Wind & Wildfire

A Mages of the Wheel Prequel

De: J.D. Evans

Narrado por: Tim Campbell, Caren Naess

He is the future sultan, a man who wields brutal magic and only knows how to be what they’ve made him. She is a commoner, a woman who champions the vulnerable and treads where she does not belong.

Dilay Akar is the daughter of a judge. By day, she trains the wealthy in magic, and by night, she breaks the Sultan’s laws. But even those closest to her do not always appreciate what she is striving for, or believe that she can achieve it.

Omar Sabri is the Sultan’s tool, flaying minds open to obtain their secrets and truths. Everyone who looks at him sees only the prince—or the monster. Even he cannot see the man beneath the power and the position.

When Omar secretly enlists Dilay’s help in controlling his magic, it sets off a chain of events that will reshape Tamar for generations to come. Dilay will have to choose between the familiar and the powerful; between people she cares for, and whether to hurt one to help many.

The Wheel turns for balance in all things, and where love springs, may also spring hate.

©2020 J.D. Evans (P)2023 Podium Audio

Pretty good

I put off reading the prequel because I already knew that they don’t really get a happily ever after, at least not for very long. But I saw a post on Reddit where everyone said that it was their favorite book in the series so I started it. And I did enjoy it a lot. It hooked me enough to keep going with the series and read the next book on KU.

Wow!

What a wonderful story! Amazing setting. Wonderfully original magic system. A forbidden romance. Excellent storytelling!

Great story and narrator!

I loved getting to learn about Naime’s parents. The narrator did another incredible job honoring the character’s personalities!

Better than expected

I wasn’t hesitant to read a prequel when I was already engrossed in the main story. That worry, however was unfounded and unnecessary. This prequel does contain tons of hints, breadcrumbs and Easter eggs for the plot of the main series. At the heart, however, is another stirring romance filled with trial and triumph as the wheel demands. J D Evans is an author of remarkable talent.

Incredible story, brilliant narration

My expectations were low for a prequel but omg this might be my favorite book in the series. The character development, the magic system, the relationship dynamics are all done so beautifully.

I read this after book 3 which was perfect.

Such a special series

This entire series has stolen my heart. The writing is so beautiful— the world created, the believable and nuanced characters, the unique system of magic…the romance. I love everything about it.

On top of that, the narration is SO well done. My favorite of any audio book I’ve listened to.

solid plot, engaging characters and spectacular writing!

loved it all. couldn't put it down. finished in one weekend. keep them coming in this series!!

Wind & Wildfire

So many twist and turns!
I must start with book 1 and do a bing read!
Well read and awesome writing!
The battle and betrayal are in the house of visers (I know that this is mis-pelled) and the Sultan and his queen.
Who ever marries the son of the sultan had better have a strong backbone!
I strongly recommend!
If I remember correctly there is a happy ever after ending!
J. D. Evans I love this series!
I think you have a new fan!

Enjoyable introduction

Enjoyable romance between Naime's parents Omar and Dilay and their bitter-sweet friendship with Berham Kadir. I loved Omar's fun personality considering the horror he had to live with. And Dilay shows us where Naime got her vision and determination. We also learn why Behram Kadir is the way he is.

Reading this prequel makes Omar's situation even more heartbreaking in Reign and Ruin.

Could not put it down

Beautiful world building. Wonderful characters dialogue and intrigue. I loved this whole series and this book was no exception