• The Wall of Storms

  • The Dandelion Dynasty, Book 2
  • By: Ken Liu
  • Narrated by: Michael Kramer
  • Length: 28 hrs and 57 mins
  • 4.6 out of 5 stars (558 ratings)

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By: Ken Liu
Narrated by: Michael Kramer
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Publisher's summary

In the much-anticipated sequel to the "magnificent fantasy epic" (NPR) Grace of Kings, Emperor Kuni Garu is faced with the invasion of an invincible army in his kingdom and must quickly find a way to defeat the intruders.

Kuni Garu, now known as Emperor Ragin, runs the archipelago kingdom of Dara but struggles to maintain progress while serving the demands of the people and his vision. Then an unexpected invading force from the Lyucu Empire in the far distant west comes to the shores of Dara - and chaos results.

But Emperor Kuni cannot go and lead his kingdom against the threat himself with his recently healed empire fraying at the seams, so he sends the only people he trusts to be Dara's savvy and cunning hopes against the invincible invaders: his children, now grown and ready to make their mark on history.

©2016 Ken Liu. All rights reserved. (P)2016 Simon & Schuster

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Ken Liu does it again.

I went into this tale worried that it wouldn't live up to grace of kings. I couldn't have been more wrong! I love how we get so much charecter development which makes loosing them a truly emotional moment. the only problem I see with this book is that there isn't a 3rd one ready to go.

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A most interesting sequel.

This book was very well written, covering a staggeringly large setting over more than a decade of time. While I liked the first book of this series better, that in no way means that this addition to the series was less than amazing. I eagerly await the next chapter of this saga.

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Much better than the first book!

In this one the author actually shows you what happens instead of describing important events well after the fact. His characterization is much better as well, and the plot truly took off. As with the first he deals with complex moral conundrums adroitly, and is able to argue well from multiple sides of the same problem. As always Michael Kramer brings life to the story in ultra high definition.

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Wow highly recommend

If you like game of thrones. Star Wars. Yea this one is for you. This is absolutely perfect sf. For me it was unpredictable the dynasty goes on and their is more to come. The gods are still at it and when you think their is no problem along comes one big one. Marshal Zindu is highly missed in this second novel of the dandelion dynasty. Cannot wait for the third

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interesting, unique, and fun

If you're looking for a fun story to read that is unlike most other options out there, this is a solid choice!

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AMAZING. Beautiful novel where steal the show

This is easily one of my favorite novels of all time. I really enjoyed the Grace of Kings but was blown away by The Wall of Storms. The characters have a depth and humanity to them that is both inspiring and familiar. The women rule in this sequel where they wield power and influence with bookish ingenuity, confident sexuality, and military prowess. I loved this beautiful novel, we need more of this kind of story telling in the world!

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Fantastic

Complicated dissection of delicate human motivation and emotions. At times pointedly depressing and disarming true to our all to human natures. Bravo

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intricate, layered, and engaging!

A great book with a great narration. a sweeping epic both broad and deep, something really special!

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A epic that inspires and delights

Continuing the greatness from the 'Grace of King', this book wraps readers in its engaging lore and character building. The performance is stellar and the characters build the world so naturally.

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So Interesting!

This is really an excellent story. I liked the first book but this continuation expanded the story development in such a way that I like the first book much more now. I love when I have no idea what will happen next. It’s also obvious that a lot of people worked on it so that the writing is exquisite. This level of editing and obtaining feedback to perfect the writing is what has pushed all of my favorite books into my favorite category. It’s so awesome to have found another epic fantasy on this level.

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