Slow burn, but spicy. A classic fantasy. Writing was done perfectly and was easy to follow. Characters are likable. Definitely an upcoming fan favorite

This is an excellent and absolutely First installment in a magical and explosive new fantasy series. I've had the pleasure of being to listen to all three of the books and they are immpeccably narrated and action-packed.

I had been so excited to read this book, and I loved the beginning. Unfortunately, it really started to drag, the plot all but vanished, and I struggled to finish it. I am hoping that the second book revives my interest in the series.

I absolutely loved The Stars are Dying by Chloe C. Penaranda! From the very first chapter, I was completely pulled into this world of stunning imagery, intricate magic, and unforgettable characters. The story is a perfect blend of heart-pounding adventure and deeply emotional moments, and I found myself unable to stop listening because I had to know what would happen next. Chloe’s writing is lyrical and immersive—every scene feels like it’s painted with emotion, and the relationships between the characters are so rich and compelling that I felt every heartbreak, triumph, and twist right alongside them.

The narrators deserve so much praise for this audiobook. The characters are brought to life with incredible nuance, giving each one a distinct voice and personality. The emotion infused into the performance amplifies every scene, making me hold my breath as the story unfolded. The heart of the story is slowly revealed, and that makes the listening experience absolutely unforgettable.

This is one of those rare audiobooks that feels like pure magic—a perfect marriage of incredible storytelling and brilliant narration. I highly recommend it to anyone who loves beautifully written fantasy, strong and complex characters, and a story that lingers with you long after you’ve finished. I’m already excited to dive into the next installment!

I love all things vampires so I was excited for this audiobook! The characters immediately drew me in and kept me into the book. I feel you have to be in a mood for a book that changes a lot or feeling like a hybrid genre audiobook. The has strong characters to bring you through the story. The narration by Corvin King and Jacci Prior was amazing. The changes in POV where well defined drawing me directly back into the new POV. I'm so excited for the next book in the series! Thank you for this ARC!

I was only able to get about 70% through this book after multiple tries.

Unfortunately the story felt very stilted and hard to follow. I think it just wasn't the story for me.

4.25

I am so grateful to have recieved an audio ARC for this read! This was a highly anticipated read for me, and it did not disappoint! The MMC's love for the FMC was believable, and their passion was electric. While there are some on-page intimate acts, this would be something that I feel a 16/17 y/o would be mature enough to read, keeping in mind the other themes and trigger warnings for this book.

I will say that the themes of vampires/nightwalkers, dark vrs light magic, mortals vrs the gods, and forbidden/hidden romance are all a part of this book. There are also trigger warnings for amenisha used as a plot device, a controlling/abusive partner (including some borderline non-con/submission for survival acts), and an on-page death also takes place.

I found that the book itself had similar elements to some of my other recent reads, but in many cases, I was enjoying the events, world-building, and writing style better than some of my past reads. I am looking forward to getting my hands on book 2 and then book 3 in December when it is released!

adventurous, dar,k emotional, mysterious, tense, medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

Really tried to get into this book but unfortunately it just sort of dragged for me and I had to DNF.

I flew through this audiobook. There is just something about Chloe’s writing that really does it for me and I will pick up any of her books every single time.

Nyte is my favorite! Is he a walking red flag, yes; but he is also charismatic and has big shadow daddy energy. If you love character’s like Azriel and Rhys from SJM’s books or character’s from Carissa Broadbent’s books, you will love him too.

Astraea was really put through the wringer, that woman went through a lot. While I understand all the trauma she went through and her circumstances, there were still times where I found myself annoyed with her naivety. She actually reminded me a lot of Auren from the Plated Prisoner series and the way she was written in Gild.

I cannot wait for the second book and to see how the story continues.

I thoroughly enjoyed this audiobook!! The storyline was very intriguing and i think it was an interesting take on paranormal/fantasy. The character dynamic was super good and the romance was to die for!!

The Stars Are Dying by Chloe C. Peñaranda is an engaging fantasy novel filled with romance and mystery. The story follows Astraea, a young woman with no memory of her past, who uncovers secrets in a world full of vampires and magical beings. As she grows closer to Nyte, a mysterious figure, the romance builds slowly, adding to the intrigue. While some parts of the story feel a bit unclear, the emotional depth and strong character connections make it a fun read for fantasy lovers.

Book received for free through NetGalley

I liked the idea of this book but after starting and stopping only got 75% through. The published date has already past so I wanted to submit a review for what I listened to so far. Written and read well; just not my cup of tea.

This book has been written a hundred times, a hundred different ways: Human girl faces trial to save the realm, but surprise! - she’s not human! She’s actually had magical lineage this whole time. Of course there’s a broody, shadowy male who she shouldn’t be attracted to but her body can’t help it.

I was drawn to the cover and synopsis, but that’s were the story fell flat after I started reading. I did listen to the audio format, and although the performance by Corvin King and
Jacci Prior was great, I never connected to the story.

*many thanks to Macmillan Audio and Netgalley for the gifted copy for review

I really like this book but I felt like things were a little repetitive from other popular books and not unique enough for this book. I liked the characters and world building!

3 Stars

This one ended up falling a little flat for me. I had a hard time getting into it and paying attention. I love audiobooks and the narrator was great it just wasn't one of my favorites.

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the opportunity to listen to this book.

Thank you to the publishers, author and NetGalley for the free copy of this audio book.

This one fell a little flat for me unfortunately. Not a bad listen, just wasn't quite what I was expecting and the pacing felt a little slow but with a lot going on at the same time!

Thank you Netgalley and Macmillan Audio!
I was excited to try out this story but unfortunately, it ended up not being for me. I struggled to get into the story; I felt it took a while for the book to pick up and I struggled to stay engaged with the narration. Sad I didn't end up loving it as it's such an interesting premise.

The audiobook was just not for me. I could not follow along well with all the jumping around. I will probably pick the book up in paperback and give it another try.

The Stars are Dying is the perfect blend of fantasy, romance, and trials. Astraea, our FMC with missing memories, embarks on a journey of self-discovery in a world teeming with vampires, deceit, and danger. As her quest to uncover the truth behind her lost memories unfolds, she faces heartbreaking discoveries and is left questioning everyone and everything. The world-building is done so beautifully and the spice level, oh my goodness, YES DEVINE! The Stars are Dying is a must-read for fans of When the Moon Hatched, as it is a similar emotional impact. Be prepared to have your jaw on the floor while eagerly awaiting the release of book two, which I'm hoping is just as Devine as book one!