Blood and Whispers

Name: Blood and Whispers
Brand: Tantor Audio
Availability: InStock
Author: A.C. Haskins
ISBN: 9781666101065

Author: A.C. Haskins

Narrator: Matt Godfrey

Unabridged: 11 hr 56 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Tantor Media

Published: 04/13/2021

Categories: Fiction, Fantasy, Urban, Contemporary

Synopsis

THE MOST DANGEROUS WEAPON IS A PAST SCORNED

Thomas Quinn is a sorcerer haunted by the memories of the things he's done over centuries of service to the Arcanum. From battling djinn to killing demigods and dragons, the scars and nightmares have left him a broken man. He has long retired from that life, running an occult shop in Philadelphia for the past several decades, wanting nothing more than to be left alone with his books and his whiskey and his shame.

But when two detectives come to his door asking about a brutal ritual murder in his city, Quinn must reluctantly take up the mantle of a Sorcerer of the Arcanum once more, and face down those who would threaten the fragile peace between the human and magical worlds. His investigation takes him from the streets of Philadelphia to the court of a Faerie King as he races to stop the apocalypse.

Thomas Quinn was prepared to fight rogue sorcerers and Fae monsters. But the greatest threat he faces may be his own inner demons . . .

About A.C. Haskins

A. C. Haskins is a former Armored Cavalry Officer and combat veteran turned economist and business strategist (and occasional defensive firearm instructor). He has a lifelong love of speculative fiction, having written his first science fiction novel as a class project in the eleventh grade. His interests include (but are not limited to) ancient and medieval history, mythology, applied violence studies, tabletop gaming, and theoretical economics. He lives in Michigan with his wife, two cats, and a dog.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Robin on April 12, 2021

This review was originally posted on Books of My Heart Review copy was received from Publisher. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review. 3.5 hearts Blood and Whispers is the first book in a yet to be named series. It follows a few centuries old sorcerer, who has basica......more

Goodreads review by Jon on March 11, 2021

Absolutely a top notch opening to what I hope will start a long term series with stories to come. Drawing on his extensive knowledge of medieval history and lore, the author builds a world that both seems alien and familiar. Blending magic, gun culture, and elements of a hard boiled detective novel,......more

Goodreads review by Noone on April 09, 2022

Oh man, this made me so sad. Great intro, great atmosphere, interesting main character. I was totally on board and the writing didn't suck for once. This read like someone actually did his homework before publishing a book. Over time it became clear that the plot was mediocre at best with cardboard cut......more

Goodreads review by Jeff on April 15, 2022

Baen Baen Baen.... Baen Books went from one of my favourite publishers to one which I hesitate before picking up a new author. This is for many reasons, but chief among them was its descent into political ideology. I don't mind political opinions as a rule, but I don't read novels to be preached to......more

Goodreads review by Jordan on June 02, 2021

This is not a bad book, just not what i was hoping it would be. The blurb made is seem like an Alex Verus book which i very much enjoyed and there is a definite Verus vibe. Urban mage running a magic shop in a metro area. Secret society. A past. the mundane contacts. All very much right up my alley. B......more