Horus Rising

The Horus Heresy, Book 1

De: Dan Abnett

Narrado por: Toby Longworth

It is the 31st millennium. Under the benevolent leadership of the Immortal Emperor, the Imperium of Man hasstretched out across the galaxy.

It is a golden age of discovery and conquest. But now, on the eve of victory, the Emperor leaves the front lines, entrusting the great crusade to his favourite son, Horus. Promoted to Warmaster, can the idealistic Horus carry out the Emperor's grand plan, or will this promotion sow the seeds of heresy amongst his brothers?

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Truly epic and highly entertaining

Would you listen to Horus Rising again? Why?

No because I would rather listen to the next books in the series and there are many of them, although I could certainly enjoy listening to this again and again.

What other book might you compare Horus Rising to and why?

I've read a lot of sci-fi and my favorite genre is what is called "military science fiction". This is by far the best of this genre I have ever read, and it only gets better in books 2 and 3. Currently I am on book 4.

What about Toby Longworth’s performance did you like?

Longworth's voice is rich, powerful and dynamic enough to make you believe the different characters. This is a top-notch reader.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

No because I wanted to relish it and look forward to a chapter or so per day and the chapters are quiet long. However, if I was on a long drive cross country this book would make an excellent companion.

Any additional comments?

If you love military sci-fi, then this series is a must read. It's gritty satisfying stuff with great characters and interesting plot twists. It doesn't matter if you played the Warhammer games or even know anything about it, because you will enjoy these books regardless. Although I should warn you much of it is very dark and disturbing. I am currently on book 4 and completely addicted to this series.

It's no exaggeration to say that this is the most entertaining thing I've read in years. I highly recommend it.

kinda short, but great

i know theres like 40 more books left so its fine. just not great for how audible works..

Its about dang time! Shut up and take my money!

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes

Any additional comments?

I have been waiting for this series to come to Audible for years and randomly typed in "horus" in to the search to see if Black Library decided to be a part of the cool crowd. As you can imagine. Being a massive nerd. I almost defecated a chicken! Literally every Warhammer novel and the main series available on Audible. Just shut up and take my money!

Outstanding

Exceptional job by the reader, and intriguing universe that draws you in. Would recommend this.

A Must Read for Warhammer 40,000 fans!

phenomenal way to set the stage to the darkest period of the imperium. only criticism is that the author was too quiet at times, but other than that, he really knocked the read and feel for the story out of the park!