A Soul Divided

The Blood-Fire Trilogy, Book 1

De: Daniel M. Quilter

Narrado por: Zach Dyer

All seems lost when Olivia, princess of the space-faring Human Empire, is taken captive by a powerful new agent of the Mystic Empire. Her only chance at survival comes from the most unlikely of sources: the Mystics themselves.

Drake Ashbell will forever avoid returning to his roots as the prince of the Mystics, especially after being exiled because of his use of forbidden magic. But was it really his fault that it had ended with him murdering thousands of innocents? Technically yes. Even so, he’s satisfied with his new and nearly honorable life pirating through space. Until his pirating escapades lead him to a train car full of captive women. He is no rescuing hero but reluctantly takes on the job when things turn personal and when “personal” turns royal. Little does he know, triumphing over galactic threats will require more than confronting his tragic past with forbidden magic; it will test the limits of his soul.

©2024 Daniel M Quilter (P)2025 Daniel M Quilter

Loved it!

The performance was great, the voice actor embodied one of the main characters extremely well and he gave him life.

The four main characters have such great character development and you learn to love them through their faults. It was funny and heartfelt without being cheesy, with action, sci-fi, and horror elements. This is everything a story should be.

it was perfect

This book is a fun sci-fi read. Whether you listen or read the punchy jokes, and quick paced plot usher you along into a space system of epic proportions. The main characters are colorful and realistic, if a bit eccentric (but let’s be honest- that’s part of the fun!). If you loved the original Star Wars trilogy (1977 one, if you think Anakin, you’re wrong on so many levels) you’ll really enjoy this book. Bonus is the romantic tension that slapped me in the face while making dinner (thank goodness nothing burnt, but it did get way steamier than I expected!)
Anyways, I think you should obviously read or listen to this humorous, high stakes, sci-fi!

Fun

It was a fun listen with snappy dialogue. Characters were fun and great. The audiobook narrator was great. I loved it. Can't wait until book two

Actioned packed!

“The value of a person, much like the value of gold, is not determined by what they are right now, or what they have been in the past, but by what they can become”

Is a wild ride that grabs you right from the jump! It’s super fast-paced and kicks off with Princess Olivia, daughter of an important King, going missing.

Two brothers, living totally different lives, get roped into finding her. You’ve got Vahn, a steadfast soldier who’s all about doing the right thing and proving he’s got what it takes. Then there’s Drake, a snarky outlaw with mysterious supernatural gift, who reluctantly joins the quest to make up for his shady past. We also have some side characters that I found to be quite enjoyable (except Celestia) 😂 I’m sorry. Even some of the villains are easy to like.

The writing? So good! It’s descriptive without being heavy, so you can
picture everything and just breeze through it. I hate having to compare this to Star Wars, but that’s the vibe I was getting except the author adds his own distinctive lore and original magic system.

Only hiccup was near the end, something about memories and taboos got a bit messy and confusing, but I powered through and came to understand it. The story does wrap up well and it’s clear there will be a book 2.

If your looking for an actioned packed sci fi read this is for you.

A Fun Space Fantasy …

The narration was simply great with each character voice easy to differentiate. Even the smug and irreverent tone of the MC was well represented and I am sure that all significantly contributed to my over all enjoyment of the story … which had surprising depth for each (flawed) character that was easy to connect with. This is on top of the solid world building (with just a bit of mystery) that was so interesting all on its own. I was absolutely fascinated with the human created abominations from which 169 came from as well as the effect of spiritual taboos … which created the “nightmares” on Drake’s home-world. Through it all, the was enough mystery to keep it interesting … and which were revealed at a steady pass to keep the reader engaged. My only complaint would be that some of the scenes (especially the combat/battle scenes) went on just a little too long (and well as some of the internal self-reflection of the main characters). There was a bit of a plot change up toward the end; I had thought resolved the abduction would have ended the first book of the trilogy, but it continued on toward its second major climax (which the epilogue actually kicks that conflict resolution down the road a bit to set up the sequel … and which for some may feel like the book left them hanging).

I was given this free advance review/listener copy (ARC) audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.

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A Wild Ride in Space

I’ve read Daniel M. Quilters other books, but this one is extra special. This story is truly a fun time, with characters worth rooting for, an intriguing plot, and a unique world that is vibrant, exciting, and expansive.

I was impressed with the depth of the characters, and the way all the different plot points come together. I honestly haven’t read anything else quite like this story. Quilter blends sci-fi and fantasy in a way that just WORKS and makes the world feel fresh and original.

My only complaint is that the second book isn’t available yet!!!

A brilliant blend of Sci-fi, Fantasy, and character growth

I really enjoyed this book! It’s such a cool blend of sci-fi and fantasy, and the mix works so well. The magic system was super unique and one of my favorite parts—it felt really fresh and different from a lot of other books in the genre. I also loved the conflict between the two races and how they’re forced to work together despite all the tension and history between them. It made for some great story moments and character growth.

Angela’s arc was done so well too. I appreciated how she actually gets called out on her racism and has to face the way she sees mystics. Watching her come to realize that not all mystics are bad felt really genuine and gave her character some great depth.

And Drake—honestly, his growth throughout the story was a lot of fun to read. His banter with everyone made me laugh, but when he gets serious, it really hits hard because you’ve seen that playful side of him. It makes him feel like such a real, well-rounded character.

Overall, A Soul Divided is an awesome mix of sci-fi, fantasy, and character-driven storytelling. If you like unique worlds, fun character dynamics, and stories that explore prejudice and teamwork, I definitely recommend checking it out!

fantastic original sci-fi

the characters come to line if a great story and performance. With an original story you haven't heard before!

Super Fun Time!

​I absolutely devoured the audiobook for A Soul Divided and can confidently say it's a hit. This is a non-stop thrill ride that's fast-paced, wickedly clever, and packed with action.
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​The story’s greatest strength for me is its cast, starting with the main character, Drake. He was an immediate favorite of mine. His character is built on quick wit and a sarcastic, no BS attitude that provides fantastic levity in the face of constant danger. ​The supporting cast is just as strong and developed. Olivia and Angela aren't just side characters though. They are integrated into the story and their personalities complement and challenge Drake, making for some engaging interactions. Even the primary antagonist, 169, is a powerful and believable adversary, raising the stakes in every encounter.
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​Daniel has created a fun and interesting power system here. Combine that with high-stakes battles that span across different reaches of space, and you have a story that is highly imaginative and addictive!

​Overall, A Soul Divided was a truly enjoyable listen that delivers on every front: action, humor, and exceptional character depth. I'm already looking forward to continuing this series!

A Soul Divided

Inventive plot. Well defined characters. Ran a bit long for a first of series. Could use some tighter editing. Interested to see where the story goes