Stephen

Fascinating perspective of Goblin adventure

Revisado: 12-27-14

This novel offers a fresh perspective of creatures that are routinely treated superficially and consistently presumed to be mere fodder for traditional heroes. Maera, a young woman with a dark history, finds herself inadvertently thrust into a Goblin horde demanding a redefinition of her preconceived notions and biases. The story line rapidly draws the listener into a fascinating immersion in a foreign culture, tribal politics, dictates of their spiritual doctrines, sibling rivalry and internecine competition. Overall, a fascinating exploration of what we would normally consider monsters.

The narrator displays a notable talent for interpreting a variety of unique characters in a large cast of players. He deftly weaves the storyline delineating each voice with a surprising range of emotion, tone and tenor. A skillful performance that brings the story to life in a delightful manner wholly appropriate to the genre. I would enthusiastically seek out this narrator again.

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Delightful immersion in a well written fantasy

Revisado: 11-02-14

An absolute must for the fantasy fan who appreciates mature character development, thoughtful conflict, and an intricate multi-thread plot.

Considerable time is invested in the development of the individual backstories of the questing ensemble which pays tremendous dividends as the adventure unfolds drawing the reader (listener) deeply into a tightly interwoven story. We avoid the omnipotent super heroes so common in today's video games and focus on characters with very real human foibles that work alternately together and at odds to resolve both the surreal and mundane. The backdrops of both medieval Europe and the middle east with their political and theological references lend a tangible grounding to the fantasy allowing the listener to easily suspend disbelief and fully embrace magic, monsters, and brigands.

A talented narrator brings the story to life with both energy and a vivid presentation. His range of character interpretation is remarkable and this is an absolute must given the size and diversity of both the questing ensemble and the multiple encounters along the way. The accompanying music was carefully selected to compliment the narrative and sets the tone perfectly for each of the ensuing sections.

Overall, a well written storyline in a delightful presentation. Highly recommended.

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