Countdown Review: Archangel's War by Nalini Singh

On May 5, 2026, the series will come to a close with ARCHANGEL’S ETERNITY. 

I’m counting down the days until the final story is told by sharing my reviews for each book in the series.

ARCHANGEL'S WAR is Book #12 in Nalini Singh's Guild Hunter Series.

The Guild Hunter series is set in a world where angels and vampires exist among mortals. Where supernatural beings are ruled by the Cadre of Ten.

ARCHANGEL'S WAR picks up several months after the events of ARCHANGEL'S PROPHECY. 

ARCHANGEL'S WAR is exactly how it sounds. 

We're gearing up for a supernatural Battle Royale that has the power to decimate the world. 

The Archangel Lijuan has evolved into the Archangel of Death and is ready to usher in her Reign of Terror on earth.

It's going to take a lot more than Archangel Raphael, his consort Elena, and their allies to defeat this foe.

Readers, please prepare yourselves because this story–while exciting–is a tough read.

Grab your emotional support angel or vampire and let's get to it.

About the Book

Return to New York Times bestselling author Nalini Singh’s darkly passionate Guild Hunter world, where human-turned-angel Elena Deveraux, consort to Archangel Raphael, faces a new challenge that threatens the balance of the world.

Wings of silver. Wings of blue. Mortal heart. Broken dreams. Shatter. Shatter. Shatter. A sundering. A grave. I see the end. I see. . . .

The world is in chaos as the power surge of the Cascade rises to a devastating crescendo. In furiously resisting its attempts to turn Elena into a vessel for Raphael’s power, Elena and her archangel are irrevocably changed. . .far beyond the prophecy of a cursed Ancient.

At the same time, violent and eerie events around the world threaten to wipe out entire populations. And in the Archangel Lijuan’s former territory, an unnatural fog weaves through the land, leaving only a bone-chilling silence in its wake. Soon it becomes clear that even the archangels are not immune to this deadly evil. This time, even the combined power of the Cadre may not be enough. . . .

This war could end them all.

My Review

10 Star Review!

Nalini Singh outdid herself in this one!

I must have said, "HOLY SH*T!!!" At least 20 times! There are so many surprises and jaw-dropping moments, I can’t really say anything without spoiling! 

Raphael and Elena’s relationship is put to the ultimate test!

I will say that the story is packed full of… stuff I can’t say because it will spoil it! Dang it! Alas my lips must remain sealed! 

I will say that I absolutely LOVED the book and I cannot WAIT to find out what Ms. Singh has in store for us next!

This is a pivotal book in the series! Be prepared to laugh, cry, yell, grieve, gasp, cheer, jeer, pray, and be stunned speechless!

Some advice for readers: Do not skip any chapter, page or sentence. You may miss something vital to the story and series!

ARCHANGEL’S WAR is an exhilarating read full of action, suspense, intrigue, danger, thrills, chills, and so many surprises. 

I can't recommend this series enough!

FTC Disclaimer: I voluntarily read a copy of the book generously provided by the publisher via Net Galley in 2019 in exchange for an honest review. This in no way influences my thoughts or feelings about the book or the content of my review.

Purchase Links*

Nalini Singh Website | Penguin Random House

About the Author

New York Times bestselling author Nalini Singh is passionate about writing. Though she’s traveled as far afield as the deserts of China, the temples of Japan, and the frozen landscapes of Antarctica, it is the journey of the imagination that fascinates her most. She’s beyond delighted to be able to follow her dream as a writer.

She is the author of the Psy-Changeling novels, including Atonement Sky, Primal Mirror, and Resonance Surge. She is also the author of the Guild Hunter series, including Archangel’s Ascension, Archangel’s Lineage, and Archangel’s Resurrection, and four stand-alone thrillers: A Madness of Sunshine, Quiet in Her Bones, There Should Have Been Eight, and Such a Perfect Family. Learn more at nalinisingh.com

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