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Title: Pathfinder Legends - Rise of the Runelords 1.6 Spires of Xin-Shalast

Author: Cavan Scott

Narrator: Ian Brooker, Trevor Littledale, Stewart Alexander, Kerry Skinner

Format: Unabridged

Length: 1 hr and 9 mins

Language: English

Release date: 11-02-15

Publisher: Big Finish Productions

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 8 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

Having steeped their weapons in the ancient magic of Thassilon, Ezren, Merisiel, Harsk and Valeros prepare to confront the newly risen Runelord Karzoug at the seat of his power. To do so, they must travel high into the mountains, to the fabled city of Xin-Shalast, where they are confronted by enormous giants and dragons before they can finally confront the mad wizard of greed in his mountaintop palace. Yet can defeating Runelord Karzoug stop the rise of the Runelords? Or are there more terrors yet to come?

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Title: Pathfinder Legends - Rise of the Runelords 1.5 Sins of the Saviours

Author: Mark Wright

Narrator: Ian Brooker, Trevor Littledale, Stewart Alexander, Kerry Skinner

Format: Unabridged

Length: 1 hr and 13 mins

Language: English

Release date: 11-02-15

Publisher: Big Finish Productions

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 10 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

Ezren, Merisiel, Harsk and Valeros discover that Karzoug, an ancient wizard from the long-dead empire of Thassilon, has returned to life. From his city fortress of Xin-Shalast high in the mountains, he has been using the giants to harvest souls to reclaim his lost power. The secret to defeating him before he can reclaim his realm and enslave the region lies hidden in a deadly dungeon called Runeforge.

Members Reviews:

Delightful audio drama.

A pulpy mix of old D&D tropes, high adventure, and fun characters. Quite an enjoyable diversion.

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Title: Avondale

Subtitle: The Avondale Series Book 1

Author: Toby Neighbors

Narrator: John Dzwonkowski

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 44 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-21-15

Publisher: Mythic Adventure Publishing, LLC

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 20 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

Magic isn't lost....

A cataclysm has ruined much of the realm of Valana. Only a few fortified cities high in the mountains have survived. The lands below lay covered by a permanent barrier of mist and only huge, monstrous beasts ever rise up above the cloud bank.

In Avondale, the Earl's son harbors a secret. Magic is blamed for the cataclysm and outlawed in the high mountain cities, but Tiberius longs to become a wizard. When he finally begins to practice magic, he knows his time in the wondrous city of Avondale is short, but where can he go? What lies beneath the mists that surround his mountaintop home? And if he ventures out of the city, how will he survive in a land that no one has ever returned from?

Members Reviews:

Read in 3 days because I Loved it

Amazing story! It kept me wanting more, I can't wait to read the next book.

Great book! Not such a great narrator...

The book is a well written and makes for a fun listen, but the narrator is an older man that stutters and stammers. The subject matter and the narration don't really match very well because it's all younger characters and action oriented but the narrator portrays the book like a feeble old confused man is telling a story to his grandkids.

story was pretty good

but.... the narration was completely abhorrent! I'm digusted at how bad this story was narrated. grovelly and single toned, the narrator dropped between imperceptible whispers and ear splitting shouts! don't get the audiobook; if you want to read this, then get a copy to read yourself.

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Title: Rage: Short Story 1

Subtitle: Lost Library

Author: Kate Baray

Narrator: Roberto Scarlato

Format: Unabridged

Length: 24 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-21-15

Publisher: Catherine G Cobb

Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 2 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

Logan Braxton faces impossible odds as he attempts a coup against the powerful Alpha of the Texas Pack - his brother, Richard. Ruled by terror and violence, the pack is crumbling and none are powerful enough to challenge the alpha. Logan will risk his life, his honor, and his place in Lycan society to save those dearest to him.

Rage is a prequel to Lost Library, the first full-length novel in the series. Rage can be enjoyed as a stand-alone story.

Set within Kate Baray's Lost Library world circa 1979, Rage delves into John and Logan's turbulent history before they restructured the Texas Pack. For listeners of the Lost Library series, this is a small slice of the past that created characters you've met in the series. For new listeners, it's a short introduction to the Lost Library world.

Members Reviews:

Chosing the Lesser Evil

Rage is the prelude to John Braxton's past. With his parents dead and to protect his nephew Logan, John did the unthinkable to save the Texas pack. His brother, Richard is destroying the Texas pack but none is strong enough to challenge him.

John, once believed in his brother, Richard. But somewhere down the road, Richard has changed for the worst. Richard has become an abusive, mean drunk of a leader. The only solution was for John to kill Richard. John also recognized the ramification that if he failed, he is signing his own death warrant. Richard would killed him.

I have bought this book and have read the story before listening to the audiobook which was provided to me by the author. I have to say that the narration of the story is better than reading the book. It is because the narrator gave life to the story.

I love the narrator, Roberto Scarlato in how John is portrayed. As much as John loved his brother, Richard, John cannot forgive Richard for beating Logan. The narrator showed how decisive that John is and the sacrifice of saving one person, he has to kill another. The narrator does an excellent job of narrating this short story. I enjoy listening to this story again and again of how precise the story is told.

I was given this this audiobook by the author in exchange of an honest review. I was not compensated or influenced in any way for writing this review.

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Title: Swords and Scoundrels

Author: Julia Knight

Narrator: Angèle Masters

Format: Unabridged

Length: 11 hrs and 7 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-06-15

Publisher: Hachette Audio

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 21 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

Two siblings.

Outcasts for life...together.

What could possibly go wrong?

Vocho and Kacha are champion duelists: a brother and sister known for the finest swordplay in the city of Reyes. Or at least they used to be - until they were thrown out of the Duelist's Guild.

As a last resort, they turn reluctant highwaymen. But when they pick the wrong carriage to rob, their simple plans to win back fame and fortune go south fast.

After barely besting three armed men and a powerful magician, Vocho and Kacha make off with an immense locked chest. But the contents will bring them much more than they've bargained for when they find themselves embroiled in a dangerous plot to return an angry king to power....

Swords and Scoundrels is the first book in The Duelist's Trilogy - a tale of death, magic, and family loyalty.

Members Reviews:

Enjoyable

Less about the sword play, and more about the relationship of two siblings. Swords and Scoundrels is a surprisingly good character drama (which I did not expect). My only criticism would be that there were far too many Britishisms in the dialogue. Besides that, I recommend it to readers who want a light, quick fantasy read.

World was full of depth, Characters lacked depth

Any additional comments?

The world and plot were very creative and obviously quite well thought out. Although at the same time most of the characters in the book lacked any kind of depth or intelligence.

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Title: Sword of the North

Subtitle: The Grim Company, Book 2

Author: Luke Scull

Narrator: Joe Jameson

Format: Unabridged

Length: 17 hrs and 26 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-10-15

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 5 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

It is the Age of Ruin, a time in desperate need of heroes. But heroes are in short supply. The only candidates - a motley company at best - are scattered to the four winds.

Former rebel Sasha has now become an unwilling envoy between the powerful. Eremul the Halfmage languishes in disgrace, his warnings of approaching war falling on deaf ears. Yllandris, sorceress of the High Fangs, servant to a demon lord, has become that which she most despises. Davarus Cole, assassin of the immortal, lies on the brink of death. The legendary champion Brodar Kayne carves a bloody path towards his enemy of old in search of the woman he thought dead...

In this, the second blistering instalment of Luke Scull's critically acclaimed trilogy The Grim Company, past and present collide, plunging the Age of Ruin further into darkness...

Luke Scull is the lead designer at game design company Ossian Studios. He lives and works in Warminster.

Critic Reviews:

"If you like your gizzards glistening and your mages mean, this rollicking debut will suit. Hugely enjoyable." (Daily Mail)

"A writer who will hit the genre like an augmented hammer . My favourite fantasy of the year." (Parmenion Books)

"The best fantasy you will read this year." (SF Books)

Members Reviews:

Incredible.

Joe Jameson is very talented and mirrored this awesome story so brilliantly. They are as good a match as Abercrombie and Pacey!

I enjoyed this book better than the first .

Well done Joe Jameson for doing so well in bringing the charactors to life .

there had to be flashbacks

not bad but I really disliked the flashbacks. I know they're really that important to the story and to understanding some characters.

Anyway everything else was quite good and was upset when some characters died which showed how much into this book I was.

a nice story to which I'm looking forward to seeing how this all ends in the next book.

Awesome, better than grim company

amazing audio book, I read the first part but listened to this second installment and was truly entertained and thoroughly enjoyed it

Great sequel

Read the first one, thought I'd give this one a shot on audible. Joe does a great job, personified each character brilliantly. Luke continues to evoke memories of Gemmell in his writing. Sometimes brutal, sometimes touching.

Looking forward to the next installment

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Title: Captain James Hook and the Curse of Peter Pan

Author: Jeremy Marshall, Jeremiah Kleckner

Narrator: David Stifel

Format: Unabridged

Length: 4 hrs and 56 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-25-15

Publisher: JeremiahKleckner JeremyMarshall

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 20 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

Captain Hook has been captured by the British navy and is soon to be hung.

As Hook tells his life story to his captor, it becomes clear that the fearsome pirate was once a scholarly boy - until one fateful night in Port Royal when he meets the volatile Peter Pan...

Raise the Jolly Roger and discover the book that opened thousands of eyes to the possibility that, once upon a time, Captain Hook was not the villain we know him to be.

Since its publication in June of 2012, this original story takes you through Captain James Hook's rise to piracy, including his first confrontation with Long John Silver and his service on the Queen Anne's Revenge alongside Blackbeard at the Charleston Blockade.

This book is not a retelling of the events of J. M. Barrie's beloved novel. It's a defense of the world's most famous pirate, told by the man himself.

Captain Hook has reason and wit behind his hatred for Peter Pan...If only someone would listen.

Members Reviews:

HOOKED from the start

I will never think of Peter Pan and Captain Hook the same way again. This is an engrossing and well written background story. The characters were believable and even though this is only a 5 hour book, in those hours you really got to know the characters. I enjoyed that the story opened with Hook as a boy, a boy who clung onto the characters from his childhood while growing up in the company of pirates. His realization at the end about the events which lead to his father's demise brought the story full circle, leaving me completely cheering for Captain Hook.

The narration by David Stifel was brilliant. The true voice of a storyteller, and one of the best male narrations I've listened to in recent years. The narrations that truly grip me are those where I forget there is a narrator and get "lost" listening to the character. This was that type of narration. David Stifel's Hook is dignified, loyal, and intelligent.

As a parent I can also say this is an appropriate book for kids probably ages 9+. Although there are scenes of sword fighting and death, none is described in graphic detail. I think kids, particularly those who like pirate stories, would really enjoy it. The narration is articulate and would be easy for kids to understand. I have already recommended this audiobook to friends.

I received a copy of this audiobook in exchange for an honest review.

a masterful narration

Captain James Hook and the Curse of Peter Pan is enticing from the first word. The description of Hook leads the reader into the book; His eyes are so narrow that they never seem to blink and he smiles with everything but his eyes. The authors create a fascinating character, dangerous but hypnotic. The first chapter sets the tone so well, not only of Hooks character but all the great winks towards the Captain Hook you grew up with, like his pocket watch that ticks very loudly.

As the story progresses, more and more familiar characters from Peter Pan enter and begin to play their part. The genius of the authors is that no one plays the part you expect. Is Hook the villain? Is Pan the hero? Side characters like Smee are also not as one would assume. The characters of this book incorporate more shades of grey and live in a morally ambiguous world. It would be difficult to discuss the plot without giving anything away.

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Title: Requiem's Prayer (Dawn of Dragons, Book 3)

Author: Daniel Arenson

Narrator: Paul J McSorley

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 58 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-17-15

Publisher: Digital Media Revolutions

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 19 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

Requiem. A kingdom forged in flame and blood. A kingdom for those who can grow wings, blow fire, and take to the sky as dragons. After a long war, Requiem is founded and her columns rise.

Yet Requiem will never know peace so long as Raem, the cruel Demon King, still lurks in his underground realm. Forever he plagues the dragons of Requiem, sending enemies to burn their forests and topple their halls.

The dragons of Requiem have repelled attacks on their kingdom, yet now they must fly to their most dangerous battlefield. For the first time, Requiem's dragons will go underground, into the Abyss itself... and face the Demon King in darkness.

Members Reviews:

great story, bad narrator

this story is very interesting and Arenson is great at providing vivid details (which is very important in books about dragons) The only real flaw in the book is the choice of a narrator. Arenson chose McSorley for one reason or another (prob cheapest), but McSorley is a horrible fit for a book as mature as this. McSorley makes you feel like a little kid when he reads and would be much better suited to read children books. If you want a great story this is the one, but be warned the narrator is awful, and you might want to save some money and just buy the text version.

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Title: King of Souls

Subtitle: Echoes Across Time, Book 2

Author: Matthew Ballard

Narrator: Greg Tremblay

Format: Unabridged

Length: 13 hrs and 43 mins

Language: English

Release date: 06-05-15

Publisher: Matthew Ballard

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 76 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

A new king reigns atop the Meranthian throne.

King Ronan Latimer finds victory comes with a cost. With magic's full restoration, barriers that have kept Meranthia safe for two millennia collapse leaving its borders exposed.

A powerful necromancer, Tara, leads a long lost race across the sea to Meranthia's shores. Shores that she last saw 2000 years in the past.

Ronan pushes his magical limits to the brink against a foe intent on creating an undead army and claiming Meranthia's crown for her own. During his epic journey, Ronan unlocks secrets of Meranthia's hidden past. Secrets of the human soul. Secrets that change his life forever.

Members Reviews:

So-So

As a avid fantasy reader, I really enjoyed this book. But overall the majority of the characters reactions to events and other characters actions is next to idiotic and childish. No one who can wield that much power would be such a chump. Other than that it was good.

Disappointing

Any additional comments?

This is the first review I have written for a book on Amazon/Audible. I am an avid reader; probably reading and listening to between 300-400 books a year. As such I can be pretty forgiving when it comes to relatively small errors/weak issues if the story is good. I also feel very strongly that if someone went through the effort to write a book and you didn't like it than leave well enough alone.

That said I felt that I needed to put my opinion out there to give others a data point when choosing to read/not read this book. I was very disappointed. The first book in the series was interesting and entertaining (all you can reasonably ask of a book in the fantasy genre), the main character(s) mostly fumbled their way to winning and came up with a last ditch desperate effort that won the day. That is fine, Ronan was thrown into a tough position before he was prepared or ready and managed to do alright for himself. This book however, finds the main characters in positions of great responsibility where they are supposed to be leaders and in Ronan's case the King, yet we see them running all over the place doing things that a proper leader would send subordinates to do and disregarding all the people they have a duty to lead. Every desperate situation Ronan, Danielle, and the other characters find themselves in are a result of poor decision making and a complete disregard for planning ahead, and ignoring important issues.

One example of this is the inability of Ronan and Danielle to give the power from the Spheres to others. That tidbit of information is thrown into the story after our protagonists are already out and about exploring and jumping into situations without looking. What are the two people who have control of the Spheres doing running around throwing themselves into danger when they are the only people able to give the power of the Spheres to others?

All in all I was disappointed in this book and would not recommend it to others. The trait of the main characters to "wing-it" and never have a plan for any situation are forgivable for individuals, however when the character (Ronan) is the King of a country and the consequences of failure are catastrophic it is unforgivable.

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Title: Sword Sisters

Subtitle: Red Reaper, Book 1

Author: Tara Cardinal, Alex Bledsoe

Narrator: Tara Cardinal

Format: Unabridged

Length: 5 hrs and 46 mins

Language: English

Release date: 04-24-15

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 20 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

Cast aside by her mother, tormented (literally) by her father, feared by humans, and despised by most of her own kind, Aella is determined not to care - not to care what they think, not to care if they like her, not to care about anything or anyone. Just so long as no one tries to touch her or imprison her again, Aella couldn't care less.

Until... he pulled an arrow from Aella's back and kissed her cheek.

Until... she carried Aella home and stood between her and a giant spider. And a rioting mob.

Until... they came to Aella looking for help.

Aella, daughter of demon and witch, must find herself once again, as she forges her own route to a destiny she doesn't want to believe. At first a hero in name alone, Aella soon discovers she has the strength and the heart to control her demonic lineage and truly assume the mantle of HERO. In her struggle, she also finds something even more valuable - friendship, as the youthful and spirited Amelia isn't just a friend worth dying for - she's Aella's true "sword sister" and worth living for.

Critic Reviews:

"Cardinal and Bledsoe invite you into a new world of enchantment and danger. Sword Sisters will sit on the altar of all the great sword and sorcery fantasy tales." (Shayne Leighton, bestselling author Of Light and Darkness)

Members Reviews:

Interesting story concept

I like the concept of this book - love the idea of strong female characters as leads in a story. Sadly, I am left with a feeling of "meh." The prose contained some eloquent phrasing sprinkled in with contrived and banal passages. The characters were not believable, no matter how much I wanted them to be. I did not care for the narrator (one of the authors) either - maybe a different narrator would have made a difference? Maybe this book was intended for a teen audience? I can only sum this experience up as a "hot mess." For now, I won't be buying the other books in the series. I may try again though, because I really like the concept (just poor execution, in my opinion).

Far Warning

What disappointed you about Sword Sisters?

The 2 writers really need a good editor to catch all the errors, this is more like a rough draft. I loved the concept of the book but it fell flat.

The lead character has a miner case of haphephobia (dislike of being touched by people) unless she is horny then it all ok. She is a reaper (half human, half demon) with the stated age of 16 reaper years old and 96 in human years and looks like a 16 year old, in chapter 1 she has a flash back to when she was 12 (guessing in reaper years) and a human teen boy of 16 years saves her, this is a main part of the character it shapes her not only in this book but looks like in latter books. So now she in looking for a 20 year old man... wait she was 12 and ages 1 year every 6 years so if he saved her 4 years ago she should be about 13 not 16 or he is 40 not 20. and this is just looking at the lead character defining characteristics.

I will not be getting the next book. and far warning if you get the audiobook like i did the narrator is Tara Cardinal she did a good job until she sang she is so high pitched you cant understand her.