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The Towers of the Sunset

Saga of Recluce, Book 2

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The Towers of the Sunset

By: L. E. Modesitt Jr.
Narrated by: Kirby Heyborne
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L. E. Modesitt, Jr.'s latest novel in the Saga of Recluce series tells the story of Creslin, son of a powerful military matriarch, who chooses exile rather than an arranged marriage. Creslin sets out on a search for his true identity as a man, developing his magical talents through constant conflict with the enigmatic white wizards of Candar.

©1993 L.E. Modesitt (P)2013 Tantor
Action & Adventure Epic Fantasy Military
Intriguing Premise • Complex Characters • Compelling Climax • Historical Worldbuilding • Unique Magic System

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This is a solid entry in the Recluse series. It is one if the harder reads, almost painful at times, but the payout us there and it provides a necessary background for so much else in the series that it should not be missed.

A solid entry

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One of my favorites as a teenager. Fascinating magic system. Pleasure to listen/read again.

About time, old favorite now in audible

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narrator was great. the story was forced. I really like the authors writing and many of the other books in the series but this one was weak with a plot that seemed forced and hard to follow.

not one of his better books

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I love this series. Hayborn is an excellent narrator, capturing the story and planting not only a great audible experience in the listener's head, but a visual one as well. Better than any movie experience.

Read just the way I did in my head

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The premise was interesting and unique. I would definitely read the next installment, not to mention, the narration was flawless!

Awesome performance!

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