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The Viscount and the Witch

By: Michael J. Sullivan
Narrated by: Tim Gerard Reynolds
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Eleven years before they were framed for the murder of a king, before even assuming the title of Riyria, Royce Melborn and Hadrian Blackwater were practically strangers. Unlikely associates, this cynical thief and idealist swordsman, were just learning how to work together as a team. In this standalone first installment of The Riyria Chronicles, Royce is determined to teach his naive partner a lesson about good deeds. Join Royce and Hadrian in this short story about one of their earliest adventures.

Please note: "The Viscount and the Witch" is Chapter 2 of The Rose and the Thorn, which is Book 2 in the series The Riyria Chronicles.

©2011 Michael J. Sullivan (P)2013 Recorded Books Epic Epic Fantasy Fantasy Fiction Historical Magic Magic Users Witchcraft
Engaging Characters • Humorous Dialogue • Rich Voice • Clever Plot Twists • Standalone Short Story • Rich Fantasy World
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Fantastic story makes me laugh every time! This is a great intro to the Riyria series or if you just want a good short story.

excellent story

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Good narrator plus unique story equals a must listen! This was my first experience with this author and I’ll definitely pick up some of his other works!

Nice change of pace!

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Just a fun shot story. You can finish it in less than one hour of listening.

Great

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In the intro, MJS admits that he is not that great at writing short stories, but says he put more effort into this one having good character development and a good rounded story. He was correct and it was funny on top of that. If you don't know if you want to read the Chronicles, then start with this short story. If you like it I know you will like the books.

Funny

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I have read all three of the Riyria Revelations and they were all excellent fantasy. This short story is a part of the Riyria Chronicles which are the first three books in the Riyria adventures. Similar to Star Wars where the last three books/movies came out first. A little confusing.
Anyway, this is the second chapter of the second book in the Riyria Chronicles, "The Rose and the Thorn" and what a great teaser, it made me jump right back into Michael Sullivan's wonderful, epic fantasy series. I surely miss the characters and Tim Gerard Reynolds's fantastic narration, so I'm onto, "The Crown Tower".
If you like fantasy at all, or even if you don't, you will not be disappointed with any of these books. Highly recommend.

Be Careful Who You Steal From

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Lessons learned are not always for the other person. Some humor within this read in adventure. In this short for the series 'The Riyria Chronicles' Sullivan makes the adventure fun and filling. I will be reading the rest of this series with anticipation for the first page.

lessons learned and much remembered

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Sullivan doesnt disappoint as the pair Hadrian and Royce go on yet another adventure! This short tale is especially centered in the development of the two, showing off their relationship and banter.

Another Hilarious Adventure

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I like that this story was not one that you needed to know the universe that the other stories were created in to enjoy it. I like the fact that it was a stand alone and you did not feel the need to have read the other books in the series to understand what was going on.

Good story

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This is actually one of the first chapters in one of his books. The Rose and the Thorn.

A very short entertaining story.

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it was great to find out how Royce and Hadrian became business partners with the viscount

Great short story

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