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The Fifth Horseman

By: Jon Smith
Narrated by: Emma Mitch
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The Fifth Horseman is a darkly comic tale of two thirty-somethings caught between our world and the afterlife, who must embrace their role as reapers to prevent the End Times.

Death is just a day job you can’t quit…Emma and Mark had a bad day. The worst part of it was dying. But, according to Death, the Rider on the Pale Horse and first horseman of the apocalypse, things aren’t that simple. Turns out the sand in their hourglass is stuck in place. Somewhere between life and death, they’re put to work as Death’s assistants, reaping the souls of the living until it’s time for their final clock out…To compound matters, despite their omnipotence, the four horsemen are facing an existential threat – one they’re ill-equipped and ill-prepared to combat.

Emma and Mark must reap like their afterlives depend on it, to help prevent the End Times – even if it means scuppering the one opportunity they have at being granted a second chance at life.

Filled with humour, romantic tension, and suspense, Jon Smith utilises a witty, lightly sarcastic ensemble of flawed but loveable characters. It will appeal to mainstream fantasy listeners and hopeless romantics, as well as those who enjoy a good story and a good laugh.

©2023 Jon Smith (P)2025 Jon Smith Fantasy Humorous Witty Reaper
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Thoroughly enjoyed this one. A great storyline brilliantly narrated. Emma’s voice really brought it to life and I couldn’t wait for the next chapter.

Had me hooked from the start

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This was absolutely captivating - the story and characters were already compelling, but the narration elevated everything to another level. The narrator’s performance was phenomenal; she brought each character to life with such nuance and emotion that it felt like an entire cast rather than one person.

Can’t wait to hear more from this duo!

Thoroughly enjoyed this - 10/10!

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Really enjoyed this and the narration just brought everything to life! 10/10 ❤️ can’t wait to hear more from Jon and Emma!

Amazing storytelling

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