Black Wings, Gray Skies

Black Hat Bureau, Book 4

By: Hailey Edwards

Narrated by: Stephanie Richardson

Monsters with a taste for children are nothing new, but fairy tales never mentioned this nightmarish predator. Rue has her hands full tracking the creature hunting the streets of Charleston, but a call from home divides her attention—and her loyalties.

A stranger has come to Hollis Apothecary, asking questions that prickle the hairs on her nape, but she can't abandon the victims based only on a bad feeling. The pit in her stomach only grows when the stranger takes a hostage and makes his demands. He wants to talk to Rue, face to face. Or else. What he has to say will change her life, and her perception of her past, forever.

Contains mature themes.

©2022 Hailey Edwards (P)2022 Tantor

Awesome, very entertaining!

I love this series, story content I never get tired of listening too! Narrator always keeps you interested!

Getting better

Fun characters, a bit too romancy at times but fun in general. this one jumps over into explicit sex, fyi. Ending on this one really draws one into next book. I hope the eventual payoff is worth it. The crime mystery, 4/5th of the book was just ok. The bigger plot element is more interesting and town character seem best part.

Black Wings, Grey Skies (Black Hat Bureau Book #4 )

Black Wings, Grey Skies (Black Hat Bureau Book #4 ) ❤️‍❤️‍ absolutely loved this book!! I totally enjoyed listening 🎧 and reading this book to this series!!! The story line is engrossing and the characters are well developed. I can't wait to start reading and listening to the next book in the series! This book �� was an incredible cliff-hanger that leaves you begging for more. Definitely recommend this series and Hailey Edwards -she is amazing author....

#TeamRue for the win!

The crew is at it again. Together they’re going to kick butt and take names. Maybe not in that order.

I love Rue. Her bond with Colbie, Clay and Asa grows with each book. I will say, shew, the amount of trouble that follows this group is banana pants—and yet—it makes the story all the better.

When someone shows up and puts her people in danger, Rue will do what’s needed to keep them safe. If her claws come out, you better watch yourself.

I like the way things unfold. You think, “oh, I knew it as…nope. Dang, I didn’t see that coming”. Maybe that’s just me but I like when it’s not what I think it is. Bad guys, monsters, jerks… the story has it all and we get to see the team acting and reacting to what’s happening. They’re a well oiled machine to say the least.

Wow, surprise ending.

This series gets better and better. Rue's Black Hat group is off to Charleston after whoever is making the kiddos disappear. There are new monsters, new dangers, and lots of hijinks. I fall in love with Clay, Colby, and Asa's demon more and more. Don't get me wrong, I love Rue and Asa, but the other three crack me up. And who can harden their heart to a demon who thinks "Wash, Brush, Braid" is Thanksgiving?

This book made me laugh, cry, smile, and sigh. It also kept my complete attention, with lots of action, surprises, and unexpected depths. I highly recommend this book and series to anyone who likes lovable characters and a compelling storyline.

4 Stars 🌟

I took a fairly long break (time wise and book wise) between the 3rd and 4th book of this series and unfortunately it took me a little bit of time to remember who was who and what was going on. I think (though I'm not completely sure) that the first three books were a story arc that was mostly completed, like the first trilogy and this 4th book brought us to the new story arc that has Rue now working back with the Black Hat organization - even if it is not something she is wanting to do. The Director knows exactly what buttons to push to back her into a corner.

One thing I DID remember was the fantastic characters of Colby, Clay and Asa. I love the world of characters that Ms. Edwards has created and the family that they are building. Who knew that a moth fae, a Gollum, a black witch and a couple of demon/fae's - not to mention two human girls - could create such a wonderful family. Colby and Clay are a hoot :)

I alternated between listening and reading this and the narrator - Stephanie Richardson - did a fine job. I enjoyed her portrayal of most characters (especially Colby) but really kind of had a hard time with Clay's voice. Oh well, I did enjoy it for the most part.

This book has the gang working their first case with the BH organization and there is an arrival at the Apothecary shop while Rue is out of town. Eventually we find out that the visitor is someone COMPLETELY unexpected and he brings information that totally changes Rue's world view...on EVERYTHING.

So - the next book is going to be interesting. Things are about to get pretty crazy...or should I say...crazier!