• The Stone of Knowing Complete Set

  • The Stone Cycle Complete Sets, Volume 1
  • By: Allan N. Packer
  • Narrated by: Greg John
  • Length: 24 hrs and 30 mins
  • 5.0 out of 5 stars (3 ratings)

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The Stone of Knowing Complete Set

By: Allan N. Packer
Narrated by: Greg John
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The epic fantasy saga of the Stone Cycle begins, now in a compelling narration....

A talisman that unmasks thoughts, desires, deepest secrets. The fate of kingdoms depends on mastering its power and protecting it.

The untroubled world of young Thomas Stablehand is changed forever when he stumbles upon an unusual stone. With the thoughts and intents of others laid bare to him, he eagerly indulges his curiosity. But seeing into other minds isn’t like Thomas expected. And troubles are only beginning.

Invaders attack the kingdom of Arvenon, and Thomas has nowhere to turn except to his friend Will Prentis, a gifted and ambitious leader who has risen rapidly in the ranks of the king’s army.

Will is fearless, and where he leads, men follow. With the kingdom on the brink, Will leads a small band on a perilous quest to thwart the invaders. Fearing his secret will be exposed and hoping to help prevent catastrophe, Thomas flees with them.

But dangerous enemies seek the stone for their own ends. As Will faces a relentless opponent whose true purpose remains hidden, Thomas must decide what price he's willing to pay to protect the stone and preserve the kingdom.

The odds are hopeless. And for three kingdoms, the stakes are higher than anyone knows.

The Stone of Knowing Complete Set is a complete story that begins the ongoing saga of the Stone Cycle. It includes the novels The Stone of Knowing and The Cost of Knowing as well as the novelette The Seer: A Prequel to The Stone of Knowing. If you enjoy epic fantasy with gripping action, relatable characters, and clean romance in a sweeping coming-of-age saga, then listen to The Stone of Knowing Complete Set now!

©2021 Allan N. Packer (P)2021 Allan N. Packer

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A book that grew out of storytelling

At the end of the audiobook, the author mentions he started the story 25 years ago, telling stories to his children. Over the years, he learned which stories held their attention, and which didn't. Out of the various stories, this one lasted the longest. So he started writing it all out and fleshing in details.

The Stone is one of dozens of ancient stones. Gradually, a possible set of rules come out.
1. If taken by force, it stops working for decades.
2. Holding it shows the thoughts of someone nearby.
3. If used too much, bad things happen.

The particular stone was buried long ago, but uncovered by a burrowing creature. A stableboy finds the stone, and soon he spots a dog or wolf acting strangely. So begins the tale.

A very entertaining story. A bit slow, lots of it is spent traveling. Believable characters, and the main characters are all well done. The bad guys are perhaps a bit too loathesome, but they're appropriate. Thomas Stablehand does not use the stone very often.

The end of this particular set is an opportunity-type cliffhanger with no immediate danger. All has been good enough that I'll likely get the sequel to find out what happens.

Highly recommended.

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