Ascendant

Ascendant, Book 1

By: Craig Alanson

Narrated by: Tim Gerard Reynolds

The Wizard's Council of Tarador was supposed to tell young Koren Bladewell that he is a wizard. They were supposed to tell everyone that he is not a jinx, that all the bad things that happen around him are because he can't control the power inside him, power he doesn't know about. The people of his village, even his parents, are afraid of him, afraid he is cursed. That he is a dangerous, evil jinx. The Wizard's Council didn't tell young Koren, because they know what is best for him. Even after their silent deception destroys his life.

Crown Princess Ariana Trehayme will become queen of Tarador on her 16th birthday, if her weak, indecisive mother the Regent hasn't allowed their ancient enemy to conquer Tarador before then. Ariana wants her royal army to strike at the enemy, but her mother knows what is best for her, and the realm.Together, Ariana and Koren can save Tarador, if the adults, who know best, will get out of their way.

©2017 Craig Alanson (P)2017 Podium Audio

A bit repetitive, but still great

(Spoilers) A lot of the plot has to do with miscommunication between characters. It’s a good tool, but felt it was way over used to the point where it takes the reader out of the experience.

Great book

When the 2nd book going to be available? I want more. The story and characters keep you on the edge of your seat.

Alanson and Reynolds are triumphant!

Alanson takes us to a fantastical world of good and evil, wizards and magic. The land is in unrest and the enemy waits to destroy. The fate of the kingdom and the entire free world rests in the hands of a young, savvy, and headstrong princess and an unknowing, seemingly unlucky, powerful wizard. The stage is set for a tremendous battle, but a series of misunderstandings and a reputation as a jinx takes the young wizard to an unexpected place. The young princess is poised for action. No spoilers here. But the next installment is already downloaded for the adventure to continue. The narrator is perfect! The accents, voices, expression, and overall prosody are superb. Reynolds is the perfect complement to this series.

Transported to another world

Love the story, classic tales of young under-appreciated and low born protagonists rising above their station in life and doing amazingly heroic deeds against all odds always wins in my book. Great job Alanson

omg

I loved it. i can't wait to buy the rest of the series which will be soon.