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The Hammer and the Blade
- A Tale of Egil and Nix
- Narrated by: Nick Podehl
- Length: 10 hrs and 39 mins
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Summary
So here’s the plan: Kill the demon, steal the treasure, and retire to a life of luxury!
It sounds easy when put like that. However, most unfortunately for warrior-priest Egil and sneak thief Nix, when the demon they kill turns out to have worshippers in high places, retirement is not an option.
A wonderfully fast-paced fantasy adventure redolent of the classic tales of swords and sorcery, from New York Times best-selling author Paul S. Kemp.
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- Amazon Customer
- 16-05-22
Better than it first seemed
Despite being a little put off by some misogynistic language early on, typical of some early sword and sorcery fiction, I was delighted to realise later that this was part of a character arch and a theme of the story, which, in fact, was a brilliant comment on abuse and gender, especially within the genre.
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- Sammyjade90
- 10-04-20
Great story and great narrator!
This is the first audiobook that I’ve tried and Nick Podehl’s variety of voices for the characters helped bring this fantastic story to life.
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- Adnan
- 21-07-12
4 stars standard sword and sorcery fantasy
Since 'The Lies of Locke Lamora', I can not seem to pass any fantasy book with thieves and promise of humor. This book however is not of a caliber of 'The Lies..'. It is pretty much a standard fantasy book about two thieves who also are little bit of magician and priest (go figure). Use of magic openly used to gain more power magical powers by the main bad guy making this book pretty much standard.
Characters are flushed out to an extent, but I am not too sure if world building is as good. There is humor in the book as well, but it will not make the reader uncontrollably laugh while driving.
There are couple of interesting points in the book. The pact with the devil is of unique kind I thought. Also, end has a bit of a surprise as well. Depending on your perspective, it could be a one of the more satisfying endings.
Another good reason to pick this book up would be the narrator. I am having 'King Killer Chronicles' withdrawals and listening to Nick Podehl helps : ) Needless to say that narration is very good and entertaining.
In conclusion, it is light standard fantasy book with good narration. I would recommend this book for times when we are waiting for high caliber books to arrive.
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18 people found this helpful
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- Dave
- 16-07-12
Just Plain Brilliant
What made the experience of listening to The Hammer and the Blade the most enjoyable?
I downloaded this on a whim, and then was thrilled when I realised the narrator was Nick Podehl who lent his voice to Patrick Rothfus' last two books.
The story itself is rollicking and downright fun. It is witty, adventurous and the characters are incredibly well drawn.
well worth a listen, I cant wait for more standalone work from Paul.S.Kemp.
Who was your favorite character and why?
Edgel - his wonderful dry and somewhat conflicted nature.
Have you listened to any of Nick Podehl’s other performances before? How does this one compare?
Yes, brilliant as always.
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7 people found this helpful
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- F3EN
- 31-05-14
Karma she is a Witch
Who was your favorite character and why?
Nix and Egil. They crack me up. Their like brothers. Always busting each others balls. Laughed out load alot.
Which scene was your favorite?
All of this story was very good at keeping me engaged. The scene that really got me was the last scene. Justice was served.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
This story did have me hooked. I listen in 2 listens. I think Nick Podehl had Alot to do with that. Every Nick Podehl story I've listen to has been Awsome. Even the ones not highly rated. He seems to pull it off.
Any additional comments?
This was surprisingly good.It did not BLOW my mind, but very entertaining.Check it out .You will enjoy it.
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6 people found this helpful
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- Joshua
- 27-11-13
Perfect Sword and Sorcery
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
This is the perfect book. Not too complex but easily gripping. Just clean fun.
What other book might you compare The Hammer and the Blade to and why?
A Conan story written by a modern author.
Which scene was your favorite?
The very firs scene!
Any additional comments?
I have been looking for a a book for several months. It reminds me why I fell in Love with the genre.
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- Jacob
- 02-02-13
Awesome!
Lots of action. Great story and the characters are really funny. Was laughing out loud throughout the story and a great ending. Will have you looking and waiting for a sequel.
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- john
- 19-08-12
COULD NOT FINISH
I COULD NOT FINISH THIS BOOK. I TRIED, ALMOST GOT TO THE END, BUT I JUST GAVE UP. IT WAS BORING.
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- Eugene Plum
- 12-07-22
Another outstanding Adventure
If you're looking for a Great adventure with a couple of wonderful characters and a unique plot this is your story don't hesitate, even if you only enjoyed half as much as I did you want to listen to it twice!
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- Anonymous User
- 23-12-19
Couldn't stop listening
Fast moving action paired with non stop banter. Found myself laughing out loud several times. Can't wait for more books of this duo to come out.
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- Dnaiel
- 02-01-23
Loved this boom
This is my first time listening to the series after I have read it. I love these books and the narrator does an amazing job bringing Egil and Mix to life. Definitely getting the other books on here.
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- El
- 08-11-21
Adventure
Not sure if it was my headphone or the audio file but it kept skipping in places.
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