Matabar

A Progression Fantasy Epic

A forgotten people. A lost bloodline. A true Mage will rise.

Ardan Egobar is a young hunter from a remote mountain tribe. Destined for nothing more than the quiet rhythms of the wild.

But when fate drags him from his village into the heart of the New Monarchy Empire, everything changes. He steps into a melting pot of orcish mobsters, cigar-smoking dwarven bankers, and fashionforward elves—all on the brink of world war.

As Ardan grapples with his forgotten bloodline and discovers an intricate magic system, he begins a slow, compelling ascent, transforming from an innocent youth into a rising mage whose power may one day reshape history.

From Kirill Klevanski, the bestselling author of Dragon Heart, comes 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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Amazing story telling

Kinda slow to start but worth sticking with it if you like high fantasy mixed with urban fantasy

Extremely well build world

From start to finish I was captivated with this book. It took everything to not just listen to it as quickly as possible, as soon as I realized the next book wasn’t going to be out till later that is.

Pleasantly Surprising

Refreshing storyline with non-western themes. Terrific world building and character development. At times, the MC rambles but… that’s just how it is.

One of the best new stories I’ve heard in a very long time

The story is amazing as well as the performer. I was 30 hours into the book before I realized how good the performer was. I got lost. I don’t see that very often. I’ve listened to almost 1200 books, and this is truly going to be a classic

Well crap, this book is really good.

Don't bother reading reviews, don't let a second of this story get ruined for you.

Does anyone know who the uncredited Alley Cat narrator is?