Unspoken

The Djinn Wars #12

by Christine Pope

Her rescuer. Her protector. But not his Chosen.

Two years after the Dying, Amber McCoy is still living rough, foraging in the ruins of the world to survive. The pickings are slim, but not as slim as the dating pool. She’s the last living soul in San Marino, California.

Except for them. Angels? Devils? All she knows is, one of them attacked her. And another one saved her, piercing her with night-black eyes and growling a single word — run. Since doing just that, she’s been utterly alone.

Idris, a djinn elder, is inspecting the lush, green grounds of his new estate when he encounters the young woman he saved, still impossibly fragile-looking and skittish as a wild doe. Luring her with the promise of comforts she’s been denied for too long, he begins the delicate process of convincing her that she has nothing to fear from him.

As these two lonely creatures spend more time together, each touch strengthening the current of desire humming between them, Idris is acutely aware that this idyllic time can’t last. Soon Amber will be forced to choose between two paths…neither of which can ever lead to his arms.

334 pages, Kindle Edition

First published June 26, 2019

About the author

A native of Southern California, Christine Pope has been writing stories ever since she commandeered her family’s Smith-Corona typewriter back in the sixth grade. Many reams of dead trees later, she’s happy to announce that her debut novel, Fringe Benefits,was published by Pink Petal Books on April 8, 2010. Her short fiction has appeared in Astonishing Adventures, Luna Station Quarterly, and the new journal of dark fiction, Dark Valentine. Her paranormal novella, Playing With Fire, was released on August 5, 2010.

While Fringe Benefits is a straight contemporary romance, she writes in a variety of genres, including paranormal romance, fantasy, horror, science fiction, and historical romance. She blames this on being easily distracted by bright, shiny objects, which could also account for the size of her shoe collection.

After spending many years in the magazine publishing industry, she now works as a freelance editor in addition to writing fiction. She lives with her husband and an explosively fluffy Pomeranian mix. Her house is pink, but don’t hold that against her.

Reviews

[Nikki Brooks · Rating 5 out of 5]

The end of the series is upon me! I've loved this series from the first book with its novel take on the Djinn. I've loved to hate their efficiency in clearing the world for them to take it over, but it's going to be sad not having a Chosen and their Djinn partner to check in on now and then;(

Amber has had a brush with the mysterious "flying people" who seem to be responsible for the eradication of everyone she knew. But after almost 2 years in hiding, she finally gets another up close and personal meeting with her "saviour" but is he just as bad as the one she ran from all those months ago?

Idris may be an elder but he still needs a home somewhere. Why not Los Angeles? It has absolutely nothing to do with his fleeting interaction with a certain blonde haired human that he had to rescue. But when he enters the building he has decided will be his new home, he finds out she was essentially hiding under his nose.

But now Idris is in a bit of sticky spot, he should have taken Amber straight to a human enclave or a Djinn/human town - not squirrel her away in his home. But when they inadvertently get busted by the other elders, Amber's fate takes a turn for the murky. It seems she was chosen after all but not claimed. Now the crap is about to hit the fan!

I really enjoyed this last story in the series. I felt that Idris was so sweet, even when facing the loss of Amber, he still refused to invoke his power as an elder to skew things in his favour. he never hid what the Djinn did or make excuses for their behaviour. Amber wasn't quite as endearing as I'd hoped for. Whilst not the completely shallow, rich-girl she could have been portrayed as she didn't have a ton of redeeming qualities either. She had seemed to float around in her world of privilege without much of ambition to do anything else. She did redeem herself in my eyes slightly but I just wish she had been a bit more...passionate about something prior to the apacalypse.

[Alexandra · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book twelve in the Djinn Wars series is amazing. As with most of the books in this series, it can be read as a stand alone, which is perfect. Christine is always sure to give a brief explanation of how the events that led to the end of the world came about. Not in a repetitive way, but from the main character’s point of view, typically the human.

Amber ends up in a wild adventure, when two years after the world’s population is mostly decimated, a djinn elder by the name of Idris arrives in her hiding place. They had briefly encountered one another before, with Idris having saved her life. As the story unfolds, we get a beautiful love story between Amber and Idris that is interrupted by the djinn who had selected her to be his Chosen mate. Bariq whisks her away in an attempt to romance Amber. But there isn’t a real connection there. Idris and one of his fellow elders arrive in time to save Amber, leaving her with a choice to make.

I have many of Christine’s books and they are always captivating stories. I go through a lot emotions every time I read one. I am sad that this is the last book in the series, but it’s a great book. Highly recommend this series of books as it’s a memorable one. I did receive an ARC.

[Jessica · Rating 4 out of 5]

Unspoken is book twelve in Christine Pope’s Dijnn Wars series. Thankfully, these books can be read as standalones, otherwise I would have missed out! Christine Pope provides a brief overview of what has happened in the series, and I was never lost. I just want to start from book one now. Sigh, and the TBR grows!

This is an interesting take on paranormal romance, and it was unique. I don’t think I’ve read any Djinn type characters before and that made this a topnotch PR read for me. I really enjoyed the plot, and even though I started at the end, everything made sense and I throughouly enjoyed it.

The characters are great. Some started off a little flat for me, but Christine Pope does well with character growth and by the end they were well-rounded and relatable. I think paranormal romance lovers will devour this series. I’m putting the rest on my TBR! Recommended for sure.

*I voluntarily read and reviewed this book as part of a blog tour with Lady Amber's Reviews & PR. All opinions are my own.*

[Sunny · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have read this entire series from the beginning and sadden that this is the end. Christine Pope’s “Unspoken” Book 12 of the Djinn Wars bridges a lot of things together, but still leaves enough for us to wonder what’s going to happen in this last book. Amber McCoy is still in hiding after 2 years of the Djinn’s “Dying” that eradicated all of mankind but for a few Chosen ones. One day she goes out of her hidey-hole and comes across Idris, a Djinn Elder. They are both surprised to see each other since all human beings were supposed to have been eliminated. This leads in a plot that is moving constantly with never a dull moment. It is a great story of a love that maybe denied as well as doing what’s right even when it’s hard. I love Christine’s creativity in this entire series, but one must read it from the beginning to fully understand the entire concept of this series.

[Denise · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a NON-SPOILER REVIEW. Unspoken by Christine Pope is the twelfth and (allegedly) final book in The Djinn Wars series. While most of the books in this series can be read as stand alone, I would most enthusiastically encourage you to read these books (preferably) in order. They are so worth the read. There is no doubt that Christine Pope has invested her emotions while writing this (series) story. I strongly suggest immersing yourself in this ground breaking world. I felt like I was experiencing the trauma of the Heat along with Amber. And let's not get me started on Idris! Jump this book to the top of your TBR pile, you'll be glad you did! I gasped, laughed and cried. There is so much packed into this book that you'll desperately want it to never end!

This honest and voluntary review was made possible by reading a copy through Bookfunnel.

[Michelle Graves · Rating 5 out of 5]

Idris is one of the 3 elders. He's very lonely and when he saved a woman's life little did he know what his future would look like. I guess that asshole from the boat gets his wish but it doesn't make sense why he's so pissy at Idris cause he got what he really wanted. I hope there's a spin off from these books. It's really good that idris managed to get alot of people including that mean rarver that tried 2 kill her B4, 2 apologize and want 2 change things 2 but it he truly wanting 2 or a act? It's good 2 c that miles is still the same, 2 eager lol I loved it as usual.

[Hilary Collins · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliant Series

Unspoken (The Djinn Wars Book 12) by Christine Pope. When the heat struck Amber literally went next door to the Huntington library and gardens and hid in the basement. 2 years after the heat, elder Idris chosen the Huntington library and gardens as his home. Consequently they met and Idris said Amber could stay but would eventually have to go to Los Alamos but the other 2 elders said Amber had been chosen and she would have to go with him. Unknown to each other Idris and Amber ha fallen in love.

[Alicia · Rating 4 out of 5]

A gentle, charming PNR read, from an author who is new to me. I knew nothing of the background but the story was quickly and easily set up so that I had no sense of confusion at all. The slow growth of the relationship between Amber and Idris was written in style that allowed you to relate to them easily. The magical aspects were interesting, as was the history of the djinn.
This was a quick and very enjoyable read.

[Beth · Rating 3 out of 5]

Pope's Djinn universe is not my favorite topic, but this book was better than most. I liked the way that Amber changes from a spoiled, aimless woman, into a survivor. I also liked the character of Idris, especially contrasted with Bariq.

[Lisa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Always satisfying read

I love this series! It moves at a great pace and the characters catch their feelings naturally. I look forward to reading more.

[Lonnie lee shieds · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very good read

I enjoyed all of the djinn's books, I just could not put them down.
I hope to find a good read as the next book that I read, thank you