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Lasher
- Narrated by: Kate Reading
- Length: 28 hrs and 30 mins
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Summary
From the day her first Vampire Chronicle was published, critics and readers - readers by the hundreds of thousands - have been mesmerized by the writings of Anne Rice. And with the publication of The Witching Hour, she created for us yet another world and legend, and both the chorus of praise and the multitudes of her readers and listeners once more increased.
Now, Anne Rice brings us again - even more magically - into the midst of the dynasty of witches she introduced in The Witching Hour.
At the center: the brilliant an beautiful Rowan Mayfair, queen of the coven, and Lasher, the darkly compelling demon whom she finds irresistible and from whose evil spell and vision she must now flee. She takes with her their terrifying and exquisite child, one of "a brood of children born knowing, able to stand and talk on the first day".
Rowan's attempt to escape Lasher and his pursuit of her and their child are at the heart of this extraordinary saga. It is a novel that moves around the globe, backward and forward through time, and between the human and demonic worlds. Its many voices - of women, of men, of demons and angels, present and past - haunt and enchant us. With a dreamlike power, the novel draws us through twilight paths, telling a chillingly hypnotic story of occult and spiritual aspirations and passion.
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- Ulrike Töpfer
- 25-02-22
Long but entertaining
The second of the Mayfair books.
A bit long especially when stories back in time are told.
But the characters are as always with Anne Rices novels, great fun to get to know
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- Andy A
- 28-11-23
A fitting sequel.
Best to view this as an extension of the first book rather than a book on its own. I have seen other reviews criticise the character development in this compared to book 1 but I find that unfair ~ if it was one enormous book it would sit perfectly. I enjoyed this directly after book 1 and how I would recommend it. Now for Taltos! Book 3!
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- Robert James
- 13-06-22
It continues as good.
Another stunning story by Anne Rice read perfectly by Kate Reading. Diving into Taltos now.
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- Luna
- 07-04-21
not as good as the first book
I absolutely loved the first book, one of my favourite books of all time. this one was not as strong. for me, I fell completely out of love with Michael. I found in many parts the story dragged significantly and having finished the book now, I can only presume many things that were drawn out were done so to be relevant to the third book, as they really could have been omitted from this book. i am pleased to have listened to it as I enjoy the story and Rice's imagination. hopefully the third ties these things off which seemed irrelevant to this particular book.
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- jennifer
- 24-05-16
Beautifully written, beautifully read,
Where does Lasher rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?
Impossible to rank a book that is part of such a unique story. Is is tantalising and haunting from beginning to end.
What was one of the most memorable moments of Lasher?
I would have to say Rowan's plight when he held her captive, his treatment of her was so horrific and yet his needs, his yearning,his isolation tugged at my heart strings.
Which scene did you most enjoy?
I really enjoyed getting to know Uri, a relatively uncomplicated storyline which allows one to catch a breath from the dizzying plots,twists and turns of the Mayfair clan.
I also found the character of Emaleth captivating.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
Well that would have been impossible as the book is so long but I did my best, listening to it on my phone whilst cooking, cleaning, gardening and cutting the hedges....
Any additional comments?
As just about to embark on the journey of Taltos .
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- Sonia Blackledge
- 04-06-23
Just as freaky as the previous book’s ending
I was so freaked out all the way through but Rice’s writing compelled me to keep listening. Good grief what a rollercoaster.
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- mary corner
- 16-02-19
Fantastic
I loved the first book , double loved the second, magical wonderful! Well done Anne x
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- kevin dawson
- 27-10-19
mesmerising
dark mysterious utterly bewitching consistently brilliant loved every second i can't recommend this series enough
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- Deedar
- 13-03-16
Great 2nd Book. I really enjoyed this second book.
I really enjoyed this second book. It leaves me wanting to read Taltus, next book. Anne Rice is a very imaginative author, and leaves you thinking maybe all is not what it seems to be!
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- Leanne M.
- 10-06-18
Must buy its incredible ive gone from the 1st
Straight to the second and now aboit to start the 3rd i rarely do this i like to mix things up so this is quit an incredible story
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