
Stormwarden
Book 1 of the Cycle of Fire
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Narrated by:
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David Thorpe
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By:
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Janny Wurts
For the first time in audio, the Cycle of Fire Trilogy, a stout and epic tale mixing sci-fi and fantasy by acclaimed author Janny Wurts. This classic fantasy trilogy follows three young people struggling to free the Stormwarden, the last of the elemental power-wielding Vaere sorcerers, so that he can battle the humanity-threatening demonkind.
Far in the future, a human-crewed starship crashes on a distant planet, carrying alien POWs taken to help discover the secrets of a deadly foe, the group mind known as the Gierj. In time, the humans revert to a feudal society, the aliens are seen as "demons", and the starship's computer survives as a "magical" entity known as the Vaere.
In Book 1, Stormwarden, Auskiere, wizard of wind and water, binds the Mharg-demons with the aid of Ivan, master of fire and earth. But at the moment of his greatest peril, Ivan is betrayed and he swears a terrible oath against his betrayer - an oath so powerful that it begins a relentless "cycle of fire".
Janny Wurts is the author of several fantasy series, including the internationally best-selling Empire trilogy, written in collaboration with Raymond E. Feist. She paints all her own covers, depicting her vision of characters and setting. She is also an expert horsewoman, sailor, musician, and archer.
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Not suitable for audio
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Extremely over the top...but also ..interesting...
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it's a little different from other stories in that it had sci fi and old world mixed together.
really great book
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Great Story Great Narration
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The concept of a computer guarding mankind was the best part.. It used myth, legend and advanced technology as magic. I did not like all the dealings with feelings and emotions. Give me more action.How would you have changed the story to make it more enjoyable?
Not as whinny.What did you like about the performance? What did you dislike?
He did good voices. A lot of it was monotone.Could you see Stormwarden being made into a movie or a TV series? Who should the stars be?
NoToo much about feelings
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There???s plenty of the unexpected, too. For example, much of the story takes place at sea. Also, an alien endows humans with supernatural powers by injecting them with crystallized demons. For a coming-of-age story, the plot is refreshingly unpredictable and Stormwarden ends with an exciting action-packed climax ??? a trademark Janny Wurts feature. The reader also gets a sense of Wurts??? expertise in sailing, horsemanship, and other outdoor pursuits ??? all of these elements feel real and this is something that sets this fantasy novel apart from most of its peers. The narrative style is more expository than is my preference, and sometimes it???s wordy, but it???s full of passion and David Thorpe???s perfect performance lends enthusiasm and verve.
It's a great time to be an audiobook reader!
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Diverse characters are brought together to save the Stormwarden who is under enchantment by the evil sorceress, Tathagres, in league with demons. In beautiful Wurts style, the action swoops into a very exciting climax. I can't wait for the next two books to be released! Hurry, Audible!
David Thorpe does a bang up job as narrator, with an ability to create a variety of voices appropriate to the characters and with expression that helps the tension build.
Audible: More Janny Wurts please! In particular The Curse of the Mistwraith, The Ships of Merior, The Warhost of Vastmark, The Fugitive Prince, Grand Conspiracy, Peril's Gate, Traitor's Knot, and Stormed Fortress. I'll buy them all! I promise!
A great fun fantasy romp for YA
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The beginnings for a Master Storyteller
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The unfortunate aspect is the writers need to use technical terms inappropriatly; such as a young pessent fishermans son knowing all the nautical terms and even how to navigate away from landand the Author using a plethora of these terms (as an example) in incidental description distracting from the main story line. This somewhat takes away from following a most interesting story line which combines Sorcery witha touch of Sci Fi and other gifts with interesting characters, Sorceresses, Sorcerers and Demons.
Was i happy to listen to it, yes; will i get the 2nd Book; that i don't know yet.
Good Story but
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Too much melodrama
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