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Skysong

By: C.A. Wright
Narrated by: Olivia Darnley
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Oriane is the skylark, and the sun only rises if she wills it.

Every morning, she transforms from woman to bird, calling the dawn with her song. Seclusion has kept her safe her whole life – but it has also left her lonely, and craving freedom. When Oriane finally succumbs to the lure of the wild unknown, she is discovered in the gardens of the royal palace, where she is taken in by the king and treated like a goddess – and a prisoner.

Embroiled in a battle of faith and politics, Oriane yearns to return to her safe, simple life. A growing danger surrounds the palace, and the skylark and her gift are at its centre. But within the whispers, Oriane learns something she never expected: she may not be as alone as she thought. There may be another like her. The nightingale.

2025, Australian Book Design Awards, Long-listed

2025, Aurealis Award Best Fantasy Novel, Short-listed

©2024 C.A. Wright (P)2024 Bolinda Publishing Best of 2024 Fantasy Genre Fiction Magical Realism Romance

Critic Reviews

'(Skysong is) a beautifully crafted reimagining of an old tale, skilfully told and rich in heart.' (Juliet Marillier, author of the Sevenwaters series)
'A feather-bright and sweetly-sung re-telling. Beautiful!' (Kell Woods, author of After the Forest)
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Great story that kept me intrigued throughout the listen. The reader did a great job telling the story.

Brilliant writing, intriguing and captivating

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This is the most authetic depiction of early love, complex human greed and the often painful journey of finding out who you are.

Beautiful, nuanced fantasy

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