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Orconomics: A Satire

The Dark Profit Saga, Book 1

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Orconomics: A Satire

By: J. Zachary Pike
Narrated by: Doug Tisdale Jr.
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Professional heroes kill and loot deadly monsters every day, but Gorm Ingerson's latest quest will be anything but business as usual.

The adventuring industry drives the economy of Arth, a world much like our own but with more magic and fewer vowels. Monsters' hoards are claimed, bought by corporate interests, and sold off to plunder funds long before the Heroes' Guild actually kills the beasts. Of course, that's a terrible arrangement for the Shadowkin; orcs, goblins, kobolds, and their ilk must apply for to become Noncombatant Paper Carriers (or NPCs) to avoid being killed and looted by heroes.

When Gorm Ingerson, a Dwarven ex-hero with a checkered past, stands up for an undocumented goblin, he inadvertently singles himself out for recruitment by a prophet of the mad goddess to undertake a suicidal quest. But there's more to Gorm's new job than an insane prophecy: Powerful corporations and governments have shown an unusual interest in the quest. If his party of eccentric misfits can stop fighting each other long enough to recover the Elven Marbles, Gorm might be able to turn a bad deal into a golden opportunity.

©2014 John Zachary Pike (P)2016 John Zachary Pike
Humorous Funny Witty Fantasy
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Dwarves and orcs and elves and more, OH My!

Disclaimer: I am not a gamer, but I have a great appreciation for satire and fantasy. I am sure the gamers get more of the inside jokes. Nevertheless, I really enjoyed this saga, and was disappointed that because the author has a separate work life, the sequel is not available. I read a lot of fantasy and science fiction, and listen to more. This was one the the more enjoyable. I didn't necessarily laugh out loud, but I did snicker often. I appreciated the gentle life lessons along the adventure road; the flaws of the Heroes; and the amoral economics of the Questing nation. Buy and listen, you won't regret it.

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You will be unable to stop listening

This book is as addictive as it is funny.

You will love the sharp humor of the hero's and cry over the dark that is brutal big business. It is a story of misfits pulled often literally from the gutter.

P.S NEVER PISS OFF A DWARF

P.S.S With my thinks to a great righter for a wonderful story best of luck and looking forward to the next one. NO. B. S. Seigel

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Loved It.

The author writes with pure brilliance, the story is engaging, and I laughed out loud numerous times. Tons of detail went into the back story and world building for this series. I definitely recommend it.

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One of the most entertain books I've listen to

Where does Orconomics: A Satire rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

It sits in the top 5 no problem. I wasn't sure I would like it, but damn glad I took the plunge. The story and the narration were top notch. The Narrator is perfect for this book. He does all the different characters perfectly. Plus his goblin spot on Only draw back I could think of, (and I had to think deeply) is that the brief voice overs for the Orc parts are a bit distracting. Good thing they are only in like 2 minutes of the whole book.

What other book might you compare Orconomics: A Satire to and why?

I think it sits somewhere between Douglas Adams, and a typical D&D novel. Not as witty as Douglas but still well worth it.

What about Doug Tisdale, Jr.’s performance did you like?

His ShadowKin voices are perfect. He now sits in the top 3 of my all time favorite narrators.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Hell yea, but with life and all, I had to break it up.

Any additional comments?

Really, really looking forward to part II.

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Great story well read

Orconomics is a fun and entertaining story through a fantasy world that plays with the usual building blocks of the genre. The narrator does a great job and makes the characters have....well character. Wasn't sure what to expect going into it but very happy I did. Looking forward to the next in the series.

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Loved it!!

I chose this book because it was recommended by Drew Hayes. He couldn’t have been more right - it was a fantastic listen and I'm going to get the second book as soon as I finish typing this review! If you’re a fan of Drew Hayes or LG Estrella, this book’s for you!! PS: the narration was perfect!!

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Will be buying book 2 when it comes out.

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes. It is a great story for any friend of yours that is a gamer or understands nerd culture.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes.

Any additional comments?

Good Narrator. Clever story on how the gaming world generally rewards its players with money for killing monsters or bad guys. Then twisting that into a viable business program and entity for a book.

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good funny story. amazing voices

I laughed out loud couple times. definitely chuckled quite a fee. learned a few things relevant to my world, and had to contemplate a few ideas. that makes it a good book. it would have been a great book if it wasn't the start of a series, which I loathe. I want a book to be start and finish. closure. but that's MY problem, not author. the narration was amazing. all those voices!.

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Fantastic!

I can't wait for the next one! Loved how the narrator did the goblin's voice.

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A Good Take on DND

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I have already recommended it to some of my fellow friends, as inspiration for their game tables. Zachary Pike walks a road many others have paved before him, but the unique spin and the humor makes this book quite appealing.

What did you like best about this story?

I like the internal consistency, and some of the intellectual legwork surrounding the heroes guild concept, the economic situation, and how people make their living in such a world is quite appealing.

What about Doug Tisdale Jr.’s performance did you like?

Doug Tisdale has plenty of room and offers a unique tone on dialogue to individuals who need them, as well as maintaining the narrative flow of the story. That is really all one might ask of an audiobook.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

There are several times in this book where the tragicomic nature of being a hero and being a professional comes into focus. It is all a joke until it isn't anymore, and the serious nature of ruthless people playing for keeps is compelling enough to ensure the listener is kept on their toes.

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