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The Oathbound

Vows and Honor Series, Book 1

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The Oathbound

By: Mercedes Lackey
Narrated by: Christa Lewis
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The first audiobook in the Vows and Honor trilogy unites sword master and sorceress in a quest for revenge in this thrilling epic fantasy.

She was Tarma. Born to the Clan of the Hawk of the nomadic Shin'a'in people, she saw her entire clan slain by brigands. Vowing blood revenge upon the murderers, she became one of the sword-sworn, the most elite of all warriors. Trained in all the forms of death-dealing combat, she took to the road in search of her enemies.

She was Kethry. Born to a noble house, sold into a hateful "marriage", she fled life's harshness for the sanctuary of the White Winds, a powerful school of sorcery. Becoming an adept, she pledged to use her talents for the greatest good. Yet unlike other sorcerers, Kethry could use worldly weapons as well as magical skills. And when she became the bearer of a uniquely magical sword that drew her to those in need, Kethry was led to a fateful meeting with Tarma.

United by sword-spell and the will of the goddess, Tarma and Kethry swore a blood oath to carry on their mutual fight against evil. And together, sword master and sorceress set forth to fulfill their destiny....

©1988 Mercedes R. Lackey (P)2019 Tantor Action & Adventure Epic Epic Fantasy Fantasy Fiction Magic Sword & Sorcery Magic Users Sorcery

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“Their adventures are both imaginative and entertaining.... An intricately choreographed confrontation provides an extremely clever resolution.” (Rave Reviews)
Engaging Storytelling • Rich Fantasy World • Excellent Performance • Talented Reader • Humorous Plot Twists
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I loved the original book, this rendition is truly faithful to it. I'd forgotten how good it was.

Wonderful!

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it's been 31 years since I first read this book, and while I would have liked to see the audio book earlier, it was well worth the wait!

A superb reading of great stories

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I've read the book before and loved it, but the performance made the book come alive in a new way. fantastic.

amazing performance

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Enjoyed this book when I was a teenager and I enjoyed listening to Christa Lewis' performance. She brought Kethery and Tarma to life. I will be looking forward to Oathbreakers - the other book in the Vows and Honor series.

Interesting characters.

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Very well written melding of short stories. Very good Sword and Saucery book. Good narration.

Spellbinding

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I wasn’t sure what I was going to read.... but this author keeps my imagination captivated completely!!! This story has all the bits of the fantasy story!!!

Amazing Story!! Loved it!!!

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I loved it when it was first published, and loved it again on audible. thank you.

loved it

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I love the details, the feelings, the ideas. This is my second time listening, and I enjoyed it even more.

better the second time around!

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Great story,well told reader was super. At least a 9 of ten. Rules,rules Rules more rules.

GREAT

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Good story line - Incredible narration😊 I recommend a listen and enjoyment. Look forward to more in this story line

Great read

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