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Theft of Swords

By: Michael J. Sullivan
Narrated by: Tim Gerard Reynolds
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Publisher's summary

Audie Award Nominee, Fantasy, 2013

Acclaimed author Michael J. Sullivan created instant best sellers with his spellbinding Riyria Revelations series. This first volume introduces Royce Melborn and Hadrian Blackwater, two enterprising thieves who end up running for their lives when they’re framed for the death of the king. Trapped in a conspiracy bigger than they can imagine, their only hope is unraveling an ancient mystery - before it’s too late.

Theft of Swords contains The Crown Conspiracy and Avempartha, books 1 and 2 of Riyria Revelations.

©2011 Michael J. Sullivan (P)2012 Recorded Books, LLC

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Great book!

Awesome story! Looking forward to the next book in this series. I will recommend it to my friends!

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this story is better than the shannara chronicles.

this story is better than the shannara chronicles. I highly recommend this title. this is worth a listen.

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Fun, exciting and makes you want to know more!

I am now a hug fan of this series. I could not put it down.

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This must make your short list-all 3 books

What did you love best about Theft of Swords?

depth of story. The author writes all the books before he releases them, so the flow of the epic tail is about the best I have ever read. Charterer development is 1st rate...flel in love with them

What was one of the most memorable moments of Theft of Swords?

All 3 books are filled with memorable moments but if I had to pick I would say the ending...just fantastic the way it all came together...had me guessing to the last page

What does Tim Gerard Reynolds bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Just his style...I would seek out books this guy does he is that good.

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

all of the above...some deeply moving moments

Any additional comments?

a true fan MJS...will read everything this guy writes...just a great story teller.

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Two odd thieves, a bizarre job, and lots of chaos.

Royce had one rule as a professional thief: Do not take last minute jobs.
What does his kinder partner in crime, Hadrian, do? He takes a last minute job…and in so doing practically invites chaos into their lives. The job is odd, but supposedly easy. All they had to do was steal a sword…

“Theft of Swords” is a well written and thoughtful, fun filled adventure starring the most mysterious, amusing, and oddly softhearted pair of thieves in a fantasy world since the ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ movies, this audio book quickly becomes difficult to hit the pause button with as the story becomes more and more involving. The characters are fun to observe and empathize with, the setting is consistent and full of harsh political intrigue with a dab of magic, and the narration for it all is perfect for it’s content.

Welcome to “Theft of Swords” first book of the “Riyria Revelations” series. It’s was such a great introduction, that I know that I will continue to the next book given the first opportunity. Highly recommend for readers who like adventures involving reluctant, but funny protagonists who don’t always know what they are getting into but show creativity in trying to get themselves back out of it.

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Loved it!

My son recommended this book/series to me. I was a little skeptical so I only downloaded 1st book. Couldn't put it down! So good! Just downloaded book 2 and 3! Narrator is EXCELLENT! 5 stars just for his performance!

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i liked it

nice, easy going book. i like long books with a good narrator and storyline. ready for the second book in this series.

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good

Great story, good voice acting, satisfyingly predictable, exactly what you hope happens, does! Very likable characters.

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Perfection!

One of the best listens in a long time. I’ll be continuing on to the next volume.

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Gripping, adventure filled and narrated incredibly

Royce and Hadrian are at it again. Two intense, adventure filled storylines in this single piece will open your imagination and have you thirsting for more, even while, after finishing the story, you feel you have traversed thousands of miles just alongside of the incredible heroes.

Take time with this. The journey is incredible.

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