Shield of Sparrows (Part 2 of 2) [Dramatized Adaptation]

Shield of Sparrows [Dramatized Adaptation] #1, Part 2

by Devney Perry

Shield of Sparrows is a slow-burn, high-stakes romantasy perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas and Rebecca Yarros—where enemies become lovers, monsters stalk a cursed realm, and a forgotten princess finds the strength to tear off her crown and become the warrior she was never meant to be.

The gods sent monsters to the five kingdoms to remind mortals they must kneel.

I've spent my life kneeling—to their will and to my father's. As a princess, my only duty is to wear the crown and obey the king.

I was never meant to rule. Never meant to fight. And I was never supposed to be the daughter who sealed an ancient treaty with her own blood.

But that changed the fateful day I stepped into my father's throne room. The day a legendary monster hunter sailed to our shores. The day a prince ruined my life.

Now I'm crossing treacherous lands beside a warrior who despises me as much as I despise him—bound to a future I didn't choose and a husband I barely know.

Everyone wants me to be something I'm not—a queen, a spy, a sacrifice.

But what if I refused the role chosen for me? What if I made my own rules? What if there's power in being underestimated?

And what if—for the first time—I reached for it?

Adapted from the novel and produced with a full cast of actors, immersive sound effects and cinematic music!

Genres: Audiobook, Fantasy, Romantasy

9 pages, Audiobook

Expected publication February 25, 2026

About the author

Devney is a #1 Amazon, Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author of over forty romance novels. After working in the technology industry for a decade, she abandoned conference calls and project schedules to pursue her passion for writing. She was born and raised in Montana and now lives in Washington with her husband and two sons.”

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www.devneyperry.com

Reviews

[Christina · Rating 5 out of 5]

Part 2 of the Graphic Audio - such a crazy second part I was hooked almost immediately!

It still took way longer than I was expecting but we FINALLY get the big reveal with the Guardian and I was SO glad I was right on point. Now, the way it was revealed? Kinda shitty I thought, had Odessa not seen what she did I feel like the secret would have continued until it was forced or accidentally revealed to her. Her reactions once it was revealed? Completely understandable and I'm surprised she didn't ACTUALLY stab him.

And when we finally get the answers to what is behind the lysa in the monsters? My heart broke for all involved I really didn't see that coming! Really loved the continued development between the Guardian and Odessa and how fiercely he continues to protect her.

It was also crazy to see the author not hesitate to kill off important characters. There were a couple of times I was like "DANG that really just happened" when I thought that character would've have more involvement in the story. Definitely keeps my interest piqued as to what will happen to any of the characters in book two!

I'm also slapping myself because I didn't realize this was a duet and now I am impatiently waiting for the next book... that comes out IN APRIL! I guess perfect excuse to re-listen to these then?

[Philippa - (The British Bibliophile) · Rating 5 out of 5]

5⭐️ - Overall rating

5⭐️ - Narration

5⭐️ - Story

🏆 - A top listen of 2026

[chaoticcaffeinatedbookgremlin ▪︎Manda▪︎ · Rating 5 out of 5]

Doing the dramatized adaptation was absolutely the way to go I was hanging on every single word like it personally owed me money aggressively begging people to read it so I could discus all my theory’s. which is not normal behavior for me I devoured this book at an unhealthy speed and that fricken ending has me already begging 🙏 pleading and contemplating writing a strongly worded letter for the next book. I loved the slow burn. And when I say slow burn, I mean the author looked me dead in the eye and said you’re going to earn this. The world and character building? Chefs kiss. I actually had time to understand everyonegrow with them get attached and then get emotionally tossed around for fun. The push and pull the banter the tension so thick you could cut it with a knife and all the twists that had me rethinking everything.
This was hands down not just a 5 star for me but a favourite of all Time Like bury me with it levels of favourite. I will say this isn’t for people who don’t appreciate that slow burn If you need instant gratification this might test your patience. The author makes you work for it and the pay off was worth it 100%. Every second of yearning every almost moment, every bit of tension was a calculated attack and I respect it.
The audio cast did a fantastic job truly no notes. The music and sound effects tied it all together and made it feel like a movie in the best way. This might be my top way to listen now, the experience is like no other and now I fear regular audiobooks may never compare. Now I shall count down the days till the release of book two and ponder what to do with my life until then 🫠
Spice: 🌶️.5
Plot: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Characters: 🎖️🎖️🎖️🎖️🎖️
Audiobook:🎧🎧🎧🎧🎧🎧🎧🎧🎧🎧

[Jessica Nassiff · Rating 5 out of 5]

Phenomenal. Absolutely phenomenally brilliant. Such an amazing storyline and idea. Those last 40 minutes or so, be prepared. This just has to be experienced for one’s self to truly get the brilliance of it. This is the perfect story for a graphic audio. The cast is amazing. Stephanie and Jon perform at such a level of mastery. Now the pain in waiting for the next installments, but totally worth it.

[Karen Kirk · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this book when it first came out but this reread was the Graphic Audio version. I didn’t think the book could get any better but it did. The narration and production was outstanding. Particularly good were the two leads - Jon Vertullo and Stephanie Nemeth-Parker. Thankfully, after that nail biting cliffhanger, Rites Of The Starling is being released very soon. I am counting the days ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[Annie]

great narration/voice acting and audio development.

overall book is FMC is as curious as Fourth Wing FMC but as stubborn as Kindred Curse FMC. MMC is equally broody and guilt ridden as those in the series. Spicy scene is poor and vague at best. Definitely more about the mystery of people and unraveling the disease.

[Vanessa ✨ Romancy reader · Rating 4 out of 5]

Love the graphic audios with full cast -

2nd part finished strong- loved the unique storyline - that being said, Odessa is probably my least favorite FMC. Her doubting, questioning and overthinking internal thoughts every 2 seconds is a struggle. I hope she finds her confidence in book 3, as I’m invested!

Grateful for the advanced copy.

[Teresa · Rating 5 out of 5]

I can’t wait for the next book in the series!

[Or · Rating 5 out of 5]

just perfect

[Stacey_Read_That · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great cast as always. This is a reread for me. I can’t wait for book 2!!!!

[Molly Neuforth · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm SOBBING 😭 my HEART!! I need more answers 😭😭 like noooow!

[Bret Muenks · Rating 5 out of 5]

One word. Devoured. I cannot wait for book 2.