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Paths of Alir
- A Pattern of Shadow and Light, Book 3
- Narrated by: Nick Podehl
- Length: 34 hrs and 44 mins
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Summary
Powerful beings from the fringes of Chaos have come to the realm of Alorin. Fate bends to their will, and their will is set upon Alorin's destruction. Alone in understanding the threat they pose, Alorin's Fifth Vestal, Björn val Gelderan, has launched a desperate plan to stop them: a "great game" played upon the tapestry of mortal life. Now, in Paths of Alir, Björn's Players have taken the field.
Along the lush Caladrian coast of Agasan, the truthreader Tanis d'Giverny returns to the place of his birth and finds mysterious and wonderful workings waiting for him. But the zanthyr Phaedor warns Tanis that ominous events lie ahead, and the lad soon wonders if even his mother's magical lessons will be enough to keep him alive.
In the dungeons of Tal'Shira, held prisoner by the Adept Inquisitor Taliah hal'Jaitar, Prince Trell val Lorian is facing a life of enslavement. Only two paths lie open before him: one means an eternity of torture fighting Taliah's attempts to break him; the other requires surrendering to her will. But can he really sacrifice everything he is to walk Taliah's path of twisted magic known as mor'alir?
In the snow-bound Castle of Tyr'kharta, Prince Ean val Lorian must choose to save his brother Sebastian or his loyal men. But to choose his men means leaving Sebastian to an eternity of enslavement; while rescuing Sebastian means abandoning his friends, and his honor along with them. Either decision will test Ean's newfound skills, as well as his conviction, for as the prince soon learns, once a man becomes a Player in the First Lord's game, not even death can give reprieve.
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- Lulu
- 25-10-16
Serves as a Long but Necessary Interlude
Firstly this series is fantastic and mesmerising- you'll want to see it through not only because you'll have invested so many hours reading it, but also and mainly because the story just keeps building up with intrigue, mystery and complexity, leaving you desperate to see the culmination of the plans and plots and, especially what seems will be the most epic battle in the history of sci-fi!! It's like Game of Thrones but thankfully and hopefully, unlike GOT, we will be rewarded with an end!
This, Book 3, unfortunately contains very graphic details of rape and torture (something for which I'd liked to have been forewarned). It'd would have been nice if the voluntary acts of lovemaking were given equal and more erotic description but alas, the author obviously has a greater appreciation of the perverse.
Also, this Book, though containing a lot of action, is really that part of the series where we really get to know the key players in the game, their history and see their key moments of character development. It therefore becomes very obvious from the start as you oscillate between boredom and ordinary interest, that this is not the final book, and that given the pace and building complexity of the story, neither will the next book bring forth the end that we so anxiously seek.
Another disappointing aspect of this particular book is that at many points the story becomes predictable.
But I've been too harsh in my analysis, compelled by the much better quality of story in the previous books 1 and 2. I have no doubt that Book 3 is integral to the understanding of the story as a whole; this book forms that necessary interlude one needs to gain understanding and preparation for rest of the story as it builds towards its conclusion.
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- Ross Phillips
- 18-05-19
Brilliant but triggering
This really is a great book, and the author has done a brilliant job creating every aspect of it. But I think it's worth noting that if you have experiences of abuse it can be hard to listen to at times. It doesn't take away from the joy of the story, but it's something to prepare for.
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- Anonymous User
- 03-06-19
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This series is a roller coaster of emotions .I love it and became deeply addicted to the authors imagination and in depth philosophy. A beautiful and magical experience .
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- Andyg
- 11-01-17
another great book
anther great boil only disappointed I cannot start the next book in the series straight away.
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- ben
- 17-10-18
fantastic as always
one of the best series I have listened too, anyone who loves fantasy will love this series of books
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- ABDS
- 27-07-22
Entertaining, excellent complex story
Very enjoyable story. It is well narrated with a good complex story line and well developed characters and plot.
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- Chris
- 03-02-17
An exceptional book
Paths of Alir has become one of my favourite audiobooks. The series "A pattern of shadow and light" lures you in with Cephrael's hand, and once you are familiar with the characters it becomes addictive to find out how each character's path interacts with others.
The imagination that Melissa conveys is magnificent. The descriptions are full and vivid but easy to envisage. For me this was the best of the series so far, primarily because the adepts explore their powers a little more.
I can't write a review that gives this book and Melissa's world enough credit.
Nick Podehl's performance was yet again flawless. Can't wait for the next one to be released in February!
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- chris
- 28-10-16
Awsom loved every minute
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I love this series never a a dull moment if you love fantasy you'll love these books the narrator is superb
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- Nik
- 07-03-17
great
very entertaining and enjoyable. looking forward to continuing the series and seeing what happens next
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- Andrew
- 22-05-18
Loving this series.
A really engaging story that pulls you into its world, the characters and their adventures therein.
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