Shield of Sparrows (1 of 2) [Dramatized Adaptation]

Shield of Sparrows 1

By: Devney Perry

Narrated by: Full Cast Full Cast, Stephanie Németh-Parker, Jon Vertullo, Tia Shearer, Zoleka Vundla, Brian Kim McCormick, Colleen Delany, Jake Delcy, T. Shyvonne Stewart, Ellen Quay, Gerald Hill, Tatyana Ridgeway

Shield of Sparrows is a slow-burn, high-stakes romantasy perfect for fans of Sarah J. Maas and Rebecca Yarros—where enemies become lovers, monsters stalk a cursed realm, and a forgotten princess finds the strength to tear off her crown and become the warrior she was never meant to be.

The gods sent monsters to the five kingdoms to remind mortals they must kneel.

I've spent my life kneeling—to their will and to my father's. As a princess, my only duty is to wear the crown and obey the king.

I was never meant to rule. Never meant to fight. And I was never supposed to be the daughter who sealed an ancient treaty with her own blood.

But that changed the fateful day I stepped into my father's throne room. The day a legendary monster hunter sailed to our shores. The day a prince ruined my life.

Now I'm crossing treacherous lands beside a warrior who despises me as much as I despise him—bound to a future I didn't choose and a husband I barely know.

Everyone wants me to be something I'm not—a queen, a spy, a sacrifice.

But what if I refused the role chosen for me? What if I made my own rules? What if there's power in being underestimated?

And what if—for the first time—I reached for it?

Adapted from the novel and produced with a full cast of actors, immersive sound effects and cinematic music!

Performed by Stephanie Németh-Parker as Odessa and Narrator, Jon Vertullo as the Guardian, Tia Shearer as Brielle, Zoleka Vundla as Tillia, Brian Kim McCormick as Zavier, Colleen Delany as Cathlin, Jake Delcy as Cross, T. Shyvonne Stewart as Margot, Ellen Quay as Mae, Gerald Hill as Banner, Tatyana Ridgeway as Jocelyn, and Aly Casey as Evie. With additional performances by Andrew Mimms, Rob McFadyen, Steve Wannall, Matthew Bassett, Drew Kopas, Eric Messner, Lise Bruneau, Niusha Nawab, Elena Anderson, Michael John Casey, Terence Aselford, Christopher Williams, and Christopher Walker.

©2025 Devney Perry (P)2025 Graphic Audio LLC

Amazing story and narration

I have not enjoyed a story this much in really really long time. So ready for book 2. And the voice actors are phenomenal. Excellent choices for all characters!

Layers Upon Layers: The Slow-Reveal Magic That Makes Shield of Sparrows Unputdownable

What a captivating read! Shield of Sparrows hooked me from the start with its gripping storyline and richly layered world. The plot kept me turning pages, full of high stakes, intriguing twists, and that perfect slow-burn tension.
The characters are wonderfully complex—I’m still uncovering new depths to them even after finishing, which is exactly what I love in a good fantasy. The gradual reveals feel earned and satisfying, never rushed or forced. And the character voices? Spot-on. Every dialogue felt authentic to who they are, pulling me right into their heads and hearts.
The narration (or voice acting, if you’re listening to the audiobook) is outstanding—the performers nailed the emotions, the accents, and the intensity so perfectly that it elevated the entire experience. Truly excellent casting and delivery.
If you’re into romantasy with strong worldbuilding, monster-hunting action, and characters who grow in meaningful ways, this one is a must-read. Can’t wait for the next book! Highly recommend.

Just wow!

LOVED IT! Hate that I have to wait for part 2 but that’s ok. The anticipation and slow burn have been worth it but I am also super eager to know if my theories are correct. Odessa is an amazing FMC. Strong brilliant eager funny, just great qualities that make up an FMC. Her and The Guardian have such great banter and his powers are very intriguing. I can’t wait for more! Stephanie and Joe are such great performers and the entire cast just illuminates this story and I love listening to Graphic Audio Romantasies bc they help me grasp the world building and all the action scenes just make your heart race and put you on the edge of your seat.

Had a good time

Graphic audio is wonderful. Great narrators. Good pace of the book and I am hooked! Cant ask for more

Beautiful

The place they left off was heartbreakingly beautiful. Wow, this audiobook was done perfectly and the voice actors brought me to tears with how well they captured the characters. Well done.