Siege of Stone

Sister of Darkness: The Nicci Chronicles, Book 3

By: Terry Goodkind

Narrated by: Christina Traister

Length: 20 hrs and 14 mins

Publisher's summary

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Set in the world of the Sword of Truth saga, the ramifications of New York Times bestseller Terry Goodkind’s Shroud of Eternity extend throughout all of the Old World as familiar allies, dangerous magic, and creatures created by twisted sorcery all work at cross purposes to either save or destroy Ildakar in Siege of Stone.

The Sorceress Nicci, the Wizard Nathan Rahl, and the young swordsman Bannon remain in the legendary city of Ildakar after a great internal revolt has freed the slaves and brought down the powerful wizards council. But as he fled the city, capricious Wizard Commander Maxim dissolved the petrification spell that had turned to stone the invading army of General Utros fifteen centuries earlier. Now, hundreds of thousands of half-stone soldiers from the ancient past have awakened, led by one of the greatest enemy commanders in history.

Nicci, Nathan, and Bannon have to help Ildakar survive this unbreakable siege, using all the magical defenses of the legendary city. Even as General Utros holds Ildakar hostage and also unleashes his incredible army on the unsuspecting Old World, an equally powerful threat arises out in the sea.

Nicci knows the battle won’t remain in the city; if she can’t stop this threat, two invincible armies can sweep across the Old World and destroy D’Hara itself.

The Nicci Chronicles

1. Death’s Mistress
2. Shroud of Eternity
3. Siege of Stone

©2018 Terry Goodkind. (P)2018 Brilliance Publishing, Inc., all rights reserved.

Full of action!

This book seemed to have a lot more action than the previous Nicci books. The characters are fleshing out nicely. I was pleased to hear hints of the Mord-Sith ancestry, and a small morsel about Nathan's childhood as well.

It left me anxious for the final book--I'm looking forward to it already!

As for the narration, it was great. I often listen while in an extremely noisy environment, and the narration was clear and easy to understand through it all.

A bit of a drag story

Overall a decent book but a bit repetitive and monotonous. Banon is saying obvious things and Nicci seem to pull magic tricks out of nowhere despite past chapters building up to that moment. I would've preferred a different narrator.

Pretty much a cliff hanger

Everything was left hanging in this one. Absolutely no conclusions. I don’t mind a continuing story that will pick up where the last one ended but this one really just left it all out there. Just a little bit of an end would be appreciated. Nicci is lost who knows where. I’m not sure where Nathan is at the end, just out on the plain I guess and poor Banon is captured. Everything in limbo

Very enjoyable...

Really like the narrator. A nice break off story from the original series. Lots of action and suspense! A few surprises around every corner as well!

interesting

loved the magic and pitched battle scenes. nikki kicking butt one enemy at a time

Siege of Stone

Once again Terry does not disappoint! Excellent story telling , captivates the imagination, Niki & Nathan are a great team

Goodkind does it again.

In his continuing Chronicle of the sorceress Nikki. Goodkind weaves a fantastic tale. With compelling characters and a breakneck pace. This story will hook you a lead you on a wild ride. It will stir your emotions and leave you wanting more.

never long enough

The only bad thing about this one was how short it is. His books used to be much long. I really hope Richard and Kahlan are brought in next book. I just hope if he does he finds a way to still keep it about Nikki.

great it was a great book

loved it as i have all of your books keep up the great books thsnk you

Stellar writing by Terry as always...

Terry Goodkind never ceases to tell an intricate tale wrought with peril, romance, and action. The way he writes is so refreshing and detailed that I can feel, in my minds eye, that I'm standing next to Nicci, Nathan, and Bannon as they explore the old world in the name of D'hara. I just can't wait to see Richard and Kahlan make an appearance to help their friends fight evil because you know it has to happen. In my opinion, this spin off of the S.O.T. series is the 2nd best off shoot I've ever read... the 1st was the Law of Nines. Don't stop Mr. Goodkind, you have my absolute attention and admiration for these excellently written books. If you haven read any of his books, then you are missing out on a world of wonder because Terry has the Midas touch when it comes to writing. There isn't enough stars to rate his work properly, must read or listen.