The Delving

Overthrown - The Chronicles of Denoril, Book 1

By: Aaron Bunce

Narrated by: Matthew E. Berry

Length: 10 hrs and 3 mins

Publisher's summary

It rests deep in the ground, they say, an ancient burial treasure of unimaginable wealth. Riches to humble even the most prosperous men, locked away from time itself. But the Council’s edict was clear - keep the tombs of the ancient dalan closed. Keep the past sealed. But where there is wealth, there is greed, and nothing stays buried forever.

Thorben Paulson is an ordinary man, trying to raise his family the honest way. Unfortunately, the Council’s tax collectors demand more and more each thaw, taking in both coin and food. For a branded man like Thorben, his checkered past means the burden is always greater. With hungry mouths to feed and winter on the horizon, Thorben’s desperation grows. A visitor appears unexpectedly in town, a man from his past, carrying a map and a promise - enough coin to feed his family for the foreseeable future, in exchange for a single job. Not just any job, however. Thorben must delve once again, leave the sun behind and enter the underground crypts, the realm of the dead, and find priceless dalan relics. And yet, more lies in wait than things that sparkle and glimmer, and in Denoril, some things never truly die.

©2019 Aaron Bunce (P)2019 Aaron Bunce

Dark Fantasy

Very dark and ominous story of a broken man with only 1 goal. Once the story got going, this turned into a very good listen.

“I was voluntarily provided this free review copy audiobook by the author, narrator, or publisher.”

Good.

If you like books such as lord of the rings I think you would have a good time with this book.
Received for free and left an honest review.

A fun adventure!

The other reviews will tell you what this book was about. I'll just tell you it was a fun adventure. I really liked the characters and cared about what they cared about, and I kept coming back to this story instead of moving on to another title. It's embarrassing how many books I don't finish - but I finished this one. I'm headed back to Audible to see what other adventures Aaron Bunce has in store for me!

A very solid dark fantasy tale

I was given this free review copy audio book at my request and have voluntarily left this review.

This was actually a great book. It was pretty entertaining and very well performed. The characters are interesting and the dialog was entertaining. I would say this is dark fantasy, but not so dark as to be overwhelming. All in all, I enjoyed the listen and would definitely be up for more.

Can’t wait to hear the next

Just when I really started to get into it felt like it was already over. However the story was very intriguing kinda has hobbit vibe so to speak. Looking forward to continuing the story with the next in the series. Berry does a very good job narrating the story. Can always tell the different characters apart and doesn’t over do it. Easy voice to listen to be it in the car , doing chores around the house or listening to as I go to sleep. I definitely recommend not only this story but also Matt berry’s other works as well. He’s great narrator and lately those can be hard to come by. Some narrators can just really ruin entire story you might otherwise enjoy but just can’t get through due to the sound of their voice for number reasons. I genuinely enjoyed all his books I have listened to. This is first time I’ve listened to this author however after this story I will definitely be looking into more. I really like these types of stories however good ones can be hard to find as most nowadays just tend to be what I call ,pardon my expression , fairy porn. This was no where near close and would allow my daughter to hear it if she wanted. I was given this audio in exchange for honest and fair review for free and I would definitely recommend it.

R.I.P.

The Delving is a unique dark fantasy tale in the way the occupation of grave robbing is presented. Here it is portrayed as more dangerous and exciting, similar to dungeon diving. This is my first exposure to Aaron Bunce, his writing quite crisp and flowing if not a bit overly descriptive at times. I enjoyed the story although the mid-point bogged down for me to where I was thinking the book may not need to be ten hours. The characters were interesting and came off as being quite authentic. Thorben’s family, their ability to cope with whatever life threw at them, and his dedication and love were quite heartwarming. For any of Thorben’s faults, you still had to like him. I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.

The past must stay buried

Thorben Paulson will do anything to take of his wife and seven kids even if that means bringing his past into his present. He must learn that some things should be left as they are. Delving is forbidden for a reason and they are about to find out why.
Aaron Bunce really worked some creative magic in this book. The Delving is full of suspense, love, sacrifice, supernatural creatures and mystery. The book is well written and kept me intrigued. Narrator Matthew E. Berry really brought the story alive he was phenomenal. I highly recommend this book you will not be disappointed.
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A new experience

Enjoyed the listen different from what I am use to but I found it interesting held my attention I had to listen to the end and enjoyed the narration was great easily understood if you are looking for a new experience I recommend this listen

more than expected and let me wanting more . . .

Fantastic world building. Fantastic journey with a band of misfits/criminals/outsiders. Characters that were so real. They could be people you know or want to know. The direction of the group of characters was open and engaging. There was an edge of darkness that fit the realness. What would you do for the future of your family? How far would you go to make sure their future was secure? The narrator brought it and gave distinction to the various characters. The was edge, turmoil, adventure, a bit of suspense, some horrible things, and even a touch with the emotions. I am very much emphatic and this got me. I was not expecting to feel emotional at all. A dark adventure fantasy that will have you wanting more.

The Delving

I tried but just did not connect with this book.I found it too wordy and whiney.I didn't like any of the characters.It just wasn't for me.Matthew E. Berry was a fine narrator for the work. I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.