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Age of War

Written by: Michael J. Sullivan
Narrated by: Tim Gerard Reynolds
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Rich in magic and adventure, Michael J. Sullivan’s soaring fantasy novels are masterworks of heroism, love, and sacrifice. Now, in the New York Times best-selling Age of War, the epic battle between humankind and the cruel godlike beings who once ruled them finally ignites in all its fury. 

The alliance of humans and renegade Fhrey is fragile - and about to be tested as never before. Persephone keeps the human clans from turning on one another through her iron will and a compassionate heart. The arrogant Fhrey are barely held in check by their leader, Nyphron, who seeks to advance his own nefarious agenda through a loveless marriage that will result in the betrayal of the person Persephone loves most: Raithe, the God Killer. 

As the Fhrey overlords marshal their army and sorcerers to crush the rebellion, old loyalties will be challenged while fresh conspiracies will threaten to undo all that Persephone has accomplished. In the darkest hour, when hope is all but lost, new heroes will rise...but at what terrible cost? 

©2018 Michael J. Sullivan (P)2018 Recorded Books

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I can't stop listening!

I have been listening to this series non-stop because I love it so much. I recommend it to all my friends who enjoy fantasy. I will be listening to the whole series again once I finish it because I love it so much.

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reminds me of the simillarian

written in a Tolkien esk fashion, with heros of old and magic yo rival gods. great book.

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Laborious

As a huge (HUGE!) fan of the Riyria chronicles, I was looking forward to this prequel series. But to be honest, it almost feels like it was written by someone else. Or perhaps it was written for children.
Everything feels forced. All the human characters are pretty infantile and the writing is packed with cliches.
I have made it to book three, hoping the childish tone would eventually go away, but it didn’t. I give up.

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There is loss, but the characters still shine.

Maybe not quite as compelling as the first two books, but still, so so good. Threds are tied, answerable given, more questions are asked. War is in the name so you know there is loss, so much of it. Still the characters shine and I love them all, even the horrible ones.

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Fabulous but Sad

Makes sense that while you are invested in the characters, and enjoy their journey the word War in the title means sadness. Excellent story though.

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Aside from that, how was the parade?

This book contains a senseless death, an inexplicable explosion, a manipulative gosling, unresolved treachery, star-crossed love, many miraculous coincidences, and innumerable loose ends. If there wasn’t an immediately available sequel I would be very unhappy.

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amazing

I love this series of book cant wait to read the next one and the one after that

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Deeply Satisfying (subtle spoilers)

Did not expect this story, considering the title. This story that was rife with emotion. It was about relationships and love. And damn the PC issues of the word "cripple," Gifford's was my favorite moment. There was so much vulnerability and the "strong" characters seemed ineffective. Reminded me of how I used to see the world as a kid; that vulnerability was a virtue. And actually made me feel like seeing it that way again. And Persephone's last words... what a turn.

Tim Gerard Reynolds. What. A. Performance. Thanks for the tears!

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Fantastic

love the book cant wait to grab the next one ends with a great cliffhanger

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I enjoyed it.

it was a good story, that could have been an amazing story. narrator was great, although when I first heard his voice I was skeptical... that said he was great!

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