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Commanding Flame and Shield

By: S.J. Barnett
Narrated by: Connor Brannigan, Nikki Grey
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A reluctant, prophesied leader. A legendary warrior. An evasive enemy threatening everything they hold dear, and a star-crossed love they’d burn the world to save.

August Porter is a lucrative investor, admired for his ethics and respected for his success. Engaged to a beautiful businesswoman, his life looks like the American dream. But August has a secret. His nights are spent fighting for his life—trying to escape talons that drag him into darkness, fleeing monsters promising an end to his future. But they're just nightmares. At least, that's what he convinces himself...until he comes face to face with a fierce stranger promising salvation...if he leaves everything he's ever known behind.

The legendary Alvara of Grayshell has two missions in life: guard humanity from the demons freed from Hell, and steward half-Angel souls into their own dimension when their celestial powers arrive. For months, she’s been haunted daily by August’s face. By the constant pull to him. The mysterious man evades her power…when no mark ever has.

Grayshell, Chicago...even Hell itself—she won't stop fighting until his soul is safe with her. When an ancient prophecy brings forth an enemy threatening to sever everything he loves, August must confront his destiny. Will he trust the light or succumb to the darkness?

Filled with deep world building, a tension-filled slow burn romance, and epic battles, this first book in the Grayshell Rising series is perfect for fans of Throne of Glass and The Bridge Kingdom.

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STOP WHAT YOU’RE DOING AND GET THIS BOOK!


I am astonished by what S.J. Barnett gave us. This book is a solid 5 star for me: from the plot to the characters, the worldbuilding and the writing, this book has all you need to get you hooked from the first chapter and asking for more when you put it down.

But want to know what the best thing was for me? THE VILLAIN. I didn’t realise I hadn’t read a book with a really good villain in a while until I met this one. The charisma, the questions he poses, the personality and attitude… I have not wanted to join a villain’s side this much since the Darkling in Shadow and Bone.

Fear not, the FMC and MMC will keep you firmly rooted on their side. How could they not? This dynamic is EVERYTHING. The slow burn is so slow but so BURNING you’re on the edge of your seat yelling “JUST KISS ALREADY” most of the time. August is the ideal partner wrapped in a shiny package, he’s already my new book boyfriend.

And the found family? I am a sucker for this trope and S.J. Barnett more than delivered. The characters are loveable and the relationships will leave you wanting even more. The interactions are beyond riveting and that is all thanks to her amazing writing.

It is funny, witty, gives you descriptions without boring you. She doesn’t shy away from violence and leaves room for softer moments, keeping the right balance between the two. The pace is perfect and the plot keeps you on your toes without leaving you breathless. It is intriguing from the start and at no point whatsoever did I know where she was taking us. What a pleasant and thrilling ride from start to finish.

From the unique magic concept to the incredible worldbuilding, reading CFAS is like entering Narnia. It’s diving into a whole other world you didn’t know existed right under your nose, and you don’t want to leave it.

I was sceptical about any religious theme at first as I am not a religious person, and I was pleasantly surprised to be stimulated by the questions S.J. Barnett raised. The themes around choice, agency and freedom are thought-provoking and leave you wanting to see which side will prevail.

Not to mention that Connor and Nikki did a great job bringing August and Ally to life. Well done!

I cannot wait to get my hands on the next book already!

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A must read.

I couldn’t stop listening to this novel. Has you hooked from the first line till the last.

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The fates mates trope

If you like angels, demons, fated mates and the potential end of the world, then you are sure to enjoy this one.

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