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The Weapon Takers Saga Books 1-3
- An Epic Fantasy Collection
- By: Jamie Edmundson
- Narrated by: Greg Patmore, Bridget Thomas
- Length: 32 hrs and 53 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 203
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 185
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 184
Soren, an ambitious wizard. Belwynn, his twin sister, who shares a telepathic link with him. Rabigar, an exile of the Krykker race. Elana, a mysterious priestess. Moneva, a killer with a dark past. And a host of mercenaries, sorcerers, knights, dukes, kings, and strange new races. Who will lay claim to the weapons? Who can be trusted? And as war comes to Dalriya, who will take a stand against the dark forces that have been unleashed on the land?
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2 out of 5 stars
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Can’t handle the mouth noises
- By Nicole Zordich on 08-21-21
- The Weapon Takers Saga Books 1-3
- An Epic Fantasy Collection
- By: Jamie Edmundson
- Narrated by: Greg Patmore, Bridget Thomas
Delightfully enchanting story
Reviewed: 06-26-22
This was a surprisingly captivating story. When I read another reviewer indicating this story was similar to Lord of the Rings I couldn’t help but snicker to myself. Yet, as I began listening to this story I began to become invested. Invested in the characters, some I loved, some I hated, and some I can’t wait to know what happens with. It does take some time to become accustomed to who is who, where everyone is, and following the stories of where each character is and their agenda. It truly is like Lord of the Rings in how; the characters diverge and they take independent adventures, but it’s a truly intriguing story. This is the first 3 books and my understanding is that one remains. But a stellar deal for over 30 hours of exceptional story telling. The narrators are good. I preferred the male narrator, though both were decent. I did see that there were complaints about the male narrator with a somewhat wet, breathy/mouthy type of narration but the whole point is the character he was narrator was inhabiting a decomposing body and is describe in writing exactly how the narrator depicts. I found the narrators didn’t hinder the story at all and complimented it in most circumstances.
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The Witch Hunter Trilogy
- By: K.S. Marsden
- Narrated by: Jarret Lemaster
- Length: 16 hrs and 50 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 12
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 12
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Story4 out of 5 stars 12
In the face of dark magic and evil witches, a secret witch-hunting society works tirelessly to keep them at bay. The Malleus Maleficarum Council has strict rules and practices for eradicating magic. Due to their work, witches have been almost forgotten, relegated to myth; but rumors are starting to emerge of a new power that will throw the world into chaos.
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4 out of 5 stars
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Interesting!!
- By Ashley on 01-30-22
- The Witch Hunter Trilogy
- By: K.S. Marsden
- Narrated by: Jarret Lemaster
Exceptional!
Reviewed: 01-25-22
This was incredibly good. The storyline was unique and has several elements of a story that I don’t typically care for (I don’t want to ruin anything by sharing - just personal preferences). However, the way these elements were weaved into this story was masterfully done. The narrator did a fantastic job at both male and female voices, was charismatic, and truly brought the story to life. This author has become one I will now hunt for.
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Heir of Shadows
- Daizlei Academy, Book 1
- By: Kel Carpenter
- Narrated by: Stacey Glemboski
- Length: 9 hrs and 32 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 151
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 144
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 145
There’s only one rule in the world I come from: Keep our existence a secret. Period. The day my sister broke that rule one too many times, I knew there would be consequences. I expected us to be sent to one of those schools for “troubled” kids and, maybe, Daizlei Academy was, in a way. But really, it was far more complicated than that.
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3 out of 5 stars
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Eh
- By Amanda498 on 03-17-21
- Heir of Shadows
- Daizlei Academy, Book 1
- By: Kel Carpenter
- Narrated by: Stacey Glemboski
A wonderfully surprising book!
Reviewed: 02-01-21
I wasn’t sure what to think of this book at first. I usually stray away from anything YA that I can but even though the characters in this book are 16, their maturity is well beyond this. There are some moments that are frustrating but how else do you provide room for growth in your characters. There are mysteries wrapped up on this book, and others introduced. This was a brand new author AND narrator to me and I can’t wait for more. A truly, beautifully done book.
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A Pack of Love and Hate
- The Boulder Wolves, Book 3
- By: Olivia Wildenstein
- Narrated by: Sara Hannan
- Length: 10 hrs and 31 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 61
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 53
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Story5 out of 5 stars 52
Join the Boulder Pack in the pulse-pounding and heartbreaking series finale. Only one can win. Volunteering to duel alongside Liam Kolane against the ruthless Creek Alpha could get Ness killed, but the alternative, leaving her hot-headed Alpha to die alone in the dueling ring isn’t an option. Not even when he places ridiculous conditions on her, like not spending time alone with August, her intended mate. Ness didn’t want a mate, but that was before August stepped back into her life, before he picked up the scattered pieces of her heart.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Loved it
- By MLB on 12-21-20
- A Pack of Love and Hate
- The Boulder Wolves, Book 3
- By: Olivia Wildenstein
- Narrated by: Sara Hannan
Amazing conclusion!
Reviewed: 01-12-21
This was honestly one of the best written conclusions to a trilogy I’ve experienced. This was what everything was leading up to. It was intense, emotional, annoying (I just wanted to shake Ness a few times), but oh so perfect. There were some surprised throughout I wasn’t expecting and some things I hoped for work out. This is definitely worth the credit. Fantastic trilogy!
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A Pack of Love and Hate
- The Boulder Wolves, Book 3
- By: Olivia Wildenstein
- Narrated by: Sara Hannan
- Length: 10 hrs and 31 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 104
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 95
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Story5 out of 5 stars 94
Volunteering to duel alongside Liam against the ruthless Creek Alpha could get me killed but leaving my hot-headed Alpha to die alone in the dueling ring isn’t an option. Not even when he places ridiculous conditions on me, like not spending time alone with my intended mate. I didn’t want a mate, but that was before August stepped back into my life, before he picked up the scattered pieces of my heart. Between our shared history and the magical tether that binds us, I find myself falling dangerously hard for the sexy shifter.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Loved it
- By MLB on 12-21-20
- A Pack of Love and Hate
- The Boulder Wolves, Book 3
- By: Olivia Wildenstein
- Narrated by: Sara Hannan
Amazing conclusion!
Reviewed: 01-12-21
This was honestly one of the best written conclusions to a trilogy I’ve experienced. This was what everything was leading up to. It was intense, emotional, annoying (I just wanted to shake Ness a few times), but oh so perfect. There were some surprised throughout I wasn’t expecting and some things I hoped for work out. This is definitely worth the credit. Fantastic trilogy!
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Crown of Dragons
- Bleeding Realms: Dragon Blessed, Book 1
- By: Nina Walker
- Narrated by: Nina Walker, Sarah Puckett
- Length: 9 hrs and 41 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 21
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 20
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Story5 out of 5 stars 20
Separated from other realms by a thin layer of powerful magic, humans are protected from the fae and dragons, the ghosts and warlocks, and an unfurling evil. Meet Kahli Elliot and Hazel Forrester, two vastly different girls living in two vastly different realms. But their realms are bleeding together, and the girls are linked and bound.
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5 out of 5 stars
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amazing read
- By Birschbach09 on 05-31-22
- Crown of Dragons
- Bleeding Realms: Dragon Blessed, Book 1
- By: Nina Walker
- Narrated by: Nina Walker, Sarah Puckett
Woah! Can’t wait to see what happens!
Reviewed: 01-05-21
This was an exceptional introduction to a new series. The dual narration was a nice touch as we follow two different MCs. This was such a good build into wondering what the heck is going to happen in the next book. I have my fingers crossed on what I want to happen, but with all the twists and turns I don’t want to get my hopes up. This was really well done!
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Magical Midlife Invasion
- Leveling Up, Book 3
- By: K.F. Breene
- Narrated by: Nicole Poole
- Length: 7 hrs and 34 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 2,855
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 2,600
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Story5 out of 5 stars 2,595
Jessie's new life adjustment is well underway. The tough alpha Austin has joined her team, and she has painstakingly learned to fly. Life is going a-okay. That is, until her parents decide to visit.... They don't know anything about magic, about Jessie's new digs, or about the crazy crew living in and around Jessie's house. She must do everything in her power to keep the truth away from them. Which would be much easier without the unfelt presence lurking within Ivy House's borders. It seems an enemy has figured out a way to magically bypass Ivy House's defenses.
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4 out of 5 stars
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another good one
- By Charina on 12-04-20
- Magical Midlife Invasion
- Leveling Up, Book 3
- By: K.F. Breene
- Narrated by: Nicole Poole
A perfect addition to an already wonderful series!
Reviewed: 11-23-20
As a bright eyed and bushy tailed 29 year old, I often get funny looks when I say I am listening to a “midlife” paranormal women book. However, as a mature woman, i cannot express how much this series has resided with me. It is hilarity captured in the seams of a truly fantastic book filled with action, intrigue, emotions, and reality - all with the ever apparent magic and mystical creatures of world, in the mind of K.F. Breene. Give this series a listen, NOW!
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Savage Monarchs
- A New Adult Prison Academy Novel (Nocturnal Academy, Book 4)
- By: Margo Ryerkerk, Holly Hook
- Narrated by: Joan Dukore
- Length: 6 hrs and 54 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 8
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Performance4 out of 5 stars 6
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 6
I’ve made it out of Nocturnal Academy. No longer do I exist to please the vamps. Now, as a member of the Winter Court, my job is to execute them. Yet my new standing as an assassin is not much better than being a courtesan. The rules of the game have changed, but I’m still a pawn. Worse, Thorsten, a handsome jerk of a vampire who has messed with my mind and feelings one too many times, is back.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Really good
- By Belinda C on 03-17-21
- Savage Monarchs
- A New Adult Prison Academy Novel (Nocturnal Academy, Book 4)
- By: Margo Ryerkerk, Holly Hook
- Narrated by: Joan Dukore
Epic finale
Reviewed: 11-18-20
This was a wonderful conclusion for this series. I adored Onyx and how much she grew to be herself. Throughout this series she had hiccups and I wanted to slap her, but then she had these truly beautiful moments that make her so relatable. Definitely worth the listen!
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Vicious Royals (A New Adult Prison Academy Novel)
- Nocturnal Academy, Book 2
- By: Margo Ryerkerk, Holly Hook
- Narrated by: Joan Dukore
- Length: 6 hrs and 31 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 16
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 16
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 15
A sadistic vamp lord. A rebellious fae. A vicious hunt. The first term of Nocturnal Academy is over. Majors have been assigned. I’ve made choices that brought me closer to the guillotine. But the fight isn’t over, not yet. I must get through the spring term. Not an easy feat when the vamp students are planning a sacrifice and have a bone to pick with me. But even if I survive the prison academy, someone will be buying my contract after school is out, and rumor has it that the king of sadists is interested in me. Whatever he wants, he gets.
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5 out of 5 stars
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good story
- By SaraB on 01-31-21
- Vicious Royals (A New Adult Prison Academy Novel)
- Nocturnal Academy, Book 2
- By: Margo Ryerkerk, Holly Hook
- Narrated by: Joan Dukore
Better than the 1st
Reviewed: 11-18-20
This book was better than the first. It flowed well, there was character growth and also still some very real moments that make you want to slap some of our characters. Some jaw dropping moments and I’m interested to see what comes of the next book!
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Cruel Elites: A New Adult Prison Academy Novel
- Nocturnal Academy, Book 1
- By: Margo Ryerkerk, Holly Hook
- Narrated by: Joan Dukore
- Length: 6 hrs and 36 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 27
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Performance4 out of 5 stars 25
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Story4 out of 5 stars 25
So far I have two possible fates: Die in my dorm or end up as a vampire’s slave. There is no escape out of Nocturnal Academy's prison school. Being here means I’ve lost my mother, my best friend, and my freedom - and it gets worse...Now Nocturnal Academy plans to make me into a courtesan for the vampires. Unless I get a win the chance to become the one out of 100 fae who gets to shape her own fate. Topping the Placement Tests are my only hope.
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5 out of 5 stars
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great book
- By Patricia Smith on 03-17-21
- Cruel Elites: A New Adult Prison Academy Novel
- Nocturnal Academy, Book 1
- By: Margo Ryerkerk, Holly Hook
- Narrated by: Joan Dukore
A good introduction
Reviewed: 11-12-20
This book was a good introduction to a new series. There are definitely some cringe moments, and this book isn’t for the faint of heart. I am hoping to see even more development in our trio of main female characters and also find out some more details about our leading man. Looking forward to book two!
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