The Pursuit of Leviathan

By: C. D. Baker

Narrated by: Nick Denton

In the 17th century, hundreds of thousands of Europeans endured some of the most barbarous assaults ever lost to history. Until now. As heir to the family estate, young English gentleman Christopher Clive is submissive to his grandfather's grooming, but his heart is drawn to the enchanting Irish muse, Raven O'Morrissey. When her village is attacked, Christopher makes a noble sacrifice and comes face to face with Leviathan - a godless spirit of chaos - and its world of forced slavery, jihad, and the clash of empires. Yet even as the years pass, he cannot forget the coastal mist of the sea cove he and Raven once shared as the setting of their tragic romance and of a legendary treasure that could change their fate forever. An extraordinary journey across perilous lands and a historical portrait of unthinkable evil, The Pursuit of Leviathan reveals a great monster that threatens us all - and the greater power that insures its inevitable defeat.

©2016 C David Baker (P)2017 C David Baker

It Deserves TEN STARS!!!!

This book may be the best I've listened to so far this year....and I listen to A LOT of books. The story is very well written and researched. Prior to listening, I didn't know much about this time period. The author did an excellent job of making it fascinating to learn about. The story pulled me in from the beginning and you can't help but to laugh, cry and grow with the main character. It's a very touching and emotional read/listen.
The narration is FABULOUS!!! You can tell the narrator put all his passion, blood, sweat and tears into his performance. Nick Denton brings the book to life and makes you feel as if you are right there with the character. I hope to see and hear more books narrated by Mr. Denton in the near future.
I have found a new favorite author and narrator and will definitely pick up anything I see from either one....but they make an excellent team!!

I 110% recommend this book, this author, this narrator!

I received this audiobook via audiobook boom and voluntarily reviewed.

Fantastic historical epic

Who was your favorite character and why?

Christopher Clive, he stays true to his beliefs no matter what happens to him and stays faithful to Raven, if only her memory.

Which character – as performed by Nick Denton – was your favorite?

Christopher

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

When Christopher finally realizes he's free.

Any additional comments?

Loved this book, and it covered an era and subject of history that isn't often seen. The narrator was amazing as well. I received a free review copy of this audiobook at my request and I have voluntarily left this review.

Glad I took this journey

I wasn’t expecting a 20-year journey through the life of a Irish Nobleman, but I’m glad I took the trip. Well written, with deep human passion. Also, very historically detailed: from the clothing to the foods, it all felt well researched and authentic. The voice artist was good - only one questionable choice: the American man that helped the prison break was a sour note vocally. Other than that, very well done.

Great Book!

I thoroughly enjoy this book. This is a great story with a perfect narrator. Well worth the credit!

"This book was provided at no cost for a fair and honest review."

Well researched and narrated, but be warned . . .

I found this to be a difficult listen which I had to keep rewinding as the language of the time, along with the narrator's superb use of dialect, made it a challenging listen for me. Yes it is historical fiction, and seemingly well researched, it was the type of tale that I found I needed to pay strict attention to in order to keep up with the people, places, and events over a 20-year period. The detailed descriptions of the Muslim influence on the Ottoman Empire was significant and did add about the only Christian aspect (the main character being unapologetic despite his hostile surroundings) of the novel. Yes there is the good over evil aspect, but it tends more toward the mythic than divine.

I would recommend this to those that are familiar with this time period and a listen which if narrated in a rather authentic voice. The is a degree of violence, but it is a reflection of the time and place rather than simply for effect. The story and narration were both better than my overall rating of the book simply because I did not find it to be an entertaining or enjoyable listen.

A review copy of this audiobook was provided by the author, narrator, or publisher at no cost in return for this unbiased review. My hope is that this review helps in your decision to obtain this book.