Matabar 3

A Progression Fantasy Epic

By: Kirill Klevanski

Narrated by: Adam Stubbs

The Metropolis still guards its secrets, but the shadows of the past are closing in on Ardan Egobar.

Behind the bloody events that shook the capital of the Empire of the New Monarchy stand forces whose true faces remain hidden—and now the last of the Matabar must look into the very heart of the conspiracy.

Will he have the strength, the cunning, and the loyalty of his friends to unravel someone else's game before it is too late?

In a city where every step may be your last and an ally may prove to be an enemy, Ardan will have to make a choice that means more than he can possibly imagine.

The story of a young man whose fate has become entwined with the fate of an entire Empire continues.

From Kirill Klevanski, the bestselling author of Dragon Heart, comes book 3 of this epic new Progression Fantasy adventure about a young wizards rise to power, featuring a detailed magic system, expansive world-building, slow-build power progression, epic action, and unforgettable characters.

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Outstanding World, Characters and story telling

Outstanding World, Characters and story telling. Well worth following the whole series and really looking forward to next installment

Good story

love how he battles and out smarts his enemies. Tess I hope becomes more involved next book

love the story telling and the amazingly intricate design of the story.

everything. a well crafted story cannot wait to hear the next book please keep it up.

The Real Players Were Never on the Board

What stood out most in Matabar Book 3 was the masterful game of shadows, power, and deception. Just when you think you’ve uncovered the truth, the board shifts and you realize the real players have been moving pieces from the shadows all along. Combined with incredible world-building, character development, and political intrigue, this series continues to prove why it’s become one of my favorite fantasy reads.

justs meh

so slow progression same story as book 2 needs to move on to expand to something fresh