Elven Fury

Agents of the Crown, Book 4

De: Lindsay Buroker

Narrado por: Vivienne Leheny

Jev Dharrow is trying to convince his father to cancel his arranged marriage so he can wed Zenia, the woman he loves. But when elven assassins arrive in the city, all his personal problems must be set aside.

They are after his good friend, Lornysh, an elf who has saved Jev's life a dozen times over the years. The assassins consider Lornysh to be a traitor to their people, and they’ll kill anyone who stands at his side. They wield great magic as well as their swords, and they have the power to destroy half the city as they chase after their target.

With the arranged marriage looming and elven assassins on the warpath, Jev is running out of time to save his friend - and his own future.

©2019 Lindsay Buroker (P)2019 Lindsay Buroker

Hell Hath No Fury Like An Elvish Assassin Scorned!

This series just keeps getting better with each book, and in this one, we see a group of Elven Warden’s come to Korvan to seek ‘Justice’ against Lornysh for his switching sides in the Human/Elvish war, and killing his own kind.
This is another multi-faceted tale, one in which it is not just the story of Jev and Zenia trying to help Lornysh, but in which there are multiple other stories that unfold as well. In book 4, we see the continuing saga of Jev and his marriage problems continue, as his father, refuses to acknowledge Zenia as an acceptable partner for Jev, and has arranged a marriage to a young woman.
This of course, has caused problems for Jev and Zenia as well, as she is both in love with Jev, but confused about what to do with the situation, as she does not want to be a Zyndar mistress. It places a strain on their relationship at work as well (not helped of course by the ever helpful Rhi, who makes her rather observant, but humorous jabs at Zenia about things).
Elven Fury is a really interesting story, there is a lot of intrigue in this one, not just the story about Jev’s love life, and the enforced marriage to Fremia (and there is a really interesting storyline throughout the book involving Fremia’s mother Bashlari that adds another dimension to this story), but the main story that evolves around the Elves.
What starts out as a small hunting party for Lornysh quickly escalates, and the city is soon under siege by a dangerous Elvish faction, not only hunting Lornysh, but also wreaking havoc throughout the city.
When the Elvish Princess Yesleva arrives in Korvann to assist, this only makes things worse as she also becomes a target for these assassins.
This is a story of political intrigue in which two nations, having only just come to a difficult peace agreement, suddenly find themselves in a dangerous battle as a renegade faction of Elves seeks revenge against not only Lornysh, but the city for the war. Zenia and Jev have to unravel not only who they are, but why they are there, and their ultimate goals if they have any hope of stopping them.
Elven Fury sees a combination of fast and furious action, with brutal combat scenes, and some incredible magic, both from Zenia and the Elves, intertwined with the political intrigue of a Kingdom under siege. Targyon works with his Agents to try and understand what is happening, whilst also meeting with the Elven Princess (and this leads to some very humourous scenes). Amongst this, Jev and Zenia continue to deal with the fallout of Jev’s ‘engagement’, as well as his cousin Wyleria, and her relationship difficulties.
This is a book filled with a lot of relationship troubles, as nearly all of the main characters seem to be having some sort of relationship now, Jev and Zenia, but complicated by his engagement to Fremia, Hydal and Rhi, Targyon is trying to deal with the Elven Princess, Cutter is trying to impress (and ‘Woo’) the Master Dwarven Cutter. We even learn some really fascinating back story about Lornysh in this book, some of his history, who he is, and it is great to get to learn more about not just Lornysh, but the Taziira.
Buroker continues to grow and develop this wonderful world that she has created, the world-building is exceptional, and makes this story so beautiful to read, you really feel like you are walking through the Kingdom in parts, or climbing the stairs (or walls?) of the Elven Tower. It really brings this story to life.
This is a wonderfully crafted story, one that is an absolute joy to read as the characters are just so much fun, and the story is compelling. With a multi-faceted storyline, full of intrigue and adventure, once you pick this book up, you just won’t be able to put it down. Elven Fury is a truly magical sequel in the series, and should not be missed, this is an Epic series, and I can’t wait for book 5!!
Vivienne Leheny is a wonderful Narrator with a clear and concise voice that is easy to understand and very easy to listen to. She has a wonderful range of voices, both Male and Female, and she does a very clear set of character voices so you can easily tell who is talking. On top of that, Leheny does a brilliant job of capturing the emotional state of her characters so you really understand what they are going through, whether that be sad, happy, angry, frustrated, etc.
Overall, Leheny does a really brilliant job with the Narration, making this well worth listening to!!

Creative Storyline and Characters

I love the way Lindsay Buroker’s allows you into the thoughts and mindset of the primary characters. Their rationale and approach to problems is well thought out and planned. Each character is thoroughly included in the story allowing you to select your favorites because of their dialogue or personalities in general. I love Lindsay’s style of writing!

GOOD.

Zinnia's and Jev Darrow's romance is progressing though there is a complication. There intrigues and they as Agents of the Crown have to find the villains. Lots of action. Lindsay Buroker as always delivers a good story. Thenarrator, Vivienne Leheny performed marvellously bring the characters to life. I hope the next book will come out soon.

I love Lindsay

There is another great addition to the D&D realm in this story,. Elven WARDENS . These are very scary characters and there are four of them
This Dragon Tear is evolving. Into what? Guess I’ll have to listen on
Great work all the way around

What a great listen

Another great book thank you story is great characters are awesome. Can’t wait till the next one in the series

Wholly Enjoyable

Battles between races told with such normality it’s not strange to have orcs and elves and humans battling each other! Nor for foes to somehow becoming friends.

It just keeps getting better

Another fabulous book from Lindsay Buroker. Jas P. wrote a very comprehensive review that I cannot improve upon. I echo all of the comments and cannot wait to get to the next book in the series.

Great characters and witty dialogue

I enjoy the characters and banter that Buroker develops in her stories. Her world creation is also excellent, in this case blending fantasy with some steampunk to create a fun and exciting backdrop for the story.

Average because

Look female view on a guy in love … guy in love will say f u yo a family who doesn’t listen … that your problem