• Tokyo Raider

  • A Tale of the Grimnoir Chronicles
  • By: Larry Correia
  • Narrated by: Bronson Pinchot
  • Length: 1 hr and 8 mins
  • 4.6 out of 5 stars (4,194 ratings)

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Tokyo Raider

By: Larry Correia
Narrated by: Bronson Pinchot
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With the Japanese Imperium at war with the Soviet Union, and the United States watching cautiously on the sidelines, Second Lieutenant Joe Sullivan of the U.S. Marines is sent on a dangerous mission to Tokyo. The Russians have Summoned a demon of epic proportions to attack the city, and all that stands in its deadly path is an untested Japanese super-robot. Now, Joe is at the controls, his gravity-spiking Power at the ready. But that is one huge, mean Demon....

©2014 Larry Correia (P)2014 Audible Inc.

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A Few More Hours

The “Grimnoir Chronicles” continues; for a few more hours at least, and if you ever wondered what happened to some of your favorite characters, like Sally Faye, Jake Sullivan and the Iron Guard Tory, then Larry Correia’s new short story, “Tokyo Raiders,” will answer some of those questions. The story takes place about twenty years after, “Warbound,” and a giant summoned demon, which reminded me of Godzilla, attacks Japan, of course, and Joe Sullivan, the son of Jake and Origami must join forces with the Iron Guard Toru, now general of Japan to help defeat this threat. It’s a quick but exciting listen with plenty of magic and technical marvels by the “cogs;” everything you would want in a Grimnoir story.
Bronson Pinchot is terrific as the narrator; as usual.
Let’s hope there are more, and longer, stories to come.

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…..The Enemy of My Enemy is My Friend.....

Now twenty years after WARBOUND we learn, in passing, what Francis and Fae are up to. The son of Jake and Origami joins forces with the Imperium to defeat a foe that could threaten the world if not stopped on the Island. Knowing that Larry Correia is still playing in the Grimnoir world leaves hope for a follow-up novel in the future. This little teaser makes me want more.

Bronson Pinchot is top-notch as usual.

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The Grim Noir meets Pacific Rim

Jake Sullivans's son piloting a giant freaking robot aginst a giant demon in the Grim Noir universe! If you are a fan of the series that should be enough to convince you to buy the story. I usually don't like short stories but this is a good one. My only complaint is that it could have been a whole novel. I will say that while it is a stand alone novel you won't get as much out of it if you haven't read the previous books in the Grim Noir series. As usual Bronson Pinchot knocks it out of the ball park. The guy is phenomenal as a narrarator. You definitely should give this one a listen.

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Jake's & Origami's Son.

20 or so years later Jake and Origami have a son who is just like his dad. Of course this will cause him to get into trouble. So Joe goes to Tokyo to fight Godzilla in the Pacific Rim style. So while not new material Larry Correia still makes me laugh. And while I wait for more books to come out from either the Grimnoir or the Monster Hunter series, this is a nice taste to keep me wanting more. Same narrator as the other Grimnoir series and he does an awesome job.

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Absolutely great!!!

Some favorite characters and another Sullivan to boot. Grimnoir chronicles are at their best with Bronson Pinchot. Thank you

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Great Addition!!!!

Great view of how the world is 20 years after the 3rd book.. It was really enjoyable and would love if there will be more and more books... A great world and really good plots...

If you liked the series, you will love this book.

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this is not a full book, just a short stort.

It was a good story, but not long enough to be worth a full credit.

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Larry decides to write a Kaiju Story!

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Why wouldn't you recommend this book to a friend? This continues in the fantastic grimnoir world, and expands on the characters you have grown attached to.

What other book might you compare Tokyo Raider to and why?

Well if you're here you should have already read Hard Magic, Spellbound, and Warbound. If you haven't read those 3 yet, do not pass go, do not collect $200 and send yourself back to Hard Magic. If you want a recommendation outside of the Grimnoir world, I would say Fated from the Alex Verus series. The battle details are not as rich, but it's equally as funny and sarcastic.

What does Bronson Pinchot bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Bronson does a really good job of giving the characters well uniqueness. Thus I am able to tell from the tone in his voice, who is speaking without him having to do the "said Joe".

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

It was a fast paced romp through giant robot vs. giant demon lizard. A little like Pacific Rim crosses into the Grimnoir world. To say it was fun is an understatement. It was a wild romp. I can only hope Larry decides to write another full Grimnoir trilogy.

Any additional comments?

Larry? are you reading this? it was awesome. We want more.

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Excellent Grimnoir, minor quibbles

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes, provided the friend was a fan of the Grimnoir world or liked fantasy, SF, and noir. The story flies by and the performance is excellent.

What did you like best about this story?

I'm always ready for a Grimnoir story, and Pinchot's performance isn't narration, it is a one-man radio play.

What does Bronson Pinchot bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

The voices are insightful and bring depth to the characters. He's really put in the effort to create characters from the story.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Probably when the Imperium general realizes Sullivan is playing the US National Anthem through the robot and sighs "So much for dignity".

Any additional comments?

A veteran would have minor quibbles with the Marine details in the first scene on Adak. These do not detract from the story (I'm usually picky), so it's more a case of bragging rights -- "Hey, Correia, caught you!" The story doesn't have as many twists as Murder on the Orient Elite as it pretty much drives to a showdown between a giant demon and a giant robot...which is still pretty awesome when you think about it.

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No plot, just play by play battle

a fight scene is not a story. There is no plot.

Total plot is: son of prior book protagonist fights battle to help prior book bad guys.

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