Lara

World of Hetar, Book 1

De: Bertrice Small

Narrado por: Christine Rendel

New York Times and USA Today best-selling author and master of romance Bertrice Small welcomes you to the magical, sensual World of Hetar.

For Lara, a half faerie, half human, her beauty is a blessing and a curse. Sold into a Pleasure House by her father, she commits herself to a lifetime of servitude. But even in a place where pleasure is not censured but encouraged, her otherworldly beauty proves too much for her suitors.

When Lara escapes, she is introduced to a new way of life, and an incredible man who opens her eyes to the growing unrest among their people...and the extraordinary destiny that awaits her. Lara will journey the depths of desire and despair to find a love that will last an eternity - a love that will change Hetar forever.

Contains mature themes.

©2005 Bertrice Small (P)2020 Tantor

Excellent narrator

I was very impressed with Christine Rendel narration of Lara. She did a different voice character for each person in this book. Looking forward to book 2. Only one other narrator books was a different voice used for each character. He won many awards for narrating this series of books. Doing over 150 voice characters. I have read many of Bertrice Small books over the last 25 years. I have never been disappointed with any of her books. May she rest in peace.

Love it!

I have read the series multiple times… so happy to finally find the series on Audible.

Another great read

As always Ms. Small delivers! I’ve read this book before and it always takes me another place and time.

The THRONE OF GLASS of bodice rippers!

A challenging journey of self-discovery and fulfilling one’s destiny. The men along the way will test Lara’s resilience and ignite her passions. The lore is exquisite, and the magic system is unique. I love it when we eventually meet Shadow Prince Kaliq (keep your ears open for him).


🎙️ Superb performance by Christine Rendel!
🎧 Recommended Listening Speed: 1.7+
*I listen to all of her books at 2+ speed. It enhances the narration.


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My Favorites

1. The O’Malley saga | The ultimate family saga of female powerhouses and the men they bring to their knees.
2. World of Hetar series | The “Throne of Glass” of bodice rippers!
3. Beloved | A descendant of Cleopatra and two Romans that desire her above all. Say less. A historical feast.
4. A Moment in Time | A breathtaking love that is an echo in time. Emotional and unputdownable.
5. The Love Slave | A sensual historical hot-for-teacher romance.
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okay, but too sexual assault-y for me

I enjoyed the differing perspectives of the characters and the smooth transitions from one character to the next. Negative aspects include the graphic, basically sexual assault scenes. A lesser issue is that there are several instances of: 1. event transpires and is described as it happens 2. the information is passed from character present for event to a character not present 3. a character not present for the event passes the information to another character not present. I did not detect a worthwhile rationale for that storytelling choice.

I love this Series

I enjoyed this book when I was 16 and I enjoy it at 32. Overall I love this story. I suggest to those who are new to it give it a chance. The main Character is slow to develop BUT really takes off toward the end but more so in the next books. She is only 14 and that is something to keep in mind throughout reading. My only issue was the accent the Narrator put on for Kilik. My favorite male Character in the series. Sounds like she is trying to mix in some french accent but then its comes and goes.
I can't wait for the other books to arrive on audible.

Fantastic read!

Highly recommend!
Loved it!
Great book!
Can't wait to read the rest of the books!

New Author For Me!

This was the first book I have heard from this Author, Beatrice Small. Truly enjoyed it plus it’s a series! The Narrator Christine Rendel is amazing! Will definitely add her as well to favorites!

Enjoyable

Enjoyable and versatile indeed amazing creatures with gifts and wisdom, great for lonely nights and rainy days

I would not listen around others

I was very happy to see more Bertrice Small books available. Small is wonderful at blending historical plot with wonderful characters. she is one of those authors that shows a romance novel can be more than sex every five pages. how ever I did forget that this story is more on the sexual side and sometimes found myself jumping ahead to get back to the story. I hope more in this series will come to audible