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Title: The Dawning of Power

Subtitle: Godsland Series: Books One, Two, and Three

Author: Brian Rathbone

Narrator: Chris Snelgrove

Format: Unabridged

Length: 27 hrs and 35 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-09-13

Publisher: White Wolf Press, LLC

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 89 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

Power is back and no one is prepared...

The Dawning of Power Trilogy includes:Call of the Herald,Inherited Danger,Dragon Ore (Available separately)

Echoes of the ancients' power are distant memories, tattered and faded by the passage of eons, but that is about to change. A new dawn has arrived. Latent abilities, harbored in mankind's deepest fibers, wait to be unleashed. Ancient evils awaken, and old fears ignite the fires of war. In times such as these, ordinary people have the power to save the world...or destroy it.

The World of Godsland fantasy series includes:

The Dawning of Power Trilogy

Call of the Herald

Inherited Danger

Dragon Ore

The Balance of Power Trilogy

Regent

Feral

Regal

Members Reviews:

Great story, good pace!

The narrating got better as the book went on, and it's well-paced. I find some of the resolutions a little too pat and dry. And the character really does seem a bit too perfect, but eh it's a good story!

Amazing

Starts out a little slow but once it gets going it is hard to put down. Fast paced, rich with detail, and the characters keep you guessing.

Good read

Likable characters flows smoothly. I'm looking forward to future books in the series. Very enjoyable.

Epic and amazing! This series never stops moving!

Save a weekend cuz you won't be able to put this down. Rathbone's humor and imagination are boundless. This series is like an Indiana Jones movie..magic, adventure and DRAGONS portrayed in a new light. Love love love them!

Terrible

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

This is the worst book I've listened to yet. Have no idea how it ever got published - don't waste your time or credit. Absolutely terrible in every way possible!

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Title: Vagabonds of Gor

Subtitle: Gorean Saga, Book 24

Author: John Norman

Narrator: Ralph Lister

Format: Unabridged

Length: 19 hrs and 36 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-01-13

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 24 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

John Norman's epic Gorean Saga is one of the longest-running and most successful series in the history of fantasy. It is also one of the most controversial. Over the course of more than 30 books produced over a span of six decades, the series has sold millions of copies and built legions of fans unrivaled in their devotion. Rediscover this brilliantly imagined world where men are masters and women live to serve their every desire. In Vagabonds of Gor, book 24 of the Gorean Saga, Cabot, and his friend, Marcus, of Ar's Station, who have been spying for Ar in the Cosian encampments, now seek the long-inert forces of Ar, to report acquired intelligence to their commander, Saphronicus, who proves to be of the treasonous party of Ar. Cabot and Marcus are placed under arrest, as spies. Primary forces of Ar, largely inactive in recent months, are now to pursue Cosian forces withdrawing from Ar's Station, through the vast Vosk delta to the sea. The Cosian forces, however, have avoided the delta and the delta campaign is a ruse to decimate the armed might of Ar, to use as a weapon the marshes and swamps of the delta itself, their treacherous, trackless wildernesses and wastes, the quicksand, the insects, the serpents and reptiles, the local populations, to deliver a final decisive blow to what was once the unchallenged splendor and power of Gor's finest infantry.

Members Reviews:

Incomplete Without Renegades.

Vagabonds and Renegades are dependent on each other and Renegades was not released until recently in Audio Form. Both should be read before Magicians. These books are the true turning point in the story and with out both it would be hard to continue reading the story.

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Title: Players of Gor

Subtitle: Gorean Saga, Book 20

Author: John Norman

Narrator: Ralph Lister

Format: Unabridged

Length: 17 hrs and 53 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-09-13

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 35 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

John Norman's epic Gorean Saga is one of the longest-running and most successful series in the history of fantasy. It is also one of the most controversial. Over the course of more than 30 books produced over a span of six decades, the series has sold millions of copies and built legions of fans unrivaled in their devotion. Audible invites you to rediscover this brilliantly imagined world where men are masters and women live to serve their every desire.

Players of Gor, book 20 of the Gorean Saga.

Members Reviews:

Too much pontification too little story.

On the negative side, J. Norman spends altogether too much text expounding on his views of Gorean male/female dynamics and the Master/Slave relationship. It is repetitive in this aspect to the point of becoming tedious. Far too much time is spent expounding upon the details and propriety of the strong dominate male/abjectly subservient female roles, to the detriment of the book as a whole.

On the positive, the story, what there is of it, is entertaining enough involving a nice departure from Tarl's ( aka Bosk of Port Kar) usual sword swinging adventure to one involving some of the other strata of Gorean culture featuring characters that are in their own way every bit as cunning, creative, heroic, and proud as he. I only wish Norman had focused more on this aspect of the story and less on the other.

Players of Gor or Players and Salves of Gor?

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

I would be very hesitant about recommending this as a read to anyone. I would NOT recommend this book as an introduction to Tarl's adventures in Gor. It's lacking. Why? Because the book doesn't focus on the Players of Gor. For sure, the actual Players' characters are formed well. But not as great as Nomads of Gor. Not even close. That goes to the writing and background he's given to the characters of Nomads of Gor. In Players of Gor, the characters have a background. But there's little love if they live or die.

The "Monster's" identity was predictable... If you have read the previous books. Tarl seems to be a buffoon at times. I didn't think this went along with this previous thought processes and decision making. I understand John Norman is attempting to paint flaws into Tarl. However too many too quick. And very very poor choices. It was obvious he was being marked the moment he received the ribbon. It was obvious he was being laid into a trap when the free woman kept showing up around him, in what was supposed to be a "Rio-ish Carnival" atmosphere.

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

Most was Taskboot. Least was the woman who ended up being drugged and tied under a table (trying not to give anything away).

What does Ralph Lister bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book?

He brings the imagination of the character's persona to the forefront.

If this book were a movie would you go see it?

Maybe. The "Game's" aspects were interesting. It would be nice to see how the game is actually formed in reality. They way the book went into it was well done.

Any additional comments?

Overall this book was disappointing. It did have some good parts. But I see that it's the beginning of a new adventure for Tarl.

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Title: The Garden of Stones

Subtitle: Echoes of Empire, Book 1

Author: Mark T. Barnes

Narrator: Nick Podehl

Format: Unabridged

Length: 16 hrs and 47 mins

Language: English

Release date: 05-21-13

Publisher: Brilliance Audio

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 84 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

A New Epic Begins

Fueled by visions promising him prolonged life and political power, the dying Corajidin, leader of a millennia-old dynasty, has brought the nation of Shrian to civil war. But is his bright destiny assured, or do the events unfolding around him promise a more ignoble, and finite, future?

Indris, warrior-mage of the Seq Scholars and scion of a rival Great House, is caught in the upheaval. Driven by loyalty and conscience to return to a city that haunts his past, Indris reluctantly accepts the task of finding a missing man, the only one able to steer the teetering nation toward peace.

The celebrated warrior-poet, Mari, touches both men's lives: one as daughter, one as lover. As her world unravels around her, can she be true to both her duty to blood, and her own desires for freedom and happiness?

Members Reviews:

Realistic, Engaging Dialogue - Where Are You?

I KNOW I'm going to take heat for this one. So, like a flu shot, let's get the darn thing over with, for God's sake.

Let's review, shall we? A writer with skills? Seems so. His storyline? The same. Just go read the Audible short on the work. Yet, there's an issue here. If you read or, in this case, listen, to a good number of books, you'll understand where I'm headed.

If you're a great writer, or even a GOOD one, you constantly strive for a few things in your writing. Suspension of disbelief is one. A moving and deep storyline is another. Rich characterization is important, as well.

But.

Without REALISTIC, ENGAGING DIALOGUE between the characters, all of the potential of the work will fall short. We've all started to read or listen to such novels, and as soon as the characters open their mouths, it's over. The message suffers. The momentum is lost.

The book is closed, the audiobook returned.

And in this case, it's a shame. The problem happens here - In droves. I thought of including specific text, but it's not necessary. Is the audiobook bad? No. But the work suffers, due to the dialogue. It's a soap-operatic. Over the top. in some cases, WAY over the top.

A word to Mr. Barnes: "Do NOT get rushed by your editor to put your next effort out so quickly, that the character's dialogue suffers, as in this work. Take your time, and write great dialogue. I look forward to your next work with keen anticipation."

Audible listeners, I don't write these reviews to cater to anyone, especially myself. I have to be true to the job at hand, to let the audiobook stand on its own merits. Or fall.

Sorry, Mr. Barnes. Maybe next time.

Interesting story

I found the story very interesting, but I did not like the performer. I think I would have enjoyed the book more in print.

Dont miss this work of art!

The scope of the world that Barnes is creating maybe confusing in the beginning but the world evolves into something special. I recommend you pull up the reference chart on Mr. Barnes website with the list of characters. It helps you quickly see how the political intrigue comes together through the various houses.

bland

Any additional comments?

Nick Podehl is a wonderful narrator but the story was just too boring.

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Title: Dragon Forge

Subtitle: Eberron: The Draconic Prophecies, Book 2

Author: James Wyatt

Narrator: Paul Christy

Format: Unabridged

Length: 12 hrs and 42 mins

Language: English

Release date: 05-17-13

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 11 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

A heroic battle to uphold the balance of Eberron(R)

Gaven has fulfilled part of the prophecy and become the Storm Dragon. Now he seeks the Draconic Prophecy at its source in Argonessen, the dragon nation - but as he travels toward that ancient continent, Gaven may discover more than he suspected.

Meanwhile, Aundairian loyalists - assisted by a sinister dragon cabal - are assembling the Dragon Forge: an eldritch machine designed to harness the power of a Siberys dragonmark and amplify it. In this case, to create a devastating storm of hail and acid rain to go before Aundair's armies as they march into the Eldeen Reaches. And they know just the dragonmarked to use....

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Title: Dragon War

Subtitle: Eberron: The Draconic Prophecies, Book 3

Author: James Wyatt

Narrator: Paul Christy

Format: Unabridged

Length: 12 hrs and 5 mins

Language: English

Release date: 05-17-13

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 9 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

An epic series that fans of the Eberron world will love.

The Five Nations of Khorvaire stand on the brink of war. Gavenexile, outlaw, and prophesied Storm Dragon - may be the one person able to stop it. But he cant remember who he is. Wounded, tormented, and hovering on the brink of madness, Gavens friends - and even a few enemieshave to save him before its too late....

Critic Reviews:

"Every James Wyatt novel I read is a delight - may there be many, many more!" (Ed Greenwood, author of The Swords of Eveningstar)

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Title: The Glass of Dyskornis

Subtitle: Gandalara, Book 2

Author: Randall Garrett, Vicki Ann Heydron

Narrator: Paul Boehmer

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 27 mins

Language: English

Release date: 05-10-13

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 45 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

For Ricardo Carillo, taking over the life of the swordsman Markasset on the desert world of Gandalara had its compensations: a strong young body, a beautiful fiancée, and a mighty telepathic warcat named Keeshah, who obeyed his every command. It also had its problems. Markasset had many enemies, and one was out for blood. So Ricardo and Keeshah left Raithskar to join the Sharith (the warrior brotherhood of warcat riders).

But trouble followed, and he soon found himself in the company of a jealous lieutenant and a lovely but treacherous illusionist, on the track of the murderer who had stolen Gandalara's most precious gemstone.

Members Reviews:

Just as good as I remember.

Glad this finally arrived as an audio book. I still have the paperback editions of all of these. I read them over and over. These are just as good. The story continues to build, as each book gives you a little more. Well worth it.

No heading

Narration is a bit choppy and haa a strangwly accented quality. I lile the story though

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Title: The Exiled Blade

Subtitle: Act Three of The Assassini

Author: Jon Courtenay Grimwood

Narrator: Dan John Miller

Format: Unabridged

Length: 10 hrs and 56 mins

Language: English

Release date: 04-02-13

Publisher: Brilliance Audio

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 10 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

A violent attack on Lady Giuliettas son forces Tycho from his new-found happiness and back into the treacherous intrigue of the court. For Giuliettas sake he would go to the worlds end to track down those responsible.

As Venice teeters on the brink of civil war, its feuding families prepare to discover who is a player and who a pawn in the coming struggle for power. The Exiled Blade is the climactic finale to Tychos story.

Critic Reviews:

"An alternative world that lays down its own historical strata . . . the writing is spare and detached; the society described is brutal and sadistic" (Times Literary Supplement)

"Gritty, grimy, decadent and compelling" (Sunday Times)

"The writing is elegant, the dialogue razor sharp, the characters drawn economically but effectively, and the action is unrelenting" (SciFi Now, five-star review)

Members Reviews:

Amazing

loved it so much must get it yoy won't regret it promise you that

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Title: Restoration

Subtitle: Rai-Kirah, Book 3

Author: Carol Berg

Narrator: Kevin Stillwell

Format: Unabridged

Length: 22 hrs and 8 mins

Language: English

Release date: 04-02-13

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 99 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

Seyonne, the slave-turned-savior of the acclaimed Revelation and Transformation, returns to fight evil and tame the demons within him - in the third novel in this "thoroughly original" (Starburst) epic saga.

Members Reviews:

Weak Resolution

A curiously disappointing and meandering conclusion to a truly brilliant and original triptych. Difficult to sustain interest in an endlessly messy Part 3.

Pretty good but not as good as the first two

What made the experience of listening to Restoration the most enjoyable?

The reader was great.

Who was your favorite character and why?

The prince is a funny character.

Which character as performed by Kevin Stillwell was your favorite?

All of them.

Any additional comments?

In this last book the protagonist makes a few uncharacteristically unwise decisions that left me scratching my head. Those decisions seemed to drive the story to the desired conclusion the author wanted. The story got a little tiresome 3/4 of the way into it. The ending was good.

Wonderful

It is a great story by a great author, and it was preformed very well

love

love this story, great way to wrap up the series. Carol is an amazing weaver of tales.

Great ending.

This was the wonderful end to a wonderful series. Totally worth listening too. Glad to have it wrapped up, unlike some other series.

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Title: The Floodgate

Subtitle: Forgotten Realms: Counselors & Kings, Book 2

Author: Elaine Cunningham

Narrator: Kevin Kraft

Format: Unabridged

Length: 10 hrs and 25 mins

Language: English

Release date: 04-02-13

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 13 votes

Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Fantasy: Epic

Publisher's Summary:

After a fight, some warriors seek to return home. Others seek revenge. The battle of Akhlaur's Swamp is over, and its heroes part ways. One becomes a wizard's apprentice and tries to unravel her mysterious lineage.

Another hero returns to his queen, only to find that all is not as it was. Hidden from them both, the Magehound broods. She cannot forgive those who drove her from power, and she will stop at nothing to be avenged.

Members Reviews:

read before it's nice to hear it though...

it was as good as I remember it. I struggled with reading when I was young, Elaine gave me the spark to pick up a book and dive into the world she has laid out so eloquently.