The Virtue of Defiance

The Fallen Virtues Trilogy, Book 1

De: M.A. McCrackin

Narrado por: Nicky Griffiths

Duración: 10 h y 49 m

Resumen del Editor

Alba is a land of harsh laws led by corrupt men. As an aristocrat, Elise has never felt the true burden of her land’s oppression. However, when a family tragedy awakens a new gift, she learns secrets from her mother’s mysterious past that will change everything.

Guided by the dead, Elise learns forbidden powers that would get her burned as a witch if the wrong people knew. The more her power grows, the farther she strays from the Alban way.

With the Church closing in and even some of her family turning against her, Elise knows she must flee everything she knows or die in flames.

The only question is: Can she escape before the Inquisitors learn just how dangerous she truly is?

©2020 Melissa McCrackin (P)2023 Melissa McCrackin

An up and coming new author of note!

I purchased this book due to a recommendation of a mutual acquaintance. It was a lovely read with a blend of magic, special gifts, and renaissance age technology. Interesting family who are royalty and each challenged in some way. Characters are well fleshed out and relatable, world building is fully developed. I can’t wait to read the other two books in this series. Recommend for Sci/Fi, fantasy readers.

Adventure and action filled

One’s past, the dead, and one’s thirst for freedom can be a deadly combination with magic. Elise discovers her aristocratic background will only protect her so far during a time of fear and corruption within the church and the kingdom. Further, Elise’s mother is seeking power and a new heir. Unknown to her mother, she seeks the same power that Elise has found. The struggle for freedom, power, and more is just beginning!

The author M. A. McCrackin creates a powerful story that shows the powerlessness of women when challenged by corruption in various forms – mankind, church, government, family, and more. Although this story takes place during the time of the Inquisitors, McCrackin could easily be writing about today in various aspects of her story – the persecution of those that are different, the viewed weakness of women, and humankind’s desire to survive and be powerful. McCrackin took her time building the storyline and characters. Both are rich and vividly described. A masterful storyteller!

The narrator, Nicky Griffiths delivers a wonderful reading of the book. Her unique voice, her timing, and her clarity of speech all combined brought the story to new depths. I thought her addition to the audiobook was an excellent choice of narrator.

This book is exciting, action-filled, and has unexpected plot twists. This is a fresh story rich with action and adventure. I look forward to experiencing more adventures and outcomes of Eleanor.

There were no issues with the quality or production of this audiobook.

Can’t wait to hear what happens next!

One of those books that’s hard to stop listening to- intriguing story and great narration! The narrator is wonderful for this book (and series). She made listening to the story effortless. The characters really come to life and I found myself wanting to continue listening to find out what happens next. Cannot wait to listen to Book 2!

THE BEST BOOK EVER!!!!

This book had my attention at the START!!!! Never a dull moment. Full of surprises!! Couldn't stop listening!! The speaker did a fantastic job narrating!!! Cannot say enough good things about this book!!! WOW. JUST WOW!!!!! Well worth the purchase!!!!!!

Obsessed.

I told myself I would make this book last 10 days, and only listen to it during my commute.

Plot twist:
I couldn't bring myself to hit pause.
I have a weakness for magic that has limitations.

This story is darkly beautiful, and well narrated. I've already started the 2nd book; and know that no matter how long I have to wait for the 3rd, it'll be too long.

I strongly reccomend this trilogy to anyone looking for an adventure. I plan to add physical copies of this series to my library.

Solid story. Well worth the listen!

This was a wonderful listen. The first of a trilogy. The narrator portrayed the characters in such a way that you wanted to listen to the entire book in one go. I’m already reading the second book to find out what happens!

The story intertwined amazing characters from all classes of life, levels of magic, and you couldn’t help but love some of the characters and despise others. If you like magic, chicanery, and a great story full of emotion, this book is for you!

Elise

Elise is promised to the king in a years time as she wasn't of age. She escapes and hides as her powers grows. A book worth listening to and/or reading.

Wow

A very entertaining story that pulls you in from the beginning. Narrator did a wonderful job.

I am addicted!!!

I have listened to so many book lately and they all seemed to be the same story structure. predictable characters and plots that were easy to guess what was around the corner. BUT not this book. It was a breath of fresh air. A whole new world that kept me guessing. The characters hold secrets that aren't revealed immediately and I am hanging on every word. I NEED answers, I hope the next books to come out already. Thanks to the author for helping me escape :-)

The narrator was fantastic, her voice was a perfect fit for the story and easy to listen to.

A story that draws you in

I am thoroughly enjoying this book.This story is drawing me in and can’t wait to follow this story as far as the writer will take me.Definitely new top author for me 😀😀. I would definitely recommend!!!