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  • A Pattern of Shadow and Light, Book 4
  • By: Melissa McPhail
  • Narrated by: Nick Podehl
  • Length: 42 hrs and 12 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (355 ratings)
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Kingdom Blades

By: Melissa McPhail
Narrated by: Nick Podehl
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Summary

"You cannot sculpt a piece into a Player. A Player must mold himself out of fortitude and conviction." (Bjorn van Gelderan)

After the events the first three books in Melissa McPhail's award-winning epic fantasy series, A Pattern of Shadow and Light, the realm of Alorin remains unbalanced. The Fifth Vestal, Bjorn van Gelderan, has cast his Players on the field. Now they must hold their positions against Malorin'athgul as well as their immortal allies.

In Kandori...Prince Ean val Lorian is bound to Bjorn van Gelderan's game and to his sister Isabel, but Ean would rather be free of both of them. Yet he fears the game won't let him - nor will the man he used to be. Chained by guilt on one side and duty on the other, Ean chases memories through three kingdoms in an attempt to become a Player on his own terms.

In Hallovia...Tanis of Adonnai has discovered his true identity and his nature as an Adept of four strands. He's bound himself to the Malorin'athgul Pelas and in turn bound Pelas to his uncle Bjorn van Gelderan's game. But will Pelas' ability to bend Fate to his will be enough to oppose the intentions of his brothers, Darshan and Shail? And will Pelas be able to keep Tanis safe from the immortal Warlock Sinarr, who vowed to go to any lengths to make Tanis his concubine?

At the First Lord's sa'reyth...Prince Trell val Lorian has been rescued from the island of Darroyhan and the mor'alir Adept Taliah hal'Jaitar and is recovering at the First Lord's sanctuary. But while Trell is enjoying an overdue reunion with his betrothed, Alyneri, he suspects he cannot long remain off the field. If the game doesn't summon him back, his conscience will, for he owes his life to too many others. Primary among these is the Water Goddess Naiadithine. Trell can't help but wonder what the goddess will require of him in return for Her many graces...and if it will be a price he's willing to pay.

As Bjorn's game intensifies and wars escalate, those serving the Fifth Vestal must mold themselves into more than mere Players. They must become his Kingdom Blades.

©2016 Melissa McPhail (P)2017 Podium Publishing

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This series just get better and better

Would you listen to Kingdom Blades again? Why?

Yes, because the story is detailed and the narration is awesome. I have actually re-listened to Book 1,2,3 while waiting for book 4. I will most likely re-listen to all 4 books before book 5 comes out.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Kingdom Blades?

The way enemies become friends and the paths to forgiveness for characters. Also the vastness of the warlocks existence....

What does Nick Podehl bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you had only read the book?

Nick brings colour and so much personality to the characters. Truly fantastic.

If you made a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

Magnificent epic.

Any additional comments?

When the next book coming out? i can't wait.

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The best yet

Loved this story, was so sad to hear about the death of the author, RIP, thank you for this series.

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Possibly one of the best fantasy stories I've read

This was brilliant, sometimes I thought the story was slowing down then it would pick up on another tale. If you like ultimate fantasy with every magical being then this is the book. I really hope to see this picked up by Netflix or amazon and made it to a series with all the money through in at it.

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amazing fiction but some cringeworthy love stuff

It felt like multiple people wrote this..seriously dreadful cloying live scenes. all the same. all perfect in every way. love Pelis and his 'little theif" best, love Pelis's soft voice and accent best but why does he sound like a farmers boy when he was raised in a palace? we could also so with some normal people and a average looking ..that would be great. The narration exceptional.. even Tanis' because his perky cheekiness was well represented.

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No Good Deed Goes Unpunished

The players have now been cast onto the field and they will need all of their fortutide to meet what is coming.

Ean Binds himself to Isabel and Bjorn van Gelderan, which he will question the wisdom of. He also struggles with the man he is with the man he used to be. He will have to resolve this conflict before being able to accept his roll and enter as a player?

Isabel sacrifices herself to save Ean in a way he will not readily forgive her for.

Tanis has now learned who he is and binds himself with Pelas, Sinarr and Phaedor.

Trell is rescued from Darroyham, but there is a cost for one of those who rescues him.

Alyneri grows as a person and will finally gain what she has longed for.

As the game progresse and intensifies the players will have to dig deep within themselves to endure and overcome what awaits all of them if they are to triumph against those who would split their world in two.

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Boom Boom Boom

Another fantastic book full of surprises can't wait for the next one to take control of my life.

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Amazing performance by a narrator

The brilliant story.
I listened to all books about 3 times now.
But what make it even more interesting and pleasant in an amazing performance by a narrator.

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a brilliant story

This is such a world building story and full of wondrous detail, I greatly recommend this read!

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another great book

Brilliantly done. Another great book...literally cannot wait for the next book. I absolutely love the characters and the plot- I cried and laughed ...It was a bit hard to get into this series at first but once your in your in. I'm off to listen from the start !

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Awesome

This is a fantastic world that Melissa has created,masterfully character driven with some really unique characters, the story is layered with history secrets & legend, at times you will laugh out loud be sad and angry , it is a must read for fantasy lovers I would say aimed at mature young adults & adults, this is definitely not just another fantasy novel it is truly up at the top with the best fantasy world creators , Fiest Sanderson , but to name a few , listen read just do it you will not be disappointed, as for Nick Podehl a fantastic Job bringing these great characters to life , beautifully read .

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