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Iron Flame
- Empyrean, Book 2
- By: Rebecca Yarros
- Narrated by: Rebecca Soler, Teddy Hamilton
- Length: 28 hrs and 16 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 38,455
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 36,264
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Story5 out of 5 stars 36,261
Everyone expected Violet Sorrengail to die during her first year at Basgiath War College-Violet included. But Threshing was only the first impossible test meant to weed out the weak-willed, the unworthy, and the unlucky. Now the real training begins, and Violet’s already wondering how she’ll get through. It’s not just that it’s grueling and maliciously brutal, or even that it’s designed to stretch the riders’ capacity for pain beyond endurance. It’s the new vice commandant, who’s made it his personal mission to teach Violet exactly how powerless she is–unless she betrays the man she loves.
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2 out of 5 stars
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I wish I could throw this book off a cliff.
- By Rebekah L Johnson on 11-10-23
- Iron Flame
- Empyrean, Book 2
- By: Rebecca Yarros
- Narrated by: Rebecca Soler, Teddy Hamilton
Absolutely phenomenal!!
Reviewed: 06-21-24
How the author could outdo the first book is beyond me but holy hell she did!! Iron Flame (and this series) has become my absolute favorite. Now i understand what everyone was talking about when they said they needed something to get them out of Fourth Wing Withdrawal!! The next book can’t come soon enough!!!
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The Gathering Storm
- Crown of Stars, Book 5
- By: Kate Elliott
- Narrated by: Shiromi Arserio
- Length: 38 hrs and 32 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 15
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 14
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 14
The long-dreaded cataclysm is about to descend on the world as the lost land of the Aoi returns to the Earth from which it was cast forth millennia ago. And though Liath has found her way back to Earth, she knows disaster will soon follow her. Yet just how little time remains to avert humanity's destruction she discovers to her horror only when she learns that her brief stay in the bespelled land has actually kept her from her family and allies for nearly four years.
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5 out of 5 stars
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As always… Phenomenal
- By Wendy on 03-19-23
- The Gathering Storm
- Crown of Stars, Book 5
- By: Kate Elliott
- Narrated by: Shiromi Arserio
As always… Phenomenal
Reviewed: 03-19-23
I am just going to repeat myself on previous reviews but it must bare repetition. Kate Elliott is a master at her craft. Not since Tolkien has such a story been written… and still two more books to go.
I read the entire series over a decade ago and to experience it as an audiobook narrated by the brilliant Shiromi Arserio, has catapulted it into a level of utter perfection. Thank you. Please hurry with releasing the last two installments!
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These Twisted Bonds
- These Hollow Vows
- By: Lexi Ryan
- Narrated by: Casey Holloway
- Length: 13 hrs and 35 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 1,113
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 981
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 977
After Abriella's sister was sold to the fae, she thought life couldn't get any worse. But when she suddenly finds herself caught in a web of lies of her own making--loving two princes and trusting neither--things are not quite as clear as she once thought. As civil war wages in the Unseelie Court, Brie finds herself unable to choose a side. How can she know where she stands when she doesn't even know herself anymore?
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4 out of 5 stars
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An Epic Conclusion to an Epic Story
- By Kel on 07-22-22
- These Twisted Bonds
- These Hollow Vows
- By: Lexi Ryan
- Narrated by: Casey Holloway
Oh.. WOW.
Reviewed: 09-04-22
I wrote a review for the first book in this series saying it filled the deep hole left from finishing ACoTAR series and The Cruel Prince series but wow…. I actually think I love this duology even more! The plot was unique enough to hold its own place even if it had very similar tropes and plot lines. I absolutely adored it. And OMG the narrator was INCREDIBLE! Every single character had their own distinct voice that gave the character depth and soul.
My only criticism, as I mentioned in my review of the previous book, is that it doesn’t have the setting/world building that the aforementioned comparison series have. It is a mostly character/plot driven story.
I HIGHLY recommend this series!!
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A Court of Silver Flames
- By: Sarah J. Maas
- Narrated by: Stina Nielsen
- Length: 26 hrs and 5 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 33,982
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 30,923
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 30,897
Nesta Archeron has always been prickly-proud, swift to anger, and slow to forgive. And ever since being forced into the Cauldron and becoming High Fae against her will, she's struggled to find a place for herself within the strange, deadly world she inhabits. Against the sweeping backdrop of a world seared by war and plagued with uncertainty, Nesta and Cassian battle monsters from within and without as they search for acceptance - and healing - in each other's arms.
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4 out of 5 stars
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The narration is the worst. :(
- By Katrina Bussotti-Benson on 02-16-21
- A Court of Silver Flames
- By: Sarah J. Maas
- Narrated by: Stina Nielsen
INCREDIBLE!
Reviewed: 06-08-22
I was hesitant to read this as it was focused on a different protagonist in the ACoTaR series but I am SO happy I did!!it was such a fulfilling and different story but still had all the beloved characters. I couldn’t have enjoyed it more!!
Some complained about the narrator but having loved Stina Nielsen in the From Blood and Ash series I knew she would do a great job. (The initial opening is over the top dramatic but just stick with it!!)
On a content note- this is a VERY VERY graphic (with a capital “G!”) book more so than any of the other ACoTaR so be warned!!
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These Hollow Vows
- By: Lexi Ryan
- Narrated by: Casey Holloway
- Length: 13 hrs and 8 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 686
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 592
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 590
Brie hates the Fae and refuses to have anything to do with them, even if that means starving on the street. But when her sister is sold to the sadistic king of the Unseelie court to pay a debt, she'll do whatever it takes to get her back - including making a deal with the king himself to steal three magical relics from the Seelie court. Gaining unfettered access to the Seelie court is easier said than done. Brie's only choice is to pose as a potential bride for Prince Ronan, and she soon finds herself falling for him.
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4 out of 5 stars
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Good Story until End
- By Jamie Ryan on 08-04-21
- These Hollow Vows
- By: Lexi Ryan
- Narrated by: Casey Holloway
Wow.. filled the hole ACoTaR left!!
Reviewed: 01-14-22
It’s true that if you loved ACoTaR series and The Cruel Prince this will give you a much needed fix! It has similar elements of the two series but is different enough to be a satisfying on its own two feet.
The narrator is phenomenal!!! All the voices are different and she keeps you Entranced in the story!!
Only downside is not nearly the world or story building and setting description as the other two series, and as much as i love a beautifully rich world and depth of story, I actually didn’t notice as I was so involved in the characters.
I seriously cannot wait for the next… thank you Lexi Ryan for taking the leap into this genre and thank you Casey Holloway for bringing the characters to life!
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The Wolf of Oren-Yaro
- By: K. S. Villoso
- Narrated by: Catherine Ho
- Length: 14 hrs
- Unabridged
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 178
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Performance4 out of 5 stars 156
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Story4 out of 5 stars 157
Born under the crumbling towers of her kingdom, Queen Talyien was the shining jewel and legacy of the bloody War of the Wolves. It nearly tore her nation apart. But her arranged marriage to the son of a rival clan heralds peace. However, he suddenly disappears before their reign can begin, and the kingdom is fractured beyond repair.
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2 out of 5 stars
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The First Female Character Who Murders and Is Queen But Is Never Strong
- By Abel on 11-01-20
- The Wolf of Oren-Yaro
- By: K. S. Villoso
- Narrated by: Catherine Ho
Incredible.
Reviewed: 10-04-21
I have no words do describe how masterfully this story was written, everything about this book was absolutely exquisitely piece
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The Mask of Mirrors
- By: M. A. Carrick
- Narrated by: Nikki Massoud
- Length: 23 hrs and 13 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 760
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 669
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 665
Ren is a liar and a thief, a pattern-reader and a daughter of no clan. Raised in the slums of Nadežra, she fled that world to save her sister. Now, she has returned with one goal: to trick her way into a noble house, securing her fortune and her sister’s future. But in the city of dreams, her masquerade is just one of many. Enigmatic crime lord Derossi Vargo, stony captain of the guard Grey Serrado, dashing heir Leato Traementis, and the legendary vigilante known as the Rook all have secrets that could unravel her own.
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5 out of 5 stars
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This is what I come to the fantasy genre for.
- By Julie D. on 02-13-21
- The Mask of Mirrors
- By: M. A. Carrick
- Narrated by: Nikki Massoud
Spectacular!!!!
Reviewed: 08-12-21
This book has jumped to the top 5 books I have ever read/listened to!! The world building, richness of the characters, the full immersion into a completely new and complex setting, magical/religious & society structure is breathtaking!! And the narrator was absolute perfection. I CANNOT WAIT FOR THE NEXT!!!
Bravo to the author and narrator!!
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Kingdom of Sea and Stone
- Crown of Coral and Pearl, Book 2
- By: Mara Rutherford
- Narrated by: Amanda Dolan
- Length: 10 hrs and 58 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 158
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 134
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 134
Ever since Nor was forced to go to a nearby kingdom in her sister's place, she's wanted nothing more than to return to the place and people she loves. But when her wish comes true, she soon finds herself cast out from both worlds, with a war on the horizon. As an old enemy resurfaces more powerful than ever, Nor will have to keep the kingdom from falling apart with the help of Prince Talin and Nor's twin sister, Zadie. There are forces within the world more mysterious than any of them ever guessed - and they'll need to stay alive long enough to conquer them.
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3 out of 5 stars
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Disappointed
- By Mada on 12-01-20
- Kingdom of Sea and Stone
- Crown of Coral and Pearl, Book 2
- By: Mara Rutherford
- Narrated by: Amanda Dolan
Enjoyable!
Reviewed: 07-29-21
I really enjoyed this duology! It’s pretty chaste and innocent but still has enough to keep all ages interested. It was pretty unique in world creation as well! I wouldn’t say it was as in-depth world/characters as ACoTaR (and certainly not as graphic!) but more along the lines of Shadow & Bone.
A lot of the reviews of the first book in particular said it was “Insta-love” but I have to disagree with that taking into account the lack of life experience that Nar has. She found Talin attractive, and for once someone was looking at *her* and not her perfect sister.
Also given that and the situation she finds herself in at Newcastle, her only ally with any power (for she was completely powerless), it’s natural for her to attach to him and build on it. The “love” as in “I love you” wasn’t “insta”.. moreso the attraction. All in all an enjoyable, cute read.
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Fierce Heart
- Elven Alliance, Book 1
- By: Tara Grayce
- Narrated by: Liz Brand
- Length: 7 hrs and 19 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 379
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 326
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 323
Essie would do anything for her kingdom...even marry an elf prince she just met that morning. The human kingdom of Escarland and the elven kingdom of Tarenhiel have existed in an uneasy peace after their last wars ended with both kings dead. As tensions rise once again, desperate diplomacy might be the only way to avert war. If only negotiations between elves and humans were that simple.
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5 out of 5 stars
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FIERCE HEART 7 Stars!! Brilliant!!
- By ~Anonymous~ on 04-16-20
- Fierce Heart
- Elven Alliance, Book 1
- By: Tara Grayce
- Narrated by: Liz Brand
Written for a 12yr old Audience
Reviewed: 07-12-21
Cute story but written for a 12yr old Audience with minimal story, character and setting building. The narrators performance of Essie was god-awful. 75% of the book was Essie’s internal monologue that consisted of non-stop questions… and an extremely uncomfortable and annoying obsession with hair, hair products and touching hair. The book was ridiculous.
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Malice
- A Novel
- By: Heather Walter
- Narrated by: Ann Marie Gideon
- Length: 13 hrs and 14 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 1,206
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 1,061
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 1,060
Princess Aurora. The last heir to Briar’s throne. Kind. Gracious. The future queen her realm needs. One who isn’t bothered that I am Alyce, the Dark Grace, abhorred and feared for the mysterious dark magic that runs in my veins. Humiliated and shamed by the same nobles who pay me to bottle hexes and then brand me a monster. Aurora says I should be proud of my gifts. That she...cares for me. Even though a power like mine was responsible for her curse. But with less than a year until that curse will kill her, any future I might see with Aurora is swiftly disintegrating
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5 out of 5 stars
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Couldn't stop listening.
- By Cori Steinberg on 04-16-21
- Malice
- A Novel
- By: Heather Walter
- Narrated by: Ann Marie Gideon
Blown away... incredible!!!!
Reviewed: 04-23-21
There is so much I want to say about how incredible this book is but words really don’t do it justice. Just listen to it. Narrator is absolutely phenomenal... I cannot wait for the second book!!!!!
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