Captain's Fury

Codex Alera, Book 4

By: Jim Butcher

Narrated by: Kate Reading

In his acclaimed Codex Alera novels, #1 New York Times bestselling author Jim Butcher has created a fascinating world of elemental magic. Now, as enemies become allies, and friends become bitter foes, a danger beyond reckoning looms for all...

After two years of bitter conflict with the hordes of invading Canim warriors, Tavi of Calderon, now Captain of the First Aleran Legion, realizes that a peril far greater than the Canim exists—the mysterious threat that drove the savage Canim to flee their homeland.

Tavi proposes attempting an alliance with the Canim against their common foe, but his warnings go unheeded. For the Senate’s newly-appointed military commander has long desired to wipe out the Canim “scourge,” and their slave allies.

Now, Tavi must find a way to overcome centuries-old animosities if an alliance is to be forged, and he must lead his legion in defiance of the law, against friend and foe—or none will have a chance of survival...©2008 Jim Butcher; (P)2008 Penguin

Critic reviews

“Sharp tactical plotting, hazardous cross-country travel and a dash of sardonic humor mark Butcher's fourth Codex Alera novel...Butcher deftly deploys intrigue, conflicted loyalties and hairbreadth action to excellent effect. Few writers balance military realism and cinematic swashbuckling with so much skill or wit.”—Publishers Weekly

“The fourth Codex Alera novel further develops the world and characters of its predecessors and confirms Butcher's mastery of action-filled fiction.”—Booklist

“I couldn't put this one down...Great work.”—SF Revu

“Readers are transported to a distant world that feels like a cross between Ancient Rome and Ancient Britain in this complex tale of war and personal growth...Mr. Butcher demonstrates his versatile talent that never fails to engage his audience.”—Huntress Reviews

I had to STOP everything!

I have listened to the books in this series and (yikes!) I got so involved I stopped everything I was doing and enjoyed the action! Kate Reading is ABSOLUTELY AWESOME. She really brings the characters to life throughout the whole series thus far and I have to say that I was pleasantly surprised by the amount of emotion in her voice! I found myself "feeling" the emotions of characters and situations and I loved the descriptions of places and people, the writer really drew me into the story. I would have to say that this series should be on the credit-worthy list. As a side note, I feel the need to add that I love "Epics" but I am terribly picky about what series I keep listening / reading. This is a great one and I will be sad when it's over.

woo, go get em boys!

Love what Tabi learns in this one. That Tavi is one smart cookie. I am worried for the Carnam.

Great book in a great series

This entire series has been one big page-turner. I usually listen to books during my commute. Since starting this series, however, I find myself finding time to listen.

Butcher has done an excellent job developing the characters. They are both internally consistent while still growing from book to book. A new facet is seen for most of the major characters in each subsequent book.

Kate is a masterful story-teller. I enjoyed her in the Wheel of Time series as well. With her, it is easy to discern who is speaking.

Butcher does a great job of mixing in political intrigue, individual and epic battles, new and unique races and romance. I especially enjoy his unique implementation of "magic".

Thanks Jim

This series is among my top three favorites. One of my others is also by Jim. He has an impressive ability to drag you in and keep you interested throughout the entire series, even through the mundane pieces. This particular book is the most emotional of the series and it brings you close to all of the main characters.

Excellent

Loved it! Kate Reading's performance was perfect. The story was great! 4th time for me!