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An Alex Verus Novel

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By: Benedict Jacka
Narrated by: Gildart Jackson
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Welcome to Fountain Reach. Ancient seat of the Aubuchon dynasty. Majestic setting of the White Stone tournament.

Alex Verus' (not necessarily reliable) reputation attracts all sorts. Most are plain bonkers. Yet there's one invitation he just can't refuse.

At Fountain Reach, Alex is perfectly placed among the noted and notorious to figure out why apprentices have been vanishing. But the tournament is a minefield of ancient grudges and new threats, and Alex can't afford to miss a trick as his elusive adversary stays one step ahead in this most dangerous of games.

©2012 Benedict Jacka (P)2014 Tantor Fantasy Horror Science Fiction
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Once on book three I'd have hoped there'd be less back story explaining. Don't think I'll bother with the next one.

Good story but a bit annoying

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on form and kept me reading with eagerness. content was enthralling and strong. great read and now onto next one...

Great thrilling adventure

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I read a lot of fantasy and magic novels, so am used to an author using a whole novel to introduce new characters or to set the scene for a more complex narrative to come. This book somehow felt less substantial than other stories; or perhaps I just saw the plot twists coming from too far away. I am being very very picky here, and will still get the next book in the sequence.

Felt like a plot filler/bridge for the next book.

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Probably due to the new characters that give the world more substance this is the best book of the series so far in my opinion.
The reader is good although he still makes the protagonist sound way older than he is (it probably cannot be helped).

The best of the series so far

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Excellent characters, enjoyable stories and this is a great example. The narration is perfectly suited to the type and style of book as well. Am alreadt recommending this series to others.

Am loving this series of book

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