Marley

Loved it.

Revisado: 06-04-15

This is a truly great read. I loved the characters so much... and the story line was original and the situation a great way to set up conflict and a long-term arc. Beanie is a great heroine - not helpless or whiny... really struggling to maintain her own individuality and not become a pawn... and Remy is one of my favorite Vampire characters since Lestat. He's a rich, complex and incredibly entertaining anti-hero. You'll love him. I was very impressed with Stephanie Summers writing and the creativity in which she brought a new scenario to vampire fare.

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Poetic, thrilling and thought provoking.

Revisado: 06-04-15

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes - I would. To the right kind of listener. This isn't just pulp fiction... the author has very strong philosophical views that are woven beautifully through the story like a tapestry. It's like a Lord of the Rings type world with incredibly rich imagery and a morality tale structure.

What other book might you compare The Boy and the Peddler of Death to and why?

I think it's would really appeal to readers who like the Hobbit or Game of Thrones... but the book really plays on multiple levels. It reminded me of the George Bernard Shaw in it's use of narrative to really hold a mirror up to our own societal values and complacency. It's some of the richest and most poetic writing i've read in a long time. The author has a totally unique voice... I think it will captivate many.

Which character – as performed by Joel Froomkin – was your favorite?

the narrator brings a vast range to all the characters... it's very much like the Roy Dotrice Game of Thrones treatment... broad, clear characters with individuality and great theatricality. I think my favorite character was a fairy named Dani... she's kind of bad-ass. With a huge array of characters and fantastical creatures, his narration really helped keep a clear sense in my mind of who was speaking and their journey through the story.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

It's not a long read... there are a couple sections that focus on world-building and tone, rather than dialogue... and I liked being able to take the time to absorb those.

Any additional comments?

It's a very impressive piece of writing... I'm very interested to see how this series grows and develops. You certainly become invested in the overall arc of the characters - but there isn't any kind of cheap cliffhanger at the end. The story is a very satisfying appetizer for what i'm sure will be an arresting complete journey.

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