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The Adventure of the Demonic Ox

A Penric and Desdemona Novella, Book 14

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The Adventure of the Demonic Ox

By: Lois McMaster Bujold
Narrated by: Grover Gardner
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When sorcerer Learned Penric hears of the suspected demonic possession of an ox at his brother-in-law’s bridgebuilding worksite, he thinks it an excellent opportunity to tutor his adopted daughter and student sorceress Otta in one of their Temple duties: identifying and restraining such wild chaos elementals before harm comes to their hosts or surroundings.

What begins as an instructive family outing turns anything but routine when a mountain search becomes a much more frightening adventure for Penric and his charges. What is undergone there by both mentor and students will yield lessons both unexpected and far-reaching.

©2025 Lois McMaster Bujold (P)2025 Blackstone Publishing
Fantasy Historical Sorcery Magic Magic Users Emotionally Gripping
Family Adventure • Hopeful Future • Sweet Story • Interesting World • Satisfying Continuation

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I wish it were longer although I understand a story is the length that it is for its own reasons

I always enjoy knowing what happens next.

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Another great listen from a master writer and a great performer. Its only problem is that it is so good that I listened to it nonstop. As it came available at midnight, so much for a nights sleep.

Fantastic Listen

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This tale harkens back to many previous P&D stories and gives a glimpse of the future of the next generation.

The kids are alright

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I love this family adventure and empathize with Penric’s reluctance for his young daughters and son to go to their respective schools and apprenticeships. Every time my 13-year-old starts talking about college, I feel the very same.

Penric and his family are darling!

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Their story continues. these books are short. I have the privilege of being satisfied with the story, yet wanting more. An amazing telling. Great job to all involved with this production

A satisfying rendition as always

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