Listen free for 30 days
-
The Unspoken Name
- The Serpent Gates, Book 1
- Narrated by: Avita Jay
- Length: 18 hrs and 37 mins
Failed to add items
Add to Cart failed.
Add to Wish List failed.
Remove from wish list failed.
Follow podcast failed
Unfollow podcast failed
The Unspoken Name
Buy Now for $64.66
No default payment method selected.
We are sorry. We are not allowed to sell this product with the selected payment method
Publisher's Summary
"Narrator Avita Jay manages a large cast of characters in this fantasy.... Jay captures the growing affection and trust between Csorwe and those she enlists to help her. Most importantly, Jay's narration captures Csorwe's manner and personality as she transforms from a meek priestess to a formidable character." (AudioFile Magazine)
A. K. Larkwood's The Unspoken Name is a stunning debut fantasy about a young priestess sentenced to die, who at the last minute escapes her fate; only to become an assassin for the wizard who saved her.
What if you knew how and when you will die?
Csorwe does - she will climb the mountain, enter the Shrine of the Unspoken, and gain the most honored title: sacrifice.
But on the day of her foretold death, a powerful mage offers her a new fate. Leave with him, and live. Turn away from her destiny and her god to become a thief, a spy, an assassin - the wizard's loyal sword. Topple an empire, and help him reclaim his seat of power.
But Csorwe will soon learn - gods remember, and if you live long enough, all debts come due.
A Macmillan Audio production from Tor Books
"In the vein of Le Guin's magnificent Tombs of Atuan - if Arha the Eaten One got to grow up to be a swordswoman mercenary in thrall to her dubious wizard mentor. I love this book so much." (Arkady Martine, author of A Memory Called Empire)
"Hooked me in from the first page and never let go. Fabulous, in every meaning of the word." (Jenn Lyons, author of Ruin of Kings)
What the critics say
"An unexpected and new take on classic orcs 'n' swords fantasy. Stylish, classy, and timeless - but with racing stripes and an inbuilt camera. I cannot recommend it enough." (Tamsyn Muir, author of Gideon the Ninth)
“Action-packed and emotionally engaging ... Lushly detailed with incredible worldbuilding, Larkwood's debut is a singular take on orcish fantasy, filled with fierce fighting and magic.” (Library Journal, starred review)
Featured Article: The Best Fantasy Audiobook Series
From grim worlds of gritty war and betrayal to light-hearted stories of romance, adventure, and magic, fantasy has it all. It’s the genre to listen to for a little escapism and a lot of enjoyment. And it’s one that is constantly updated with new names, new voices, and new stories to explore.
What listeners say about The Unspoken Name
Average Customer RatingsReviews - Please select the tabs below to change the source of reviews.
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- A
- 2021-04-19
This is the lesbian content I was looking for.
A beautiful love story and really unusual, interesting world, read by a fantastic narrator.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
1 person found this helpful
-
Overall4 out of 5 stars
-
Performance3 out of 5 stars
-
Story4 out of 5 stars
- Steve Nyitrai
- 2023-10-31
Enjoyable
The story was interesting, but I feel as if there were quite a few threads left dangling. I’m not sure I want to get into a series.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- H Pruder
- 2021-08-20
More please!
I loved this book and only wish that each section was expanded. There are so many worlds and characters that I wanted more information about
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- Lindsay B.
- 2020-03-29
First in a very promising series!
This book is a masterpiece of world building. Every setting was so rich and intriguing that I want to read an entire book set there! Add to that a fast-paced plot and complex, morally-grey characters, and I was hooked from beginning to end. I cannot wait to read what this author brings next!
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall3 out of 5 stars
-
Performance4 out of 5 stars
-
Story3 out of 5 stars
- Leah
- 2021-10-28
it was fine
I only finished it because it was for bookclub. it's not bad! Just not ideal for me
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall2 out of 5 stars
-
Performance1 out of 5 stars
-
Story4 out of 5 stars
- Rex. J
- 2021-07-08
hard to listen to
this book was extremely disappointing seemed like it could have been a wonderful story. but it was incredibly hard to listen to it just sounded like babble maybe save this one for reading.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall2 out of 5 stars
-
Performance2 out of 5 stars
-
Story2 out of 5 stars
- Ali
- 2021-02-12
Feels incomplete
Great concept with poor execution. It's like I'm reading a draft of the characters personalities. Their thoughts and experiences have no depth. The author skims over a significant amount of character development to get to the story, but that leave the experience quite hollow.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!