Together We Rise

A Low Fantasy Tale of Revolution, Vengeance, and Hope

By: Richie Billing

Narrated by: Robin Coppock

V For Vendetta Meets Game Of Thrones

In the crumbling city of Pietalos, where corruption and poverty reign, the fires of revolution burn hotter each day. An oppressive government has bled its people dry for the benefit of the elite, but the citizens have had enough.

Eight lives—each scarred by loss, betrayal, and violence—intertwine as they fight for their own futures and that of the city.

Dhijs, a weary healer, joins forces with Tillia, a woman seeking both liberation for the people and personal revenge against her abusive husband, Captain Vaso. Zia, a factory worker turned reluctant leader, ignites the workers' rebellion, transforming protest into a full-blown revolution. In the shadows, the cynical drug pusher King is forced to rethink his loyalties as riots consume the streets, while his rebellious young messenger Mal feeds critical information to the revolutionaries.

Meanwhile, Kishto, a guard disillusioned by the brutality of his comrades, defects to the cause after witnessing a brutal act of violence against a woman and child. General Leo, a former war hero haunted by guilt, secretly aids the rebellion. And Mydela, a scarred survivor and skilled assassin, takes on the city’s ultimate enemy—Canterbury, who hides a dark secret as a member of a malevolent race that seeks to subjugate the people.

As Pietalos teeters on the edge of a new era, these eight individuals must fight for justice, revenge, and redemption. But in a city where violence and betrayal lurk behind every corner, will their efforts be enough to topple the corrupt regime?

Together We Rise is a political fantasy story of revolution, vengeance, and hope, where the fate of a city rests on the courage of those willing to defy the odds and reclaim their future.

©2025 Richie Billing (P)2025 Richie Billing

A Gripping & Immersive Fantasy Novella

This was a gripping, character-driven fantasy novella that I think fans of Six of Crows (and maybe even Game of Thrones) would appreciate. We follow multiple perspectives and see how ordinary people are led to start a revolution through collective strength after enduring oppression and corruption.
The audiobook which was amazing! Robin Coppock does the narration and does a great job at making every character (even side characters) feel distinct. Overall, this was an incredibly immersive reading experience.

Perfect Tone

You can tell that this audiobook was produced on a budget, but within those limitations, it was handled thoughtfully and with care. The author did a phenomenal job choosing a narrator who fit the tone and atmosphere of the story really well. The narration felt appropriate for the world, the grit, and the emotional weight of the book, which goes a long way in an audiobook experience.

That said, this is a story that features multiple POVs, and I do think it could have benefited from at least one additional narrator. Multiple narrators can be expensive, and I completely understand why that wasn’t feasible here, but having another voice might have helped further distinguish the characters and elevate the listening experience.

Even with that in mind, this was not a bad audiobook by any means. It does a solid job delivering the story and stays true to the tone of the book. Overall, it feels like a well-executed audiobook within realistic constraints, and I’d still recommend it if you’re deciding whether or not to give the audio format a try.