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The Beginning of Everything

Written by: Kristen Ashley
Narrated by: Liz Thompson,Dina Pearlman,Stella Bloom,Joniece Abbott Pratt,Esther Wane,Gemma Dawson,Robin Miles,Clara Francesca,Lance Greenfield,Jakobi Diem,Ralph Lister,John Hartley,Rupert Channing,Sarah Coomes
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Once upon a time, in a parallel universe, there existed the continent of Triton....

The land was filled with beauty, but it was also splintered by war.

Out of the chaos grew a conspiracy to reawaken the Beast, a fearsome creature who wrought only tragedy and devastation. The only way to stop him is to fulfill an ancient prophecy: Triton’s four strongest warriors must wed its four most powerful witches, binding all nations together and finally bringing peace to the land.

This is the beginning of the story of their unions: the quiet maiden Silence and the savage King Mars. The cold warrior Cassius and the fiery witch Elena. The steadfast soldier True and the banished beauty Farah. And the pirate King Aramus and his mysterious Queen Ha-Lah.

Their unions will not be easy, but each couple must succeed....

The fate of their world is at stake.

©2019 Kristen Ashley (P)2019 Audible Originals, LLC.

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LOVE the cast of narrators...story good, too

This is not a lovely story, but it is well imagined, well told, and intriguing. It is at turn violent, bloody, political, romantic and sexual. I found it at time uncomfortable then sweet, but it not for everyone. For example, it starts with a rape and human sacrifice...

The prologue led me to search for a cast of characters online--which I never found--but the various voices definitely helped straighten things out! Its pretty fabulous to hear all the talent on this cast of characters.

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Not a favorite

Just couldn't keep up with all the characters and goings on. Too many plot lines and story lines to care about. Not recommended.

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Completely drawn into the story!

Okay, this is truly an epic fantasy, with varying POV’s, centuries long rivalries, and imminent world destruction on the horizon! I will admit, I was a little hesitant at the start, there were so many characters to get to know, but I quickly had them sorted out, and they quickly had my heart. Layer upon layer of stories, deep intrigue and deception, and royal families that are strong and fraying, all focused on the magic that must be done. Our couples were chosen by the fates, not each other, and they think their task to be simple, but *squeal* Frey and the elves know better (we get them in one scene, and that solidified I needed to settle in for the story!). I was completely drawn in by each couple, their stories, and all the danger surrounding them, and without taking a breath, dove instantly into the next part of the story!

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OMG

cant wait to hear the rest of these. I love it.so zo zo awesome. once again you done it KA

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Good ride to work

A bit of a complicated story. I was going to give up half way through because of the vast amount of characters. But persevered because of the lively sex. It was worth it in the end. I will get book 2.

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boring

incredibly boring. didn't finish. narration is lacking. disappointing purchase. . . . . . .

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Love

I very much enjoyed the writing. The performers did great :)
Now on to the next!

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Horrible acting/accents.

Interesting, twisting tale but boy is it shocking. The first 10 minutes was horrible.
The story itself is quite interesting and I'm glad I persevered.
That said, the Irish and Scottish characters were completely butchered by horrible acting and accents! So very badly done.
What a shame.

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