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The Fallen King's Penitent Soldier

Tales of the High Court, Book 5

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The Fallen King's Penitent Soldier

By: Megan Derr
Narrated by: Michael Stellman
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The youngest son of a despised king, thrust upon a throne he never wanted, Desmond nevertheless tried to be a good monarch to Benta. Despite his efforts, the rebels were discontent with him, the alliance with the Harken Empire have taken control, and Desmond's private guards are either dead or turned traitor. On the verge of being executed, Desmond gets an unexpected rescue from Harken in the form of the fearsome Penance Gate mercenaries and the beautiful, brutal man who leads them.

Beneath the shining edifice of every empire is a foundation of violence and pain, and Chass has always done his duty to Harken by being the bastard who endures and metes out both. He is used to being hated, and does not deny he deserves it. But in the aftermath of rescuing the enchanting, compelling Desmond, he wishes more than ever that he could be the noble hero just once, instead of the monster good only for spreading terror.

©2022 Megan Derr (P)2023 Megan Derr Fantasy Fiction Romance Royalty Feel-Good

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I've read the entire Tales of the High Court series several times, and I've listened to the audio books even more. So I've been waiting anxiously and eagerly for this fifth book. It is wonderful! On the surface, Chaz and Desmond seem an unlikely couple, but they are both truly survivors and have endured roles in life and situations they had no choice in. The story is intense and filled with hardship, but the end brings the hoped-for HEA. I enjoyed Michael Stellman's narration -- I think he does a great job. I was relieved that he narrated this last book. When the narrator changes in the middle of a series, I often find it a little jarring. I highly recommend this series and this book.

At last!

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Michael Stellman has done well voicing the stories of the high court. With this book family ties are restored through hard work.

Cw: recovery of the victim of abuse and history of off page abuse.

A beautiful conclusion to the series

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Love the story line and the way the characters was able build themselves back up through their faith.
It show so many ways that your chosen family will always be there for you and blood is just that.
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Over the moon

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Yet an other smashing book in this series! love this world and these people. Cant wait for the next one! Thank you Megan Derr for the wonderful story and thank you Michael Stellman for bringing it to life.

Cried, laught and loved it!

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My only complaint is that the narrator changed the pronunciation of some character names and places. In the fifth book. That, and mispronunciation, are my biggest pet peeves with audio books. My brain has a little spasm every time.

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Loved this entire series. The representation was great and the story was full of political intrigue.

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Another adventure much enjoyed. Michael Stellmam is one of my favorite narrators, and it was so nice to revisit the characters from previous stories. It was a very satisfying conclusion with a well-written recovery of a character who had been deemed villainous previously. It is so sad but necessary at times to know both sides of a story.

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I love this series. I always enjoy how the author creates the world's. And is able to include all these wonderful characters and places.

Once again, Michael did a fantastic job with the narration.

Wonderful addition to the series.

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This is the one with Aron’s evil brother Chaz, who is on a decades long journey of redemption, and the king of Benta. It is very exciting and sweet. There are dogs!

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