Archer's Voice

Mia Sheridan’s most popular novel, Archer’s Voice, is a New York Times bestseller. It is also one of the top 100 bestselling romance books on Goodreads and a bestseller listed for USA Today and the Wall Street Journal. Sheridan has written many romance novels since her success with Archer’s Voice, which was published in 2016. Her works center around the themes of small town love, destiny, and healing.

This study guide uses the Archer’s Voice paperback novel published by Forever, Grand Central Publisher, 2018.

Content Warning: This novel features depictions of domestic violence, attempted rape, molestation, gun violence, miscarriage, and violence against children.

Plot Summary

Archer has lived in Pelion, a lake town, since he was born. When he was seven, a car accident killed his mother, father, and uncle and injured Archer’s throat, leaving him unable to speak. Prior to the accident, Archer learned his mother, Alyssa, was in love with his uncle, Connor Hale. His father, Marcus Hale, was abusive toward Alyssa. Devastated, Archer is sent to live with his uncle, Nathan Hale, who has PTSD and lives in isolation. Nathan sets traps around his property and believes that animals are spies.