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Title: Apprentice Swordceror

Subtitle: Blademage Saga, Book 1

Author: Chris Hollaway

Narrator: Jamie du Pont MacKenzie

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 36 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-17-14

Publisher: Chris Hollaway

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 148 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

Apprentice Swordceror, the first volume of the Blademage Saga, is a debut novel that tells the story of a young man trapped between the separate and incompatible worlds of Wizards and Warriors. The main character, Kevon, is easily identified with, possessing the raw talent we all wish we had, and the naiveté we hope we lack. His journey through betrayal, love, loss, and personal growth is accentuated by the friends and allies that he comes to surround himself with. The story will appeal to classic fantasy fans, while the different angles on magic and standard fantastical races will satisfy those who need something different than the usual fare.

Members Reviews:

Where's the ending?"?"?

This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more?

The book itself was ok! I would ,erecomend it to any teen who likes this kind of fantasy. However I believe there should be a disclaimer that the book is shoddily finished in order to make way for a sequel!!!

What was most disappointing about Chris Hollaways story?

Ending

What didnt you like about Jamie du Pont MacKenzies performance?

Performance was ok . Not great!

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

Book was good till the end which makes the whole listen seem worthless.

Any additional comments?

No!

Can't wait for the next book

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I recommend this to any Syfy Fantasy read good read.

What did you like best about this story?

If magic were real it would be plausible.

Have you listened to any of Jamie du Pont MacKenzies other performances before? How does this one compare?

not that I am aware of

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

YES

Light good listen

Short light story that moves forward at a reasonable pace. Not an overly complex theme, but interesting non the less.

interesting storyline

it took to long to build to the climax and the climax left me unsatisfied with the ending.

horrible

i really can't believe i even listened to the whole thing. It may be fine for a 12 year old starting to listen to audio books, but not for adults. it was very juvenile.

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Title: Mistress of the Empire

Author: Janny Wurts, Raymond E. Feist

Narrator: Tania Rodrigues

Format: Unabridged

Length: 32 hrs and 1 min

Language: English

Release date: 08-14-14

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 56 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

Book three in the magnificent Empire Trilogy by best-selling authors Raymond E. Feist and Janny Wurts. Welcome to the final play of the game. Now revered as the Servant of the Empire, Mara of the Acoma is in more danger than ever before. Not only does she face threats from the brotherhood of assassins and the cunning spies of rival ruling houses, but she has attracted the attention of the awesome Assembly of Magicians, who see her as a threat to their power.

But Mara has not reached her position through luck or accident of fate. Surrounded on all sides by enemies determined to bring her down, Mara must draw on her deepest resources to secure her place as Mistress of the Empire once and for all.

Mistress of the Empire is the stunning final book in Feist and Wurts' epic trilogy - one of the most successful fantasy collaborations of all time.

Critic Reviews:

"A gripping tale" (The Times)

"Epic scope vivid imagination a significant contribution to the growth of the field of fantasy." (Washington Post)

"Well-written intelligent intriguing." (Publishers Weekly)

Members Reviews:

Regarded as a brilliant standalone!

I am not ashamed to say, I did not read the prequels to this Book 3 of the Empire Trilogy - Daughter of the Empire and Servant of the Empire. However, perhaps it's because I did not, that I found the Mistress of the Empire and the characters to be so unexpectedly fascinating and witty. Perhaps if I had read the other Books, I may not have been so frequently lost with the numerous names/characters, understood a little more of warring factions/houses and the true extent of the political and emotional turmoil experienced by the characters; I might have also appreciated the fantasy world so vividly described. Notwithstanding, because the authors possess such astounding skill and intellect, reflecting ever so often to events or issues that arose in the previous Books, I was able to absorb and thoroughly enjoy this Book 3, appreciating the different dynamics to the gripping tale; that of politics, altruism, economics (trade, commerce, slavery), war (fighting/action), culture ( rich, ingrained, different and competitive), romance, loss, loyalty, epic fantasy (featuring magic and mystical creatures), etc - this Book/Trilogy is so "all-encompassing", there's something to keep everyone engaged!!. I do not think reading the end of the Trilogy first will put me off reading the other Books, if anything, I'm now feeling compelled to start it from the beginning and will be excited to read the last Book again!!

Fabulous! unputdownable!

Constant twists and turns, clever writing. plots and intrigue. loved it, cant wait for the next!

Great scope, brilliant story

fantastic book. well worth reading alone or along side the riftwar saga. I'd highly recommend to and epic fanstasy lover

Brilliant narration of brillians books

Would you consider the audio edition of Mistress of the Empire to be better than the print version?

The suspense that builds up in the audio version at numerous key points feels even more intense than those same points in the print version.

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Title: Red Rising

Author: Pierce Brown

Narrator: Tim Gerard Reynolds

Format: Unabridged

Length: 16 hrs and 10 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-07-14

Publisher: Avid Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 26 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

Earth is dying. Thousands of workers, who live in the vast caves beneath Mars, mine the precious elements that will make the planet habitable. They are Earths only hope. Until the day Darrow learns that its a lie. Mars has been habitable - and inhabited - for generations. Darrow disguises himself and infiltrates their society, intent on taking them down. But the surface is a battlefield - and Darrow isn't the only one with an agenda.

Critic Reviews:

"Ender's Game meets The Hunger Games in the first in an extraordinary trilogy from an incredible new voice in science-fiction and fantasy"

"The writing is excellent and the story is better. This is one terrific fantasy book, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to anyone." Terry Brooks, author of The Sword of Shannara

"The heart-stopping excitement of the Hunger Games meets the pulse-pounding majesty and complexity of Game of Thrones, all wrapped up in the visionary beauty and melancholy of Blade Runner... A shot of adrenalin for your imagination." (Star Magazine)

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Title: Shattered

Subtitle: The Iron Druid Chronicles, Book 7

Author: Kevin Hearne

Narrator: Christopher Ragland

Format: Unabridged

Length: 11 hrs and 7 mins

Language: English

Release date: 06-30-14

Publisher: Hachette Audio UK

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 98 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

The acclaimed author Kevin Hearne returns with a brand-new novel in his epic urban fantasy series starring the unforgettable Atticus O'Sullivan.

For nearly 2,000 years, there was only one Druid left walking the Earth - Atticus O'Sullivan, the Iron Druid, whose sharp wit and sharp sword kept him alive while pursued by a pantheon of hostile deities. Now he's got company.

Atticus' apprentice, Granuaile, is finally a full Druid herself. What's more, Atticus has defrosted an archdruid long ago frozen in time, a father figure (of sorts) who now goes by the modern name Owen Kennedy.

And Owen has some catching up to do.

Atticus takes pleasure in the role reversal, as the student is now the teacher. Between busting Atticus' chops and trying to fathom a cell phone, Owen must also learn English. For Atticus, the jury's still out on whether the wily old coot will be an asset in the epic battle with Norse god Loki - or merely a pain in the arse.

As the trio of Druids deals with pestilence-spreading demons, bacon-loving yeti, fierce flying foxes, and frenzied Fae, they're hoping that this time three's a charm.

Members Reviews:

FINALLY MADE IT!

What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you?

A chronicle of the druid, centered on the druid, not on the female druid, which every appearance was cheesy, boring, and tiresome. I fast forwarded a lot....

What do you think your next listen will be?

I do not know, but not from Kevin Hearne

Have you listened to any of Christopher Raglands other performances before? How does this one compare?

As a narrator, he is pretty good, but the story is not

If you could play editor, what scene or scenes would you have cut from Shattered?

I would not have published this book at all!

It has became a soap opera.

Any additional comments?

He finally did it, I'm out of here! no more druids, and no more Kevin Hearne.

Great story

Great story, and Ragland is always a pleasure to listen to. Real voice actors who actually put effort and emotion into their work make such a difference.

It is Atticus' story - not Granuaile's

Really enjoyed the book, and the four stars are credited to the story of Atticus, Owen and Oberon. They are truly fun characters. It feels like Kevin Hearne has some real life characters he can look at when writing their stories. They are truly funny, and I like the addition of Atticus' arch druid. Owen Kennedy is brilliant in his simple approach to everything. Oberon is as always funny with his sausages, and his self proclaimed poodle addiction really made me laugh hard. They are worth listening to.

That is not the case with Granuaile.

Granuaile is boring. I do not get why she is there, and the story about her father quickly becomes a little annoying. The way her story is tied back into Atticus' story does not really give anything. She is a character that is needed for giving the reader background information.

The real action comes with the three males of the story.

Christopher Ragland is really really good as narrator. He can do all the voices excellent. Unfortunately there are a bit too many "lead" characters - three persons and two dogs.

So next time more Atticus, Oberon and Owen.

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Title: Blood Song

Subtitle: Book 1 of Raven's Shadow

Author: Anthony Ryan

Narrator: Steven Brand

Format: Unabridged

Length: 23 hrs and 5 mins

Language: English

Release date: 06-12-14

Publisher: Hachette Audio UK

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 156 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

We have fought battles that left more than a hundred corpses on the ground and not a word of it has ever been set down. The Order fights, but often it fights in shadow, without glory or reward. We have no banners.

Vaelin Al Sorna is the Sixth Order's newest recruit. Under their brutal training regime, he learns how to forge a blade, survive the wilds, and kill a man quickly and quietly - all in the name of protecting the Realm and the Faith. Now his skills will be put to the test.

War is coming. Vaelin must draw upon the very essence of his strength and cunning if he is to survive the coming conflict. Yet as the world teeters on the edge of chaos, Vaelin will learn that the truth can cut deeper than any sword.

Critic Reviews:

"A new master storyteller has hit the scene" (Michael J. Sullivan)

"Blood Song is a tremendous debut... fast-paced, action-packed and character-driven" (Fantasy Book Critic)

"A top contender for most impressive debut of the year... Blood Song is a powerful epic that, while ending with a sense of closure, hints at more to come" (SFF World)

"An utterly engrossing high-fantasy epic from a major new talent that explores themes of war, faith, and loyalty amidst incredible action scenes and artfully developed characters" (Buzzfeed)

"A mix of The Name of the Wind and The Left Hand of God... I cannot recommend this book enough." (bestfantasybooks.com)

"Blood Song delighted me again and again" (Fantasy Faction)

"This is epic fantasy at its best with action, rivalries, espionage, the promise of future revelations and ever-present twists" (Bookbag)

"An instant sensation . . . an excellent start to this series" (Read Dream Relax)

"Smartly-written coming-of-age story... Compelling" (SFX)

"I still love - and want - that feeling of completely absorbing escapism that good fantasy can supply - and Blood Song brings it in force" (Pornokitsch)

"Ryan hits all the high notes of epic fantasy-a gritty setting, ancient magics, ruthless intrigue, divided loyalties, and bloody action" (Publishers Weekly)

"Well wrought characters, a fascinating world, and crackling prose... Not to be missed" (Kingofthenerds.com)

"Blood Song is unique... The next Epic Fantasy book everybody should read" (Blotted Pages)

"An immensely satisfying and immersive experience" (Dark Matter)

"One of the next master storytellers" (Fantasty Book Review)

Members Reviews:

Good book, did not enjoy the narration

I found the story to be very good, but having just listened through the The Name of the Wind and The Wise Mans Fear, where the narrator gives a stellar performance, the narration in Blood Song was not to my taste. I don't know how many times I had no clue who were talking, past or present etc. If you are able to sit down and concentrate you will most likely be able to eliminate these problems, but for me... I listen while I do other stuff and I lost the thread way too often. I have not had this problem before and I have listened to my share of books.

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Title: Magi'i of Cyador

Subtitle: Saga of Recluce, Book 10

Author: L. E. Modesitt, Jr.

Narrator: Kirby Heyborne

Format: Unabridged

Length: 20 hrs and 4 mins

Language: English

Release date: 05-20-14

Publisher: Tantor Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 187 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

L. E. Modesitt, Jr., is one of the standard setters in fantasy today, and his most famous series is the Saga of Recluce. Each novel fills in pieces of the history of this land where Chaos and Order strive to maintain a magical balance.

Magi'i of Cyador marks the beginning of a new tale from deep within the rich depths of the history of Recluce. This is the story of Lorn, a talented boy born into a family of Magi'i. A diligent student of remarkable talent, Lorn lacks only the single most coveted attribute required of a Magus of Cyador: Unquestionable loyalty. Lorn is too independent for his own good.

So Lorn is forced to become a lancer officer, and he's sent to the frontier to fight off the all-too-frequent barbarian raids - a career that comes with a 50 percent mortality rate. His enemies don't expect him to survive....

Lorn is a fresh, new character who will enrich one of today's most important fantasy series: the Saga of Recluce.

Members Reviews:

Matt's of Cyador

To just say that this book is good would not be doing it credit. Having many books this one is one of my favorites. It draws the reader in as the world and the characters are revealed. An author with great skill, this book does credit to its creator.

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Title: Valour and Vanity

Author: Mary Robinette Kowal

Narrator: Mary Robinette Kowal

Format: Unabridged

Length: 10 hrs and 12 mins

Language: English

Release date: 04-29-14

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 160 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

Acclaimed fantasist Mary Robinette Kowal has enchanted many fans with her beloved novels featuring a Regency setting in which magic--known here as glamour--is real. In Valour and Vanity, master glamourists Jane and Vincent find themselves in the sort of a magical adventure that might result if Jane Austen wrote Ocean's Eleven.

After Melody's wedding, the Ellsworths and Vincents accompany the young couple on their tour of the continent. Jane and Vincent plan to separate from the party and travel to Murano to study with glassblowers there, but their ship is set upon by Barbary corsairs while en route. It is their good fortune that they are not enslaved, but they lose everything to the pirates and arrive in Murano destitute.

Jane and Vincent are helped by a kind local they meet en route, but Vincent is determined to become self-reliant and get their money back, and hatches a plan to do so. But when so many things are not what they seem, even the best laid plans conceal a few pitfalls. The ensuing adventure is a combination of the best parts of magical fantasy and heist novels, set against a glorious Regency backdrop.

Members Reviews:

Author narrates a great tale

Mary Robinette Kowal is an experienced audiobook narrator as well as a gifted writer. She also works another of her creative talents, as a puppeteer, into the novel's plot. The storyline is built on the witty premise that two highly skilled illusionists find themselves cozened by con artists who excel at making people believe in false appearances. The Vincents quickly find themselves far from home in Italy with no funds at hand and no fortune at all after the thieves clean out their bank accounts. Yet not all hope is lost: Jane finds help at a local convent among nuns who are indignant when they learn of the couple's plight, and several plucky characters prove to be capable allies when the illusionists undertake a daring plan to trick the tricksters and bring them to justice. Reading the previous books would be advisable to understand references made in the novel to past events. This is another enjoyable addition to the series.

Intriguing series!

This is book 4 in a series of 5 (so far). Definitely start from book 1. The series follows Jane and Vincent's lives (the main characters). When I read the first book, I thought it was just a spoofl on J. Austin's books. This series is much more than that. I've thoroughly enjoyed the series. Ms. Kowal has gone past the Austen reference and created a wonderful series all her own. There's romance, plot twists, and intrigue. Even though some spots are irksome, on the whole, the series is great and I'm looking forward to the next book.

Best book so far!

Valour and Vanity is the best book in the Glamourist Histories. Each book is better than the previous one. Can't wait for the next book by Mary Robinette Kowal!

Great Story, Performance Issue..

What made the experience of listening to Valour and Vanity the most enjoyable?

This is a fun read. So far, my favorite of the series.

How could the performance have been better?

However, the reader CANNOT do accents. She's great at the uppercrust brit accent, but they encounter Italians and Venetians, and she tries to do an accent.

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Title: Dreams of Gods and Monsters

Subtitle: Daughter of Smoke and Bone Trilogy, Book 3

Author: Laini Taylor

Narrator: Kristin Hvam

Format: Unabridged

Length: 18 hrs and 6 mins

Language: English

Release date: 04-17-14

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 50 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

It began with Daughter of Smoke and Bone. It continued with Days of Blood and Starlight. It ends with Dreams of Gods and Monsters.

Common enemy, common cause. When Jael's brutal seraph army trespasses into the human world, the unthinkable becomes essential, and Karou and Akiva must ally their enemy armies against the threat. It is a twisted version of their long-ago dream, and they begin to hope that it might forge a way forward for their people. And, perhaps, for themselves.

But there are bigger threats than Jael in the offing. A vicious queen is hunting Akiva, and, in the skies of Eretz...something is happening. Massive stains are spreading like bruises from horizon to horizon; the great winged stormhunters are gathering as if summoned, ceaselessly circling, and a deep sense of wrong pervades the world. What power can bruise the sky?

From the streets of Rome to the caves of the Kirin and beyond, humans, chimaera, and seraphim will fight, strive, love, and die in an epic theatre that transcends good and evil, right and wrong, friend and enemy. At the very barriers of space and time, what do gods and monsters dream of? And does anything else matter?

Members Reviews:

I still really hope there is more

It was a fantastic trilogy, I can't wait for the movie adaption, but I still hope there is more of the story to come.

A perfect ending

A perfect ending (or beginning) to a beautiful story.

Loved the narrator.

Only bad thing is that I wished there were three more books ;)

What a conclusion to an amazing series!

If you could sum up Dreams of Gods and Monsters in three words, what would they be?

Magical, captivating and surprising

What was one of the most memorable moments of Dreams of Gods and Monsters?

The ending is beautiful and particular plot twist is so unexpected and such a happy idea, it sticks with you!

What about Kristin Hvams performance did you like?

Each moment and character is so well formed, one wants to remain tucked up in her world, it's very hard to leave!

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

Of course, the tension of the last two books and the action packed nature of this one keeps one on the edge of one's seat

Any additional comments?

Here is hoping this isn't the last we see of this world, the end came far too soon!

Well done, Laini!

Dreams of Gods and Monsters is a very fitting conclusion to the trilogy. I was afraid that the ending might disappoint me a bit, but it really didn't. I am very happy with the final chapter of this adventure.

The only reason I didn't give it a five star is because it didn't need to be that long. I wouldn't say it's dragged because she writes so beautifully, but compared to the previous books I needed some extra time finishing it. And just to comment the performance: Hvam's narration is outstanding as always.

This is absolutely a great book (especially as audiobook), and I'm sure all who liked the first two books will love the ending as much as I do!

ENJOY!

Satisfying conclusion

It's actually quite a relief to find a trilogy that manages to stick to only 3 books and actually wrap up the story whilst leaving plenty of room for more visits to that world(s).

I'll try not to be spoilery but I was satisfied with the outcome. To be honest, I found the Akiva/Karou love story the least interesting bit.

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Title: Keeping it Real

Subtitle: Quantum Gravity, Book 1

Author: Justina Robson

Narrator: Mel Hudson

Format: Unabridged

Length: 11 hrs and 3 mins

Language: English

Release date: 03-21-14

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 6 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

The Quantum Bomb of 2015 changed everything. The fabric that kept the universe's different dimensions apart was torn and now, six years later, the people of earth exist in uneasy company with the inhabitants of, amongst others, the elfin, elemental, and demonic realms. Magic is real and can be even more dangerous than technology.

Elves are exotic, erotic, dangerous, and really bored with the constant Lord of the Rings references. Elementals are a law unto themselves and demons are best left well to themselves.

Special agent Lila Black used to be pretty, but now she's not so sure. Her body is more than half restless carbon and metal alloy machinery, a machine she's barely in control of. It goes into combat mode, enough weapons for a small army springing from within itself, at the merest provocation.

As for her heart, well, ever since being drawn into a game by the elfin rockstar Zal (lead singer of the No Shows), who she's been assigned to protect, she's not even sure she can trust that any more either.

Members Reviews:

Un-Original

The only thing this book had going for it was the lead character was a Cyborg. Everything else has been done before but a lot better even the "new earth".

I would recommend that that you try the Rachel Morgan books before trying these as I did not find any supporting Characters likeable and the villain was not developed well enough to become hateable.

In fact she could have been a lot more nasty.

This book did not make want to get any more in the series and I like series books.

Good idea but meh!

I thought the narrator sounded too much like a newsreader on the BBC!

Great idea for a story but I kept loosing track of where I was with it, it wasnt as easy to stop and start again as other books have been. I persevered with the narrator and the story all the way to the end and I began to feel something for the characters but I'll leave this series for now, not sharp enough for me want to jump into book 2

great story

What made the experience of listening to Keeping it Real the most enjoyable?

The characters where funny and whole book made me smile. I cant wait for the next book in this series.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Keeping it Real?

They sound like elfin beatles

Which character as performed by Mel Hudson was your favourite?

The beatle elf

Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

It made me laugh

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Title: The Crown of the Conqueror

Subtitle: The Crown of the Blood, Book 2

Author: Gav Thorpe

Narrator: Paul Thornley

Format: Unabridged

Length: 16 hrs and 5 mins

Language: English

Release date: 03-07-14

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 8 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

Ullsaard has won the crown. But when he is confronted with a truth too shocking to contemplate, he has to make the impossible choice between power and honour. And now the real battle has begun, in this stunning sequel to The Crown of the Blood, packed with gargantuan battles, demonic magic, and treacherous politics.

Gav Thorpe works from Nottingham, England, and has written more than a dozen novels and even more short stories. Growing up in a tedious town just north of London, he originally intended to be an illustrator but after acknowledging an inability to draw or paint he turned his hand to writing.

Members Reviews:

Good book

Good book and story line.

Narrator could have been better, voice, dialekt and try of impersonate several different characters fails to impress.