Silver Elite

🕊Dystopian Fantasy🕊Enemies-to-Lovers🕊Secret Identity🕊Captain/Recruit.“Too bad you won’t be able to see him anymore.”I narrow my eyes.“You didn’t hear? Jordan was dispatched on a last-minute assignment. Headed for Red Post. Who knows when he’ll return. The post could last months. Years, even.”My jaw drops. “You sent him away?” “Yes.”“Why?”“Because he touched you this morning.”.Review: Before this book was released, I saw reviews that it was like Divergent for grown-ups, so I was immediately sold! I LOVED Divergent, so I bought every edition of Silver Elite I could find, including the audiobook and ebook, so I could dive in! I went in pretty blind other than that, and I LOVED IT! I am going to be vague because I don't want to spoil anything!Wren Darlington is one fierce bad a**, with revenge as her sole mission. Captain Cross is her deliciously intense superior. These two together are 🔥!!!I LOVED this book! I was hooked immediately and couldn't put it down. I snuck away every moment I could to read/listen to it. Yes, that does mean I hid in the bathroom and did laundry for no reason, just so I could devour it!😝 I loved the world, the characters, the unique aspects of the world and I especially loved Wren and Cross! They have stolen my heart! I did struggle with wanting to know what was going to happen next, but also wanting to savor it because I didn't want it to end. I listened to the audiobook by Amanda Dolan who is a new narrator to me, but I thought she did a fantastic job bringing these characters and world to life. It was such a fun and exciting read with all of the twists. It's definitely a TOP read for me!!

I loved the twists and turns in this terrific adventure. Adding a romantic plot line made it more fun to read. It kept me up several nights much later than I wanted.

What do you do when your life is turned upside down and is full of secrets than could get you killed? Wren faces this dilemma when she is forced by the people who want to kill mutants like her to join their army. But they don’t know she has powers until she is betrayed. But will she betray them first? This is a high action, espionage fantasy with a secret love story included.These characters become familiar friends that take you on a roller coaster ride of emotions. And the author leaves you with one last set of emotions - frustration and anticipation - as you have to wait on book 2 and no release date yet.

I’ve read a lot of fantasy/romantasy recently and have noticed a lot of similar plot points. This book keeps some of my favorite plot points but the direction the story goes is unexpected and wonderful to read! I love the romance but I love even more that it’s not the main plot point. The story holds up very well without it. The romance is the cherry on top to an engaging story.

Its ok so far. The constant switch between first name and last name is getting annoying. Like just pick a damn name. Theres already 20 plus characters its not making it easy having to to remember 2 names for each. It would be fine if it was on occasion, but they switched between first and last name almost every other page.

4.75 ⭐️3/4 🌶Despite people saying that this was written by AI or "copied" other books, I'm convinced y'all dont read. Not every book is 100% original, and this did remind me of other dystopian novels, but I thought the fantasy element of it was original. The FMC is sassy, headstrong and reckless. The MMC is publicly emotionally blank, privately breaking down his walls for her. Can't wait for the next one.

This book was amazing. There is no way this book is predictable— and I appreciate that. I loved the enemy to lovers trope, I loved the dystopian setting that was unique, and not gimmicky. This was excellent, thoughtful writing that was deliberately planned out page by page.Seriously hope they turn this into a TV show. So much potential. I am dying for the second bookSide note, I kind of imagined Cross like Luke Grimes. Would be the perfect choice for a TV show. Jusssst saying!

I liked this book, I didn’t love it. It had an interesting “magic” system. The MFC Wren was bad ass and also dumb at the same time. When she gets put in silver block and starts to fail intentionally I kept thinking why, you could learn so much info and then help the rebels. Took her 4 weeks and someone telling her that for her to get it.Also when she removes her scar…..just dumb like whyI liked Cross he’s your typical MMC that we always love.Don’t want to give any spoilers but the big one was pretty obvious. There was one at the end that I was glad happened. I felt like this book was just a lot of set up for the next book.Oh also the letter from her uncle at the end was pretty good. Definitely want to see how that plays out in book 2.

When Silver Elite by Dani Francis and Shield of Sparrows by Denver Perry came out within a week of each other, both with a lot of hype, I felt kind of overwhelmed. I like romantasy and have been sucked into the whole ACOTAR/Fourth Wing craze but I’m not one to read them all consecutively. I waited a few months to read Silver Elite in an attempt to space them out but after reading it, I wish I hadn’t. It was so good! It’s more dystopian/futuristic than romantasy and I had no idea I would enjoy that so much.Wren is Modified, something that can mean death if the wrong people (those in power) find out and she’s spent her whole life hiding her psychic abilities in a world that’s been destroyed by climate change and is unrecognizable compared to the world right now. When she shoots and kills a wolf to protect a little boy, her accuracy catches the attention of the wrong people and she ends up in a training program for Silver Block, the most coveted and dangerous training program. Determined just to survive, she’s not expecting Cross, the handsome son of the country’s president/dictator who seems to know her every move before she’s going to make it and is harboring secrets of his own.This is one of those that’s hard to describe without giving too much away but all I can say is that I was pulled into the story and couldn’t put this down in a way I didn’t expect. I can’t wait for the next one (no release date at this time).

At first I really thought this book was just ripping off of others in the same genre. However, I have to say that I ended up loving it. I really enjoyed the military setting, and the female character. However, the near to the last set of scenes was very out of character for the female lead. How in all the world would she get rid of the one disguise that she had keeping her safe for all of her life. I get wanting to show Cross that she loves him and her need to connect after losing everyone she loves, but I thought that was beyond unbelievable…. But it’s a fantasy novel. I just forgot everything about logic and just enjoyed the ride. I recommend you do the same.

Silver Elite had me reminiscing on the heyday of dystopia media. It’s been so long since I’ve gotten the chance to read a dystopian novel, so this was a lot of fun.We start off with Wren, who has secret powerful psychic abilities that if discovered, would result in her death or enslavement. Wren ends up far from her ranch, training for an elite military force, hiding her secret with even higher stakes.The world of Silver Elite was very interesting, but limited in its scale because of the access our narrator had to information. I’m looking forward to reading future installments of this series, as there is already a ton of promise about expanding the world based on the cliffhanger. Good dystopia high needs stakes, and Silver Elite definitely has high stakes. I have a little confusion about the reasoning behind the fates of a few different side characters and it got a little old reading about a protagonist that’s good at everything, but nothing that would stop me from continuing this series. Plus, to be fair, the protagonist’s fatal flaw is her impulsiveness, and that did add some dimension to her characterization. The romance subplot was enjoyable and tastefully spicy as well (note - despite this emulating big YA dystopian novels, this book is NOT young adult and does not claim to be).Ultimately I found this to be a little too derivative of titles like The Hunger Games and Fourth Wing, but because I enjoy those books, it was fine. This is Dani Francis’s debut novel, and I think based on Silver Elite, she shows a lot of promise. I would definitely recommend this to fans of 2010s dystopia.

🎯 Book Review: Sliver Elite⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🌶🌶🌶By #ThatGoodWife2012Instagram: 📚@TheGoodBook📚Listen. If you’ve been craving a dystopian world with a psychic cowgirl who can outshoot your favorite antihero while reading his damn mind, Sliver Elite is it.Wren Darlington ain’t your average FMC. She’s a Mod, aka a genetically upgraded badass with four psychic abilities and a sharpshooter aim that could make Clint Eastwood weep. But what makes her lethal also makes her hunted. See, Wren doesn’t just walk in shadows she blends into them. Her Mod veins don’t Sliver like the others, which means she can hide in plain sight... until one steamy, ill-timed one-night stand sets her world on fire.Enter the Sliver Block: a brutal training ground for would-be soldiers, where Wren’s thrown into the lions' den under the watchful eye of the dangerously hot instructor, Cross Redden. Yes—General Redden’s son. Yes—the same General who’s out here running his own dictatorship cosplay, pitting Mods against humans in a regime straight outta Hitler’s playbook. And yes—Cross gives off major “Xaden Riorson with a government badge” energy, and I am NOT okay.The chemistry? 🔥The banter? Chef’s kiss.The sexual tension? Could power a small nation.Wren’s skating on thin ice, trying to keep her identity secret, and Cross is skating straight into her personal space with intense eyes and hotter-than-sin energy. The slow reveal of secrets, power plays, and trust issues will have you whisper-screaming, “GIRL, RUN!” While also internally chanting, ... but maybe kiss him first.”And while Cross is all danger and desire wrapped in a uniform, there's Wolf. Wren’s known him since she was six—but only inside her head. He’s an invisible ally, a whispered voice, a mystery wrapped in psychic static. She doesn’t know who he is, where he is, or even what he is—but his presence is the one constant in her life, and I was obsessed with every second of itThis book doesn’t just explore a dystopian world—it claws at the ugly underbelly of rebellion and propaganda, making you question everyone’s motives. It’s messy, it’s brutal, it’s heartbreak wrapped in heat.✨ HighlightsSide characters you’ll either wanna adopt or punt into the sunLusty, loaded banter that smoldersSpice level: 3 🌶 and a fan on standbyPolitical tension that feels too real in the best and worst waysTropes:Dystopian military regimeInstructor/recruit 👀Enemies to lovers (and she tries SO HARD to hate him but fails spectacularly)Secret identity 🫣Possessive MMC (he falls hard)Forbidden romanceInsta-lust meets slow-burn feels 🔥A heroine who’s not morally grey just rightfully guarded, sharp, and unapologetically capable.📚 If you’re into Divergent, Dangerous Minds, or craving another book boyfriend that’ll give you Xaden-level whiplash, Sliver Elite is a non-negotiable addition to your TBR pile.

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Holy cow where to begin.I wanna start off by saying I know this book got ALOT of heat very very quickly. People have been dying to know who the real author is, and it’s “just divergent and hunger games” and whatever other reason that I stopped listening to.1. I couldn’t care less who the author is. If someone writes under a pen name, there’s most likely a reason but I don’t care who wrote it, they did a PHENOMENAL job.2. Comparing it to Hunger Games or Divergent is fair but only in the sense that all of those books are DYSTOPIAN. This book is exactly that and I while I read all the Hunger Games and only watched the Divergent movies, I thought it stood on its own!Moving on, I LOVED IT. The thing I have such a love/hate relationship with when it comes to starting new series is the cliff hangers and the million questions I have when it’s done. But at the same time- IM INVESTED. From the jump I was dying to know who Wolf is. I am racking my brain over how Uncle Jim and Wren actually came to be together. I was dying to know if there was other modified people within the Program. WHO IS CROSS REDDEN REALLY?! Is the Uprising the good guys or is everyone just a bad guy??I think I see both sides to this though because when this society is ruled by two extremists it’s hard to be like oh, everyone of the Primes are awful and the Mods deserve to be in charge or even vice versa because their powers ARE scary and can be completely out of control in the wrong hands. I’m so beyond excited to see where this war will lead and what the outcome will be.As far as the romance between Wren and Cross- LOVE. Holy cow. Like their connection.....it’s deep. The spice was fantastic, their banter was fun and I just cannot wait to see how they manage the distance in the second book.Overall I’d give this book 4.5 out of 5 stars and spice rating 3 out of 5. I really loved so much about it, I cannot wait to read the second one and I hope that everyone gives this book a chance without comparing it to anything else because it truly does have the capability to stand on its own. 🕊️🐺🖤🪽🌼🌑🌌

Silver Elite was a fun, fast-paced read that kept me turning the pages. The story was easy to follow, which made it perfect for when I wanted something engaging but not too heavy. I really enjoyed the characters—they had personality and depth, and I found myself rooting for them early on. It gave me vibes similar to The Hunger Games and Divergent, but with its own unique twist that kept things fresh. Sure, a few parts were a bit predictable, but that didn’t take away from the overall enjoyment

This is like an adult version of Shatter Me - dystopian society, where some people have special powers (some people have several), and are being hunted and executed by the government. You never really know who is Modified and who isn’t, unless you catch them using their powers. Wren is our FMC who has been raised to be lethal. She is modified but living in hiding. We know she isn’t really who she says she is, but other than being modified we don’t know much else. Her parents died and she was raised by Uncle Jim. She finds herself training to be part of an elite wing of the government, behind enemy lines. She is forced to deal with the consequences of her impulsivity and recklessness while coping with her conscience and trying to figure out who she is as a person. I really like her, and her journey through this bug, even though there are times where I don’t like her decisions and it causes a lot of tension for the reader.I COULD NOT PUT THIS BOOK DOWN! I second-guessed every prediction I made. I loved the relationship between Cross and Wren. I’m really excited to see how everything builds in the next book.

3.5 ⭐️Let me start by saying I didn’t hate this story. It was entertaining and it held my attention. However, to me this wasn’t dystopian like it was described….and I feel like the characters lacked much growth throughout the book.We start off with Wren—who is amazing at every thing she does. Honestly, I’d love to have a more realistic FC who isn’t perfect at everything (except following orders/rules). Her only flaws—are her impatience and the fact that she does what she wants, without regard to others or consequences until the action is over. Then she realizes “oops, maybe that’s the reason XYZ bad thing happened.”Cross was kind of a jerkface as a male lead at first. He doesn’t explain to Wren WHY she’s not given pass on weekends like everyone else in their group…he doesn’t mention it to her at all and she finds out from others. And I get why they didn’t want her to leave at the time (cuz she would run away), but it was still a jerk move to not say anything to her.There was insta-attraction between Wren and Cross from the very beginning interaction and over time, they both can’t fight it, even if they hate each other.I loved the friendship between Wolf and Daisy and I wish we could have gotten a deeper look at this relationship before the books ending.I was shocked by a few betrayals that happened during the book—I’d have hoped some friendships were stronger, but it proved that Wren really couldn’t trust anyone in the end. I’m still not quite sure who the good guys or bad guys are.All in all, the book was an entertaining read, but it wasn’t my favorite. The ending happened too abruptly for me and it was a bit chaotic with all the things happening at one time to really understand where characters are, what’s going on, and how we are going to pick up in book 2

The book doesn’t really pick up until around the 40% mark. I came very close to DNFing, but honestly, I’m glad I stuck with it—it ended up being worth the wait. I can see why there’s so much suspicion surrounding the author’s pen name. The writing style is strikingly similar to the ACOTAR series—slow pacing, lots of fluff—but thankfully without the constant repetition of phrases like “cauldron” on every page.Vibes:I really appreciated how the author tied everything together in the end. It was sweet to find out who was on the other end of the telepathy. After that 40% mark, the story becomes much more eventful and engaging—definitely a fun read from that point forward.Spice Level (and Community Gripe):One thing that frustrated me: the hype around the spice. I kept hearing how spicy it was supposed to be, but I’d give it a 3 out of 5 at best. There’s a lot of tension and some makeout scenes, but the actual spice is pretty vague and tame—definitely more vanilla than expected.My Personal Take / Deep Reading:If you're a deep reader or someone who reads between the lines, there’s a strong metaphor here about how society treats mental health. The book explores hypocrisy, self-hatred, and how people often speak on topics they don’t fully understand—especially when it comes to those who are different. It also makes a powerful statement about how leaders can ignore glaring red flags as long as someone is following orders.

My rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️𝘚𝘪𝘭𝘷𝘦𝘳 𝘌𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘦 is the kind of book that tightens its grip and doesn’t let go. The tension here isn’t just felt—it’s embedded in the bones of the story: the twisty, high-stakes plot, the suffocating weight of power and control, and the magnetic pull between two people who 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 shouldn’t touch each other but absolutely do.I’m still trying to process the sheer enormity of my emotional response. Francis has concocted an addictive blend of dystopian, fantasy, and political thriller—𝘋𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘨𝘦𝘯𝘵 with spice, set in an arena that echoes 𝘍𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘵𝘩 𝘞𝘪𝘯𝘨’s Basgiath, and paced like 𝘔𝘪𝘯𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘙𝘦𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵 or 𝘘𝘶𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘰. Over my single-sitting binge, I was nostalgic, protective, thrilled, aghast, intrigued, feral, and infuriated. Feet were kicking. Butterflies were fluttering. Scoffs were scoffed.To be clear: this is not a world I want to live in. But that’s what makes it work. There’s something deliciously frustrating about dystopian fiction when it’s done right—it leaves you anxious and furious, rooting for a hero clawing her way through corruption while bracing for the other shoe to drop.Francis nails pacing. There isn’t a single lull. Even the “test of the day” structure in the training setting stays fresh, elevated by sharp character development and sizzling chemistry. The plot twists span the spectrum—from the ones you see coming but still 𝘩𝘪𝘵, to the OMFG gut-punches that leave you breathless and scrolling back just to make sure it really happened.The pair at the heart of this book are enemies in theory, soulmates in practice, and completely allergic to keeping things professional. Wren, our psychic, sharpshooting FMC, is left with no one to trust in a world that would kill her if it knew what she was. She’s ferocious and aching, a seasoned liar who owns her independence but deep down just wants someone she can trust. Cross, her off-limits, son-of-her-enemy instructor, is the least sensible person to lean on—and the hardest to stay away from. The invisible string between them is pulled tight from the start and only gets more taut with every failed attempt at self-control.𝑶𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓 𝒉𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒍𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕𝒔 𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒉 𝒏𝒐𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈:🩵 Psychic powers that feel more evolved than magical, and blend seamlessly into the world💙 Side characters you’ll root for and despise with equal intensity🩶 A feral, broody, dark-haired book boyfriend channeling Xaden & Four🤍 Political dynamics that are murky, messy, and deeply compelling🖤 Sizzling spice that lands harder thanks to emotional intimacy done right🕊️ High stakes that keep you blazing through and leave you feral for the next bookYes, there were a few “did she really just 🙄” moments in the final act. But the rest is so sharp, so satisfying, and so emotionally high-stakes that it’s impossible not to give this one five stars. I’m obsessed with this duo—and deeply unsettled by the world they’re trapped in.𝑻𝑳;𝑫𝑹: If 𝘋𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘨𝘦𝘯𝘵 and 𝘍𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘵𝘩 𝘞𝘪𝘯𝘨 had a morally gray psychic child and raised her on 𝘘𝘶𝘢𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘰 or 𝘈𝘭𝘪𝘢𝘴 re-runs with forbidden romance as a bedtime story—this would be her origin story. 𝘚𝘪𝘭𝘷𝘦𝘳 𝘌𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘦 is fast-paced, swoony, dark, and utterly addictive. Wren and Cross live rent-free in my head now. Good luck prying them out.

From the very first page, Silver Elite completely captivated me. This book isn’t just a story—it’s an emotional experience. I found myself utterly engrossed, flipping through the pages late into the night, unable to tear myself away from the beautifully crafted world and deeply compelling characters.What struck me most was how the author masterfully balanced heartbreak, tension, and romance. There were moments that absolutely shattered me, yet others that made me fall head over heels for the characters. Every emotion felt real and raw. The relationships were layered and meaningful, and I felt personally invested in each character’s journey.The writing flows seamlessly, and the pacing keeps you hooked from chapter to chapter. Silver Elite is the kind of book that lingers in your thoughts long after you finish it—equal parts thrilling, touching, and addicting.My only complaint? The second book isn’t out yet! I need more of this world and these characters as soon as possible. If you’re looking for a read that will pull you in, break your heart, and make you believe in love all over again, Silver Elite is the book for you.

Is this the return of dystopian books? I sure hope so. This book reminded me so much of why I loved the genre. It gave all the feels of Divergent and Hunger Games with a bit of spice to shake things up. And I absolutely adored it. I loved it so much I never wanted it to end, so I kept dragging it out over a week because I wanted to stay in the world as long as possible. Normally I’ll devour a book as fast as possible, but this one made me want to savour it as long as I could. I loved Wren, and I loved Cross even more. I fell in love with Cross Redden harder than any other fictional man I’ve ever read. I can’t even really put my finger on why. But no fictional man has ever made me swoon as much as Cross. And I’m so here for it.The dystopian society of this book is split into two groups of people: the “Mods” with different forms of psychic abilities and the “Primes” without them. Over the years power has shifted between the two groups, and as a result there is an intense hatred between groups. With Primes currently in charge, our FMC Wren has spent her entire life learning to hide who she is from everyone around her. But when she is forced to join Silver Block and enter the military academy, it becomes harder than ever to keep her true self and beliefs hidden from her companions. Especially her hot, irritating, possessive commanding officer.This was a fantastic start to a series I can’t wait to continue. It’s a love letter to the dystopians of 2010, but add a bit of 🌶️🌶️🌶️. The tension in this book is off the rails and I’m actually going to combust waiting for the sequel. Y’all aren’t ready for this.