Thanks to Netgalley and Berkley for providing me with an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.

Seriously, Nalini, when are we getting Illium and Aodhan. ARE we getting Illium and Aodhan? The suspense is killing me. Now we're getting Illium's MOM before we get Illium??? *sigh*

Bitterness in regards to who the book is about aside, this was another good entry into the series. I've liked Titus in the other books, so I was interested in where his story would go. I also adore Sharine/The Hummingbird. We got more of her backstory and why she was broken, and we got to see her as she closes some of those wounds and allows them to heal.

I didn't feel like there was a bad guy in this one or something that needed resolving other than the relationship building, so I couldn't give it five stars.

Overall, I enjoy this series, this world, and the characters I've grown to love. But I do so desperately want to know if we will get Illium and Aodhan... together.

I didn't know that I needed a story about Titus, the Archangel of Africa, and Sharine, the Hummingbird, but they absolutely blew me away and are now one of my favorite couples from the Guild War series. Titus' territory is being overrun by the diseased undead created by two, now dead, archangels, and Sharine is sent to help where she can. Sharine is regaining her sense of self after centuries locked in her own mind by tragedy and is definitely not the weak lady Titus expects. Both Titus and Sharine featured in previous Guild War books, so it was great to see their characters fleshed out in their own story. Their romance built slowly and realistically as they dealt with the zombie-esque threat and finding a cure before the disease spread to the angels.

Although this book could be read as a stand-alone, I think it would be best enjoyed read in series order. Nalini Singh writes excellent romance but also does a wonderful job creating worlds that seem believable and consistently thought out.

Full review to be published online in late November.

ARCHANGEL'S SUN not exactly what I'd call a filler book, as the overall arc of the current storyline moved somewhat forward; but it definitely wasn't very deep. First and foremost this was pretty much a straight romance. A good one, mind you, but different in tone from most of the previous books in this series. It caught me a little off guard, because it was more like what you'd find in Singh's Psy/Changeling series.

It was good to see the Hummingbird come back to life after her horrific past, and Titus was a good male lead. A warrior with a tender side. I'm ready for the series to get back on track, though.

Where do I even begin? We've heard all through the series about The Hummingbird and we saw her sort of "coming to" in the last book with Rafael and Elena when The Hummingbird was asked to take over being the resident angel at Lumia. I was so hoping we'd get to see The Hummingbird's story and THANK YOU Nalini for granting that wish--in a most extraordinary way!
I absolutely LOVE Sharine. She is such an unexpected delight and to watch her come back to herself, with tons of snark and giving 0 F***s what anyone, including a certain loud, gruff Archangel, has to say. Can I be Sharine when I grow up (as I say close to my 40s lol)?! Even early on in Archangel's Sun I knew Sharine would be another badass in the Guild Hunter world and Nalini delivered. I can't wait to see Sharine grow more into the angel she's always meant to be and what powers she may show. No wonder Bluebell is who he is....and um, can we have his story or at least Aodhan's soon? *GRIN*

Thank you for the opportunity to review!

I was interested to see where this series went as the previous novel ended the big confrontation that had been the overarching big bad. I really liked that we got to see The Hummingbird come into her own and a look into Titus' territory. It took me a little longer to get into this one, because I did know that the major villain was defeated, but it was still a really great read!

Naljini Singh takes us on another wild ride, this time thru Africa. Archangel Titus needs help ridding Africa of the reborn. The other Archangels are either trying to repair their own territory or have gone into sleep. Archangel Raphael asks the hereto for most fragile angel Lady Sharine, aka the hummingbird. In other stories she is talked about as mentally fragile.
Lady Sharine proves to be everything but fragile. We discover who she really was and how she became lost in her own world. Titus has heard the stories throughout angelkind and treats her as a treasured guest when he really needs a soldier to help.
Titus discovers there is far more to Lady Sharine than her sharp wit and tongue. Intelligent, strong handy with a blade are just a few of her skills.
The pair fall in love with each other as they work to eradicate the reborn and a special surprise the Archangel of Africa left behind.

Another winner from Nalini Singh. It was a joy to read. Love how the series is developing. Well Done.👏👏👏

It was so easy for me to fall in love with Titus and The Hummingbird. They are probably one of my most favorite couples in this world. I’m incredibly happy that the author decided to write a story about them.

Titus is such a big and endearing character, with his booming voice and hearty laughter. I love his no-nonsense attitude, and overall frankness. And although he is the very opposite of The Hummingbird, she was just the right person for him.

So far, The Hummingbird has always been known as one of the most cherished artists in the angel world, but also for someone who was very much stuck in her own world. So, it was a wonderful surprise to see her enjoying life, and spreading her wings. Because underneath it all she is strong, witty, smart, and a fresh breeze that blew Titus of his pedestal.

OMG I can’t say enough how much I enjoyed these two. There was so much back and forth between them. Wonderful interaction between two very different personalities, one blunt and the other gentle. And I just adored them. Especially loved how they complemented each other without realizing it. Their love story is one for the books, literally!

last thoughts:

Although I LOVED the couple, really LOVED THEM!!!! the first half of the book was much more focused on backstory, more telling than showing. There was less action, and I felt that the actual plot only started in the second half.

The real treat, or my favorite part of the book, was the second half when I felt the couple finally came together and worked as a team. Their interactions became even more vibrant and engaging, and the story was unputdownable.

Another fantastic entry into the Guild Hunter world. With the world trying to recover after the Archangel’s War, the continent of Africa has many problems for Archangel Titus to handle alone. When Sharine, the artist known as The Hummingbird, is asked to help battle the dangerous threat of intelligent reborn, no one knows what to expect including Sharine. After spending decades within a kaleidoscope of her broken mind, she rises to the challenge and catches the eye of Titus. As she works with Titus to face the evil left behind by defeated foes, Sharine is struggling to understand the fractures in herself and how to move forward in her life. I found Sharine to be the most relatable angel in the series as her deep desire to understand her life and her choices makes her take charge at this point in her long life and truly live. I was mesmerized by Archangel’s Sun as Sharine and Titus find out who they truly as beneath the titles and what they can mean to each other for the rest of eternity.

While "Archangel’s War" was an epic conclusion to a major story arc, Singh’s latest looks at the clean-up from the war, various strains of the reborn still terrorize the world—with Africa the hardest hit. The Archangel of Africa needs all the help he can get, yet for some reason the Cadre has sent him The Hummingbird—an almost mythical ancient said to be living out of time, a dreamy artist shattered by an event in her past. Except Lady Sharine, isn’t at all what he believed. No longer fractured and now determined to live in the present, she is becoming the woman she was always meant to be—powerful, wise, and dangerous. The banter is fun, the inside look at Sharine’s fracture and healing is insightful. Even after all these books, I’m still fascinated by the world and characters Singh has created.

Was so happy to get a book involving the Hummingbird, aka Lady Sharine. I'm always happy to read any book in this series, but these two characters made it especially great. They were both such an interesting combination that up until now were fairly obscure side characters at best. I really enjoyed how Lady Sharine broke out of her shell despite her tragic backstory.

First of all, I felt super conflicted about whether or not to share a quote from Archangel’s Sun. Ultimately, I decided not to, because it didn’t feel right—not when we are yet months from release. However, that doesn’t mean I didn’t highlight the hell out of this book. It’s so quotable. Emotive, timely, funny, and wise. I have passages highlighted that fit those descriptors, and more besides. Because guys, this is Nalini Singh at her best .

Truly, I loved this book. More so, perhaps, because Archangel’s Prophecy and Archangel’s War were laden with seeping darkness and this one is bathed in titular sun, and in hope. But also because it showcases, once again, Ms. Singh’s incomparable world-building, her capacity for understanding and translating our current climate into this fictional one, her ability to create diverse and strong and beautiful romances that are pulsating with wit and with heart.

Archangel’s Sun was cool, clear water to refresh and revive following exhausting battle and devastating blows. I grinned from ear to damn ear at times—such was the vaunted charm of Archangel Titus and the unexpected everything of Lady Sharine. I cringed and raged at the haunting echoes of the past. My heart fluttered at the little moments—vulnerabilities shown, caresses and advice and honesty given and received—and palpitated at the idea of all that’s still to come in the Guild Hunter world. All the stories yet to be told—and the ones *cough Galen & Jessamy* on which we need to be updated.

Yes, I read Archangel’s Sun almost immediately upon receiving it. No, I don’t regret it. Because that means I have plenty of time for a re-read or two before release. And then, of course, another re-read when my preorder hits—because how else will I transfer all my highlights over?!

Another enjoyable book by Singh! I loved the chance to get to know two different characters. I wish it would have been longer!

So bloody good! I don't know how Nalini Singh continues to raise the bar with each book!
I was a bit disappointed when I heard who the book would be about as I had hoped for more Raphael and Elena. Despite that I was intrigued to learn more about the Hummingbird.
Archangel's Sun is an action-packed, slow burn romance with a bit of an opposites-attract trope. It was a pure delight to follow Sharine on her journey to come back into her own, and see her confuse and exasperate Titus. Their chemistry sizzled and their dialogue is a lot of fun.
At times I would have liked a little bit more romance and less action, however it did not diminish my enjoyment of the book.
I cannot wait to discover who will be in book 14 and this book doesn't even release until November;).

The mystery of the Hummingbird is revealed. It’s lovely to read as she breaks free of her bonds and grows into herself. Titus, one of my favorite archangels shines with generosity, courage, charm and more. It was a pleasure to “watch” their relationship grow. Can’t wait for more.

Titus the Archangel of Africa and Sharine the Hummingbird are cleaning Africa of the reborn undead when they find an undead angel, anathema to the angels. Since the archangels defeated Lijuan Archangel of China they and their followers have been cleansing their territories of infections. In Archangel's Sun, within the Guildhunter's series Sharine and Titus learn to understand each other in a new angelic relationship. Enjoy this intriguing paranormal adventure.

When Nalini Singh announced that this book is about Titus and Sharine, I’m pretty sure jaws dropped around the globe. What a fantastic surprise, to learn more about both and see them surprise each other by falling. I really enjoyed the relationship development between the two as they get to know each other and set aside their assumptions while their attraction deepens.
Series readers will know that the Hummingbird, Sharine, is Illium’s mother and she helped raise Raphael and Aodhan as well. She’s considered fragile because she was damaged by an unknown event and she flits in and out of memories and the present. That event is explained in the book as we learn about how Sharine is recovering (basically from something like PTSD). It has been a year since the last book, and she’s been steadily acting as Guardian of Lumia, a city in the north, until she goes south to Titus’ stronghold. She is with Titus to help him discover more about the reborn that are steadily growing throughout the continent of Africa.
Titus is a warrior archangel who embraces the joys of life and known for his booming voice. He has been spending all of his time fighting the reborn and protecting what people he can after cleaning up the mess left behind in the previous book. Joy is in short supply amongst the casualties and exhaustion.
There are many horrors (including to babies and children), in the aftermath of global war and fighting the reborn who are slaughtering entire villages. Sharine is searching to see if there is any potential cure for the reborn or if there’s information available about how they were created.
I liked the use of letters in various chapters that also told of their individual history and demonstrated character development. It also spoke to how many years of correspondence by and about them exist. Because the main characters are both angels, readers also get a deeper understanding of angelic history and politics. It was really well balanced and never felt like info dump. Nalini Singh’s worldbuilding skills are so fantastic, and Archangel’s Sun continues to show that. I look forward to seeing where she’ll take us next.