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A Tide of Black Steel

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A Tide of Black Steel

By: Anthony Ryan
Narrated by: Steven Brand
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From the international bestselling author Anthony Ryan comes the spectacular first novel in a new epic new fantasy trilogy inspired by Norse mythology.

A new age has dawned. An age of blood and steel. An age of wrath.

The land of Ascarlia, a fabled realm of bloodied steel and epic sagas, has been ruled by the Sister Queens for centuries. No one has dared question their rule.

Until now.

Whispers speak of longships of mysterious tattooed warriors, sailing under the banners of a murderous cult of oath-breakers long thought extinct. A tide of black steel that threatens to vanquish all in its path.

Thera of the Blackspear, favored servant of the Sister Queens, is ordered to uncover the truth. As Thera sails north, her reviled brother, Felnir, sets out on his own adventure. He hopes to find the Vault of the Altvar—the treasure room of the gods—and win the Sister Queens’ favor at his sister’s expense.

Both siblings—along with a brilliant young scribe and a prisoner with a terrifying, primal power—will play a part in the coming storm.

The Age of Wrath has begun.

©2024 Anthony Ryan (P)2024 Orbit
Action & Adventure Dragons & Mythical Creatures Epic Fantasy Historical Royalty
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Engaging Characters • Excellent Storytelling • Intriguing Twists • Exciting Action Scenes • Immersive Worldbuilding
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a few surprises I didn't see coming and great cast of characters made this an enjoyable read

excellent ending

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This story has gory battle, mystery, and excellent characters. I personally liked how each chapter switched to one of the 4 main characters and it revolved. I was never bored and plenty of action or mystery to keep engagement. I can't wait for the rest of the trilogy.

Likeable Characters, Story, and Fast paced.

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It was hard to keep track of characters at the beginning but as it went some things are explained and eventually I got it all straight.

Ended up really liking it.

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There is too much world building and norse mythology that is needed to understand the story fully. Also the characters do not build enough throughout the story, making you lose connections/interest when jumping from character to character.

The traditional names used

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I like fantasy and I like Viking stuff, so I thought I'd like this. It felt like this was the later book in a series, one where they say it can be stand-alone but really isn't. I felt like the storyline was being dumped into the deep-end of the pool to learn how to swim. The narration was excellent.
I like most books so when I start a series I normally just buy the entire thing at once. Glad this was the only one available. Maybe if a re-listen it will make more sense.

Felt like a later book in a series

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Really enjoyed this book and the story concept. It moves very fast and has a lot of action.

Great Adventure

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excited to see the next book and go through it ! and our beloved scribe maybe returns

can't wait for what's next

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Story was pretty awesome but the narrator reads in monotone and didn't change his voice for any of the characters. Really lazy work. impossible to differentiate between characters.

cool story horrible narration

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Couldn’t keep up with the story with the dull narration. After 3 hours listening decided I will have to pick up the physical copy of this book in order to finish.

Bad narration

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Best book I’ve listened to all year. Great characters and storyline. This is going to be an amazing series!

Fantastic

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