Tower Lord

Raven's Shadow, Book 2

By: Anthony Ryan

Narrated by: Steven Brand

Length: 24 hrs and 39 mins

Publisher's summary

Vaelin Al Sorna, warrior of the Sixth Order, called Darkblade, called Hope Killer. The greatest warrior of his day, and witness to the greatest defeat of his nation: King Janus' vision of a Greater Unified Realm drowned in the blood of brave men fighting for a cause Vaelin alone knows was forged from a lie. Sick at heart, he comes home, determined to kill no more. Named Tower Lord of the Northern Reaches by King Janus's grateful heir, he can perhaps find peace in a colder, more remote land far from the intrigues of a troubled Realm.

But those gifted with the blood-song are never destined to live a quiet life. Many died in King Janus' wars, but many survived, and Vaelin is a target, not just for those seeking revenge but for those who know what he can do. The Faith has been sundered, and many have no doubt who their leader should be. The new King is weak, but his sister is strong. The blood-song is powerful, rich in warning and guidance in times of trouble, but is only a fraction of the power available to others who understand more of its mysteries. Something moves against the Realm, something that commands mighty forces, and Vaelin will find to his great regret that when faced with annihilation, even the most reluctant hand must eventually draw a sword.

©2014 Anthony Ryan (P)2014 Penguin Audio

Critic reviews

“[Tower Lord] begins to realize the imagination and coherency of Tolkien, while remaining true to the heart and soul of the author. The Raven’s Shadow series is one of the best new series out there, challenging all the existing big-names to sit up and take notice, or be left behind.” (Fantasy Book Review)

“[Ryan has] proven himself as an author who can write a very diverse and convincing cast of characters...A wonderful follow-up.” (The Bibliosanctum)

Great book !

This was well worth the money for a continuing saga. I look forward to the next book in the series.

Even more compelling than the first book!

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

Absolutely! I loved listening to this book and the plot and story is so well written and narrated that I would recommend it to any friends who would enjoy the fantasy genre.

What did you like best about this story?

How it captured me and made me listen to it almost non-stop until the end.

What does Steven Brand bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

He gives the characters a better voice and more life than reading it ever would and guides you much better into the story.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Many, though my favorites would be Frentis' reunion with the characters of the previous book. I'd elaborate, but I don't want to spoil anything.

Need different narrator

The narrator makes this hard to listen to and makes it a little confusing. Every character sounds exactly the same. He has a good voice, but little girl characters sound the same gruff old men. nearly ruins it. Story is good though.

Well done

This book was way better than the reviews gave it credit. My guess is people who didn't finish it gave it a bad review. Powerful story, Amazing detail. This is an adult book.

amazing

great book hope there is a 3rd one I have to know what happens next
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Hooked

Never been a fan of this type of book, until now. 5 stars! Buy it.

Decent

Took awhile to get through, not as good as the first book, still worth the listen.

Great continuation of Blood song.

Great continuation of Blood Song, but left me a little scatterbrained trying to follow all storylines.

Great Story

An excellent sequel to blood song. I'm looking forward to the next book in the series.

Action packed

Good story moves at a fast pace.
Looking forward to the next book in the series.