Behind the Veil

Whispers of Eden Series, Book 1

By: Samantha Rae Ortiz

Narrated by: Samantha Rae Ortiz

This YA Dystopian Fantasy follows Layden Prier, a timid yet determined girl, competing to join the ruling-elite, whose visions lead her to uncover their secrets instead.

Layden Prier, a timid yet determined girl from the Outlayers, has always believed in the Council’s mission.

To her, they are humanity’s lifeboat, and joining their ranks is her only chance at a life worth living. But to do so, she must survive the Generational Trials—a grueling competition where her mind is transferred into the body of a Host, and her goal, to prove her worth at any cost.

However, as strange visions haunt her, everything she thought she knew about the Council begins to unravel. Guided by her enigmatic Guardian and a quiet voice within, Layden must wrestle with truths she wasn’t prepared for, and make choices that affect those she loves, and the future of their world.

Layden's been gifted with vision, but when all is revealed, will she truly see?

©2025 Samantha Rae Ortiz (P)2026 Samantha Rae Ortiz

so good I want to listen again!

Very well written very well, spoken kept me on the edge of my seat.The whole time