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Title: Redemption

Subtitle: Prydain, Book One

Author: Robert Faulkner

Narrator: Michael Troughton

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 25 mins

Language: English

Release date: 04-04-16

Publisher: Robert Faulkner

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

Redemption contains elements of fantasy, mythology, and history.

The Roman Empire is in terminal decline, and Prydain has become a land filled with conflict and danger. However there is hope. In the West, the ancient Celtic culture is still strong and vibrant. When Arthnog was a child, his villa was attacked and his family lost. Taken into the protection of the Celts, he grows up secretly blaming himself for the misfortunes that befell his people. Once a young man, he feels compelled to travel the lands in search of meaning. He encounters Dunstane, a Pictish warrior, haunted by demons of her own. Later, a Saxon warrior called Leofric joins them; he, too, has a dark and mysterious past.

During his travels Arthnog unearths a conspiracy to subjugate the Western Celts of Prydain. Can the three warriors truly obtain redemption and help save a people?

Members Reviews:

An Engaging, Authentic Tale

I picked up this book on the recommendation of a fellow martial-artist friend. I don't often read fiction, but I enjoyed it. The well-researched historical and martial context provided a solid foundation to support an engaging, moving tale. In that way it reminded me of Clan of the Cave Bear - a fictional story in a real setting, not fantasy.

Incidentally, like in that series, one of the central characters is a woman - intelligent, skilled, and courageous. If you're exasperated with shallow, decorative female characters, fear not; I think you will like her.

One thing that struck me about the writing was that it is done with an appropriately light, balanced touch. Part adventure, part love story, and part war story. Myth and magic, cultural and natural history, warrior ethos and martial strategy. Some humor and some heartbreak. The author explores human and animal nature, passion and lust, loyalty and commitment. Nothing is heavy-handed or overdone. The story flows along nicely without feeling hurried.

The well-developed relationships between and among both the individual characters and clans provide a strong sense of humanity and draw you into the story. These are the kinds of people and cultures you come to care about.

I am looking forward to reading more from this author.

Note that the one-star review on this book appears to have nothing to do with this book, story, or author. That "review" is just someone's ill-tempered rant (in her only review ever) about how she thought Faulkner should not have used the Welsh word for Britain, Prydain, in his story. Bizarre. I would discount it entirely.

Three Stars

Interesting but not very accurate historically, still it is fiction about Arthur.

Rule One of fantasy: Do Not Step on the Inklings. Lloyd Alexander, author of The Chronicles of Prydain, is one of them.

This book may be awesome??? The Chronicles of "Prydain" were written by Lloyd Alexander. Find a better title instead of stepping on the title of an Inkling! If you don't know what an Inkling is, then you shouldn't be reading, or writing fantasy books. Google it.

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Title: The Fall

Subtitle: Genesis Collection, Book 5

Author: Michael DeAngelo

Narrator: Brandon McKernan

Format: Unabridged

Length: 4 hrs and 31 mins

Language: English

Release date: 04-04-16

Publisher: Michael DeAngelo

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

Icarus must intervene before a wicked ritual is completed, or humanity will be banished from the world of Tellest forevermore. But his people, the elves, have determined that humans are too dangerous to share the realm. How can he protect the friends that he has made without betraying his race?

Samael is a man scorned, whose only desire is to enact vengeance on those who have wronged him. However, his involvement is the deciding factor in the call to banish humanity. For the sake of all the races of Tellest, he must work with Icarus to put a halt to the foul dealings.

Members Reviews:

Good read!

Good read!

A MUST READ FOR FANTASY LOVERS

OK, it was a mistake to read the fifth book in a series after having read only the first book in said series. That said even though I lost some continuity the book was well written, the characters well developed. The story line evolved quickly and captivated me. If you like fantasy I would recommend this book. As for the other books in this series I'll be reading them now that I own them.

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Title: Aksamitny dotyk nocy (Cykl krzyzacki 2)

Author: Dariusz Domagalski

Narrator: Roch Siemianowski

Format: Unabridged

Length: 10 hrs and 20 mins

Language: English

Release date: 03-31-16

Publisher: Heraclon / storybox.pl

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

Drugi tom cyklu krzyzackiego. Tym razem glównym watkiem jest zamach planowany na Wladyslawa Jagielle i pokojowe próby rozwiazania konfliktu. Domagalski odslania przed nami kulisy wielkiej polityki poczatku XV stulecia. O wygranej wojnie decydowaly wtedy, nie tylko wygrane bitwy, ale równiez dzialania dyplomatów i tajnych sluzb. Poznajcie fakty, których nie znajdziecie w podrecznikach historii!

Please note: This audiobook is in Polish.

©2014 Dariusz Domagalski (P)2014 Storybox

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Titel: Der Bruder des Wolfs (Weitseher 2)

Autor:: Robin Hobb

Erzähler: Matthias Lühn

Format: Unabridged

Spieldauer: 31 hrs and 31 mins

Sprache: Deutsch

Veröffentlichungsdatum: 03-15-16

Herausgeber: Ronin - Hörverlag

Bewertung: 5 von 5 von 2 Stimmen

Kategorien: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers:

Fitz Chivalric hat bei der Verteidigung seines greisen Königs seine Gesundheit und beinahe auch seinen Verstand verloren. Doch König Listenreich bietet ihm keine Rache oder wenigstens Genugtuung. Schließlich war der Drahtzieher hinter Fitz' Verletzungen dessen eigener Onkel, der Sohn des Königs. Und der hat seine Pläne, um den Thron an sich zu reißen, nicht aufgegeben! Verzweifelt bemüht sich Fitz, die Intrigen des Prinzen zu durchkreuzen - und ahnt nicht, dass sein Schicksal längst besiegelt ist.

Dieses Hörbuch war bisher unter dem Titel "Der Schattenbote" erhältlich.

>> Diese ungekürzte Hörbuch-Fassung wird Ihnen exklusiv von Audible präsentiert und ist ausschließlich im Download erhältlich.

©2009 Heyne (P)2016 Ronin Hörverlag

Mitglieder Bewertungen:

Better than the original English!

A masterful performance by Matthias Lühn and excellent translation by the translator. I was curious to discover a German adaptation of the concept of "Forging", based on the name of the village Forge, and was a little disappointed that the translator side-stepped that wonderfully evocative concept that Hobb invented. But apart from that, I loved listening to this excellent reading and high-quality audio. Bravo!

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Titel: Himmel in Flammen (Drachenelfen 5)

Autor:: Bernhard Hennen

Erzähler: Detlef Bierstedt

Format: Unabridged

Spieldauer: 39 hrs and 34 mins

Sprache: Deutsch

Veröffentlichungsdatum: 03-11-16

Herausgeber: Random House Audio, Deutschland

Kategorien: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers:

Intrigen, verzweifelte Liebe und die alles entscheidende Schlacht am Ende der Zeiten.

Seit sieben Jahren tobt der Krieg um Nangog, und Drachen und Elfen stehen kurz vor der Niederlage. Eine letzte Schlacht am Himmel über der Goldenen Stadt soll die Wende bringen. Immer noch glaubt die Drachenelfe Nandalee, sich aus allem heraushalten zu können, doch dann zeigt sich, dass ihr Schicksal untrennbar mit dem Nachtatems verbunden ist. So werden sie und ihre Kinder zu Gejagten, die nirgends mehr auf Zuflucht hoffen dürfen. In der Stunde der Entscheidung aber geschieht das Unglaubliche: Die legendären Alben treten aus den Schatten...

©2016 / 2016 Bernhard Hennen / Heyne (P)2016 Random House Audio

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Title: Czarna wierzba (Diabu ogarek 1)

Author: Konrad T. Lewandowski

Narrator: Roch Siemianowski

Format: Unabridged

Length: 10 hrs and 35 mins

Language: English

Release date: 02-23-16

Publisher: Heraclon / storybox.pl

Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 2 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

Please note: This audiobook is in Polish.

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Titel: Das Fest von Aquesta (Riyria 5)

Autor:: Michael J. Sullivan

Erzähler: David Nathan

Format: Unabridged

Spieldauer: 10 hrs and 37 mins

Sprache: Deutsch

Veröffentlichungsdatum: 02-22-16

Herausgeber: Der Hörverlag

Kategorien: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers:

Der Erbe - in den Händen des Feindes. Die Hochzeit - eine tödliche Falle. Der Gegner - ein alter Bekannter.

Mit den Feierlichkeiten will Saldur, der Regent des Neuen Imperiums, das Schicksal seiner Widersacher endgültig besiegeln: Arista, die Hexe von Melengar, und Degan Gaunt, der Erbe Novrons, sollen öffentlich hingerichtet werden.

Um Arista und Gaunt zu retten, muss Hadrian am großen Turnier von Aquesta teilnehmen und einen Ritter töten. Royce hingegen jagt Merrick Marius, seinen größten Feind - und ältesten Freund. Gleichzeitig steht die Hochzeit der Imperatorin Modina an, der Höhepunkt der Feierlichkeiten, auf den schon bald ein tödlicher Unfall folgen wird...

©2016 J. G. Cotta'sche Buchhandlung Nachfolger GmbH, gegr. 1659, Stuttgart (P)2016 Der Hörverlag

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Title: NiDemon

Author: Shawn P. Cormier

Narrator: Jus Sargeant

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 48 mins

Language: English

Release date: 02-04-16

Publisher: Shawn Cormier

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

Fleeing the Nomadin, Ilien seeks aid from the last person he ever thought would give it. For his father, Gallund, is held prisoner by an enemy immune to Nomadin magic, an enemy who would use him to release an unthinkable evil upon the world. To rescue him, Ilien must forsake all he knows to be true. He must learn a forbidden magic. He must discover who he truly is, or become NiDemon.

Members Reviews:

Loved the 2nd book

For this book being the writer's second book, he's an excellent author. This book contains alot of mystery, the action is not excessive, and it's first and foremost a page turner. Ilien and Windy are following the guide of the Swan and you are introudced to Bulcrist a Nidemon and Pedustil a steam dragon. Upon meeting Bulcrist it's not clear if he's to be trusted or not. Ilien still doesn't know what he is and it's not clear who the prophised one is yet. Ilien has begun seeing more and more visions of what the future holds. He will also begin learning a new magic, the Untrue Language. Is Ilien Nomadin or Nidemon? Is he Reknemarken or the Creator?

If you are looking for more of a riproaring ride through a world filled with lots of mystery and magic, no matter your age, read the 2nd book in the Nomadin series. It does not fail to disappoint.

Nidemon - a worthy sucessor to Nomadin

Nidemon is Mr Cormier's second novel, and a worthy second in the series for Ilien and gang. In this story, Ilien must close a crossing that threatens the fabric of his world and, in the porcess, become that which he fears.

As with Nomadin, the writing is excellant, the flow and pace drawing the reader in and keeping them there. The subtle use of humour enhances the plot and comes across naturally. After all, we do not go through the day without laughing and joking a few times, so why should characters be any diferent? Although written for the YA market, adults will find enough in this story ro keep them entertained. As Phillip Pullman said in a recent interview, adults are turning to YA books because in them they find a good story written at a pace to make them want to turn the pages, whereas most books aimed at the adult market are too literate in that they overdo description and go for elaboration when good story telling would sufice.

In Nidemon you get a great story, well written, with an ending that leaves you wanting to read the third book in the series.

Nidemon is a more than worthy successor to Nomadin and I would heartily reccommend it.

I WANT BOOK 3!!!!

This is very simply a very good book.

Having read the first book, I thought I knew what to expect in the way of story. Boy, was I wrong! This story did something that most books don't do. It actually changed the boundaries of the original world that the story was contained in. In the first book, most of the mentions of the "Eastlander" were just brief. But the, Cormier takes us to the Eastland. Then, he talks of the worlds which are outside of Nadae, the original land of the first and second books, setting the stage for book 3.

I am very pleased and excited with the fast-paced storyline. I can complain all I want about how I want more character description, but that's just nitpicking. Overall, it's the character development throughout the story which makes it very readable.

Great Book, Mr. Cormier.

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Title: Tremontaine: Lies in Our Stars: Episode 9

Author: Paul Witcover

Narrator: Katherine Kellgren, Nick Sullivan, Sarah Mollo-Christensen

Format: Unabridged

Length: 1 hr and 30 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-27-16

Publisher: Serial Box

Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

Plots within plots ratchet up the intrigue in this week's installment of Tremontaine, the episodic web series set in Ellen Kushner's Swordpoint universe.

A moment of staggering inspiration and insight sets events in motion that have the potential to fracture friendships, shatter alliances, and remake the balance of power in the city...and the world. As Micah explores the implications of her discovery, and Rafe moves quickly to exploit them, Kaab is faced with a calamity that threatens not only her own future, but that of her family and the Kinwiinik people.

This episode is brought to you by guest writer Paul Witcover, who wants to thank Ellen Kushner and the rest of the Tremontaine writers' room for the chance to play in their sandbox.

"Lies in Our Stars" continues the 13-part serial, Tremontaine, presented by Serial Box. This prequel to the cult classic Swordspoint is brought to you by the collaborative effort of a team of writers under the creative direction of Ellen Kushner herself. Join the dance of swordplay and scandal, week after week, on SerialBox.com

Members Reviews:

Can't wait to read more

(This book was sent to me through Netgalley in exchange for an honest review)

This episode continues the gripping story of the series.

I'm so invested in the characters and on their personal journeys that I can't stop thinking about the episodes.

The plot keeps developing and the suspense keeps building up.

I still love Diane and her fantastic ability to play everyone around her. I also like the other characters and Micah has a special place in my heart but my favorite is still the cold Duchess of Tremontaine.

I can't wait to read the next episode and I hope I'll get to it soon.

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Title: Tremontaine: Heavenly Bodies (Episode 3)

Author: Joel Derfner

Narrator: Nick Sullivan, Katherine Kellgren, Sarah Mollo-Christensen, Ellen Kushner

Format: Unabridged

Length: 1 hr and 59 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-27-16

Publisher: Serial Box

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

Sex, intrigue, and murder spice the latest installment in the stunning new prequel to Ellen Kushner's beloved Riverside saga.

Rafe's academic troubles grow worse, but he finds comfort in surprising places. When Micah plunges into mathematical calculations that threaten to expose trade secrets long held close by Kaab's people, Kaab must do some quick thinking of her own. Meanwhile, Diane seeks to involve the house Balam in her intrigues, and the river yields up a mystery of its own.

This episode is brought to you by Joel Derfner, who dials up the heat in our play of passions.

Members Reviews:

Continued excellence

Now that the pieces are all on the board, the game can truly begin! We're starting to see who's who and what they want - now all that's left is to see who actually gets what they want.

Getting good

(This book was sent to me through Netgalley in exchange for an honest review)

In this episode, the characters' stories start to intertwine.

The plot is starting to develop but there's still a huge mystery surrounding some of the characters' actions.

There were some interesting developments that are making me want to read the next episode right now.

Each episode is part of a bigger story that the reader doesn't know much about.

The characters are amazing and this episode was funnier than I thought it would be.

I recommend this series to fantasy fans, just keep in mind that the first episodes might be a bit slow.