• Mage of No Renown

  • Tales of Terralor, Book 1
  • By: Kel Kade
  • Narrated by: Nick Podehl
  • Length: 10 hrs and 30 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (3,068 ratings)

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Mage of No Renown

By: Kel Kade
Narrated by: Nick Podehl
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Publisher's summary

From the author of the New York Times bestselling King’s Dark Tidings series comes a prequel novel set in that world.

Wesson is still years from becoming a man when an immense darkness stirs within his core. The sinister power bursts free during a confrontation with an old enemy, and Wesson’s tranquil life is left in tatters.

Forced to flee a murderous mob, Wesson stumbles onto a tumultuous path where he must confront the destructive power he has awakened. He must learn control over the power he wields or risk being consumed by it. As he wrestles with his training, an assassin stalks his every move. This new enemy is sent by a mysterious foe, one who will force Wesson to choose between the kindness in his heart and the seductive power in his soul.

Mage of No Renown can be enjoyed as a standalone, but be warned: it will likely lead you into Free The Darkness.

©2022 Dark Rover Publishing, L.L.C. (P)2022 Podium Audio

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Fantastic

Following the KDT book series this book is great in telling the story of one of Rezkin's companions. I loved this book.

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Kel Kade does it again.

Wow.

I just finished the book, and that one word encapsulates how good it is. Kel Kade has established herself as an amazing author capable of telling great stories. Journeyman Wesson was one of my favorite characters in her other series, and he shines in this book, which describes his backstory.

Nick Podehl equally does an amazing job here.

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Wesson gets the story he deserves

Wesson's back story helps flush out how a mage of such power had no one who knew of him and how he could have gotten to where he was.

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Worth backtracking...

I hesitated to purchase because I was so anxious for the next installment of King's Dark Tidings. I'm so glad I decided to give it a shot.

Wesson was always a favorite character, but this story really made him come alive.

The beginning started a little slow, but I thoroughly love it after that.

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Kel Kade entertains yet again!

the story satisfied that long time desire for more of my favorite mage in the kings Dark tidings universe.

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Liked it a lot!

I wasn’t too excited when I heard a novel about Wesson would be coming out before Kings Dark Tidings 5, but I felt like I had to read it in case there were some Easter eggs. There were a couple, but I ended up really enjoying the book on its own. Wesson is such an endearing character, making prequels interesting can be pretty hit or miss, but there was enough mystery to keep me intrigued to the end and excited to see his return in future books. Nick Podehl does an amazing job as always.

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Another excellent story from Kel Kade

King’s Dark Tidings has become one of my favorite fantasy series. This background story of Wesson made me want to go back and listen to the entire series again. Excellent performance by Nick Podehl. A must read for fans of KDT!

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loved it

I loved this book it reminds me of KDT but Wesson is an interesting and different protagonist with his own heartbreaking story and as always Nick does a brilliant job of narrating

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Wesson’s Backstory

If you enjoyed The King’s Dark Tidings series, this is a really good look at Wesson’s background and character development. Nick Podehl delivers his standard awesome performance.

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GREAT WORK!!!!

A FANTASTIC look into Wesson's background! I can't wait for KDT book 5!
When I read the reviews for this book, I was shocked at how awful and whiney they were! I have listened to ALL of Kel Kade's work (multiple times) and have loved every installment! This is perfectly in line with the rest of the KDT series! If you enjoy Journeyman Wesson's character at all, this book is sure to provide some wonderous insight into his character!
I HIGHLY recommend!!!
I genuinely hope Kel Kade writes several more books in the KDT world...even if I have to wait a year or several between books! This story never grows tiresome!
GREAT WORK, Kel!

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