The Republic of Thieves

By: Scott Lynch

Narrated by: Michael Page

Length: 23 hrs and 43 mins

Publisher's summary

He's back! The long-awaited return of the most exciting new commercial fantasy writer of the 21st century. After their adventures on the high seas, Locke and Jean are brought back to earth with a thump. Jean is mourning the loss of his lover and Locke must live with the fallout of crossing the all-powerful magical assassins, the Bonds Magi. It is a fallout that will pit both men against Locke's own long lost love.

Sabetha is Locke's childhood sweetheart, the love of Locke's life and now it is time for them to meet again. Employed on different sides of a vicious dispute between factions of the Bonds, Sabetha has just one goal - to destroy Locke for ever. The Gentleman Bastard sequence has become a literary sensation in fantasy circles and now, with the third book, Scott Lynch is set to seal that success.

©2013 Scott Lynch (P)2013 Tantor

Continues the series while keeping it fresh

Third in the Gentleman Bastard series this one explore the world of coning politics and theater. Events from the previous start to come together showing the bigger world, consequences of characters action and we finally see the main character's previous romance. Despite knowing the author would bring a surprise into the plot, the surprise he brings is still a shock and changes the flow.
If you like low level fantasy, character driven stories and rogues you should read this series.

Not as good as previous 2

Where does The Republic of Thieves rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Its entertaining but not the best

Would you recommend The Republic of Thieves to your friends? Why or why not?

yes, to someone who has read the previous two. not as a standalone work

Which character – as performed by Michael Page – was your favorite?

Jean

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

Fantasy shakespeare

Any additional comments?

Way too much prose when going over the play in the past tense.

Good book but read the middle part

The series is excellent and this book is no exception. However, the parts between, say 30% and 70% have been less good than the rest. I did not like the endless citations from a play you dont get to understand anyway.

Amazing however a little slow in the middle

The beginning is amazing but unfortunately drops off until the end again where it picks up. Still a very enjoyable listen and Micheal Page does an excellent job.

The Republic of Thieves by Scott Lynch

Would you consider the audio edition of The Republic of Thieves to be better than the print version?

The audio version has high quality production value, is easy to listen to and engrossing.

What other book might you compare The Republic of Thieves to and why?

The Republic of Thieves is a great third book following The Lies of Locke Lamora and Red Seas Under Red Skies. The links to the previous novels are clear and well crafted answering some of the questions set up earlier and posing even more. If I had to compare it to another work I would say it is of the same standard and style of The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss, with more action more quickly.

What about Michael Page’s performance did you like?

Michael Page's voice is easy to listen to and the character portrayals are clear and well crafted. He lets the story do the talking which is the mark of a good performer.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I could not put the book down it drew me to listen on more often. It is a finely balanced book which hold both funny moments and moments that bring tears to your eyes. The characters are very well drawn especially if you have listened to the other novels in the series and the parallel story of the Republic of Thieves performance where we meet characters from previous stories serves to make the revelation at the end all the more intriguing.

Any additional comments?

The Republic of Thieves is a highly enjoyable, fast paced fantasy adventure romp. If you want to make the most of it I would recommend reading first The Lies of Locke Lamora and Red Seas under Red Skies. I'm looking forward to the next instalment.

Good but not my favourite.

My least favourite so far but still quite enjoyable. I didn't enjoy the romantic leads in this book as much as the last. Locke is at his best outwitting opponents, not trying to understand women.

Surprisingly disappointing

I enjoyed the narration of Michael Page, but the third book doesn’t have very thrilling story (except for the first and last 10%), I didn’t find myself really caring much for the result of the main plot and there were many repetitive moments. I’m so surprised after great first 2 books :-(

Stuff is starting to move

This book really turns the series into epic fantasy. The promises it makes... Can't wait

Completely, unabashidly escapist! Loads of fun!

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Great story. Creative and intricate.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Republic of Thieves?

Wouldn't want to ruin anything...

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

There was in fact one very touching and crushing moment. The author has done a good job over the course of these two books to create characters the reader is willing to invest themselves in... so true hardship for the characters really hits home.

Epic book and lots of fun

I truly love this guy's writing and style. I often laughed my head off at his way of expressing ideas, and truly did not see the twists coming no matter how hard I tried! Hope there is more