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Stealing Sorcery
- The War of Broken Mirrors, Book 2
- Narrated by: Nick Podehl
- Length: 16 hrs and 48 mins
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Publisher's Summary
The immortal sorcerers - three legendary figures that toppled the empire of Xixis. Each has lived for over a hundred years, leaving a powerful legacy in their wake.
But their children do not share their renowned immortality, and when the firstborn son of Edrick Theas is killed, sorceress Lydia Hastings is called to investigate the murder. When she discovers a sorcerous trail left by a creature of unfathomable power, she quickly realizes she needs outside help. And while Jonan Kestrian - a spy for a rival military power - might not be Lydia's first choice for an ally, she knows that he has the knowledge and skills that she needs.
While Lydia and Jonan trace the assassin's trail, Taelien undergoes the Trials of Unyielding Steel, a series of tests to ensure his entry into the Paladins of Tae'os. As he trains for his trials, Taelien faces his fiercest rival yet: Velas Jaldin, a former member of Orlyn's Queensguard with the power to manipulate motion at her whim. With skills far beyond those of an ordinary soldier, the former Queensguard might be the killer that Lydia seeks - or the assassin's next victim.
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- Amy Braun
- 2022-11-15
A Bit Too Much Action
This book was thrilling, though I think it suffered a little from middle book syndrome. The world building and adventure are still in high form, and the addition of a murder mystery makes for a great read.
The characters are solid and fairly distinct from one another. All the plot lines and arcs weave into each other by the end, which is explosive.
While there were plenty of action scenes, which meant the book was never dull, I didn’t find the tournament arc compelling. Usually I love them, but I find that it’s mostly padding in second books.
Still, there were some surprises and danger in the climax. The prose is still a lot of telling and explaining, but at least the magic is inventive.
I’m still intrigued enough to read the final book and know what happens. I do think this is a good pick if you’re looking for action-filled fantasy, but just be prepared for a lot of extraneous action scenes.
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- Susan
- 2023-01-26
Entertaining
Enjoyed the complexity of the spells, magic as it makes the story more interesting as well as the characters. I look forward to listening to the next addition of this series. Nick Podehl is a great narator.
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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- Stephen
- 2019-09-27
Great! But listen to Arcane Ascension Series First
Good series, very enjoyable to listen too. Nick Podehl is fantastic as always.
I will say that I'm very glad I listened to the Arcane Ascension books first.
I would definitely recommend doing them in that order.
Overall, Andrew has done a great job slowly building the whole universe of his books.
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- Jason Campbell
- 2021-04-30
Great story for hard core Gamers
As a dyslexic, I use RPG'S to help me learn to deal with my invisible handicap. Gaming taught me to utilise reading and writing comprehension, math, and even sociology.
Andrew Rowe's would is full of game mechanics when it come to magic and approaches divine and arcane arts into more of a science. with makes sence in a world that has developed magically. his character's are individuals in there own Wright. he also has a interesting political hierarchy with divine being, half good, and just plain people.
Nick Podell, I feel compliments Andrews world with a wonderful narrative. Clearly articulated and full of expressions.
Thank you all involved in putting this together for the public enjoyment.
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Overall4 out of 5 stars
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- Anonymous User
- 2022-12-27
Good series
I have enjoyed this series as a whole, this book is good just like the other ones.
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- braydon
- 2020-01-31
I need the next one, more then I need air.
amazing book with perfect pacing and fantastic performance. Andrew Rowe continues to evolve this universe in such compelling ways. I can't wait for the next one!
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- preston
- 2024-04-30
Becoming my favorite author
Each series I read I love more than the last. Can’t wait to
See how this universe continues to develop.
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- alexis
- 2019-12-22
phenomenal!
brilliant story, fantastic intrigue with characters you really come to love and identify with.
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- Nick
- 2019-11-27
Great charecter development and Background info
Suggested reading order.
Sufficiently advanced magic
On the shoulders of titans
Broken mirrors 1
Broken mirrors 2
Weapons and Weilders 1.
I say this because there is allot of charecter development and details in the Broken mirrors books and if your not invested in the characters you might give up on them. Don't get me wrong they are great books on their own but Arcane Assention books make you interested in the characters stories and histories so you want to know more about them. and this helps you understand some things and power through slow technical spots.
I'm really enjoying this author and a little sad I have to wait for new ones in all 3 series now. but that just means I'll get to listen to them all again.
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- Anonymous User
- 2022-01-26
Fantasy Masterpiece
Absolutely spellbinding from start to finish. Andrew Rowe is quickly becoming my favorite author and Nick Podehl does a fantastic job bringing the characters and world to life.
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