The Ravens of Death

Tsun-Tsun TzimTzum, Book 4

By: Mike Truk

Narrated by: Leo Barnabas

Length: 23 hrs and 51 mins

Publisher's summary

My name's Noah Kilmartin. I'm from Ruddock, Ohio, and I'm getting pretty dang qualified to save the universe from the slavering demonic hordes of the super evil bitch Queen Lilith.

All I've got to do is survive the penultimate sphere before Malkuth. One last hellscape that will test my companions and I, seek to turn us against each other, and shatter the certainties that bind us together.

I know our love is true. I know our bonds will hold. That nothing Lilith can throw against us will prevail.

I have to believe it. Because the alternative is too horrifying to contemplate....

Warning and minor spoilers: The Ravens of Death is an 18+ audiobook intended for mature listeners. It contains graphic sex and copious amounts of medieval violence.

©2020 Mike Truk (P)2020 Audible, Inc.

Stellar Series

The best gems are often hidden in plain sight…it has some poorly faceted and rough edges, but overall a masterpiece. Hopefully the author finishes the series someday.

shaking my head

(11 hrs left) I do love this series but still Jesus Christ. I love Noah's character development. So every time he gets into a fight it feels like he never gets stronger. There's always someone powerful than him. Yeah I understand there has to be but still. What's the point of all this? He gets like a ridiculous power up that comes out of nowhere when hes about to lose. Every time something goes wrong he just loses control which is so annoying. I do love this book. I will get the last book when it comes out but Jesus man it feels like one step forward but three steps backward every time. Like at this point I don't even know why he's fighting all these powerful people like we need a training arc, something bro i dont know. My boy getting slapped left and right. Every time he does win a fight It doesn't feel right. It doesn't feel like he achieves it. Heck for a savior he always gets saved by his teammates. Yeah yeah there his companions blah blah blah. He's the leader okay, I have no problem with his girls saving him. Still he's always so cocky. Saying he'll win and all that stuff but when he gets into a fight he gets slapped. It's cringe and annoying. Honestly im surprised none of them died in the last 3 books (plot armor ik).
I just hope that the last book the fight against Lilith. Noah is a strong fighter calm and powerful. Having power to actually back up his words

Story 3/5 Performance 5/5

Just mindblowing

This series had been one the most craziest rollercoaster rides I've ever been in, from book one to now the twist and turns, the pain the suffering the victories and soul crush defeats are down right nerve racking and the ravens of death did not disappoint! Noah and his companions have grown so much more then just in power and skill and I'm grateful to able to see (or hear) about their journey to the end. can't wait for book 5!!!

Really good

Super happy to find an author who actually writes a good story. Keep it up!

a story well told

great storyline. well read. very engaging. cant wait for the last book! dont keep me waiting too long!

I really like this series

Honestly I enjoy this series, when I thought one was gone forever I almost cried. But im good now....I’m not crying... your crying... lol seriously can’t wait for the next book. Adding to this review, Its been several months and I went through the series again. And I have to say that the series is really good. the issues within the group, the MC trying to overcome their own issues. This series has it all.

what a journey, ready for the end

I've thoroughly enjoyed all 4 books of the TTTT series. the progression of the story and its characters have impressed me and brought me much joy. this series is a true gem in its genre, in fact ive found all of Mike Truk's series are unique. Truk's words and description are so very eloquent and easy to listen to and read. everything just flows. I look forward to the 5th installment.

I want Next book right Meow!

Mike Truk has simply become my favorite author. The scenes, the world building, the characters are all perfect in their crafting. Truly a master author that I believe will be bring this genre to new heights. I need the next book.

Great characters, great performace, mediocre story

Having come this far in his series I have to say that Mike Truk does a wonderful job at fleshing out his characters. They are all greatly flawed in one way or another and come into their own as his books progress. I do, however, have to consider this one of his weaker entries. Much of the tension and stakes are dependent upon poorly defined power dynamics and, sometimes, entirely contrived encounters. It grew a little tiresome to have Noah and the gang subjected to this or that incredibly powerful opponent whom they are in no way prepared to face. This leads to an over-reliance on last minute Deus Ex Machina or sudden power-ups that were never set up properly. Unfortunately, this installation is full of such events making all the tension and suspense feel artificial.
So to summarize, there are great characters here and a wonderful performance by the voice crew but the story this time is quite lacking.

Everything amazing minus...

The missed opportunity of having Rebecca Woods or Amber Lee Connors step in for dual narration. Add either of those women and this series almost unbeatable. (Meaning Mike Truk & Leo Barnabas continue to perform their jobs superbly.