Echoes of a Silent Song by Amanda Wen

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About the Book

Echoes of a Silent Song

Title: Echoes of a Silent Song

Series: Melodies and Memories #1

Author: Amanda Wen

Publisher: Kregel Publications

Release Date: October 21, 2025

Genre: Split-time Romance

A split-time romance from an award-winning author When a choral composer and conductor falls victim to creative block, he resorts to his fallback plan of teaching high school choir. Callum Knight’s goal at Peterson High is simple: rediscover his muse, extract himself from teaching, and get back to Boston as quickly as possible. As the long-suffering accompanist at the high school, Peterson-native Blair Emerson has watched the revolving door of choir directors and their negative impact on her choirs over the last few years. She is less than impressed when a disheveled Callum stumbles in on his first day. But then they discover an unsigned, unfinished, and handwritten choral composition by a clear musical genius. Blair recalls rumors of Iris, a Peterson student from the 1970s who composed music but was found dead during her senior year. Blair and Callum work to determine if the piece is hers, and the truth they uncover shakes both of them to the core. With rhythm and flair, Amanda Wen takes readers on an unexpected journey into the depths of a small town’s history in this riveting first book in the Melodies and Memories duology.

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Also Available:

Roots of Wood and Stone
The Songs That Could Have Been
The Rhythm of Fractured Grace

My Perspective

I just adore Wen’s writing. It’s just beautiful and sings to my heart. Echoes of a Silent Song was different, in a good way. The music just really stirred my soul – probably because of my deep love for music. Music is such a big part of my life, and while I’m not a composer, I can appreciate the hard work that goes into it. And Wen brings it to life in a way that I think even a non-music person could understand and appreciate.

But I think what I adored even more was the relationship between Callum and Blair. Opposites attract is one of my favorites romances to read about, and their chemistry was perfect. I could see a lot of myself in Blair – connecting with the students, being defensive of the program, and trying to act as a buffer between the students and the multiple teachers over the years. And Callum. He had high hopes – be there a year and be gone. But isn’t it grand when we make plans and God chuckles and changes things up? Callum’s broken heart just needed a good dose of Blair’s energy to perk him up a bit.

And let’s not forget the little mystery of Iris! And while I did kind of predict part the plot twist at the end, it didn’t take away from my enjoyment of learning about Iris and her journey. The way the music came alive in her head – it reminded me of when I was a kid and would make up songs. I didn’t have a piano or anything, so they were only in my head. But it was so fun and I miss being able to do that.

Echoes of a Silent Song is a beautiful, poetic story that will stirs the hearts of readers. I highly recommend adding it to your TBR list. And Wen’s other stories for that matter. They are encouraging, inspiring, and lovely to read.

I received a complimentary copy of this book. I was not required to write a favorable review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

About the Author

Amanda Wen

Amanda Wen is a Carol– and Selah Award–winning and Parable best-selling author of inspirational romance and split-time women’s fiction, including Roots of Wood and Stone, The Songs That Could Have Been, and The Rhythm of Fractured Grace. She is also a professional musician. She lives in Wichita, Kansas, with her husband and three children.

Connect with Amanda by visiting amandawen.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.

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11 responses to “Echoes of a Silent Song by Amanda Wen”

  3. Roxanne C.

    This sounds like a wonderful book. I am especially interested in the theme of music in the storyline.

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