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Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) Kindle Edition

by Sarah Chislon (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars 111 ratings
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Ladies don’t shame their families.

Ladies don’t confront Otherwordly threats.

Ladies certainly don’t admit some taint of the fae has touched their souls—unless they wish to find themselves confined to an Institution.

Gently-bred herbalist Jessa Caldwell is trying to be a lady. She conceals her true nature amongst her plants and her sketches—where she can almost shut out the whispers she alone hears. But a threat to her beloved aunt forces her from the comfort of home to a town perilously near an Otherworldly Crossing, with its ever-present risk of fae incursions.

To protect her aunt and the townsfolk she comes to care for, she must uncover the individual responsible for a series of increasingly dangerous attacks—but to find this saboteur will require embracing the part of herself she fears most, an act that could cost her dearly. In a world where Vigilists lock up fae-touched mortals, Jessa must decide if she’s willing to risk exposing her true nature to obtain the truth and protect those she loves.

Whispers in the Waters, a gaslamp fantasy novella, serves as the prequel to Tattoo of Crimson, the first book in the Blood of the Fae series. If you like quick-minded heroines who solve cases with logic and intuition, Otherworldly intrigues, and beautiful yet deadly fae, then you’ll love this mystery set in a world of manners and mythical monsters.
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"This deftly-written book ... packs an immersive punch with vivid descriptions and enticing plot-lines." - Storygraph

A beautifully written story, Whispers in the Waters is a fantasy journey that blends magic, a lovely setting, layered characters, and a strong voice. - Readers' Favorite Reviews

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0BFXFB7MW
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Wings of the Wind Press (September 27, 2022)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 27, 2022
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1779 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 180 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1958755001
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars 111 ratings

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Sarah Chislon

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Sarah Chislon lives in Virginia with her husband and three daughters. When she’s not writing, she’s homeschooling her children and running a web development business with her husband. As an avid reader and a lifelong story-weaver, she delights in creating fantastic worlds and exploring them alongside her characters.

To find out more about her, visit sarahchislon.com.

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Maria Schneider
5.0 out of 5 stars Delightful!!!
Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2023
I saw some reviews say this was short, but I didn't feel that way at all. There is a short novella on Sarah Chislon's blog/website that is quite good and last I checked it was free. It's worth stopping over there and picking it up either way. I love Sarah's stories. I don't really think they are cozy fantasy except maybe this first one. Mostly for me they are epic fantasy with twists and turns and some really great plotting. I've read all of them now and am anxiously awaiting the next book. The main gets smarter and braver throughout each book. I love the growth and how she comes to accept who she is although she fights it out of fear. The Regency setting and the consequences is very well done.
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Callie
4.0 out of 5 stars Short tale
Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2023
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This Novella gave me a taste of Jessas' world that makes me want more! For the book being so short I found the detail and mystery that Jessa solves to be engaging. Jessa is relatable in her instinct to protect her family and others around her. I loved the touch of magic added. With the fae-touched, I found it similar to how ladies were prosecuted back in the day for being mentally insane. I can't wait to read the first book in the series Tattoo of Crimson (Blood of the Fae series).
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Christine Smith
3.0 out of 5 stars A clever mix of Regency fiction, mystery, and fae!
Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2024
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The tale follows Jessa Caldwell, a young lady who far prefers spending time with plants than society, except she can hear the plants whisper, can feel things that are far too Otherworldly, and admitting to such abilities could cause her to be hauled away by the dreaded Vigil. But when her aunt becomes entangled in threats and dangers involving mysterious happenings at an old mill, Jessa has to step out of her comfort zone and face her worst fears to protect her aunt and save a family from ruin.

This was such a cozy read. It's fairly quiet and thoughtful and slow paced, but I came to love Jessa and her deep loyalty, love for others, and willingness to face her greatest fears at immense danger to herself. She was an admirable and relatable character, and I enjoyed following her along as she took action to solve the mystery at the mill.

The story was a mix of mystery, Regency fiction, with a delightful dose of fantasy all intertwined. I loved the seamless way the Otherworldly aspects were weaved into the Regency setting, and I am very excited to explore more of the dangerous fae world and continue following along dear Jessa's story.
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Leigh
5.0 out of 5 stars Color me intrigued
Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2023
Jessa tries hard to fit in to what society expects of her. A proper lady shouldn’t have secrets but her father has taught her how to keep her peculiar quality hidden. Being fae-touched comes with consequences and she only hears the whispers when she is having an extreme emotional response to something so she obviously isn’t fae-touched. Being curious is also frowned upon but she is able to follow this passion due to her artistic talents and reading. When her Aunt Caris receives a letter that makes her act unusual, she knows that something is amiss. She is able to use her intellect to convince her aunt she should accompany her to a town close to a Crossing where she would be close to the Otherworld. Yes, she is worried about the whispers but she has those under control and wants to give back to the person who helped raise her. Her aunt agrees but hides information from Jessa which makes her personal objective hard to accomplish. Once in Milburn, she learns about the troubles of Melle and the odd happenings at her mill. When more and more odd things keep happening and the person being accused doesn’t seem to fit the bill, she is even more determined to discover what is happening. But doing so may cause her to follow the whispers and realize a hard truth she has ignored for a very long time.

Victorian era values and technology but set in a slightly different world than our own, Jessa is somewhat of an outcast that we can connect with. She is someone who tries to fit with the values she knows she has to display but deep down doesn’t sit well with. She has struggles but ultimately wants to help. Jessa is a strong willed, intelligent, but quiet person I can easily find myself getting lost with. This story helped to get me out of my reading slump, it was quick and kept me engaged and I am eagerly awaiting to read the next installment.
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Dahnielle Hibbert
4.0 out of 5 stars Still Waters Run Deep
Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2023
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While this book started off somewhat slow it did pick up and managed to capture my interest. The characters are well developed and mostly likable. The storyline has some twists, turns, mystery, and fantasy. For a prequel I found this a great beginning and look forward to reading the next. While this author is new to me I very much enjoyed her writing style. If you like fantasy and Fae novels this series is for you.
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Holly
5.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable fae mystery
Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2023
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This is a cozy fantasy fae mystery that was a joy to read. This prequel novella perfectly sets the world in which Jessa and her family exist. Jessa is a well written character and a bit of an intriguing mystery of her own. I look forward to see how she will lend her unique skills to further mysteries.
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Mae
3.0 out of 5 stars Victorian Inspired Fae Lore Story of Mystery!
Reviewed in the United States on January 18, 2023
The journey that the Victorian lady Jessa takes with her Guardian to the town of Middlebury under the mysterious favor called in by her Aunts friend makes the reader curious to see what happens. The mystery continues when they arrive and a dramatic scene unfolds that doesn't make Jessa any less suspicious of her Aunt's past and secrets. Ladies are supposed to be demure and uncurious, and Jessa is finding it hard to live by tenants of being a lady if saving her loved one is on the line!

This story is really well written and the imagery put forth by the author is phenomenal! I enjoyed the Fae Lore that went into this novel and not just the bits and pieces that get placed in the genre. It was very refreshing. The novel is short and to the point, but feel that there could've been more movement in the story than increased imagery for the character. It felt like walking into a movie that already started and you were picking pieces along the way. (This makes sense as it is a prequel to the series.) I am intrigued by the Blood Fae series and seeing what the main saga contains for me, just so I see why the build-up.
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Rebeca
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantasy Prequel in a Period Setting
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 18, 2023
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The is a short prequel which seems to prepare us for the later series by introducing the main character Jessa and allows us to get to know her as the story progresses. We come to know her secrets and fears and her past and leaves us speculating what will happen next. Jessa’s compassion and concerns make her a relatable character and her relationships with those around her feel real to me.
I thought the world created was well-written and the combination of the more unique fae elements with the better known and ‘real’ world was captivating. I enjoyed the period setting and how the pressures of societal norms incorporated the fantasy (fae) side of things. It was clear to me that this prequel only dipped its toe into the waters of the world building and character development, and I am keen to read more about Jessa and the challenges she faces.
I look forward to reading the rest of this series and can see it becoming a favourite of mine if this book is anything to go on!
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KatrinaE
3.0 out of 5 stars Interesting Prequel
Reviewed in Canada on January 15, 2023
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This is the prequel to “Tattoo of Crimson” and it was an interesting look into Jessa’s character. She is struggling with concerns she is fae-touched which is a sentence to an asylum if anyone finds out. She accompanies her aunt to visit a friend and has to decide if the potential risk of using her abilities is worth the reward of helping the family of her aunt’s friend.

The story is a bit slow at times, but it allows for time to really get to know Jessa, and I enjoyed the mystery. I loved Jade as well.
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JennyG
4.0 out of 5 stars An Enjoyable and Engaging Fantasy Novella
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 18, 2023
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Whispers in the Waters (Blood of the Fae) by Sarah Chilson
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This is an enjoyable and engaging novella, in which Jessa Caldwell is a gently-bred herbalist, who is trying to be a lady whilst concealing her true nature. Jessa spends her days with her plants doing sketches, but only she knows that she hears whispers. When her beloved aunt is threatened, Jessa travels to a town which is dangerously close to an Otherworldly Crossing, where there is an ever-present risk of fae incursions. In order for her aunt to be protected, Jessa must find the individual who is responsible for a series of dangerous attacks. However, it means embracing the part of herself that she keeps hidden out of fear of her true nature being exposed. Jessa lives in a world where Vigilists lock up fae-touched mortals, but if she’s to discover the truth and protect her love ones she will have to take that risk. This short read is a prequel to a new series, and it sets up the storyline and characters well. I enjoyed the mystery element which kept me hooked, and the setting was brought to life by the descriptive narrative. Jessa is a great heroine and I look forward to reading about more of her adventures.
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