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Baptism of Fire

The Witcher, Book 3

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Baptism of Fire

By: Andrzej Sapkowski, David French - translator
Narrated by: Peter Kenny
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Geralt of Rivia is on a mission to save his ward, Ciri, and with her the world, in this third novel in the bestselling Witcher series that inspired the blockbuster video games and the fourth season of the hit Netflix show.

The Wizards Guild has been shattered by a coup and, in the uproar, Geralt was seriously injured. The Witcher is supposed to be a guardian of the innocent, a protector of those in need, a defender against powerful and dangerous monsters that prey on men in dark times.

But now that dark times have fallen upon the world, Geralt is helpless until he has recovered from his injuries.

While war rages across all of the lands, the future of magic is under threat and those sorcerers who survive are determined to protect it. It's an impossible situation in which to find one girl - Ciri, the heiress to the throne of Cintra, has vanished - until a rumour places her in the Niflgaard court, preparing to marry the Emperor.

Injured or not, Geralt has a rescue mission on his hands.

Translated by David French.©1996 Andrzej Sapkowski (P)2027 Orion Publishing Group Limited Dark Fantasy Dragons & Mythical Creatures Epic Epic Fantasy Fantasy Fiction Magic Magic Users Video Game
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Critic reviews

Like a complicated magic spell, a Sapkowski novel is a hodge podge of fantasy, intellectual discourse, and dry humour. Recommended
Geralt is one of the great characters in all of fantasy. Whether you're coming from the games, TV show, or are simply new to the Witcher universe - these books are absolutely worth the read
This is a series you can sink your teeth into
Like Mieville and Gaiman, [Sapkowski] takes the old and makes it new . . . [a] fresh take on genre fantasy
Delightful, intense, irreverent, and compelling . . . you have to read The Witcher books because they are rife with all of the elements that make you love fiction, and especially fantasy, in the first place . . . In a word, The Witcher delivers
One of the best and most interesting fantasy series I've ever read
All stars
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As a fan of the games I have been mesmerised by the unravelling lore and mystery of the books. You won't need to know anything of the games or the Netflix series to find yourself enchanted by the adventures of The Witcher.

The narrator's mastery of voices, songs and Elvan pronunciation make for a truly immersive experience. Mystery, adventure, twists and swashbuckling action will keep you engrossed and wanting more. My favourite part was when he intrepid band of misfits discover the dark nature of one of their own trusted companions.

If you like fantasy/adventure and all delivered by an as yet unrivalled performance then this is for you.

A compelling and enthralling listen.

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Peter Kenny is such an incredible story teller! Well read and engaging! I have thoroughly enjoyed listening to the series .

Listening to the following book straight away!

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Book 3 is the best of the series so far, the story moves on well and the naration is very engaging. Good length too.

Excellent performance

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So the book began setting the scene a bit boring in parts but new characters introduced. at the end of the book I still wanted more but uad been gratified by the end 😀

Absolutely awesome - so much better insight.

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In this book the author starts to describe the same facial expressions to the point that it becomes repetitive during long dialogue. However the story as a whole is the best dark fantasy I have ever come across. Regardless of the games these are worth a read.

Too many pursed lips.

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