Cursor's Fury

Codex Alera, Book 3

By: Jim Butcher

Narrated by: Kate Reading

Length: 20 hrs and 27 mins

Publisher's summary

The power-hungry High Lord of Kalare has launched a rebellion against the aging First Lord, Gaius Sextus, who with the loyal forces of Alera must fight beside the unlikeliest of allies - the equally contentious High Lord of Aquitaine. Meanwhile, young Tavi of Calderon joins a newly formed legion under an assumed name even as the ruthless Kalare unites with the Canim, bestial enemies of the realm whose vast numbers spell certain doom for Alera. When treachery from within destroys the army's command structure, Tavi finds himself leading an inexperienced, poorly equipped legion - the only force standing between the Canim horde and the war-torn realm.

©2007 Jim Butcher (P)2008 Penguin Audiobooks

Critic reviews

"Butcher deftly mixes military fantasy and political intrigue in the rollicking third Codex Alera book...Readers will cheer Tavi every step of the way.” (Publishers Weekly)

"The author of the Dresden Files modern fantasy series is equally familiar with old-style, ‘classic’ fantasy, demonstrating his skill in complex plotting and vivid world crafting to masterly effect.” (Library Journal)

“Plenty of military action and some interesting revelations about Tavi’s past make this one of the best volumes yet in this entertaining series.” (Locus)

Great story, hate the trumpets

The story just keeps getting better and I feel like Jim hit his stride in the third book, just like in the Dresden Files, but the trumpets are obnoxious, unnecessary, and distracting.

I'm completely addicted!

Great storyline (if you've not heard of he bet which led to the origin of this story then you should research it!) with what Butcher was given to work with its amazing how in-depth and drawing this story has become! But then again were talking about Jim Butcher here and so im little surprised!! He is a genius with the pen and his imagination is sure to entertain for generations and generations to come!! Thank You Jim for allowing us to go on these journeys with you!

Keep it up

Quite solid addition to the series. Enjoying it a lot. Butcher continues to be a favorite.

They just keep getting better and better :)

The book was awesome! It reveals more and more secrets the author didn't let us know in the first 2 books. keeps you on the edge of your seat the whole time

Best Series I have read

the voice acting is perfect, story is perfect mix of action, comedy, politics, and love. All you need to know is that and you need to read it immediately!

Amazing!

This has by far been my favorite of the series so far! I love the growth of the main characters and strong relationships in the story. I love the narrator too! She makes the voices for each character unique even though there are plenty of characters.

I really love this seriea

It's a fun book and series with good character development and storyline. the audio book has great narration.

Another great book.

Loved it, couldn't stop listening. Now onto the next book in the series. Can't wait!!!

Favorite So Far

This is my favorite of the series so far. Tavi has become an adult and is able to finally be in control, at least of his own Legion. I found the part with Issanna and Araris too long and tedious, though.

Compelling to the point of distraction

I'll admit I questioned whether I'd finish The Codex Alera after the first two books, enjoying both not feeling terribly invested in the characters futures. While Cursors Fury presents an fantastic and epic adventure for each of it's POV characters, the growth and backstory herein gives the reader both reason to care and a hook that should carry them to the end of the series, if only to see where there arcs lead. A fitting midpoint to the series read by a narrator whose skill has increased with each entry, Cursors Fury is a must for fans of High Fantasy.