Styxx

Dark-Hunter, Book 22

By: Sherrilyn Kenyon

Narrated by: Fred Berman

Length: 31 hrs and 7 mins

Publisher's summary

The most highly-anticipated novel in the Sherrilyn Kenyon's Dark-Hunter series since Acheron is here—the unforgettable story of Styxx, Acheron's twin brother and one of the most powerful beings on earth

Just when you thought doomsday was over . . .

Centuries ago Acheron saved the human race by imprisoning an ancient evil bent on absolute destruction. Now that evil has been unleashed and it is out for revenge.

As the twin to Acheron, Styxx hasn't always been on his brother's side. They've spent more centuries going at each other's throats than protecting their backs. Now Styxx has a chance to prove his loyalty to his brother, but only if he's willing to trade his life and future for Acheron's.

The Atlantean goddess of Wrath and Misery, Bethany was born to right wrongs. But it was never a task she relished. Until now.

She owes Acheron a debt that she vows to repay, no matter what it takes. He will join their fellow gods in hell and nothing is going to stop her. But things are never what they seem, and Acheron is no longer the last of his line. Styxx and Acheron must put aside their past and learn to trust each other or more will suffer.

Yet it's hard to risk your own life for someone who once tried to take yours, even when it's your own twin, and when loyalties are skewed and no one can be trusted, not even yourself, how do you find a way back from the darkness that wants to consume the entire world? One that wants to start by devouring your very soul?

©2013 Sherrilyn Kenyon (P)2013 Macmillan Audio

Critic reviews

“[A] publishing phenomenon . . . [Sherrilyn Kenyon is] the reigning queen of the wildly successful paranormal scene . . . Just one example of arguably the most in-demand and prolific authors in America these days.” —Publishers Weekly

“Kenyon's writing is brisk, ironic and relentless imaginative. These are not your mother's vampire novels.” —Boston Globe

Didn't see it coming!!!!

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

The book is a great follow up!! Answers many questions.

What did you like best about this story?

I liked all the emotions. The same story but from a different view point.

What about Fred Berman’s performance did you like?

He is always good!

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

I wish. It took me 3 days!!!!

Any additional comments?

It was a great book! Looking forward to the next one.

This Damn Book!

Had me anxious and fretting all the way through. There are some parts of this that are rough to read, but it will definitely make you feel.

I love this book.

l really enjoyed this book both times I have listened to it. Great book and great narration. I felt as if I were there.

Soooooo good its Great

As soon as I finished this book I read it again to savor it like it was a good meal I love love love it,and this was astonishing story and one of the best ones I ever read in my life!!! Much love to its author please don't stop writing ever💜

Truly amazing and jaw dropping.

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I had no expectation going in to this one, because of my love for Acheron's character. I regret waiting this long to read it as the dark hunter series is my favorite(better than BDB series). It was shockingly good I couldn't put it down and actually cried many times as if I were watching a movie.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Styxx?

When Acheron cries on Tori realizing the true horror his brother went through

My favorite in the series!

The narrator, Fred Berman, did an amazing job with great inflections and accents. With as many characters as there are in this story, I am sure it wasn't easy. I was able to feel the emotions of the characters and learned the backstory of a character previously depicted as a villain. The depth and personality of Styxx really shine through in this narrative.
Warning: it is brutal and explicit. Although, this detail does provide the reader with a better understanding of the characters. While sometimes vicious, it reminds us that life can be horrible, yet love and goodness can still be found. " ...and there are always three sides of a story; the perspective of the two involved, and the truth, which can be found somewhere in the middle."

By far my favorite book in the series.

By far my favorite book in the series. Note, that if you're in a dark emotional place prior to reading this, you might need to wait to read at a different time in your life. Many aspects of this story hit some very real and serious issues that may trigger your own issues.

Could not stop listening.

Manage to finish book in days. Could not stop listening. So much so people at work thought something was wrong with me because I did not talk to anyone the one whole day because I was so wrapped up in the story.

sherrilyn kenyon outdoes herself . . . again.

gritty, passionate, witty, sensual . what we've come to expect . One of her best.

Fantastic!

wow, I am well into this series and more impressed with Sherrilyn Kenyon's writing with each book. This particular book had my heart breaking and much more tears than I would want from a book, even to the point of my saying "Enough already", not knowing if I could continue listening. However, so glad I did! So I promise Kenyon's kickass ending makes it's worth the tears. Of course, most of the emotions are generated from the great voice of Fred Berman - hats off to his performance! Looking forward to the next book,..downloading now :)