Kushiel's Scion Free Audiobook Download by Jacqueline Carey


Kushiel's Scion is a story of political intrigue and debauchery in an alternate history where Europe under the Angevin dynasty has had a rich and varied culture, that includes slavery, for centuries. It follows three main characters, Imriel de la Courcel (a nobleman who becomes the silversmith's apprentice to learn forgery), Phèdre nó Delaunay (a courtesan who becomes both a spy and an assassin), and Joscelin Verreuil (a knight of the court of Terre d'Ange).

There are many different perspectives in this story and each perspective is given to a different character. Themes of redemption and forgiveness run through the novel.

[Jacqueline Carey] presents a world of remarkable depth and complexity in her debut novel, Kushiel's Scion. The story includes worlds within worlds, and the reader is swept up into its intrigues.

One of the most talked about audiobooks by Jacqueline Carey, this story is an epic fantasy with a healthy dose of romance. It's a gripping tale that puts the human world at risk for unknown reasons and has the unlikely protagonist go on a journey to find out what caused it. The writing style is at once exciting and easy to understand, so even those who aren't used to reading audiobooks will have no problem getting lost in this one.

The story is set in modern day Earth, but the world has always been a dark place. Some can take wing and fly while others walk on the ground. In this world, in addition to the human species, there are also Imass, who are made of stone and have no need for food or water. And there are Kha'rii - demon-like beings who live for pleasure and destruction. This audiobook is narrated by Simon Vance and his performance does not disappoint.

The book is narrated by Simon Vance and he does an excellent job. The audio book is approximately 12+ hours long.

Published Date 2008-12-08
Duration 4 hours 30 minutes
Author Jacqueline Carey
Narrated Simon Vance
Reviews
(11 Reviews)
Abridged No
Is It Free? 30-days Free
Category Science Fiction & Fantasy
Parent Category Epic Fantasy

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