Avatar, the Last Airbender: The Reckoning of Roku

The Chronicles of the Avatar Series, Book 5

By: Randy Ribay

Narrated by: Nancy Wu

From National Book Award finalist Randy Ribay comes a gripping new chapter—starring Avatar Roku—in the New York Times bestselling Chronicles of the Avatar series, set in the world of Avatar: the Last Airbender and The Legend of Korra.

A young Avatar Roku has only just commenced his training at the Southern Air Temple when his erstwhile friend, Prince Sozin, requests his aid in preventing the Earth Kingdom from claiming a remote Fire Nation island. Despite his inexperience, Avatar Roku slips away with the help of an irritating young Airbender named Gyatso. As the reluctant companions delve deeper into their wayward mission, they begin to realize that even greater threats lie ahead. Plagued by self-doubt but eager to prove himself, Roku fights for his life and the lives of others while ensuring that the hidden secret of the island doesn’t fall into the wrong hands.

This searing fifth installment in the Chronicles of the Avatar series explores the beginning of Roku’s journey from privileged Fire Nation noble to the powerful but indecisive Avatar whose hesitancy may ultimately pave the way for the Hundred Year War.

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not as good as the Kioshi ones imo

this one wasn't as good as the Kioshi or maybe even the Yangchen books, imo. it's still worth a read if you like the series though, and I'll probably still pick up any subsequent books that continue Roku's story, once they're available.

Great story

Even though most people listening are probably already familiar with Roku and sozin the insight character is still amazing. The build up to what you know is going to happen just adds a new layer to the lore

A beautiful story portrayed wonderfully by Nancy Wu!

A brilliant story that deals with themes of loss, connection, and understanding the pain of those around. My only fault with this story is that Roku and Sozin had a true interaction at the end of the book. It feels like a contradiction with established lore from the original series where it had been said that they didn't see each other for 12 years, not until Roku was an established Avatar. However, it was such a brief interaction only a few months after Roku had left, that it may be easy to overlook and maintain continuity so long as they don't have another interaction before Roku masters the elements in the second novel. A strong highlight was learning more about Gyatso in his younger years, and the voice used Nancy felt perfect for most of the characters, especially young Gyatso. Overall, this story is an easy 5 stars with the only major flaw being that which is already been mentioned. I'm excited for the next installment and to discover what comes next for Roku and his friends.

Starts very slow but ends beautifully

Enjoyed learning about such beloved characters. Heartfelt story line. Familiar themes regarding feelings of unworthiness amongst newly found avatars.

can’t wait for more

i love love LOVE reading about the avatar universe, i can’t get enough of it. gonna reread the kyoshi books now <3