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Last Argument of Kings
- The First Law: Book Three
- Narrated by: Steven Pacey
- Length: 27 hrs and 3 mins
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- Adam
- 03-02-11
Over & All...
Pretty good series....
Last book was good, ending?
Well, like I said earlier Pretty Good series.
Narrator, was fairly good. But like all of us... He had his moments.
Enjoy :-)
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- chaze33
- 07-30-12
pretty good
What made the experience of listening to Last Argument of Kings the most enjoyable?
There are quite a few cliff hangers in this series and they keep you interested till the end.
Would you be willing to try another book from Joe Abercrombie? Why or why not?
Yes, he seems to get better and better as he writes
Which scene was your favorite?
Logan and Ferrow (did I spell this right?) fighting the practicles in the streets
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
Yes it was
Any additional comments?
I listened to this series because reviews seemed to say that it was just as good as A Song of Ice and Fire, but it wasn't. Don't get me wrong, this is a very good series, however the characters (not near as many) and the plot wasn't as complex as George R Martins story.
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- Yawning Lion
- 07-24-12
gripping story, absolutely superb narration
What did you love best about Last Argument of Kings?
Steven Pacey knows how to tell a story! His inflection, modulation, pitch...it was constantly changing with the narrative, at all of the proper places. I had read the entire trilogy before discovering audible.com, and I loved all of the books as well. Pacey has definitely done it justice!
What was one of the most memorable moments of Last Argument of Kings?
For me, when one of the main characters of the story unwittingly commits a great atrocity against a dear friend...his having to live with it afterwards...
What does Steven Pacey bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?
Steven Pacey's modulation is outstanding: he is loud when he needs to be loud, pensive when he needs to be pensive; he seasons the story with wit, terror, and visceral emotion...he gives his characters their own voices, so that a dialogue can be followed without the narration stating who is currently speaking. He truly brought the story to life.
Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
It made me laugh at times, and wince at others...The First Law trilogy is both whimsical and very dark. Joe Abercrombie doesn't gild the lily when describing battles or human nature...
Any additional comments?
All three of the audio books are superb, and I have listened to them more than once.
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- Pham Nuwen
- 12-27-14
Good story. Well read.
Very good story even if it is derivative at times. The voice acting is consistent and professional. Some characters sounded like well known actors e.g Bethod was Richard Burton. But this was only a minor distraction.
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- Dylan
- 12-18-12
Great ending!
Would you listen to Last Argument of Kings again? Why?
Probably not because I don't tend to re-listen to books,
What did you like best about this story?
The characters and plot build up to a great ending.
Have you listened to any of Steven Pacey’s other performances before? How does this one compare?
Great, just like the previous books.
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- M. Sherburne
- 01-17-11
Wow
These books and the narrator have ruined anything I can listen to from now on out. But, I would never take back the amazing experience I enjoyed. So what if nothing will ever touch the combo of these two people....I'll just have to live with it. The word excellent doesn't even cut it. After listening to all these books, I have TRIED to listen to other books. The bar was raised with these listens far too high for anything to even come close. I cannot express how good these books are. And the narrator.....I really don't see anyone doing even close to better. No one has yet...and I have listened to many, many books. He truly is a gem. He makes this story live and breath. Try these listens and see if I ain't right about that. REALLY...listen to these books!
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- Zachary Unsell
- 02-26-22
Great Book 3!
Would like to see a book or two focused on Ferro Maljinn seeking vengeance!
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- G.Monie
- 06-16-12
THIS STORY COULD CONTINUE ON....
Although many people did not like this ending, I think the whole point of this series was to show that life goes on regardless of what should or shouldn't happen to main characters that people and life is not a fairy/fantasy tale.... The whole series was fantastic but could go further then a trilogy
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- Gary
- 05-31-15
It never relented
Neither the story or narration wavered throughout - both outstanding. As well as all the excitement, plot development, humour, joy and sadness, it proved to be a wonderful exploration of the human condition.
Best credits I've spent so far.
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- Henrik
- 10-27-13
One of the best fantasy books!
What did you love best about Last Argument of Kings?
The conclusion of the story. The story if superior to that of the first two books in the series. The last 5-10 hours are very interesting and exciting.
What was one of the most memorable moments of Last Argument of Kings?
The unrevealing of the story.
Which character – as performed by Steven Pacey – was your favorite?
Logen Ninefingers and Glotke.
Any additional comments?
The best book in the series by far. And at the same time more of the same.
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