Amanda Hobbs
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Battle Mage
- By: Peter A. Flannery
- Narrated by: RD Watson
- Length: 34 hrs and 30 mins
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The world is falling to the burning shadow of the Possessed and only the power of a battle mage can save it. But the ancient bond with dragonkind is failing. Of those that answer a summoning too many are black. Black dragons are the enemy of humankind. Black dragons are mad. Falco Dante is a weakling in a world of warriors, but worse than this, he is the son of a madman. Driven by grief, Falco makes a decision that will drive him to the brink of despair. As he tries to come to terms with his actions Falco follows his friends to the Academy of War.
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Stop whatever you are reading and get this one!!!!
- By Lazarus on 12-24-17
- Battle Mage
- By: Peter A. Flannery
- Narrated by: RD Watson
Interesting premise
Reviewed: 03-08-19
Overall an interesting story, although it is a fairly typical coming of age story. There were multiple sentances the narrator reread which was distracting.
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How Do Dinosaurs Say Good Night?
- By: Jane Yolen, Mark Teague
- Narrated by: Jane Yolen
- Length: 3 mins
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Few words pack a lot of punch in this delightful story about bedtime rituals. There will be no pouting or shouting or moping or moaning when the lights go out because dinosaur kids everywhere will want to see this production again and again.
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loved it
- By SkullQueenMama on 09-02-19
- How Do Dinosaurs Say Good Night?
- By: Jane Yolen, Mark Teague
- Narrated by: Jane Yolen
Great book
Reviewed: 05-19-17
My son loves this book. All of sound effects really increase the interest of little ones.
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Emperor of Thorns
- A Broken Empire Novel
- By: Mark Lawrence
- Narrated by: James Clamp
- Length: 13 hrs and 47 mins
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Jorg would be emperor. It is a position not to be gained by the sword but rather by vote. And never in living memory has anyone secured a majority of the vote, leaving the Broken Empire long without a leader. Jorg has plans to change that - one way or the other. He’s uncovered even more of the lost technology of the land, and he won’t hesitate to use it. But he soon finds an adversary standing in his way, a necromancer unlike any he has ever faced - a figure hated and feared even more than himself: the Dead King. The boy who would rule all may have finally met his match....
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Lacks anticipation
- By Climbersteve on 02-17-19
- Emperor of Thorns
- A Broken Empire Novel
- By: Mark Lawrence
- Narrated by: James Clamp
Amazing ending to an intriguing series
Reviewed: 03-25-17
I really enjoy the dark story and following Jorg on his journey to the emperors throne. The ending was a good twist on the series and wrapped up the story well.
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King of Thorns
- By: Mark Lawrence
- Narrated by: James Clamp
- Length: 13 hrs and 30 mins
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The follow-up to Mark Lawrence' s thrilling debut novel Prince of Thorns, King of Thorns continues the tale of antihero Jorg Ancrath. After wresting back control of his kingdom from those who murdered his family, Jorg sees the land erupt with hundreds of battles fought by lords and petty kings. More daunting still, he faces an enemy many times his own strength. Jorg may not be able to win this battle in a fair fight, but he wields a rage and cunning that just might even the odds.
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Still no Unicorns ,,, but
- By Wanderlusting on 05-27-14
- King of Thorns
- By: Mark Lawrence
- Narrated by: James Clamp
Love the dark story
Reviewed: 03-23-17
Jorg gets even better, or worse, in this book. Jumping back and forth through time makes it a little confusing, especially in audiobook form. However it really ties the story together and makes it more interesting.
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Prince of Thorns
- By: Mark Lawrence
- Narrated by: James Clamp
- Length: 9 hrs and 19 mins
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Author Mark Lawrence has won over audiences everywhere with Prince of Thorns, his exciting debut novel. Nine-year-old Prince Jorg is forced to watch as his mother and brother are slaughtered. Fleeing the palace, Jorg joins a bloodthirsty band of thugs. But he’s determined to take back what’s rightfully his, so he returns to the castle a few years later - unaware of the dark and powerful magic that awaits.
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It sticks in your head.
- By Door on 09-07-13
- Prince of Thorns
- By: Mark Lawrence
- Narrated by: James Clamp
Amazing Dark Tale
Reviewed: 03-20-17
Jorg is a depraved character and is amazing as the point of view for this story. I read The Red Queens War before this and it is a major shift from the lighthearted character Jalan to Jorge, but both are fascinating and deep characters.
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The Wheel of Osheim
- By: Mark Lawrence
- Narrated by: Tim Gerard Reynolds
- Length: 18 hrs and 59 mins
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All the horrors of Hell stand between Snorri Ver Snagason and the rescue of his family, if indeed the dead can be rescued. For Jalan Kendeth, getting back out alive and with Loki's key is all that matters. Loki's creation can open any lock, any door, and it may also be the key to Jalan's fortune back in the living world. Jalan plans to return to the three w's that have been the core of his idle and debauched life: wine, women, and wagering. Fate, however, has other plans - larger plans.
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A decent end to an OK series
- By Eric Sellers on 02-19-17
- The Wheel of Osheim
- By: Mark Lawrence
- Narrated by: Tim Gerard Reynolds
Awesome ending
Reviewed: 03-17-17
Great story. Could not stop listening. Jalan is probably one of my favorite characters. He makes an interesting anti-hero and always keeps the story engauging.
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The Liar's Key
- By: Mark Lawrence
- Narrated by: Tim Gerard Reynolds
- Length: 19 hrs and 59 mins
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After harrowing adventure and near-death, Prince Jalan Kendeth and the Viking Snorri ver Snagason find themselves in possession of Loki's Key, an artefact capable of opening any door and sought by the most dangerous beings in the Broken Empire - including The Dead King. Jal wants only to return home to his wine, women, and song, but Snorri has his own purpose for the key: to find the very door into death, throw it wide, and bring his family back into the land of the living.
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Even better than the first
- By Audre on 06-26-15
- The Liar's Key
- By: Mark Lawrence
- Narrated by: Tim Gerard Reynolds
Great Read
Reviewed: 03-10-17
Love to see that Jalan is still the bastard that keeps up his interesting antics. His self centered attitude always gets him into more trouble. Perfect ending!
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Prince of Fools
- The Red Queen's War, Book 1
- By: Mark Lawrence
- Narrated by: Tim Gerard Reynolds
- Length: 14 hrs and 38 mins
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The Red Queen is old but the kings of the Broken Empire dread her like no other. For all her reign, she has fought the long war, contested in secret, against the powers that stand behind nations, for higher stakes than land or gold. Her greatest weapon is The Silent Sister - unseen by most and unspoken of by all. The Red Queen's grandson, Prince Jalan Kendeth - drinker, gambler, seducer of women - is one who can see The Silent Sister.
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A fantasy odd couple caught up in a bigger game
- By Lore on 04-10-16
- Prince of Fools
- The Red Queen's War, Book 1
- By: Mark Lawrence
- Narrated by: Tim Gerard Reynolds
Unique Characters
Reviewed: 03-03-17
I really enjoyed the dichotomy between the two main characters. It was fun to see a darker individual cast as the main character and point of view. The familiarity with European geography and races helps to more easily color the different characters.
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Royal Assassin
- The Farseer Trilogy, Book 2
- By: Robin Hobb
- Narrated by: Paul Boehmer
- Length: 29 hrs and 17 mins
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Young Fitz, the illegitimate son of the noble Prince Chivalry, is ignored by all royalty except the devious King Shrewd, who has had him tutored him in the dark arts of the assassin. He has barely survived his first, soul-shattering mission, and when he returns to the court, he is thrown headfirst into the tumult of royal life.
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Utterly Frustrating
- By John on 04-30-12
- Royal Assassin
- The Farseer Trilogy, Book 2
- By: Robin Hobb
- Narrated by: Paul Boehmer
Great second book
Reviewed: 02-17-17
Another amazing story by Hobb. Great twists and fun magic. Fitz story gets more complex. hope he grows up a little more in the next book.
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The Farseer: Assassin's Apprentice
- By: Robin Hobb
- Narrated by: Paul Boehmer
- Length: 17 hrs and 18 mins
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With unforgettable characters, a sweeping backdrop, and passionate storytelling, this is a fantasy debut to rival that of Robert Jordan. Filled with adventure and bloodshed, pageantry and piracy, mystery and menace, Assassin's Apprentice is the story of a royal house and the young man who is destined to chart its course through tempests of change.
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Not a waste of 83 hours...just the 60 I spent.
- By Sean on 01-07-13
- The Farseer: Assassin's Apprentice
- By: Robin Hobb
- Narrated by: Paul Boehmer
Great character
Reviewed: 02-02-17
This is one of the better books I have read lately. The character development in this novel is amazing. Fitz is an interesting character.
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