Review Rating: 5 Stars
Reviewed by Rabia Tanveer for Readers’ Favorite
‘To Take Away His Voice’ is the first book in the ‘The Shadow Lord’s Son’ series by Voron Forest.
Brannan Marec Mavrenn, a Master Bard, was living a fulfilling life playing his harp when it all changed. One eventful day, a childhood friend, Mara, was accused of witchcraft by her husband Samir, Warlord of Torrent Mountain. Brannan helped her escape, and because of that crime, he was enslaved and imprisoned. Tormented by physical violence and sexual suppression, Brannan had no idea if he would ever get out of this mess. However, things changed when Samir discovered a threat that could destroy the whole planet. Brannan’s shocking secret was revealed, and his innocence was proven. As love blossomed between the two, he was tasked by Samir to find out what the threat was and where it was coming from. Joining him on his journey was Nijal, an Alsar Guardian, and Geraint, an old warrior. Brannan the Bard had all the reasons to find his way back home to Samir.
But would he?
This book isn’t for everyone. It has dark themes that some might not enjoy or feel comfortable
reading. With that being said, the story was entertaining, to say the least. Samir was a hard man to love, and honestly, I couldn’t truly understand Brannan until later in the story when their relationship developed. Apart from the erotic nature of the story, the plot was good, and the world-building was impeccable. Samir’s character development was great. He changed from a brutal man to someone who loved Brannan dearly. The mystery behind Brannan’s secret and how it was revealed was exciting, and the narrative did justice to it! If you enjoy erotica with darker tones, you will love this series