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Title: The Grand Tour

Subtitle: The Dreamland, Book 3

Author: Jody Lynn Nye

Narrator: Keith Szarabajka

Format: Unabridged

Length: 13 hrs and 20 mins

Language: English

Release date: 02-25-13

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

Where does your mind go in sleep? To the Dreamland, an ever-changing landscape drawn by sleeping minds in the Waking World.

Chuck Meadows, a Visitor from the Waking World, is on a quest through the Dreamland to find the reason for the deep misery of his soul. With the other members of the group, he must solve the puzzle before it literally tears him apart. But some Dreamlanders resent the intruders and have a secret weapon that even a Visitor cannot withstand. Unaware of the doom that awaits him and his companions, Chuck must learn the truth about the Dreamland and about himself before it's too late.

Members Reviews:

Each time I read Dune I become richer

I'm not actually sure how many times I've read Dune; every decade maybe. It is extraordinary how each time I do it speaks of something different to me as I age. My first read as a young teen in the '70s was overwhelming with words and scenes I'd never experienced before. It was magical and one of the mind expanding elements of the New Age. Now, in 2017, it comes full circle to the fears of environmental impact and government off the beam. I've aged, and the story still offers an amazingly lucid reflection of reality. I highly recommend it across anyone's life span.

My grandsons introduced me to these books.

Science fiction isn't my usual choice but my grandsons recommended this series to me. I've enjoy this book so much, I bought the other five and am looking for foreward to reading them. Very different and captivating. Found out, my son introduced these books to his nephews.

Always a Classic

This was my second time reading this book, the first time having been in the mid-1970s. It's story is timeless and as relevant today as it was then. Classic storytelling never goes out of style. The late Mr. Herbert was and will always be one of my favorite authors. An excellent read!

Long time since I read this

With all the new stories from Chapter House through the end and although Herbert and whoever combinations it was interesting to go back and reread the god emperor particularly the ending. Great characters great story great stuff Classic Dune. The new books are fun but they don't really carry the weight of the Frank Herbert classics.

Thoroughly enjoyable sci-fi read

Thoroughly enjoyable. A must if you are a sci-fi fan. Herbert does a great job creating this story set in the distant future, where Earth is more of a myth to the current humans. It's clear to see how many other sci-fi stories find their origins here. It seemed to me that "Dune" holds up very well with time, and in some ways it's seems like it might even be more interesting now in light of all that's going on in the world today. If you were unfortunate enough to have seen the 80's movie with Sting, please don't be put off by that horrible travesty of a movie.

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Title: Daughter of Hauk

Subtitle: The Raven Chronicles, Book 1

Author: KateMarie Collins

Narrator: June Miyasaki

Format: Unabridged

Length: 11 hrs and 3 mins

Language: English

Release date: 02-22-13

Publisher: Solstice Publishing

Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 3 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

For the orphaned elf, Arwenna, life had treated her kindly. Her human foster parents raised her well, preparing her for life as a cleric of the God, Silas. The illusion shattered when she was convicted of treason by the Paladins of Silas and executed. Death wasn't the paradise she expected. Tortured by demons, the layers of lies that had clouded her mind began to peel away. She'd been tricked into betraying Senyan, a man she thought she loved. Her skills had been used to bind the Demon Lord, Corse, to him. She was never intended to serve Silas. Arwenna bore the mark of a Daughter of Hauk. Would Hauk give her the chance to stop Corse from fully manifesting in the world? And would she be able to save Senyan from the abyss she helped send him to?

Members Reviews:

For all those D&D fans out there!

If you grew up, like I did, playing Dungeons and Dragons and reading about Gord the Rogue, you're going to love this book. The beginning threw me, I must admit. You don't normally begin reading a book where in the first scene the main character gets executed. It wasn't a trick like I assumed it was, she really was dead. However, that's the beauty of the fantasy genre--just because a character's dead it doesn't mean they stay that way. Just ask RA Salvatore's Wulfgar. Arwenna is brought back to life and finds out that her life has been a lie. She's been a pawn in a game she didn't know she was playing and she's not going to take it anymore. She's a very strong female character even though a few of her companions want to keep her wrapped up in cotton wool she's determined to be the author of her own story. If you're a fan of Icewind Dale or the Dragonlance Chronicles this book is for you. Now, I need to know what happens next so I'll be checking out the second one and waiting for the next!

A well-plotted fantasy quest that leaves me wanting more

Arwenna has her head chopped off and is then tortured in a hell dimension. Through some miracle, she is resurrected and given another chance. This is when she learns she has a greater calling, one that will test her mettle at every turn.

KateMarie Collins captures the reader on the very first page. Her characters are strong, both male and female, and they all show their weaknesses as well as their strengths no matter what situation they're in. Collins knowledge of fantasy, especially quest fantasy, is easily comparable to Robert Jordan and his Wheel of Time series. Never before have I encountered an author capable of giving me the deep understanding of a quest well searched, a battle well fought, nor characters who live and love such as these do.

This book has the feel of the beginning of a wonderful series, and I hope Collins sees fit to give us another quest for Arwenna and her group in the near future. Those who loved Jordan's masterful series will find a new author to live in KateMarie Collins.

Magical, mythical, wonderful

KateMarie Collins's "Daughter of Hauk" was sent for review.

Ms. Collins debut novel is a powerfully and beautifully written tale that takes place in a mythical land. I will not give the story away, as one must become engrossed in the story as I was, in order to fully appreciate the creative nuances of Collin's writing style.

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Title: Dragon War

Subtitle: Land Between the Rivers, Book 2

Author: Mark Acres

Narrator: Danny Campbell

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 18 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-25-13

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

An ancient power is now reborn.... Seeking to deliver their land from the reign of a tyrannical king, mortal thief Bagsby and elf-mage Shulana fulfill an ancient prophecy. They steal a set of mystical golden eggs and hatch the first dragons in more than 5,000 years!

Members Reviews:

An enjoyable but rushed and incomplete conclusion

"Dragon War" is the second and final book in the "Land Between the Rivers" saga. Written by Mark Acres, Dragon War's story continues the journeys of the pudgy little thief named Bagsby and his companions Shulana the female elven mage, George and enemy deserter soldier and Marta a vengeful war refugee. Having successfully "acquired" the Golden Eggs of Parona Bagsby and friends set out to deliver them to the Elven Preserve where the ancient Elven Covenant will determine their fate. Bagsby of course being the roguish sort has his own agenda much to the surprise of his companions. Here are my thoughts on Dragon War;

Pros

+ Engaging prologue and back teaser.

+ Explains the backstory well, not necessary to have read the first book.

+ Author clearly draws ideas from the Dungeons & Dragons RPG.

+ Adult fantasy theme. Note: Some things may not please more sensitive readers. Examples include decapitation & throat slitting.

+ Enjoyed the concept of Elves warring with Dragons for centuries.

+ Non stereo-typical characters with the heroes who often walk the line between right and wrong. Favorites were Bagsby, Shulana and Valdaimon.

+ Author provided a description of the world's pantheon and the portfolio's the gods encompassed (War, Harvest, Death etc.).

+ Detailed descriptions of characters make it easy to visualize them.

Cons

- Serious plot hole is overlooked. At the end of Dragonspawn, the rogue Nebuchar crushes and kills Valdaimon's crow familiar yet at the very beginning of Dragon War his crow is alive, well and spying on Bagsby again. It makes no sense and it's never explained. It really bothered me and I'm not sure how the author could have overlooked this.

- Abrupt and lackluster ending. It felt extremely rushed and the end battle was virtually non-existent.

- The dragons have bland names. Scratch and Lifefire.

- Some of the most interesting factions/people/things are never used or underutilized. Examples include the League of the Black Wing, the reborn dragons, Valdaimon's magic, priests of the Holy Alliance etc..

- Author uses the name Elrond as the "common" name for one of the oldest elves in the realm while his "true" name is Lelolan.

- It's unknown what happens to the evil despot Prince Ruprecht or his general Culdus.

- Bagsby and Shulana's relationship just feels odd if not a bit forced.

- No world map, yet the author clearly spelled out the majority of the land. I felt not including a map was a miss.

Dragon War ended up being rather disappointing considering how much I enjoyed Dragonspawn. As I mentioned it felt incredibly rushed (like the author had a deadline the next morning and stayed up all night trying to finish the story) and incomplete. There were lots of great ideas and story arcs Acres could have explored but just never did. It felt like he gave up trying to be creative, didn't want to finish the story and just decided to end it with a quick resolution without bothering to expand on an interesting story.

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Title: Suffering Rancor

Author: Andy R. Bunch

Narrator: Mike Gurdy

Format: Unabridged

Length: 13 hrs and 49 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-08-13

Publisher: Andy Bunch

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

In a world without magic, an ancient evil arises from myth to rule the known realms. Only two teenagers from impossibly different backgrounds stand in his way. Before they can stop a magic sucking litch, Princes Ambria and Greymar of the Swamp must find each other and discover their own power. No one believes Rancor has returned but our heroes...but do they believe in themselves.

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Title: The King

Subtitle: The Dark Elf of Syron, Book 3

Author: Laura Lond

Narrator: A. T. Chandler

Format: Unabridged

Length: 1 hr and 58 mins

Language: English

Release date: 12-13-12

Publisher: Laura Lond

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

King Gelleran is facing a dilemma. The dangerous dark elf he holds captive and uses as his protection from the neighboring country of Kerbia has drawn the attention of Welmar, a kingdom even more powerful. The Welmarians have offered a generous sum for the prisoner; refusing the offer could mean war.

As the king tries to find a way to handle this, he learns a devastating news: Things are not as they appeared, and the prisoner he thought securely jailed is playing a game of his own, threatening vengeance if it's not played by his rules.

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Title: The Weirwoods

Author: Thomas Burnett Swann

Narrator: Timothy Patrick Hinkle

Format: Unabridged

Length: 5 hrs and 2 mins

Language: English

Release date: 11-21-12

Publisher: John Betancourt

Ratings: 2 of 5 out of 2 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

In the time of the Etruscans, the half-forgotten civilization that preceded Rome, centaurs, fauns, and other manlike races still existed alongside humanity. Between mankind and the Weir Ones was constant fear and distrust. When the arrogant nobleman Lars Velcha enslaved one of these creatures, the fear and distrust turned into open warfare.

The Weirwoods is an unforgettable novel of mystery and magic at the dawn of history, by the celebrated author of Lady of the Bees and The Green Phoenix.

Members Reviews:

Prejudice and friendship

Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not?

Yes. The message of the story about accepting our friends with their strengths and weaknesses is interesting.

What was the most interesting aspect of this story? The least interesting?

The female characters show the most growth, and were what kept me listening.

Which character as performed by Timothy Patrick Hinkle was your favorite?

The lady water nymph/magician was my favorite. She is memorable for the way she revealed the society of the weir people and for her growth.

Was The Weirwoods worth the listening time?

Yes. It started a little slow, but kept my interest the whole way. It is quite short.

Any additional comments?

The music was a nice addition.

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Title: The Pentacle of Light Series, Book 3: Talisman of Protection

Author: Joel M. Andre

Narrator: Lucas D. Smith

Format: Unabridged

Length: 1 hr and 8 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-24-12

Publisher: Joel M. Andre

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 7 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

A time so very long ago decided the very fate of our race. Men and women once survived below the Earth's crust. Our faces, banished from the warmth of the sun, and left to the darkness and the cold stone.

Our tale has been told so many times by so many different people. Yet, no one heeds the warnings, and the message of the tale is lost from generation to generation. The time is coming again, oh so very soon it will be upon us. Darkness will fall upon the Earth, and one of the five races will reign supreme.

Follow an epic tale where Vampires, Witches, Elementals, Demons, and Humans once ruled the land. Experience the power of the Pentacle of Light, and lose yourself in a new world of fantasy.

In the third part, Moira and her sister uncover a Talisman of protection. The history of Gerwulf is continued.

**This title is part of a weekly serial.**

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Title: Dragon's Knight

Author: Carol L. Dennis

Narrator: Tara Tyler

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 18 mins

Language: English

Release date: 02-07-12

Publisher: Wildside Press LLC

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

THEY ARE HUMANS - AND DRAGONS. HEROES - AND FRIENDS. MAGICAL - AND MIGHTY. AND SO ARE THEIR KIDS! NOW A LAND OF GODS NEEDS THEM ALL...

Jarl Koenig thinks his children and witch-wife, Mirza, are safely vacationing on the wonderworld Realm. Until Faf, a baby dragon, pops through the dimensions to California and gives Jarl some grim news: The vile Shadowlord is holding Mirza prisoner on Achaea, planet of Greek myths. And unless she helps the wizard suck the lifeforce from the mystic Bright One who dwells in Achaea's sun, the Shadowlord will kill Jarl and Mirza's three adventurous children.

But the kids have their own magic powers, and friends: dragons Fafnoddle, Ebony, and rambunctious little Faf, as well as the young of the cosmic dragonlord Wyrd. Soon their father will join them, braving the perils of unknown Achaea to search for his wife. All the while the Shadowlord's evil grows and grows... until dragons, young heroes, and gods must battle a mad scheme to murder a world, a star--and perhaps all creation....

Members Reviews:

better suited for pre teens

The second of the trilogy, this books is slightly more interesting with the addition of the Greek Gods as characters, but the storyline, characters and plot are still very simplistic and more suited for the younger readers. A large portion of the story involves the three children of Jarl as well as a young dragon, who constantly pops in and out of the situation. Some of the quips are amusing, but it gets old after a while. Pre teens will like this second installment, as it focuses more on the children, but adults will find it a simplistic and boring story.

Fun fantasy, with Greek mythology!

This is the 2nd book of a currently 3 book series. The next is Dragon's Queen. My detailed rating would be 4.5 for this book. The last book, Dragon's Queen, is the best at 4.9. The Shadowlord is once again trying to create a universal gate, but now on Achea. Mirza and Lealor get captured and need rescue again. But this is a world of Greek gods, and Jarl needs to be VERY careful. Gods don't like uppity mortals! And all the other children are sticking little fingers in the situation, too! What's a father to do? Greek mythology buffs will probably get an extra kick out of this book, but truly it drags a bit more than the other 2 books.

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Title: The Crow

Subtitle: The Third Book of Pellinor

Author: Alison Croggon

Narrator: Colin Moody

Format: Unabridged

Length: 18 hrs and 32 mins

Language: English

Release date: 02-03-12

Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

As this enthralling epic nears its climax, the young heroines brother discovers his own hidden gift and the role he must play in battling the Dark. Hem is a weary orphan whose struggle for survival ends when he is reunited with his lost sister, Maerad. But Maerad has a destiny to fulfill, and Hem issent to the golden city of Turbansk, where he learns the ways of the Bards and befriends a mysterious white crow. When the forces of the Dark threaten, Hem flees with his protector, Saliman, and an orphan girl named Zelika to join the Lights resistance forces. It is there that Hem has a vision and learns that he, too, has a part to play in Maerads quest to solve the Riddle of the Treesong. Alison Croggon creates a world of astounding beauty overshadowed by a terrifying darkness, a world where Maerad and Hem must prepare to wage their final battle for the Light.

Members Reviews:

The Crow by Alison Croggan

I enjoyed this book very much but was very disappointed that the narrator was not the same as the previous two books of Pellinor. I can see why a man was felt to be more suitable for this volume, but Colin Moody's voice is not an easy one to listen to. After enjoying Eloise Oxer's reading of the first two books of Pellinor, Colin Moody was a big disappointment!

NOOOOooooooooooo............

I really, really enjoyed listening to the first two books in this series. I've gotten well hooked on Maerad's journey and want to know what happens. As a writer myself, I understand the importance, when you have several key characters, to delve into each one's story and bring them all together at the end.

But the change in narrator, for me, makes this book impossible to listen to. I had so very much gotten into the tone and rhythm of Eloise Oxer's voice, that this change to a male narrator was very, very jarring and shocking.

I get that as this book is mostly about the male characters, and so might be read best with a male voice, it just doesn't work for me. Colin Moody entire pace and accent is all wrong when compared to the previous 2 books. I found speeding it up to 1.25 speed helped some, but not enough.

I've made the decision to skip this book all together and move on to the final book. I hope there is enough preamble in that book to fill in some of the missing pieces. If not, will just have to make it up as I go.

Gutted.

Read like a series of lists

The story is fantastic. The narration lacks affect except for generic nondescript foreign accents. I have listened to the other books in this series 2 or 3 times but I haven't been able to listen to this past a few chapters. Why they didn't stay with Eloise Oxer makes no sense to me.

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Title: Lincoln and the Dragon

Author: Scott William Carter

Narrator: Gary L Willprecht

Format: Unabridged

Length: 1 hr and 52 mins

Language: English

Release date: 12-30-11

Publisher: Flying Raven Press

Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 5 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

The fateful first of January. That's how Abraham Lincoln described New Year's Day in 1841, the day he temporarily broke off his engagement with Mary Todd.

Although this fact is well known among historians, what is not known is what else happened that day - when a deranged, dimension-hopping descendant of a Confederate general attempted to assassinate Lincoln long before he became the 16th President of the United States.

When the madman's plan goes awry, Lincoln finds himself stranded in the land of Howander, a world populated by brave knights, drafty castles, and a princess terribly scarred by a one-eyed dragon who's promised to return for her on her upcoming birthday. As he finds himself falling for the princess, Lincoln must make a choice: stay and fight the dragon, or heed the call of his dark dreams, which offer him tantalizing glimpses of his native country's future - a country which may need a hero even more than this one.

Scott William Carter's first novel, The Last Great Getaway of the Water Balloon Boys, was hailed by Publishers Weekly as a "touching and impressive debut." His short stories have appeared in dozens of popular magazines and anthologies, including Asimov's, Analog, Ellery Queen, Realms of Fantasy, and Weird Tales. He lives in Oregon with his wife, two children, and thousands of imaginary friends.

Members Reviews:

Good story well told.

Where does Lincoln and the Dragon rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far?

We listen to audiobooks quite often and this ranks very high with the narrator's ablility to draw in and hold the attention of the listener. The character voices were consistent and inventive, also clearly defined.

What did you like best about this story?

I liked that is was about the hard choices that people have to make, knowing there are tradeoffs when we choose.

Which scene was your favorite?

When Lincoln met the black man Rashon who was wanting to give him a hint of his role in the future, but couldn't say much because of the Code.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

When Lincoln had to choose between the love that was easy and natural (the Princess) and the love that would be more difficult (Mary Todd).

Any additional comments?

I would recommend this fun book to people of all ages. I would like to listen to more books by this great narrator, Gary L. Willprect as well.