In Silverborn, the fourth installment of Jessica Townsend’s dazzling Nevermoor series, the world gets a little darker, the stakes a little higher, and Morrigan Crow a little more complex. While still bursting with whimsy and invention, this book leans deeper into mystery and emotional tension, making it perhaps the most mature and introspective volume yet.

The story kicks off with an invitation to Nevermoor's Silver District, and quickly unfolds into a layered tale of family secrets, magical powers, and an investigation that draws Morrigan into increasingly perilous territory. Townsend excels at weaving a rich tapestry of worldbuilding, and Silverborn is no exception. The book brims with atmosphere and intrigue.

What really shines here is Morrigan’s personal growth. Grappling with her evolving identity as a Wundersmith and the burden of secrets she’s afraid to share, her internal conflict adds real emotional depth. The tension between trust and isolation—between protecting her friends and pushing them away—is beautifully handled and will resonate with readers of all ages.

Though the plot takes a bit to find its rhythm, once it does, it sweeps you along with plenty of suspense and heart. Some threads feel like set-up for future books (which fans will no doubt welcome), but that means a few answers are left out of reach by the end. Still, Townsend’s ability to mix quirky charm with creeping unease remains one of the series’ greatest strengths.

Silverborn proves that Nevermoor isn’t just a magical series—it’s one with real staying power. With its blend of humor, mystery, and emotional resonance, this installment deepens the saga while keeping the spark alive. Whether you’re here for the magic, or just to spend more time with Morrigan and her friends, this book delivers.

It’s been a long time coming, but most certainly worth the wait, and I’m grateful to the publishers and NetGalley for giving me the chance to read and review this before publication.
Having taken a decidedly dark turn in part three it was not a real surprise to see the focus was continuing to explore some of the more unpalatable elements of Morrigan’s experience. She is, naturally, nervous about the implications of being a Wundersmith and how others will respond to her. This made it quite easy to engineer a situation that allowed us to see Morrigan’s continuing development while also placing her in a situation that made it hard to not feel sympathy for her.
As she matures it’s understandable that Morrigan has questions about her origins. In this book she gets answers, though they are not always what she wants.
With a thrilling murder mystery backdrop to the story this is another great addition to the series.