the wait.
I am absolutely looking forward to book two.
Thank you to NetGalley and Tantor Media for the ALC copy.
March 31, 2026
Thank you NetGalley for the chance to listen to this ARC audiobook.
I really enjoyed the characters and their development in this book. The non-verbal FMC was depicted so eloquently. Her disability was woven into the story and helped drive the plot, rather than hindering and/or anchoring it down.
I deducted a star because the middle of the book was sloooow. Just 75 chapters of conversation and riding through the woods. Even after all of that, I still didn’t feel like the history with the God-knife and the magic system was explained clearly enough.
Overall it was a great read and I am interested to see where the next book goes!
I really enjoyed the characters and their development in this book. The non-verbal FMC was depicted so eloquently. Her disability was woven into the story and helped drive the plot, rather than hindering and/or anchoring it down.
I deducted a star because the middle of the book was sloooow. Just 75 chapters of conversation and riding through the woods. Even after all of that, I still didn’t feel like the history with the God-knife and the magic system was explained clearly enough.
Overall it was a great read and I am interested to see where the next book goes!
March 14, 2026
Thanks NetGalley for the ALC of the audiobook.
I have been a fan of this book for a while, and the audiobook is wonderfully done.
Hooked from the first moment. Raina is a mute witch within a society of singers- magic is spun through singing. While she is able to produce magic through sign language, she does not have witch marks on her. This makes her safe from being collected by the Witch Collector. Until her village is attacked and she finds herself travelling with him.
The unique magic system is great, as is the romance and kind MMC. Chefs kiss!
I have been a fan of this book for a while, and the audiobook is wonderfully done.
Hooked from the first moment. Raina is a mute witch within a society of singers- magic is spun through singing. While she is able to produce magic through sign language, she does not have witch marks on her. This makes her safe from being collected by the Witch Collector. Until her village is attacked and she finds herself travelling with him.
The unique magic system is great, as is the romance and kind MMC. Chefs kiss!
March 31, 2026
Intriguing!!
I really liked this one!! It was a good mix of all the feels, and the world building is great! I can picture everything in my mind’s eye, and the story had a nice pace all through. I have terrible memory, so it was a little difficult with all the names 🙈 And so many of the names didn’t give away the gender, so it got confusing at times.. But I can’t wait to start the next one🥹
I really liked this one!! It was a good mix of all the feels, and the world building is great! I can picture everything in my mind’s eye, and the story had a nice pace all through. I have terrible memory, so it was a little difficult with all the names 🙈 And so many of the names didn’t give away the gender, so it got confusing at times.. But I can’t wait to start the next one🥹
March 11, 2026
I forgot just how good this series is and the newly released audiobook makes it even better. I love these characters and the absolute beast of world building this book has, some of the best in the romantasy genre. There is so much to unpack in these books and I’m so happy to be back in this series!
Thank you to NetGalley and Tantor Audio for the ALC of this book!
Thank you to NetGalley and Tantor Audio for the ALC of this book!
March 25, 2026
Thank you NetGalley and Tantor Media for the ALC
I loved this! The narration by Tim Campbell and Meg Sylvan brought the world and characters to life, and made this such a fun listen. I can’t wait to read more of this series.
I loved this! The narration by Tim Campbell and Meg Sylvan brought the world and characters to life, and made this such a fun listen. I can’t wait to read more of this series.
March 5, 2026
a journey worth reading
From start to finish this book was captivating. The love the humor the anguish.
100% worth it I’m already buying the 2nd book
From start to finish this book was captivating. The love the humor the anguish.
100% worth it I’m already buying the 2nd book
March 18, 2026
love it!
A beautiful world with wonderful and inspiring characters. I appreciate the thought and detail that went into this book and can’t wait to read the next!
A beautiful world with wonderful and inspiring characters. I appreciate the thought and detail that went into this book and can’t wait to read the next!
February 17, 2026
The beginning almost lost me. The writing felt confusing and at times felt like it was rambling but I pushed through and it did get better as it went on. Some things bothered me, like the bad guy isn’t a very good bad guy. He kept letting them just get away and couldn’t make up his mind who he wanted to keep vs kill. I really enjoyed Raina and the fact that she uses sign language. The characters don’t have much depth.
Displaying 1 - 23 of 23 reviews