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Hexed

By: Kevin Hearne
Narrated by: Christopher Ragland
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Summary

Atticus O'Sullivan, last of the Druids, doesn't care much for witches. Still, he's about to make nice with the local coven by signing a mutually beneficial nonaggression treaty - when suddenly the witch population in modern-day Tempe, Arizona, quadruples overnight. And the new girls are not just bad, they're badasses with a dark history on the German side of World War II.

With a fallen angel feasting on local high school students, a horde of Bacchants blowing in from Vegas with their special brand of deadly decadence and a dangerously sexy Celtic goddess of fire vying for his attention, Atticus is having trouble scheduling the witch hunt. But aided by his magical sword, his neighbor's rocket-propelled grenade launcher, and his vampire attorney, Atticus is ready to sweep the town and show the witchy women they picked the wrong Druid to hex.

This is book two of the Iron Druid Chronicles. If you would like to hear more, you'll find the first chapter of book three at the end of this recording.

©2011 Kevin Hearne (P)2013 Hachette Audio

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" Hexed is an excellent sophomore effort by Kevin Hearne who is quickly becoming one of my favorite authors. In short, I highly recommend picking up the Iron Druid Chronicles, which just might make you forget about other urban fantasy novels..." ( Fantasy Book Critic)

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A light-hearted and enjoyable listen


Story – 4/5

It has been a while since I listened to the first Iron Druid audiobook, and I am not really sure why – it is a very fun series. As the headline says, a very light-hearted and enjoyable listen. The lightness does mean that you never worry for the characters during battles, which is potentially enhanced further by the narration style, but that is fine - as the world and characters are rich with background and humour.

As far as urban fantasy goes, I think Butcher’s Dresden Files beats this due to having more depth, seriousness when it needs it, and I think the wit is a lot sharper. If however you are looking for a good, lighter alternative having already listened to Dresden, then I would recommend this.


Performance – 4/5

Christopher Ragland overall did a very good job. There were a few questionable accents when they were non-American, but it was infrequent and didn’t detract from my enjoyment. His characters each have their own voice, making them immediately recognisable, and he enhanced the light-hearted nature and humour very well. You might argue that he does the latter part too much though, as there was never really a sense of danger in the big battle at the end for atticus, but I think 4 stars is a fair rating for him.


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The best group of books since Game of Thrones

What did you like most about Hexed?

I love these books, I've tried many chronicle books since I finished Game of Thrones, but haven't found anything!! These books are amazing and can get you very hooked. Strong characters, excellent names wonderful action!!

What other book might you compare Hexed to, and why?

Lord of the Rings meets World of Warcraft

What about Christopher Ragland’s performance did you like?

Christopher is animated, excellent with different voices and reads perfectly!!

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love it

I find the information and details in this book fascinating and can't wait to hear more

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Hexed

Just as good as any of tolkien books on middle earth. Difference being this is more believable

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Really entertaining

This is another really fascinating story from mr. Hearne. I would, without take any story or line out of the book, recommend this.
Thanks to Christopher for his vivid enthusiasm in making this audiobook, and for making my time off so entertaining!

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Not bad, not great.

A fun story, but I got a bit fed up hearing about the numerous ladies the protagonist finds sexually attractive and why. The narrator lost me during the action scenes. He reads them the same as he reads all other scenes, with no sense of urgency or excitement, and I found myself switching off.

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light hearted fantasy

Enjoyable escapism. Well read and gripping. I love the banter with the dog. Learnt a lot about different pantheons of God's, Irish, Norse and eastern religion.

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awesome!

love it, love it, love it! Kevin Hearne is a genius! On to the next one!

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Love this

This is an old favourite. I love the reader’s characterisations. I also love the fantasy world this is set in. Can’t fault it!

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Book 2 just as great as book 1

If you enjoyed the first book then definitely carry on. This series only seems to get better.

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