tfrohock's review
I just wanted to pop in and say thanks for all of the reviews and ratings for the novellas!
For those of you who enjoyed IN MIDNIGHT'S SILENCE, you might like the sequels: WITHOUT LIGHT OR GUIDE, which continues Diago's story, as well as the conclusion of the novellas, THE SECOND DEATH.
I wrote the novellas like the old radio serials from the 1940s with each story having a beginning, a middle, and an end. However, when you read the novellas back-to-back, they read very much like a novel.
A brand new Los Nefilim novel is OUT NOW: [b:Where Oblivion Lives|38376051|Where Oblivion Lives (Los Nefilim, #4)|T. Frohock|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1529705789s/38376051.jpg|60039113]. The novel was great fun to write, because I could go more in more depth about Los Nefilim and their history. I hope you'll check it out.
For those of you who enjoyed IN MIDNIGHT'S SILENCE, you might like the sequels: WITHOUT LIGHT OR GUIDE, which continues Diago's story, as well as the conclusion of the novellas, THE SECOND DEATH.
I wrote the novellas like the old radio serials from the 1940s with each story having a beginning, a middle, and an end. However, when you read the novellas back-to-back, they read very much like a novel.
A brand new Los Nefilim novel is OUT NOW: [b:Where Oblivion Lives|38376051|Where Oblivion Lives (Los Nefilim, #4)|T. Frohock|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1529705789s/38376051.jpg|60039113]. The novel was great fun to write, because I could go more in more depth about Los Nefilim and their history. I hope you'll check it out.
mikey_ez's review
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I really loved this book. I think it's flown under the radar, but it has an interesting magic system, great world-building and a very strong core m/m relationship. Very quick, fast-paced read. Excited to read the rest of the series.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Kidnapping and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Death, Sexual assault, Death of parent, and Violence
suncani's review
4.0
This was a great book to read. The writing was lovely and I really liked Diago as a character. While short, the story is well paced and you get a real sense of the characters and the world they live in. I can't wait to explore more of this world as well as find out more about Diago and Miguel's past.
barb4ry1's review
3.0
Set in 1931 Spain, Im Midnight’s Silence focuses on Diago, a half-daimon, half-angel being working for Los Nefilim - an organisation bringing together and employing the offspring of angels and daimons. Consider them the soldiers of higher angels. Each Los Nefilim member has a special power that comes with a price. The music-based magic / power felt fresh and unique.
Frohock’s angels are a bunch of scheming bastards who will stop at nothing to reach their goals. Diago and his partner Miquel are a queer couple. They, mostly, trust each other but have to face a lot of challenges when Diago Discovers he has a son, Rafael, with an angel who had seduced him using her magic.
I try to keep my novella’s reviews short, so let’s get straight to the business. Frohock’s writing is lyrical and has a nice flow. Her characters feel realised and nicely fleshed out. Plus, you have angels, daimons, their trysts and an interesting mythos. If you’re into romance and (immortal) family drama, go for it. I’m not and I didn’t care about Diago and Miquel’s arcs. Rafael did little to warm my heart, but again, I’ll be in minority.
I think it’s a good book, but read by a wrong reader (me).
Frohock’s angels are a bunch of scheming bastards who will stop at nothing to reach their goals. Diago and his partner Miquel are a queer couple. They, mostly, trust each other but have to face a lot of challenges when Diago Discovers he has a son, Rafael, with an angel who had seduced him using her magic.
I try to keep my novella’s reviews short, so let’s get straight to the business. Frohock’s writing is lyrical and has a nice flow. Her characters feel realised and nicely fleshed out. Plus, you have angels, daimons, their trysts and an interesting mythos. If you’re into romance and (immortal) family drama, go for it. I’m not and I didn’t care about Diago and Miquel’s arcs. Rafael did little to warm my heart, but again, I’ll be in minority.
I think it’s a good book, but read by a wrong reader (me).
imyril's review
adventurous
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.5
Gosh I found this awkwardly told and under developed. The world building is muddled, the plot is rushed, the characters potentially intriguing but there’s entirely too much Basil Exposition.
The setting has huge potential and I like that the story starts with an established (gay) couple; but the novella itself left me absolutely cold.
The whole thing works only to set up stories to come, but I probably wouldn’t continue if I weren’t obliged to read more as part of the awards judging.
The setting has huge potential and I like that the story starts with an established (gay) couple; but the novella itself left me absolutely cold.
The whole thing works only to set up stories to come, but I probably wouldn’t continue if I weren’t obliged to read more as part of the awards judging.
robin616's review
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Gore
Minor: Rape, Homophobia, and Death of parent
evavroslin's review
5.0
"In Midnight's Silence," the first book of the Los Nefilim series, by Teresa Frohock, was a wonderful treat. I loved what she did with angels and demons (called "daimons") and the rules that govern both sides. Her protagonist, Diago, is one I easily rooted for. There were a lot of elements I liked about the story and how it played out with such suspense.
It's unique, original, and has a distinct flavour that I can't wait to read more of. If you enjoys angels and demons in urban fantasy, you'll want to check out "In Midnight's Silence."
It's unique, original, and has a distinct flavour that I can't wait to read more of. If you enjoys angels and demons in urban fantasy, you'll want to check out "In Midnight's Silence."
daaan's review
2.0
It's a good feat of imagination, but I didn't really find the writing compelling. What struck me was how direct everything came across, specifically thoughts and emotions, of particular note the way Diago discusses his sexuality, it didn't resonate or feel important, it felt like a fact you might tell someone like what you had for breakfast. Moments of high drama were just skimmed through, like the confrontation of Moloch. There was the potential for good drama throughout it, but it was rushed, the setup and payoff were too close, the tension never built enough to be noticeable on the release. This could have been good, but as it stands it isn't.
tien's review
4.0
Angels is far from being a favourite of mine in fiction BUT I might just change my mind now. In Midnight’s Silence is a dark fast-paced novella incorporating angels, daimons, music, sacrifice and love set in beautiful Spain. I keep having images of men in white flowing shirts (they don’t actually wear “flowing shirts” in the book but… what I see in my head is my prerogative!) playing guitars and gorgeous ladies doing the flamenco.
I love these characters with all their faults & strengths. Their world within world with its layered complexity of ancient heritage and hierarchy where nothing seems to be what they appear to be. The plot was tight in structure and very intriguing. In Midnight’s Silence just grabbed you on the spot and will not let go. It was a terrific single-sitting spine-tingling read and I can’t wait for the next instalment.
I love these characters with all their faults & strengths. Their world within world with its layered complexity of ancient heritage and hierarchy where nothing seems to be what they appear to be. The plot was tight in structure and very intriguing. In Midnight’s Silence just grabbed you on the spot and will not let go. It was a terrific single-sitting spine-tingling read and I can’t wait for the next instalment.
fluka's review
4.0
A good bit of historical horror fantasy, setting angels and demons and their progeny in the lead up to WW2 and the Spanish Civil War. There's a lot of world building and character work to cram into less than a hundred and fifty pages, and I find myself wishing the story had more room to spread out and breathe. But Frohock tells a complete, satisfying storing with good characters, with a mature appeal similar to her excellent debut Miserere.