The Fated

By: Slate R. Raven

Narrated by: Larry Oblander

Length: 7 hrs and 26 mins

Publisher's Summary

Several people’s lives are cosmically interwoven by a violent game. It brings destruction and death to anyone who crosses its path. No one is safe. Where does destiny end and when does fate take over? 

Jonas had been on the run since he was 13. A group pursued him, but he didn’t know why. Yet he knew that if they’d ever find him, he will die. He lived a solitary life to survive until his dreams began. Each dream revealed a new piece of an ever-widening puzzle. A mystery woman haunted his slumber, drawing him closer to the destiny he knew and feared. 

Tammy's life was drastically altered by an encounter in a dark alley. She had seen what no one else in the world had lived to tell about. When it was time to act, she had faltered and feared for her life. Could she tell the world what she had witnessed, and would anyone believe her? How could she live with the knowledge that made her life a living hell? 

Stacey had won the lottery, and everyone wanted a piece of it. The only person she felt she could trust was her best friend, Tammy. However, Tammy began having serious problems after the terrible night in the alley. Stacey had decided to hire a bodyguard to protect them. But, before long, she developed romantic feelings for their protector, which distracted them from their main concern...keeping Tammy safe. 

What will become of these people whose lives are intertwined by destiny and fate into a fierce game? With lives on the line, and devastation on the horizon is anything or anyone safe? It’s only where destiny lands that you can find The Fated.

©2020 Slate R. Raven (P)2020 Slate R. Raven

A paranormal roller coaster ride

The Fated weaves an intriguing tale of three people battling to survive in a world where danger lurks. Jonas has been running, pursued and hunted for years. He doesn’t know why but is certain if he’s caught, he’s a dead man. He finds himself with new and unexpected powers but when his world and reality collide in a dark alley with Tammy, a grade-school teacher, he becomes obsessed with her. After what Tammy has seen Jonas do, she’s now terrified and convinced no one would believe her. She confides in her best friend Stacy and what begins is a twisted path for all three where they question perception vs truth, angels vs. demons. They learn not to trust anyone or anything at face value.

The Fated is not necessarily the type of book I normally read (or listen to), but Slate Raven’s descriptive storytelling sucks you in and sweeps you along. He paints his characters with such vivid color, you can almost see them in front of you as you join them in the world the author has created. The narrator did a great job bringing the story and characters to life, letting every unexpected twist and turn stun you as he propels you forward toward the climactic ending where a choice must be made. Is it fate?

The Ultimate Sacrifice

I loved this action packed book that encompasses everything from "Good vs. Evil" to "Love vs Hate". The writing style, characters and storyline are superb. This book especially the end with a beautiful divine twist that you won't see coming is powerful in every way. I will admit that the ending brought tears to my eyes. Slate R. Raven in my opinion is one hell of a writer. I highly recommend this book it may be long but it is definitely worth it. I received this book for free and this is my honest unbiased review.