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The Rose and the Thorn

Written by: Michael J. Sullivan
Narrated by: Tim Gerard Reynolds
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Publisher's Summary

Two thieves want answers. Riyria is born.

For more than a year, Royce Melborn has tried to forget Gwen DeLancy, the woman who saved him and his partner, Hadrian Blackwater, from certain death. Unable to get her out of his mind, the two thieves return to Medford but receive a very different reception - Gwen refuses to see them. The victim of abuse by a powerful noble, she suspects that Royce will ignore any danger in his desire for revenge. By turning the thieves away, Gwen hopes to once more protect them. What she doesn't realize is what the two are capable of - but she's about to find out.

©2013 Michael J. Sullivan (P)2013 Recorded Books

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Great story, narration and banter.

I love these characters. The narrator is my favorite and really brings everything to life. You really just want to follow all their adventures.

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Rose and Thorn

Amazing book and narrative. A must listen too
Gives for a great reason to venture out on a car ride

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Another Great Addition by Michael Sullivan

The writer/performer duo of Michael J. Sullivan and Tim Gerard Reynolds always leaves me wanting more. THe stories are rich with character development, lore, and the perfect amount of action. The Rose and the Thorn is a great example of this, as it is a story that makes you nervous, excited, happy, sad, and sometimes even makes you cringe. If all you crave is more of hadrian and royce at their best then this book is great for you. #Audible1

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good books

loved it looking forward to seeing more in this story I really enjoyed the writing

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Awesome! Really enjoyed the series so far. Would

Awesome! Really enjoyed the series so far. Would recommend. 1 2 2 3 4

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Brilliant

This is exactly the type of book/audiobook that I love. Heroes worthy of being hero’s, a plot line that is exciting, and for this audiobook, a reading that adds something special to an already brilliant book. Love it. Keep it coming.

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A worthy listen!

I thoroughly enjoyed this audiobook. The narrator is spot on and the storyline is just as strong as the first book in the series, if not stronger. I really enjoyed the fast paced plot and the very interesting characters. The only piece missing in these stories is the element of magic which is common place in fantasy. I’m hoping the forthcoming books have some magic and then I’ll feel inclined to give a five star rating.

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fantastic

love Michael J.Sullivan's work.
this series in particular kept me reading long into the night.
Our reader Tim Gerard Reynolds does a fine job .

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