The Fall of Babel

De: Josiah Bancroft

Narrado por: John Banks

The incredible final book in the phenomenon fantasy series described as “future classics" follows one man's dangerous journey through a labyrinthine world and the mysteries he uncovers along the way. (Los Angeles Times).

"Josiah Bancroft is a magician. His books are that rare alchemy: gracefully written, deliriously imaginative, action packed, warm, witty, and thought provoking." —Madeline Miller, New York Times bestselling author of Circe

As Marat's siege engine bores through the Tower, erupting inside ringdoms and leaving chaos in its wake, Senlin can do nothing but observe the mayhem from inside the belly of the beast. Caught in a charade, Senlin desperately tries to sabotage the rampaging Hod King, even as Marat's objective grows increasingly clear. The leader of the zealots is bound for the Sphinx's lair and the unimaginable power it contains.

In the city under glass at the Tower's summit, Adam discovers a utopia where everyone inexplicably knows the details of his past. As Adam unravels the mystery of his fame, he soon discovers the crowning ringdom conceals a much darker secret.

Aboard the State of Art, Edith and her crew adjust to the reality that Voleta has awoken from death changed. She seems to share more in common with the Red Hand now than her former self. While Edith wars for the soul of the young woman, a greater crisis looms: They will have to face Marat on unequal footing and with Senlin caught in the crossfire.

And when the Bridge of Babel is finally opened, and the Brick Layer's true ambition revealed, neither they nor the Tower will ever be the same again.

Also by Josiah Bancroft:

The Books of Babel
Senlin Ascends
Arm of the Sphinx
The Hod King
The Fall of Babel

Reseñas de la Crítica

"It's rare to find a modern book that feels like a timeless classic. I'm wildly in love with this book."—Pierce Brown, author of Red Rising on Senlin Ascends

"The Hod King is a compelling and original novel; the "Books of Babel" are something you hope to see perhaps once a decade - future classics, which may be remembered long after the series concludes."—Los Angeles Times on The Hod King

"Josiah Bancroft is a magician. His books are that rare alchemy: gracefully written, deliriously imaginative, action-packed, warm, witty, and thought-provoking. I can't wait for more."—Madeline Miller, New York Times bestselling author of Circe

"Senlin Ascends is one of the best reads I've had in ages . . . I was dragged in and didn't escape until I'd finished two or three days later."
—Mark Lawrence, author of Prince of Thorns on Senlin Ascends

"Deeply compelling . . . A classic in the making."—B&N Sci-Fi & Fantasy Blog

"Wonderfully unique and superbly well written. I loved every page."—Nicholas Eames, author of Kings of the Wyld on Senlin Ascends

"Senlin is a man worth rooting for, and his strengthening resolve and character is as marvelous and sprawling as the tower he climbs."—The Washington Post on Senlin Ascends

"What is remarkable about this novel, quite apart from its rich, allusive prose, is Bancroft's portrayal of Senlin, a good man in a desperate situation, and the way he changes in response to his experiences in his ascent."—The Guardian on Senlin Ascends

"Senlin Ascends crosses the everyday strangeness and lyrical prose of Borges and Gogol with all the action and adventure of high fantasy. I loved it, and grabbed the next one as soon as I turned the last page."
—Django Wexler, author of The Thousand Names on Senlin Ascends

"With deceptive simplicity Bancroft brings this gothic place and its denizens to a colourful life...I loved it!"—Adrian Selby, author of Snakewood on Senlin Ascends

"Senlin Ascends is a unique masterpiece. A brilliant debut. Highly recommended!"—Michael R. Fletcher, author of Beyond Redemption on Senlin Ascends

"This is fantasy storytelling of a high order."—The Toronto Star on Senlin Ascends

"Brilliant debut fantasy . . . This novel goes off like a firework and suggests even greater things in the author's future."
—Publishers Weekly, starred review on Senlin Ascends

"Ticks along with the tight precision and artistry of a well-wound watch."
—Kirkus on Senlin Ascends

"This is an exceedingly rich book. A depth of imagination married with a poetic turn of phrase and an engaging cast of characters conspire to deliver an epic story soaring high above the clouds."—Fantasy Faction on Senlin Ascends

Fourth is the best

This was the best of the four. They are all good but Bancroft lets a little loose w the humor nd it is great.

A fantastic ending from a marvelous wordsmith

I don't usually read books in this genre, favoring more medieval-flavored stories. The whimsy in this series is just plain fun, the narrator wonderful, and the plain truth is that the quality of the prose is peerless in the fiction fantasy realm. I loved all of them. Well done, Mr. Bancroft.

The character development was phenomenal!!

Overall and amazing story of twists and turns. You can really get sucked into the story almost like the tower itself. The reason I give 5 stars is because it’s all around an amazing story and so well told the only thing I don’t like is how Maria is in the end.

Good book

I was going to write a long review but will settle at just a couple sentences. First off the rating I gave was for the series not necessarily this this book as I would give it a little higher as again I think each book has been better than the last. That being said while everything was good about this series it was not as gripping as many others I have listened to taking me much longer to finish than usually, which I do think in this case is indicative of something about the series as it was not due to a lack of time throughout. Either way was good and looking forward to seeing we’re it goes next. Just want a bit more of that X factor to keep me neeeding more. Good book.

A new classic satirical work à la GulliversTravels

To me the many ringdoms and intricacies of the tower what came to mind was Gulliver's Travels. (not that this story in any way resembles those travels or that story)

As Senlin travels through and encounters the many intricacies of the tower I found the allegorical/satirical comparisons to the real world thought provoking and insightful.

In my mind this series would make for a great book for teenagers seeking an interesting series for those creative book reports if those are still a thing, it covers heavy subjects without being heavy handed the language is clean without being childish or overly prudish. And adults seeking an escape that on it's surface is a whimsical tale that contains some nuggets of societal introspection worth thinking about.

I have my gripes with the ending and one of the characters but all and all the author crafted an ending that made me think so if that was the goal than mission accomplished whether or not I am happy with the choice that character made.

All in all I highly recommend this series which I would call a steam punk era science fiction fantasy allegorical satire.

Great series

Great series. Very engaging. Binged all four books. Very inventive storyline. Engaging characters. Hoping for sequel.

Wonderful Finish!

The finale of a series that starts off so strongly, promising so much, is probably the the hardest book of the series to write. This book lives up to the expectations… it’s great!

excellent story

this was an excellent conclusion to a wonderful story. the characters were nuanced and realistic. thank you for this gift.

Long awaited ending - thank you

I was grateful to be able to close the book on such a great series. pun intended
I love the world Bancroft built and it inspired me in my personal art. The ending was touching and eloquent.

Brilliant conclusion!

I find it hard to categorize this story. It was fantastic, vivid, and beautifully realized. The characters are complex, varied, and yet some how relatable despite the fact that they are navigating a world unlike any other. The story is action packed. I never had any idea what would happen next and I loved the ride.