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Path of Destruction
- A Novel of the Old Republic
- Narrated by: Jonathan Davis
- Length: 12 hrs and 16 mins
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Summary
Once the Sith order teemed with followers. But their rivalries divided them in endless battles for supremacy. Until one dark lord at last united the Sith in the quest to enslave the galaxy - and exterminate the Jedi. Yet it would fall to another, far more powerful than the entire Brotherhood of Darkness, to ultimately realize the full potential of the Sith, and wield the awesome power of the dark side as never before.
Since childhood, Dessel has known only the abuse of his hateful father and the dangerous, soul-crushing labor of a cortosis miner. Deep in the tunnels of the desolate planet Apatros, endlessly excavating the rare mineral valued throughout the galaxy, Dessel dreams of the day he can escape - a day he fears may never come. But when a high-stakes card game ends in deadly violence, Dessel suddenly finds himself a wanted man.
On the run from vengeful Republic forces, Dessel vanishes into the ranks of the Sith army, and ships out to join the bloody war against the Republic and its Jedi champions. There, Dessel’s brutality, cunning, and exceptional command of the Force swiftly win him renown as a warrior. But in the eyes of his watchful masters, he is destined for a far greater role in the ultimate Sith plan for the galaxy - if he can prove himself truly worthy.
As an acolyte in the Sith academy, studying the secrets and skills of the dark side at the feet of its greatest masters, Dessel embraces his new Sith identity: Bane. However the true test is yet to come. In order to gain acceptance into the Brotherhood of Darkness one must fully surrender to the dark side through a trial by fire that Bane, for all his unquenchable fury and lust for power, may not be strong enough to endure...especially since deception, treachery, and murder run rampant among the Sith disciples, and utter ruthlessness alone is the key to survival. Only by defying the most sacred traditions, rejecting all he has been taught, and drawing upon the long-forgotten wisdom of the very first Sith can Bane hope to triumph - and forge from the ashes of that which he must destroy a new era of absolute dark power.
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- Thanaros
- 07-04-13
Book one of the Darth Bane series.
Path of destruction takes you on a journey a long ling time ago in a place far away. Before most known lore of Star wars.
It follows the life of a Sith legend and shows you his struggles to greatness. You meet a wide cast of different characters all brought to life by a great narrator, Jonathan Davis, Which really pulls you into the story that bit extra
Another thing that pulls you in and is a fantastic bonus over the books is the sound effects. Just hearing the hum on a lightsaber just adds the extra oomf to the battles.
Its a must have for any Star wars fan or just anyone into sifi.
The great story writer Drew Karpyshyn really had made this series of books a great one which will make you just want to keep listening and hope it doesn't stop.
These are a must have in any Star wars fan.
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- Swordflasher
- 24-06-20
Annoying background music over dialogue
Before the end of chapter one, it became clear that music would accompany all the action sequences. That works in action movies, but not when you are trying to hear what the narrator is saying. Shame, it looked really promising, but will return it unlistened-to.
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- Matthew H
- 08-01-20
Better than the movies
This was absolutely incredible. It is a must. Probably the best audiobook in the Star Wars series.
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- Amazon Customer
- 26-06-18
Great reading
A very good reading the voices and the pronunciation was flawless and I thoroughly enjoyed this book
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- Maria
- 16-08-18
Really dark Star Wars story. Surprisingly Great
Initially, I wasn't sure if I would enjoy this audio book, but the more I listened, the more I became hooked. Interesting characters, plot twists, intriguing lore, the book has the lot, and then some.
Also, the use of music gives certain moments an extra layer of epicness. The narrator also does a great job with the various voices, which gives real life to the story. Wish I had heard of this book series before. Loved hearing from the perspective of the Sith. Now on to the second book!
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- sebastian
- 14-10-19
amazing !
a true testament of what it means to be a Darth , dark and gloomy and violent what you expect from a Dark Lord
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- Anonymous User
- 07-10-21
Holy Shit this is good!!!
Probably my favorite SW novel so far along with Plagueis
I’ve read Dart Vader Dark Lord Rising, Plagueis, Dooku Jedi Lost, Master and Apprentice, THRAWN and I must say this one kept me locked in from start to finish.
It’s well written and the narrating is amazing. Already eager to finish the trilogy.
The production is always fantastic with the special effects and music.
Darth Bane is the ultimate Sith and this book really shows why his legacy lives on a millennia after his death.
10/10
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- Phil Barker
- 25-09-21
A Star Wars Masterpiece
I was engrossed from the first chapter! I couldn't stop listening! I found myself taking the dog out for a walk so that I could hear more! If you love the old Star Wars, the George Lucas Star Wars, you will love this book. Highly highly recommended.
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- J. Crosley
- 28-06-13
Awesome book but missing a part
Would you consider the audio edition of Path of Destruction to be better than the print version?
the book is great however is missing a part of the book?!!??
Who was your favorite character and why?
Bane. as he kicks ass
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- Amazon Customer
- 09-04-13
a must for all star wars fans
have to say I really enjoy this book its very well written and fits in well to the star wars universe.
my only gripe is with the narrator Jonathan Davis it felt a bit flat in some parts. But I have to say I normally enjoy his work in the other books he has Narrated.
Over all a great listen!
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