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The Well of Shades

Bridei Chronicles, Book 3

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The Well of Shades

By: Juliet Marillier
Narrated by: Michael Page
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Juliet Marillier continues the epic fantasy begun with The Dark Mirror, which Interzone called: "A fascinating evocation of life in Pictish England and an emotional roller coaster of a story." King Bridei is a man with a mission. His wish to unite his kingdom seems almost within his grasp but there are forces working to undo his dream. He sends Faolan, his most trusted advisor (who is also a master assassin and spymaster) out into the world to ferret out the truth of who is friend and who is foe. Along the way Faolan will uncover many truths. Some may hold the key to Bridei's future. But more important, they may unlock the secrets that Faolan has held deep within his soul for decades. And offer him the chance of redemption.

©2006 Juliet Marillier (P)2013 Audible, Inc. Epic Epic Fantasy Fantasy Fiction Historical Royalty
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JM books never fail.. always a great read, or listen in this case!! moving on to her next!!

never fails!!

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Still not in love with the narrator's interpretation of people's voices (Faolan sounds like he's 70) but this story is great!

So much better than 1 and 2!

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the whole series is absolutely brilliant! after reading her other series I didn't think anything got top seven waters but this is just as good in its own right

amazing

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i am so grateful for this story and heartbroken now its ended. it felt like coming home. This is one of my favourite periods and geographical locations in history and it was awesome for these well known historical figures to come to life. my ancestors were probably part of the k8ngdoms of Fortriu and Dalriada and I've felt a strong connection to them while listening to this. At the same time the story was in many ways similar to versions of King Arthur and it was fun to imagine that if Arthur ever existed, it mustve been culturally quite similar being of the same era and Brythonic culture. very sad irs ended, I will miss Faolan the most!!!!

arthuresque

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Would you listen to The Well of Shades again? Why?

Yes because it has been a great set of books.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Twaller (may be spelt wrong) She is a strong character who is a key person in these books.

What does Michael Page bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you had only read the book?

The voices, peoples characters

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

yes but life goes on...

Brilliant end to this set of books

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