
Crown of Rust and Ruin
The Queen Trials, Book 8
Failed to add items
Add to Cart failed.
Add to Wish List failed.
Remove from wishlist failed.
Adding to library failed
Follow podcast failed
Unfollow podcast failed

Get 2 free audiobooks during trial.
Buy for $24.95
No default payment method selected.
We are sorry. We are not allowed to sell this product with the selected payment method
-
Narrated by:
-
Penelope M. Wright
-
By:
-
Penelope Wright
About this listen
Clio has everything she needs to end King Ergondy's reign forever... except the opportunity. Now she's fighting to stay on top as King Ergondy uses a "glistening powder shortage" and an intensified Forever War to justify changing all the rules. Clio knows that if the king dismisses her, she'll never go home. Instead she'll live the rest of her life in the dungeons, feeding his insatiable appetite with her powerful feelings. Clio must survive to the bitter end, and even then, that might not be enough.
©2024 Penelope M. Wright (P)2024 Penelope M. WrightListeners also enjoyed...
-
The Queen Trials
- By: Penelope Wright
- Narrated by: Penelope Wright
- Length: 7 hrs and 38 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
I never wanted to join the Queen Trials. But I’m not a victim and never have been. When a peacekeeper attacks me in a mine shaft, I fight back and win. Sort of. Because I made a mistake. I let him live. He knows my name. He’ll come after me, and he’ll kill the only person I love: my sweet, clueless brother Shellor. Nobody escapes from Locality Fourteen. There was only one way out that would protect us both: Enter the Queen Trials and become a star. Now, I’m plunged into a competition with dozens of gorgeous women from all over the kingdom.
-
-
Mouth sounds
- By Joy Walsh on 04-08-25
By: Penelope Wright
-
Thrall
- By: K. A. Riley
- Narrated by: Jessie Elwyn
- Length: 8 hrs and 55 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
In the realm of Kravan, children of lower-class citizens are raised in a prison-like structure called "The Tower" from birth until adulthood. Known as the Tethered, they are held in thrall until their powers reveal themselves around the time of their nineteenth birthday. Every year, the Tethered who are tested and deemed harmless are chosen to leave the Tower and join the outside world as servants to live in the households of the ruling class. Those who are deemed threats are taken away—and no one knows what happens to them, though they suspect the worst.
-
-
Bravo!
- By nicole tracy on 01-30-25
By: K. A. Riley
-
The Cure
- A Young Adult Dystopian Novel (The Cure Chronicles, Book 1)
- By: K. A. Riley
- Narrated by: Yu-Li Alice Shen
- Length: 7 hrs and 55 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
On her 17th birthday, Ashen Spencer is blindfolded and escorted to the massive, mysterious building known as the Arc to begin her year of training and testing in hopes that she can earn the Cure - a powerful drug given only to those deemed worthy to survive beyond their 18th birthday. Ashen has a chance to rise up from her former life of squalor and be granted a place in society, if the Panel - the mysterious group of powerful men and women in charge of the Arc - deems her year a success.
-
-
I agree with a previous review
- By Anonymous User on 04-08-22
By: K. A. Riley
-
The Royal Trials: Imposter
- The Royal Trials Series, Book 1
- By: Tate James
- Narrated by: Bridie Lawrence, Jarred Kjack
- Length: 7 hrs and 15 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
It should have been an easy task for a skilled mercenary like Rybet Waise. Simply break into the royal palace, and rescue her friend from the executioner’s block. But when Rybet accidentally qualifies for the Trials, she finds herself with little choice but to see them through. A thin veil of etiquette, elegance, and glamour hides the true nature of the Trials. Behind closed doors, they are brutal and bloody, and to fail means to forfeit her life. Thrust into the limelight and forced to compete with the Kingdom’s elite sweethearts, unlikely allies emerge and bonds are formed.
-
-
So glad I went for it!
- By Ashley Mann on 07-19-20
By: Tate James
-
Salt
- Thalassic
- By: Liz Shipton
- Narrated by: Neva Nevarre
- Length: 9 hrs and 34 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
My name is Bird Howsley, and I'm a beautiful disaster. Okay, "beautiful" is probably being generous. But the "disaster" part is right. In a brutal dystopian waterworld, where survival depends on skill and smarts, I'm pretty much always one bad decision away from watching my life go completely down the drain. Luckily, I have a lifeline: my cute, level-headed sailing teacher, Sargo Paz. Did I say cute? I didn't mean cute. He's just a friend. I definitely don't have weird sex dreams about him.
-
-
Not bad
- By Juliet Mike Tango on 04-04-25
By: Liz Shipton
-
The Royal Trials: Seeker
- The Royal Trials, Book 2
- By: Tate James
- Narrated by: Jarred Kjack, Bridie Lawrence
- Length: 5 hrs and 46 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
The Royal Trials were never meant to be easy, not even for an imposter like Rybet Waise. But nothing could have prepared her for the magical storms, mutated animals, and malicious gods standing in her way. There is no time for tears. Mere hours after being bathed in Prince Alexander’s blood, Rybet must embark on a quest. The second trial dictates she find a missing magical artefact - Queen Ophelia’s crown. Released from the overbearing confines of the royal palace, Rybet competes not only with the other remaining ladies, but also with the land itself.
-
-
Overall 3 1/2 ⭐️
- By AudioObsessed on 11-09-20
By: Tate James
-
The Queen Trials
- By: Penelope Wright
- Narrated by: Penelope Wright
- Length: 7 hrs and 38 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
I never wanted to join the Queen Trials. But I’m not a victim and never have been. When a peacekeeper attacks me in a mine shaft, I fight back and win. Sort of. Because I made a mistake. I let him live. He knows my name. He’ll come after me, and he’ll kill the only person I love: my sweet, clueless brother Shellor. Nobody escapes from Locality Fourteen. There was only one way out that would protect us both: Enter the Queen Trials and become a star. Now, I’m plunged into a competition with dozens of gorgeous women from all over the kingdom.
-
-
Mouth sounds
- By Joy Walsh on 04-08-25
By: Penelope Wright
-
Thrall
- By: K. A. Riley
- Narrated by: Jessie Elwyn
- Length: 8 hrs and 55 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
In the realm of Kravan, children of lower-class citizens are raised in a prison-like structure called "The Tower" from birth until adulthood. Known as the Tethered, they are held in thrall until their powers reveal themselves around the time of their nineteenth birthday. Every year, the Tethered who are tested and deemed harmless are chosen to leave the Tower and join the outside world as servants to live in the households of the ruling class. Those who are deemed threats are taken away—and no one knows what happens to them, though they suspect the worst.
-
-
Bravo!
- By nicole tracy on 01-30-25
By: K. A. Riley
-
The Cure
- A Young Adult Dystopian Novel (The Cure Chronicles, Book 1)
- By: K. A. Riley
- Narrated by: Yu-Li Alice Shen
- Length: 7 hrs and 55 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
On her 17th birthday, Ashen Spencer is blindfolded and escorted to the massive, mysterious building known as the Arc to begin her year of training and testing in hopes that she can earn the Cure - a powerful drug given only to those deemed worthy to survive beyond their 18th birthday. Ashen has a chance to rise up from her former life of squalor and be granted a place in society, if the Panel - the mysterious group of powerful men and women in charge of the Arc - deems her year a success.
-
-
I agree with a previous review
- By Anonymous User on 04-08-22
By: K. A. Riley
-
The Royal Trials: Imposter
- The Royal Trials Series, Book 1
- By: Tate James
- Narrated by: Bridie Lawrence, Jarred Kjack
- Length: 7 hrs and 15 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
It should have been an easy task for a skilled mercenary like Rybet Waise. Simply break into the royal palace, and rescue her friend from the executioner’s block. But when Rybet accidentally qualifies for the Trials, she finds herself with little choice but to see them through. A thin veil of etiquette, elegance, and glamour hides the true nature of the Trials. Behind closed doors, they are brutal and bloody, and to fail means to forfeit her life. Thrust into the limelight and forced to compete with the Kingdom’s elite sweethearts, unlikely allies emerge and bonds are formed.
-
-
So glad I went for it!
- By Ashley Mann on 07-19-20
By: Tate James
-
Salt
- Thalassic
- By: Liz Shipton
- Narrated by: Neva Nevarre
- Length: 9 hrs and 34 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
My name is Bird Howsley, and I'm a beautiful disaster. Okay, "beautiful" is probably being generous. But the "disaster" part is right. In a brutal dystopian waterworld, where survival depends on skill and smarts, I'm pretty much always one bad decision away from watching my life go completely down the drain. Luckily, I have a lifeline: my cute, level-headed sailing teacher, Sargo Paz. Did I say cute? I didn't mean cute. He's just a friend. I definitely don't have weird sex dreams about him.
-
-
Not bad
- By Juliet Mike Tango on 04-04-25
By: Liz Shipton
-
The Royal Trials: Seeker
- The Royal Trials, Book 2
- By: Tate James
- Narrated by: Jarred Kjack, Bridie Lawrence
- Length: 5 hrs and 46 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
The Royal Trials were never meant to be easy, not even for an imposter like Rybet Waise. But nothing could have prepared her for the magical storms, mutated animals, and malicious gods standing in her way. There is no time for tears. Mere hours after being bathed in Prince Alexander’s blood, Rybet must embark on a quest. The second trial dictates she find a missing magical artefact - Queen Ophelia’s crown. Released from the overbearing confines of the royal palace, Rybet competes not only with the other remaining ladies, but also with the land itself.
-
-
Overall 3 1/2 ⭐️
- By AudioObsessed on 11-09-20
By: Tate James
-
The Collapse: The Complete Series
- By: Penelope Wright
- Narrated by: Penelope M. Wright
- Length: 30 hrs and 59 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Rosie collapsed on the Seattle sidewalk, alone, cold, and drenched in seawater. Her head ached. Nothing seemed right. And her memory was little more than a fuzzy feeling of foreboding. She knows two things…One: She’s on an important mission. Two: Never mix with the locals. Injured and weary, Rosie knows that if she doesn’t get help, she may not be able to piece together the reason she's in 2018. Her gut says it’s vital. But if she trusts anyone, it could forever alter the timeline. When tough, street-smart Carlos takes her under his wing…the adventure begins.
-
-
Very entertaining
- By Stephen Parrish on 04-20-24
By: Penelope Wright
-
The Kingdom of Ruin
- Heir Academy, Book 1
- By: KC Kean
- Narrated by: Willa Jaymes, Kieran Regan
- Length: 9 hrs and 54 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Once upon a time, a wondrous Kingdom flourished under the reign of its proud Fae king and his family. All was not as it seemed when poisonous schemes and utter betrayal led to the downfall of an empire. Sixteen years have since passed, the lands now lay in ruin, and crime prevails despite the will of the Council. Their mission becomes clear: produce an heir and unite the Kingdom to restore its former glory.
-
-
Willa James!!!! Delicious;)
- By Larisa Garrett on 09-22-24
By: KC Kean
-
The Princess Trials
- A Young Adult Dystopian Romance
- By: Cordelia K Castel
- Narrated by: Stacey Glemboski
- Length: 12 hrs and 8 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Water is scarce. Deserts have taken over the land. Nuclear war has devastated humanity. Humans live in walled super cities to keep out the irradiated. The land that was formerly known as America is divided into kingdoms ruled by royal elites. Born into the lowest Echelon of the Kingdom of Phangloria, 16-year-old Zea Calico faces a life of hunger, thirst, and toil. The only way out of this drudgery is revolution, and Zea is desperate to help the cause.
-
-
A blend of the Selection and the Hunger Games
- By Michelle Carr on 02-24-21
-
Lies That Bleed
- The Ember War, Book 1
- By: Leia Stone
- Narrated by: Vanessa Moyen
- Length: 8 hrs and 12 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
As the daughter of the emperor, Aisling Everhart was born into privilege. She has trained her entire life to go into The Wilds and have a chance at bonding with a creature that can give her unknown power. Half of the candidates will die the first night, and only a few will make it out. Those who survive the bonding are quickly conscripted into the Imperial Fleet to join the war.
-
-
loved this so much
- By jade on 07-11-24
By: Leia Stone
-
Dwindle
- Populations Crumble, Book 1
- By: K.A. Gandy
- Narrated by: Chelsea Stephens
- Length: 7 hrs and 48 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Humanity is on the verge of extinction. The government has a simple plan to save the species: mandatory genetic matching. But it's not so simple when it's your own life on the line. Sadie doesn't want to marry a stranger at nineteen, let alone figure out which of her seven matches is the best fit. Things get even worse when one of the other women in the program gets drugged and disappears for voicing a complaint. Can Sadie navigate the matching program and save her friend, or will she get swallowed up by the conspiracy herself?
-
-
Disappointed
- By S Shra on 12-29-23
By: K.A. Gandy
-
Fated to the Wolf Prince
- The Hunted Omegas, Book 1
- By: April L. Moon
- Narrated by: Stella Rose, Jack Hesperus
- Length: 9 hrs and 20 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
I'm a doctor and a researcher. My pack is small, in a quiet part of central Texas. It's a simple existence, and I like it that way. It's just me and my two besties, living our best single lives. That is until the mandate comes. Every unmated wolf in the entire world called to one place. I'm a psi, the weakest designation there is. I can barely shift, and there's no chance of me getting matched—only humiliated. It can't get worse—until it does. I've barely made it off the bus when I lock eyes with the hottest wolf I've ever seen, and he reeks of power.
-
-
Friendship and strength! And that Alpha growl!!
- By RueLaRue on 11-07-24
By: April L. Moon
What listeners say about Crown of Rust and Ruin
Average customer ratingsReviews - Please select the tabs below to change the source of reviews.
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
- E Sousaphone
- 01-13-25
An exciting and rewarding read
For all eight books the story kept me completely engaged. Cleo.was a heroine I rooted for and whose ups and downs throughout this series kept me on the edge of my chair. I hope to see Cleo in a sequel to the Queen Trials someday.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
- may read
- 02-18-25
Very good
This is an excellent series, much like the hunger games. But this one is better in my opinion.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
- Flowers48
- 04-20-25
I Wish There Were 8 More!
I listened to all eight books in this series, and what really stands out—aside from the consistent quality—is the tone. While the world is dark and the stakes are high, the main character never turns cold or detached like you often see in this genre. Think Hunger Games, but with a heroine who stays thoughtfully kind, even when it would be easier not to be. She’s committed to helping others, not just surviving, which gives the story a sense of purpose and warmth you don’t usually get in dystopian fiction.
The plot stays tightly focused across all eight books, with no time jumps or meandering. Each book picks up right where the last leaves off, and the story stays centered on real stakes, expanding the world building, and momentum. If you liked Book One, you can trust the rest to deliver.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
- Tyrone Ivey
- 03-02-25
Enjoyable beyond words
I read each of these 8 books almost as soon as they came out and couldn't wait for the next one. They brought an escape whenever I read because the world and characters were so real. The narration was also great. I highly reccomend all of them!
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
- Heaven Carr
- 02-04-25
unsatisfying ending continued voice issues
the ending to this series was short and unimaginative after 7 prior books of build up. I also struggled to get over the authors constant lip and tongue smacking continuously interrupting the flow. I should have stopped at the sample. Not worth the time invested in an overall dull plot.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!