Play Audiobook Sample
Rift: A Nightshade Novel Audiobook
Play Audiobook Sample
(4.44) - 32 listener ratings
Quick Stats About this Audiobook
Total Audiobook Chapters:
Longest Chapter Length:
Shortest Chapter Length:
Average Chapter Length:
Audiobooks by this Author:
Publisher Description
Chronicling the rise of the Keepers, this stunning prequel to the New York Times bestselling Nightshade series tells the origin story of the magical war that started a revolution.
“A richly layered, supernatural romance both appealing and unique.”—School Library Journal
Sixteen-year-old Ember Morrow is promised to a group called Conatus after one of their healers saves her mother's life. Once she arrives, Ember finds joy in wielding swords, learning magic, and fighting the encroaching darkness loose in the world. She also finds herself falling in love with her mentor, the dashing, brooding, and powerful Barrow Hess. But when the knights realize that Eira, one of their leaders, is dabbling in dark magic, Ember and Barrow must choose whether to follow her into the nether realm or to pledge their lives to destroying her and her kind.
With action, adventure, magic, and tantalizing sensuality, Rift is as fast-paced and breathtaking as the original Nightshade trilogy,
Look for more Nightshade novels by Andrea Robertson (formerly writing as Andrea Cremer):
NIGHTSHADE • WOLFSBANE • BLOODROSE • SNAKEROOT • RIFT • RISE
Download and start listening now!
"I hadn't heard of this author until I happened across this book on a discount shelf at a local Safeway. Needless to say, I am absolutely glad that I bought it. It encompasses many mythical creatures and sticks to the lore pretty well. The story is well written, has romance and lots of action, while not over doing it on either. I read mostly Fae based novels and am glad this has broaden my horizons, cant wait to read the next one."
— Amber (5 out of 5 stars)
Quotes
-
“A bit different from Nightshade, this is a book for historical and paranormal romance lovers alike. ...A great new book that will leave you breathless.
— ROMANTIC TIMES “A richly layered, supernatural romance both appealing and unique. -
“Cremer’s trademark quick pace, romantic sensuality, and strong female characters will have fans clamoring for the next title.
— BOOKLIST -
RAVE REVIEWS FOR THE NIGHTSHADE SERIES:
-
Yet another young adult novel filled with supernatural beasties, but this teen wolf tale is actually good and will keep you reading intently.
— ENTERTAINMENTWEEKLY.COM -
An imaginative . . . paranormal-suspense story. The book’s underlying themes of individualism and freedom . . . lift it to a higher level.
— KIRKUS REVIEWS -
There’s enough action to engage any reluctant reader . . .will no doubt have teens debating the relative merits of werewolves versus vampires.
— BOOKLIST -
Clever young adult saga that leaves readers on the edge of their seats.
— ASSOCIATED PRESS -
Nightshade is historical fiction—with a modern pop culture twist . . .a book for well-read hopeless romantics who like their heroines conflicted, their love interests smoldering, and their passions triangulated and torrid, yet unfulfilled.
— LOS ANGELES TIMES -
Sexy and thrilling.
— BECCA FITZPATRICK, NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF HUSH, HUSH -
Nightshade is a glittering, dark gem.
— CYNTHIA LEITICH SMITH, NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF ETERNAL
Rift Listener Reviews
-
" Amazing book, always keeps one on the edge "
— Samantha, 1/24/2014 -
" Absolutely wonderful. I loved that it was set back in time, this perfectly worded story left me wanting more. Loving Barrow and Ember. Well done Andrea. "
— Cellina, 1/22/2014 -
" Prequel to the Nightshade series. Of the books in the series, this was my favorite! Absolutely loved "Rift" and I can't wait to see what happens with Ember and Barrow in "Rise." "
— Lynn, 1/6/2014 -
" I'm surprised how much I liked this. The world it created was interesting. I only recognized later that it was a prequel. Oops. "
— Jenna, 1/6/2014 -
" Seemed to be a much slower pace than I remember Nightshade being. It was fine and fun, but not the best. And really, the 1-sentence summaries on the front of these books need to be banned: "She can battle darkness, but she can't fight love." Sigh... "
— Chelsea, 12/28/2013 -
" It took me awhile to get into it but I enjoyed it, now I just have to hope that Rise is just as good. I was completely disappointed by Bloodrose so if Rise doesnt hold up I won't be reading anymore of her books. "
— Amanda, 12/17/2013 -
" So very good.....I think Alistair's a giant creep "
— Celeste, 12/14/2013 -
" Wow. Just... There are no words to describe this book. I loved diving into the world of mystery and seeing how the world from the nightshade series came to be. I couldn't put the book down and now I'm aching to go out and buy the next book in this incredible prequel series!! :) "
— Shelbi, 12/4/2013 -
" This book is totally addictive:) i fell in love with Ember. I would recommend this book to anyone:):) "
— Sarah, 11/24/2013 -
" This was such an amazing read. Love the triangle between Alistair, Ember and Barrow. I would have never guessed who would have turned bad!! Anxiously awaiting Rise! "
— Holly, 8/8/2013 -
" This was soo good but other than a few names I have no idea how this is connected to Nightshade! AAAAA totally love the romance! "
— Marji, 7/30/2013 -
" Very well written! Addicting! Great series! "
— Kaleigh, 7/1/2013 -
" not a lot happening here... a long book that only covers about 3 weeks, plot barely unfolds before you hit the cliff hanger end... I found myself nervous and anxious by about 2/3 of the way through and it failed to be resolved - definitely not up to par with her first series... "
— Lindy, 3/3/2013 -
" i loved this as much as the main series that this is a prequel to. the relationship between ember and barrow remind me of the relationship between rose and dimitri from vampire academy which made me love the book even more. ^_^ "
— Bibliophile, 10/8/2012 -
" I oh my gosh. I really liked this book. The format was something different I the story line a plot was fab! I can't wait for RISE!! "
— Stephanie, 8/15/2012
About Andrea Cremer
Andrea Cremer is a New York Times and international bestselling author. She spent her childhood daydreaming while roaming the forests and lakeshores of Northern Wisconsin. She now lives in Manhattan, but at heart she will always be a small town girl.
About Sile Bermingham
Sile Bermingham began her acting career in theater in her native Dublin before moving to New York to attend HB Studios. Theater credits include Loot, Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolfe, Remembrance, A Touch of the Poet, A Woman of No Importance, and Crimes and Crimes, among many others. An avid reader and lover of stories, Sile has read the works of Maeve Binchy, Cecilia Ahern, and Joanne Harris.