Hush a Bye Lady

Once Upon a Rhyme, Book 3

By: Abigail Manning

Narrated by: Jillian Yetter

Hush little lady, don't say a word...

Sasha Bough has always been the quiet type, and that’s exactly how her family wants her to remain. When a tragic incident rocked her childhood, she was left with two options: never speak of what happened or suffer the consequences. When Sasha reaches the age of nineteen, then tension in her family rises when she still hasn’t secured a husband. It’s not always easy for the quietest person in the room to gain attention until that attention comes in unwanted ways.

When an unprompted attack interrupts the silence, Prince Alaric takes an interest in Sasha’s family and the events surrounding the trouble. Sasha knows he only wants to help, but the more he digs into her family’s past, the riskier being near him becomes. He shouldn’t be too difficult to push away, except that she may need his protection after all... After the attack, she learns that someone knows her secret and they’re willing to do anything to silence her.

If her secret is revealed, she’s as good as dead, and if she can’t find whoever is targeting her, they’ll simply kill her first. With a prince willing to help keep her safe, does she dare let him get close to her? Or is she better off staying hushed?

Content Warning:

This story contains depictions of emotional and mental abuse by parental figures, as well as implied physical abuse, and gaslighting. Overall story content still remains within a PG-13 rating (no graphic violence, overly-descriptive romance, or swearing.)

Once Upon A Rhyme is a collection of clean, intercepting stories, best enjoyed when listened to as a series.

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Twisty and delightful YA sweet fantasy/romantic suspense

A 17-year-old noblewoman has been threatened to keep her secrets. Her unloving parents expect perfection so that she can marry a prince. I loved this great suspenseful story, and I highly recommend it to romantic YA fans. I couldn’t predict the great twist, so be careful to avoid spoilers. This book has a satisfying and happy ending. The sweet romance (just kissing) is a strong part of the story.

The narrator Jillian Yetter did an amazing job. She is so versatile and flawless with male and female voices, both young and old. I love her pacing, emoting, and the sound of her voice.

I appreciated the fascinating characters and their development. The wonderful heroine Sasha has a core of inner strength that has kept her going through years of threats, mistreatment, and captivity. (By the way, Sasha was one of the contestants with a minor role in the first book of the series.) The prince in this book is such a good guy: compassionate, thoughtful, determined, and intelligent. The parent villains are really despicable and one-dimensional, but that’s okay with me. They brought villainy to a new level.

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I was instantly gripped by this story,

I was instantly gripped by this story, and impatient to discover what was really going on and for the secrets to be revealed- I got to say though, I was surprised by part of the twists and I love when a story throws me for a loop like that. Price Alaric was, as gliche as it sounds, a prince charming. So sweet and dedicated to Sasha and her safety without being overbearing. Sigh, could I please get a Prince like that? Sasha, what that poor girl went through had me simultaneously sad and angered (see trigger warnings-but as they say it doesn't go into details but you can easily fill in the blanks...) - but she persevered and was so strong in character despite it all. I was anxious at the end, scared for what might happen, but of course there was a great happily ever after fairytale ending so to speak, and I am more than ready for the next book! Narration was terrific, bringing the story from the pages.

Hush a Bye Lady

Hush a Bye Lade is the 3rd book in the Once Upon a Rhyme series. I have liked every book in this series so far, and this one was also good.
This book is about Sasha and prince Alaric and is told from Sasha's points of view.

Sasha is 19, and her parents want her to be married. When Prince Alaric takes an interest in her they want her to be the perfect person so he will wed her.

However, as Prince Alaric and Sasha spend time together, Alaric finds out Sasha has secrets. He wants to protect her, but Sasha is also trying to find answers to who is after her. Will Sasha finally be able to speak her mind and get her happy ending with Prince Alaric?

I liked this listen, and am excited to continue on in this series.

Fairytale romance

Abigail Manning has quickly become a favorite author of mine. I am loving this series. I am glad I was traveling for this book, because I did not want to pause it! I got so frustrated and heartbroken for Sasha. Alaric and Sasha get a beautiful HEA that warmed my heart. I cannot wait for the next book.

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Loved it!

Sasha

The narrator did a good job.

I found this story interesting right from the prologue left me wanting to know what happened. Poor Sasha is basicly the be seen but not heard her whole life. Love how the story flowed. Sasha has to find a suitor fast according to her parents or suffer the consequences. She has piqued the Prince's attention but someone is out to destroy one of them and soon enough they are working together to find out who. I enjoyed listening to this story and loved how the Prince helped her out of her shell and she found her voice and held her ground when needed.

Intriguing and Captivating!

This is the third book in the Once Upon A Rhyme, a series of interconnected standalone romances. I like this series! Sasha and Alaric's is intriguing, filled with mystery, secrets, angst, and twists and turns. They are both interesting characters. The storyline is original and captivating. Jillian Yetter did an excellent job bringing this story to life. I enjoyed it. I highly recommend this series. #PFPAudio