Written in Red, Anne Bishop
Written in Red, Anne Bishop
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Written in Red
A Novel of the Others

Author: Anne Bishop

Narrator: Alexandra Harris

Unabridged: 18 hr 33 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Penguin Audio

Published: 03/05/2013


Synopsis

Enter the world of the Others in the first novel in New York Times bestselling author Anne Bishop’s thrilling fantasy series: a place where unearthly entities—vampires and shape-shifters among them—rule the Earth and prey on the human race.

As a cassandra sangue, or blood prophet, Meg Corbyn can see the future when her skin is cut—a gift that feels more like a curse. Meg’s Controller keeps her enslaved so he can have full access to her visions. But when she escapes, the only safe place Meg can hide is at the Lakeside Courtyard—a business district operated by the Others.

Shape-shifter Simon Wolfgard is reluctant to hire the stranger who inquires about the Human Liaison job. First, he senses she’s keeping a secret, and second, she doesn’t smell like human prey. Yet a stronger instinct propels him to give Meg the job. And when he learns the truth about Meg and that she’s wanted by the government, he’ll have to decide if she’s worth the fight between humans and the Others that will surely follow.

About Anne Bishop

Born in 1955, Anne Bishop, an American fantasy writer, started her writing career by publishing short stories. She is best known for her award-winning novels, The Black Jewels Trilogy, Daughter of the Blood, Heir to the Shadows, and Queen of the Darkness. Bishop has also created The Tir Alainn Trilogy, and The Landscapes of Ephemera Series. She is currently residing in upstate New York and when she’s not working on The Others, her newest series, she enjoys gardening, reading and listening to music.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Wendy Darling on March 24, 2013

4.5 stars It takes a lot to interest me in starting an adult urban fantasy series these days, so I was a bit hesitant when Written in Red landed on my doorstep. This turned out to be a happy surprise, however, because it ended up being a fantastic read. Meg Corbyn is on the run. As a cassandra sangue......more

Goodreads review by Mary on December 23, 2014

Real rating: 2.5 Let me start this bad boy off by saying that I wanted to love this book. I bought it a while ago when searching for new fantasy and everyone across the board said it was lovely and I mean, really, who can deny a book called Written in Red? And the book and I started out pretty well. T......more

Goodreads review by Regan on June 09, 2023

Solid urban fantasy, unlike what I usually read. Had some really fantastic characters.......more

Goodreads review by Anne on April 22, 2018

4.5 stars Wow. Ok, looking at the ratings and reviews, this is very much a love-it-or-hate-it kind of book. As in, some of my friends hated it so much they couldn't even finish... Me, on the other hand? Ohmygod! I haven't guzzled a book down this fast in a long time! I've already ordered the next one......more

Goodreads review by Giorgia Reads on March 12, 2021

3.5 stars I’m gonna start by saying that despite my middle of the road rating, I did enjoy this a lot and I’m gonna continue the series. I think the world-building is interesting and definitely a different take on supernaturals. (for whom, humans are literally prey - as in they eat human meat - appa......more


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Praise for Written in Red
Winner of the RT Book Reviews Reviewers’ Choice for Best Urban Fantasy Novel

“Amazing...A compelling story set in a seamlessly crafted universe.”—Fresh Fiction

“Near perfect...Written in Red isn’t just the best urban fantasy of the year—it may be one of the best ever.”—All Things Urban Fantasy

“A stunningly original yarn, deeply imagined, beautifully articulated, and set forth in clean, limpid, sensual prose.”—Kirkus Reviews

“Bishop has a way of making your heart wrench with joy and pain within a breath.”—Fantasy Book Critic

“Fast-paced action, well defined characters and an imaginative storyline make for a fine paranormal read.”—Monsters and Critics

More Praise for Anne Bishop and the Novels of the Others

“Anne Bishop is so good at writing character development....I love this series and I NEED MORE!”—USAToday.com

“Without a doubt one of the best UF series on the market.”—RT Book Reviews

“The Queen of Fantasy...Teeming with intrigue, suspense, heartbreak, and hints of romance, Bishop’s literary skills continue to astound and enchant.”—Heroes and Heartbreakers