• The Secret Crusade

  • Assassin's Creed, Book 3
  • By: Oliver Bowden
  • Narrated by: Gildart Jackson
  • Length: 10 hrs and 58 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (415 ratings)

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The Secret Crusade

By: Oliver Bowden
Narrated by: Gildart Jackson
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Publisher's summary

Altaïr embarks on a formidable mission - one that takes him throughout the Holy Land and shows him the true meaning of the Assassin's Creed. To demonstrate his commitment, Altaïr must defeat nine deadly enemies, including Templar leader Robert de Sablé. Here, for the first time, Niccolò Polo, father of Marco, shares Altaïr's remarkable story: his ongoing battle with the Templar conspiracy; a family life that is as tragic as it is shocking; the betrayal of an old friend; and a journey that will ultimately change the course of history.

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Underwhelming

The story is confusingly written and that’s not helped by the fact the narrator doesn’t do anything to differentiate between the different characters talking. I’m not asking for extreme voice acting but some subtle differences would have been great to help me know when who was talking. I am a huge fan of the games and this did not live up to my expectations at all

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Amazing!

I'm a long time fan of the franchise and I am amazed at how closely the books fallowed the game! I also loved how it covered altiairs life. there were a few things left out that Revelations (the game) covered that were not included completely in the book, but no big deal. overall, I highly recommend it!

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For Assassin Creed Lovers

What made the experience of listening to The Secret Crusade the most enjoyable?

This is based on the game, and the game is a fantastic story, thrilling to play. The problem with the book is at many points it seems to summarize rather than tell a story.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Secret Crusade?

Altaïr learns the his Master's secret.

What do you think the narrator could have done better?

The narrator could have used a little more drama, acting in his storytelling.

If you could take any character from The Secret Crusade out to dinner, who would it be and why?

Altaïr

Any additional comments?

Great plot.

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great continuance

I enjoy this story and found it to match the others. i really like the story and the reader.

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Awesome perspective of Altair

If you’re an Assassin’s Creed fan, especially if you are a fan of Altair, this is fantastic. Awesome narrative, good reader, great way to sink into the world and story of AC. It breaks my heart to see Altair isn’t in the opening of the new games, it starts with Ezio instead. This was what I needed to bring me back to my original love for the series. I deeply enjoyed it, it’s really a deeper look into Altair’s story in the first game (if you are looking for Desmond’s perspective as a well though, this only focuses on Altair, no mention of Desmond or the animus.) I recommend it though. I enjoyed my experience and I’ll read more of these books

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Love these

First off, Oliver Bowden is fantastic, second, the stories are wonderful, they sound excellent in a book/audiobook and it makes sense why the games did so well. Real thought was put into all of characters and development of the story and it’s a good time.

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Depth

I loved the depth of storytelling. It came as a pleasant surprise! Couldn't put it down.

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Very good

It’s a good book and the number of books that it is placed in is appropriate

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I couldn't stop listening to this awesome story

I vary moving story
I loved every moment and lernd alot from thos amazing tail

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So much more than I expected!

I really enjoyed this story. Increased my respect for the legendary assassin Altair. This book added value to the Assassin's Creed lore.

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