The Kiss of the Nightingale at Ali Denner
Rating: 4/5
Release Date: 10 October 2024

Set in a city where gems bestow unique talents upon their owners through generations of blood magic, "The Kiss of the Nightingale" follows Cleodora's journey. Destined to inherit her father's tailoring talent, tragedy strikes when he unexpectedly passes away, taking his talent gem with him. With a sick sister to care for, Cleo is desperate for a solution. When offered a singing talent gem by Dahlia, she eagerly accepts, unaware of the strings attached. Tasked with stealing a talent gem from Vicomte Lenoir, Cleo's mission becomes complicated as she grows closer to him, questioning her allegiance to Dahlia.

This captivating tale explores Cleo's adjustment to her newfound talent while navigating the complex dynamics of the Opera house. As she forms new alliances and grapples with her loyalty to her sister, Cleo discovers the true extent of Dahlia's influence and the risks involved in defying her.

With its blend of action, romance, and betrayal, "The Kiss of the Nightingale" is a quick, thrilling read that immerses readers in a world of magic and intrigue.

Thank you so much to NetGalley, Dialogue Books, and the author, Ali Denner, for providing me with an ARC copy in exchange for an honest and fair review.

Title: The Kiss of the Nightingale by Adi Denner

Release Date: October, 10th, 2024


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In "The Kiss of the Nightingale," set in an alternative historical Paris in 1890, Talents are prized gems bestowing extraordinary abilities. Cleodora dreams of inheriting her father's Tailoring Talent but is left with a struggling dress shop and a sick sister when he dies. Lady Dahlia offers Cleodora a Singing Talent, but she must steal an Elite Talent from the Lenoir family in return. As Cleodora becomes the city's nightingale, she finds herself torn between Dahlia and the enigmatic Vicomte Lenoir, risking everything for freedom and love.

"The Kiss of the Nightingale" takes readers on a captivating journey filled with romance, magic, and intrigue.

Cleo, embarks on a compelling adventure as she navigates her newfound Talent while confronting her past and familial obligations.

With its fast-paced plot brimming with action, romance, and betrayal, this story kept me hooked until the very end. The vibrant setting, especially the enchanting opera house scenes, immerses readers in the world of the story, while the meticulously crafted magic system enhances the alternate historical backdrop of France.

Music and fashion elements add depth to the narrative, reflecting the author's passion and attention to detail.

"The Kiss of the Nightingale" offers an enchanting and immersive reading experience that will captivate fans of fantasy and romance.


Thank you to The Publisher Dialogue Books | Renegade Books ,The Author Adi Denner & NetGalley for an advanced reader copy (ARC) in exchange for my honest review.