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Title: A Clash of Kings

Subtitle: Book 2 of A Song of Ice and Fire

Author: George R. R. Martin

Narrator: Roy Dotrice

Format: Unabridged

Length: 37 hrs and 12 mins

Language: English

Release date: 11-03-15

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 622 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

The complete, unabridged audiobook of A Clash of Kings.

HBOs hit series A Game of Thrones is based on George R. R. Martins internationally best-selling series A Song of Ice and Fire, the greatest fantasy epic of the modern age. A Clash of Kings is the second volume in the series.

Throughout Westeros, the cold winds are rising.

From the ancient citadel of Dragonstone to the forbidding lands of Winterfell, chaos reigns as pretenders to the Iron Throne of the Seven Kingdoms stake their claims through tempest, turmoil and war.

As a prophecy of doom cuts across the sky - a comet the colour of blood and flame - five factions struggle for control of a divided land. Brother plots against brother and the dead rise to walk in the night.

Against a backdrop of incest, fratricide, alchemy and murder, the price of glory is measured in blood.

Critic Reviews:

"A Game of Thrones grabs hold and wont let go. Its brilliant." (Robert Jordan)

"I read my eyes out. I couldnt stop until Id finished and it was dawn." (Anne McCaffrey)

"Colossal, staggering Martin captures all the intoxicating complexity of the Wars of the Roses or Imperial Rome in his imaginary world one of the greats of fantasy literature." (SFX)

Members Reviews:

If you are up to this, you are hooked

Carries on from 'Game of Thrones' and doesn't disappoint. Some characters have disappeared whilst others develop into excellent characters. What is so good about this story is that the characters are not two dimensional cartoon types. Their motivations, ambitions and fears project them through the story with enough twists and different outcomes you will never see coming. I hope the magic of this series doesn't end.

superb!

it is amazing! one ting only, could be better with more than one narrator but Roi doitrice is brillant on his own

Winter has come

Sommer went and winter is coming but fire awoke to touch the ice. How and when we will see.

Great reading again, Roy !

I love this man's voice, il fits GoT perfectly ! Except, this time, some voices and pronunciations of names were wrong (especially in Gendry's case). I wish they could be changed, but it would require him to reread the whole book. Other than that, it was really great, can't wait to start the third book.

Roy Dotrice is the grandmaster

Roy Dotrice is the grandmaster of audiobooks' performance. Having listened to some non-fiction before, I was at first reluctant to buy fiction audiobooks, but Roy makes the experience so compelling I sometimes felt I was living inside R. R. Martin's legend. Absolutely remarkable!

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Title: Closer to the Heart

Subtitle: The Herald Spy, Book Two

Author: Mercedes Lackey

Narrator: Nick Podehl

Format: Unabridged

Length: 10 hrs and 35 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-06-15

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 397 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

Mags was a Herald of Valdemar. But he had once lived the brutal life of a child slave. When he was Chosen by his Companion Dallen, his young life was saved, and he slowly adjusted to being well fed, educated, and treasured as a trainee in the Herald's Collegium at Haven. Singled out by the King's Own Herald, Mags would thrive in his secret training as a spy. His unusually strong Gift - an ability to Mindspeak and Mindhear anyone, not just others who were Gifted - made him a perfect undercover agent for the king.

A sequel to Mercedes Lackey's Closer to Home, this adventure continues Mags' journey as Valdemar's herald spy. Cover art by Jody A. Lee.

Members Reviews:

A good continuation of the series

If you enjoyed the last book you should fine this one to be satisfactory. This isn't action packed, but rather a continuation of Mag's life and explores his role life as a spy master. Amily has an equal and separate part in this story where she deals with politics at home while Mags will go off undercover on an investigation for the crown. I am happy at the pace this series is going and I would like to see a few more of them.

Good but but the same

It was good but it's a very similar story to the rest. overall it was okay

Hard to put Down

The author has woven many disparate threads, each representing it's own story line - and then merges them all masterly together by the conclusion. I marvel at her imagination.

The narrator is fantastic! I have started other books that I subsequently put down because of the of the narration. He uses inflections of voice and accentuation to deftly portray each character's individuality. I don't think anyone could do a better job.

Love Mags and Amily

Loved hearing the continuing story about these two! Have always loved the Herald books and really loved the Companions!!

It is really nice to have one narrator for all the books as well.

Non-story

You didnt love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities?

While the book is well written the story didn't have much to it, what transpired is part of a story not exactly a story I would put on its own. Also Mercedes' books always tend to have a slow start and get better - this book was mainly slow start and got better in the last hour of the book.

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Title: Atlantis

Subtitle: A Shrouded World, Book 2

Author: John O'Brien, Mark Tufo

Narrator: Sean Runnette

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 29 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-22-15

Publisher: Devil Dog Press

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1298 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

Jack, Mike and Trip were ripped from their loved ones and thrown into a dangerous world they know nothing about, relentlessly pursued by Night Runners, Zombies and terrifying new creatures known only as Whistlers.

Like their own worlds, civilization has collapsed and danger lurks around every corner. The trio can do nothing but march forward and attempt to find some answers - some way to escape from the nightmare. Seeking only to return to their families, they must navigate through the unknown.

Everything seems to be converging Atlantis. Will Jack, Mike and Trip find what they are looking for in the city? Or will they meet an end that none of them were prepared for?

Members Reviews:

Entertaining

I love the narration for this book, just like the others . Mark Tufo books always make you wonder what happens next. There is more to Tripp in this book, the story line does him more justice, than the others. After finishing I was left with so many unanswered questions. I will be first in line for the third book when it comes out. I finished this one in two days. The purchase is worth it, and I really, really, want to know what happens next!!!

Another great book by this dynamic duel

Having read the each authors work separately, for me, makes this series more enjoyable but having said that I can see how they are feeding the details from each of the characters past in bit by bit. It makes the story even more interesting and exciting and draws you into the story.

It is not bad, but not as awesome as it usual is.

Give me more of the story, less detail of how he walked across the room...

Mark and John teleport you into an amazing world

Where does A Shrouded World Book 2: Atlantis rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far?

top 5

What did you like best about this story?

This was a perfect continuation form the first book. The characters from two different writers joining together absolutely fantastic.

Have you listened to any of Sean Runnettes other performances before? How does this one compare?

I have, and he is as consistent he brings depth and emotion to all the characters.

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

when one of the characters are fending for themselves in this strange upside down world.

Any additional comments?

cannot wait for the next installment.

AWESOMENESS!

Looking forward to the next one! Will anyone else cross over or are the pieces in the game all cast?

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Title: Dragonbane

Author: Sherrilyn Kenyon

Narrator: Holter Graham

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 11 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-04-15

Publisher: Macmillan Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1012 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

Out of all the mysterious boarders who call Sanctuary home, no one is more antisocial or withdrawn than Maxis Drago. But then, it's hard to blend in with the modern world when you have a 50-foot wingspan.

Centuries ago he was cursed by an enemy who swore to see him fall. An enemy who took everything from him and left him forever secluded.

But Fate is a bitch, with a wicked sense of humor. And when she throws old enemies together and threatens the wife he thought had died centuries ago, he comes back with a vengeance. Modern-day New Orleans has become a battleground for the oldest of evils. And two dragons will hold the line or go down in flames in Dragonbane, the next explosive Dark-Hunter novel from number-one New York Times best-selling author Sherrilyn Kenyon.

Members Reviews:

Well, Hello Dragon!

Where does Dragonbane rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far?

I rank Dragonbane among the top rated audiobooks I have. Why, because it is one of the books I will listen to more than once.

What did you like best about this story?

We got to see the back story of Maxis Drago. I had been so curious about him from other Dark Hunter books, and now I got to see more about him.

Which scene was your favorite?

Finding out about all the power he truly has, how he came into that power, and hearing more about the power of Savitar. Now I can't wait until we get his full back story.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes, I wanted to listen to it in one sitting, but I also wanted to make it last until it was time for my new credits. I go through books so fast!

Any additional comments?

If you like the Dark Hunters, you will like this book. As always Sherrilyn Kenyon gives out just enough information to keep the story moving forward into the next book. Can't wait!

Sherrilyn Kenyon's Books Rock!!

SK is one of my favorite PNR authors and I have read or listened to almost all of her books at least once, some multiple times. Her stories have the right mix of action, humor and romance, which is why her books rock!

However, I love some of her books more than others and Dragonbane is probably my least favorite so far. Don't get me wrong, it was a great book and I loved Max's story. I just felt this story was a little all over the place and had too many characters for the length of the story. If the story had been a little bit longer, I think it would have been perfect.

Looking forward to the next book in the Dark Hunter's series but in the meantime at least we have the next League book coming out around 11.03.15 :-)

Very confusing....

It's always nice to add new characters in the mix but this book was confusing and hard to follow ( I listened to it twice but moved on before completing it the second time around) maybe I needed more explanation on these... Amazons?? that also shifted to dragons??? yet despised and hated and hunted and killed dragons?? ( head tilt) yea idk... The whole barrage of new folks ... some w AWFUL voices ( I love Holter this was just something weird ) I just found this book not as enjoyable as most SK books.. ( the last few have not been great either but I could at least finish)

No surprises.

this series needs some life breathed into the gut and the swords displaced into more character over all. I have listened to most of the books in this series. Thus the 3 stars because there is always something to like and enjoy about sk stories.

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Title: Dragonvein, Book One

Author: Brian D. Anderson

Narrator: Derek Perkins

Format: Unabridged

Length: 11 hrs and 11 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-14-15

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3674 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

Carentan, France, 1944 - Ethan Martin, a soldier in the 101st Airborne, is fighting for his life. But soon he will learn what peril truly is when he is ripped from his world and transported to a land of magic, swords, and dragons. And though the Nazis are now far, far away, danger is closer than ever.

The eternal emperor, Shinzan has destroyed the mages. Only a few dragons remain in exile. And now that Ethan - son of Praxis Dragonvein - has returned, he must destroy him as well. Faced with unimaginable power, Ethan has only one hope - to reach the dwarf kingdom of Elyfoss before Shinzan can find him.

Members Reviews:

Interesting Story but very light on in details.

I enjoyed the book, but the pacing was far too fast. Too many things happen to the character and not enough detail or time is spent setting up the premise. For examlpe this is supposed toe a 17 year old boy fighting in WW2. Bam he's in a Fantasy land and really doesn't question much. He can be stubborn and in denial but it is more as a plot device than how a realistic person would think things through. I did not feel like the character fit his description at all either, at no point does he find any use for his supposed parachute Airborne Division training at all. Not once does it give him an edge over any situation. He might as well have just been an orphaned farm boy for how it felt. The magic system is incredible weak and not well explored, by the main character or by anyone else. The main 'romance' aspects to the book focus on a 13 year old girl crushing really hard on our 17 year old MC and him trying to figure out how to tell her its inappropriate. She also falls madly in love with him out of nowhere, it didn't make a lot of sense.

I'm disappointed - I was really looking forward to this. the premise sounded great but the execution was just lacking. Great performance from the narrator though.

Alternate World w/ Dwarfs, Trolls, Dragons & Mages

The first book in the series was good and I liked it. I've even checked out the other two stories in the series that have been released, and from the description, I like where the series is heading so I will be continuing with the other books.

The narration was great, and I really enjoyed it!

BOY SCOUT

WHY DON'T YOU GO KISS A PIG

The main character is not really the star of the show. He is a pretty boring boy scout. Anderson should have made the 13 year old girl the main character. She has more character than anyone else. I listened to the first half of the book. Other than the portal, the only magic was a guy lighting a fire with his fingers. I heard about dwarfs, elves and mages but saw or heard of none in the first half. There were no dragons either. Maybe they appear in the second half? My experience tells me that any writer who takes over six hours to get interesting is not going to be interesting as a whole.

very captivating and enjoyed!

it was a little slow going to start but once gotten started if he immediately became a very quick and captivating book. I look forward to the next two or three books

Nice, interesrting new storyline

Even tho it is so far a bit predictable, it is a very worthwhile read, great fun, with good possibilities & various options now set up well for future books.

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Title: Mageborn: The Final Redemption

Subtitle: Mageborn Series, Book 5

Author: Michael G. Manning

Narrator: Todd McLaren

Format: Unabridged

Length: 20 hrs and 54 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-14-15

Publisher: Tantor Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 516 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

Rejected by all, Mordecai must learn to master the darkness within if he is to stop Mal'goroth from destroying humanity. Alone, he battles to control the malevolent magic that has consumed him as he searches for some way to turn his destructive new powers against the Dark Gods themselves. To win, he must somehow transform his own damnation into mankind's salvation.

Members Reviews:

Great book

Enjoyed the series so much that after a year I had to listen to it again. I hate incomplete endings that does nothing to satisfy. Not the case here. I felt whole and satisfied. Thanks

Goodness

Wow. this last book is such an increase in the story line. I was very impressed with the way the main character became two people.

Not great writing, poor editing. But great story

Really enjoyed this book. The writing is not good. The editing is flawed. The story is somewhat generic but compellingly told and performed.

Time well spent.

Full of magic, captivating, surprising, entertaining, human and above all brilliant.You will want to immerse in the worls Michel G.Manning created and find it hard to leave.

Great great ending in a wonderful story of a Mage.

I loved it, all of the books in this series were wonderfully executed. If you like magical origin stories, this is a must read.

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Title: The Price of Valor

Subtitle: The Shadow Campaigns, Book 3

Author: Django Wexler

Narrator: Richard Poe

Format: Unabridged

Length: 20 hrs and 46 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-07-15

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 284 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

In the latest Shadow Campaigns novel, Django Wexler continues his "epic fantasy of military might and magical conflict" following The Shadow Throne and The Thousand Names, as the realm of Vordan faces imminent threats from without and within.

In the wake of the king's death, war has come to Vordan. The deputies-general have precarious control of the city, but it is led by a zealot who sees traitors in every shadow. Executions have become a grim public spectacle. The new queen, Raesinia Orboan, finds herself nearly powerless as the government tightens its grip and assassins threaten her life. But she did not help free the country from one sort of tyranny to see it fall into another. Placing her trust with steadfast soldier Marcus D'Ivoire, she sets out to turn the tide of history.

As the hidden hand of the Sworn Church brings all the powers of the continent to war against Vordan, the enigmatic and brilliant general Janus bet Vhalnich offers a path to victory. Winter Ihernglass, newly promoted to command a regiment, has reunited with her lover and her friends only to face the prospect of leading them into bloody battle. And the enemy is not just armed with muskets and cannon. Dark priests of an ancient order, wielding forbidden magic, have infiltrated Vordan to stop Janus by whatever means necessary.

Members Reviews:

Pretty Good

This is much like the 1st and 2nd book, just of course, it's a continuation of the story. The story ended with a few loose ends, unanswered questions, and a few cliff hangers, so I think there must be a 4th book in the pipeline, but I don't know. The only complaint I have is that there wasn't very much back story in the beginning to remindime what happened in the first two books. I had to restart the book 3 times after listening for two, or three hours, just for me to remember the different characters, and get up to speed. As for the narrator, I really like him and he does a great job.

One of the best series I've listened to.

The character development is strong and story line captivating. the reader, Richard Poe makes this easy to listen to and he does a great job with the characters. Never got tired of it for a minute.

Erotic/Neurotic Escapades In A Flintlock Fantasy

As in both the previous books, both the author's craftsmanship and the narrator's excellent telling continue to be put on display in book 3. Unfortunately, so has the author's strange obsession with continued erotic encounters between Winter and Jane. Even worse, these romantic interludes have now regressed into arguments that come off like hissy fits. Since the romantic encounters only involve Winter (now a colonel leading a regiment of soldiers) and Mad Jane I'm left wondering whether the author has some fetish with lesbian love affairs?

I mean, seriously! If there was ever a novel that cemented the idea that fraternization between ranks needs to be prosecuted, this is it. On many occasions, these encounters caused significant problems while Winter was attempting to prosecute an ongoing war effort. A couple of times, Mad Jane got so emotional, she took her band of merry soldiers and went AWOL, once going on a drunk binge and scaring all the townspeople. Also, Winter is an emotional basket case with worry over her fear of loss of her lover.

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Title: The Sovereign of the Seven Isles Omnibus

Subtitle: Books 1-3

Author: David A. Wells

Narrator: Derek Perkins

Format: Unabridged

Length: 51 hrs and 16 mins

Language: English

Release date: 06-30-15

Publisher: Podium Publishing

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1097 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

Thinblade, book one:

When second son Alexander Valentine loses his brother to an assassin's arrow, he discovers that his family protects an ancient secret and reluctantly finds himself at the center of the final battle of a war that was supposed to have ended 2,000 years ago. Pursued by the dark minions of an ancient enemy, Alexander flees to the mountain city of Glen Morillian, where he discovers that he is the heir to the throne of Ruatha, one of the Seven Isles, but before he can claim the throne he must recover the ancient Thinblade. Thinblade is the story of Alexander's quest to find the ancient sword, claim the throne of Ruatha, and raise an army to stand against the enemy that has awoken to claim dominion over all of the Seven Isles.

Sovereign Stone, book two:

After gaining entrance to Blackstone Keep and recovering the legendary Thinblade, Alexander must seek out the Sovereign Stone, and quickly. Contained within the ancient teardrop ruby is the secret of Wizard's Dust, the source of magic and the one thing that will ultimately decide the final battle of the Reishi War. Prince Phane will stop at nothing to lay claim to the Stone and with it the world.

Mindbender, book three:

War has erupted across the Seven Isles. Alexander has recovered the Sovereign Stone, and much to his surprise it has bonded to him, revealing the truth of his bloodline and his duty. He is the Seventh Sovereign of the Seven Isles and champion of the Old Law. Fleeing the wrath of Prince Phane, Alexander has traveled through the Reishi Gate to Ithilian in search of an alliance, only to discover that Ithilian is facing the threat of invasion as well. Alexander struggles to bring the army of Ithilian to his aid while secretly searching for information about his unique magical calling, information that he desperately needs if he is to have any chance against Phane. What he finds is beyond anything he imagined.

Members Reviews:

Regret.

I regret buying. Plenty of content, but very basic writing skills. Won't finish the series.

Repetitive in spots. Got better as it went on.

The first book was extremely repetitive but it did get better as it went on. Debating on following up with listening to book 4, not sure if it's worth the audible credit.

Predictable, repetitive and full of clichés

I'm finding it hard to say anything positive about the Seven Isles. There doesn't seem to be a fantasy/D&D trope or cliché that wasn't used in this book. All characters are completely black and white, and don't deviate a bit from the expected stereotypes. The main character can even see with their mage-sight if people are good or evil (and there's rarely anything between the two extremes). There also seems to be little reason why people act as they do, except, well, because they're either good or evil.

Storyline is pretty linear, Alexander keeps running around doing things they need to do to advance their quest. There is plenty of action, but any tension feels ruined by how perfectly things always turn out. The hero of the story seems to only ever make mistakes, so he can thoughtfully reflect on how not-quite-perfect he still is. And naturally, the main characters will always be saved at the very last moment, often multiple times during the same fight and after an interposed explanation of how dire their situation is.

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Title: The Fate's Forsaken Omnibus

Subtitle: Books 1-2 and Prequel Novella

Author: Shae Ford

Narrator: Derek Perkins

Format: Unabridged

Length: 37 hrs and 56 mins

Language: English

Release date: 06-30-15

Publisher: Podium Publishing

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1269 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

Books 1, 2, and the prequel novella of the Fate's Forsaken series. The series follows the adventures of Kael: a young man who is thrust from his home in the Unforgivable Mountains and onto a hero's path. The journey is long, the battles are fierce - nearly all of his companions are outlaws. And Kael's rotten bad luck seems to make everything worse. This is his story.

©2012 Shae Ford (P)2015 Podium Publishing

Members Reviews:

A Good Series

This omnibus was very enjoyable. Can be enjoyed by adults and YA. There is violence and blood but no cussing or sex. I like to check out omnibus recordings as it gives me a chance to check out authors I otherwise would not take a chance on due to the minimal recording time. Anything less than 20 hours the author would have to be up there with Robert Jordan, etc.

Fantasy with light romance

Solid gold performance by narrator Derik Perkins. I enjoyed the entire series, both reading and listening to it. As for the quality of the storytelling, I'd give the stories in this omnibus an average of 3.5, but I'd give books 3 and 4 (not included) a slightly higher score. I'd give the series 3.9 stars max, as a whole.

Told in 3rd person, this series seems to be aimed at YA - adult. PG-13. No sex or cussing, but there is bloody violence.

HARBINGER is the first full-length novel in the Fate's Forsaken fantasy series, involving humans, dragons, mages, giants, mots (midget humans), pirates, whisperers, and shape-changer animals. I liked it more than SLIGHT AND SHADOW, but both books are fairly good (see quibbles below).

As for plot, the premise is logical, and even though it's nothing new, it's got the makings of a good fantasy. The plot is simple. This is not the kind of brain-taxing fantasy that has a complex magical system or convoluted socio-political arrangement. Some of the action scenes are excellent (especially the chapter called "The Tempest" in HARBINGER, and the final battle against Lord Gilderick and his fallows in Book 2, SLIGHT AND SHADOW.)

The genre is fantasy-with-light-romance, I'd say. By the fourth and final book, there's a bit too much romance for my taste, but I'd be happy with none at all. This series is fairly light in tone, with feel-good scenes of camaraderie and conviviality, interspersed with a few heartbreaking grim-dark scenes (murder, butchery, slavery, starvation). The writing style flows, making it easy to follow. There's a sprinkling of light humor throughout. I smiled and chuckled a few times.

Themes: Coming of age. Friendship, loyalty, faith. Abomination versus acceptance. Interspecies relations. A kingdom in peril. Destiny, Fate, and Death. A prophecy. An orphan child with no clue about his true nature. Shades of Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings.

CHARACTERS: Protagonists are plentiful: Kael, Amos, Roland, Kyleigh the dragon girl, Aerilyn, Captain Lysander the pirate, Jonathan, Jake the Mage, Elena, Nadine the mot, Blood Fang, Eveningwing, etc.

Villians: Bullies Marc and Laomoth. The treacherous King Craven is suitably evil, but he's not a one-dimensional prop. His warlord Titus is canny, ambitious, and vicious. His head magician Ulric delights in torture but is not as shrewd as he believes. His seer Argon is an enigma we don't resolve till book 4.

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Title: The Godling Chronicles Omnibus

Subtitle: Books 1-3

Author: Brian D. Anderson

Narrator: Derek Perkins

Format: Unabridged

Length: 35 hrs and 55 mins

Language: English

Release date: 06-30-15

Publisher: Podium Publishing

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1798 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

The Sword of Truth, book 1: Darkness comes as a new power rises in Angrääl. The Dark Knight has betrayed the gods and stolen The Sword of Truth, trapping them in heaven. With the power of the Sword, he can reshape the world and bring death to all who oppose him. Only one thing stands between the darkness and the light - Gewey Stedding. Only he has the power to stand against the oncoming storm. Only he can mend the world. But only if he can discover his power.Of Gods and Elves, book 2: Armies gather for war in the frozen land of Angrääl, threatening to set the world ablaze. The elves are divided and scattered, and humans fall prey to the dark influence of the Reborn King. Now Gewey is faced with his greatest challenge yet: unite the world of elf and human before it is too late.The Shadow of Gods, book 3: Valshara has fallen, and the forces of Angrääl are advancing. For the first time, human and elf must shed blood as one in order to stem the tide of evil. But new hope has arisen. From across the Western Abyss, a people long forgotten have returned. However, hope comes at its own price. Gewey must choose between his bond of love and his duty to the world he is struggling to save.

Members Reviews:

A strong story and very well narrated

The story has depth with multiple trails will interlaced without overwhelming the reader. The narration was superb. Both character voices and wonderful inflection. The best way to describe it. you forget your own world and you live in this one

Gosling chronicles

Awesome! Couldn't stop listening. Very creative.

I would recommend this to all my friends and family.

Meandering Tale, weak characters

Any additional comments?

While I did listen to the whole thing, I found myself getting annoyed by characters who repeatedly say they must be "ever vigilant" because the villain is out to get them, are never vigilant. Not only that, but they are met everywhere they go by "agents of the villain" that seem to know everything about them, even though they would have no possible way of having the information. For instance; early on, the hero leaves his home with ONE other person, and along the road they meet an elf, and eventually the one other person's servant finds them. Yet the next town they come to, they're met by someone who knows all of them...by NAME. I grew tired of the enemy being all seeing, all knowing, and having machinations set with no possible way of having the knowledge he was privvy to. And despite the all powerful enemy, I never once felt that there was any chance of them failing at anything. Everything just comes too easy to the heroes who rarely do anything truly heroic. They just sort of move along till the next thing happens, and then through some sort of Deus Ex Machina, overcome it.

The setting is interesting, as is the take on magic, but not enough to overcome the characters and plot.

The narration is done well, although I had a hard time at times understanding the character names, as he tends to swallow his opening or ending of names. Gewey, Huey, Gewin...it took me about 1/2 the first book to figure his name was Gewey. It's the same for many of the other characters.