• The Song of the First Blade

  • The Bladeborn Saga, Book 1
  • By: T.C. Edge
  • Narrated by: Steven Brand
  • Length: 28 hrs and 2 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (708 ratings)

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The Song of the First Blade

By: T.C. Edge
Narrated by: Steven Brand
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An ancient evil. A treacherous king. A mystery going back to the fall of the gods.

In the heart of Vandar, as dark forces close in, Elyon, a gifted Bladeborn knight, fights for his family's survival in a world on the brink of war. In the beleaguered northlands of Tukor, a servant girl with a mysterious past is forced on the run by a treacherous lord, propelling her on a journey that will change her world forever. From the Shadowfort, an ancient power is unleashed, one that will set into motion a series of events that will bring the world to its knees.

With the world on the verge of chaos and countless lives at stake, a new First Blade must be selected, but obstacles stand in the way. Alliances are broken. Enemies are born. Only the strong will survive.

Follow this epic tale where the battle for land, power, and the divine gifts of the Fallen Gods will shape the fates of all.

©2021 T.C. Edge (P)2021 Podium Audio

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Fantastic Story

I thought was written very well and just gets better in following 3 books, but the ending leaves you hanging, you never find out what happens to the great characters of the sagas. please tell if there is a final book that tells us what happen to our heros. Please.

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This is a really enjoyable gritty fantasy.

I really like this book, I'm only halfway through so I can't speak on the entirety, but you know when an author has a writing style that you like and T.C. Edge definitely has my attention and I feel immersed in story.

The multiple plot lines are all interesting and as they start to merge together I really enjoy the different perspectives from opposing sides.

I would definitely recommend this book and for those who binge fantasy and are running out of material I would highly recommend it most definitely!

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FANTASTIC on All levels!

Simply a shining star in a morass of mundane fantasy stories!

a must listen and a fantastic author

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Surprising Treasure!

I was totally unaware of the quality with which this story was written when I purchased it! T.C. Edge is an amazing author and has woven a magnificent tale of battles and magic swords with murder and mystery. I enjoyed every sentence even when I was crying or furious. Steven Brand has a beautiful voice and is the reason I ultimately chose to buy this audio book. The main reason was that my younger brother recommended it and I will definitely have to thank him for doing so!

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A must read for any fantasy fan

Great story that takes a step away from the pure evil/good characters. Everyone has flaws and and strengths that shows through out the series.

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Good story. Decent Narration.

The story was pretty good. There were a few parts that were a little slow, but I am guessing that was mostly character development. The Narrator has a good reading voice but his voice doesn't change much to show emotions. Not that I was hoping for a dramatization, but it would be nice to hear some anger in his voice when characters are angry and the like.

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Great start to an exciting saga.

Unlike many fantasy epics, this one is very pragmatic (in the best possible way). In a world of fantasy and fiction, there is a cool logic to both the characters and overall story arch.

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Great story!!!

This book somehow makes me want to be a better person. Get this book if you want to feel some stuff!

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Good storyline

Well written, good storyline. Steven brand is my favorite narrator. What else can I say?

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good story will hold your ear.

very good story, good plot. well read by the reader. will hold your interest till the end just hope the next book is out soon.

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