Brilliant Simply brilliant

Really loved this Brilliant story, following on from book 1 this book is set totally in the fairy realm, it follows Kal and Bells adventures as they enter a contest to become the Seven year King and have to complete various quests in both the Dark and Wild woods, encountering many creatures of myth and legend. This is a wonderful story full of magic and danger, struggle and friendship, treachery and intrigue and told with great style and joy. I continue to love the characters especially Bell who continues to have the best lines. Greg Patmore is a superb narrator who gives each character and unique personality and voice. If I could give this book more than 5 stars I would. I received a complimentary copy from Storyorigin and am leaving an honest voluntary review

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Really great story with amazing characters!

I love all the little quirks that the characters have, there’s such a massive variation to keep things interesting and put a smile on your face and it’s filled to the brim with action and magic.
I remember really enjoying the first book but I don’t remember much from it (I have memory issues!) and I think I would have benefitted from having my memory jogged a little more, although it’s still an amazing listen in its own right!
Greg tells this story really well. He has great pacing, character voices (Bell’s is my favourite as it really brings out her character!) and manages to portray the atmosphere and peril of situations really well!
Definitely worth a listen and I really hope there’s another soon!
This is my honest opinion on a free review copy.

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continues on...

The great story has me hooked and even at the end octhis I want more. It has me giggling at times. Belle is a master of sarcasm. can't wait to hear the next part of Cals journey.
The narrator continues his wonderful job and must be commended for excellent work.

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Unique and complicated story

I wasn't a fan of the first book in this series. I thought it lacked continuity, explanations, and world-building. (When I read it, the first book failed to indicate it was the first in a series and that there would be a continuation, so I was also frustrated by being left with a ton of questions that I didn't think would be answered.) Still, I grabbed this 2nd book, because my interest was captured by Kal, Sammie, and Bell, even if I didn't understand everything that was going on in Book I, and I really wanted to see how things concluded and if my questions would be answered.

The second book is better than the first IMO. I was still confused sometimes, but at least now I know there is more to come, so I'm not so frustrated. One thing I will say is that the scenic imagery is spectacular; it made me feel like I could see places in my mind. I always appreciate that. Kal continues to struggle with himself and who he is, and he faces numerous trials and challenges. Bell continues to get Kal into trouble, but she helps get him back out as well, and she seemed nicer and less selfish in this book. They seem to be on the same team more than in Book I. There are dark times in this read, but enough snark and humor to keep it from being too heavy. Overall, this is a unique and complicated world, and I really encourage reading both the first and second books together so you have a better picture.

The narration for the audiobook is fantastic! So many great voices. Excellent pacing and delivery. Great expression of emotion.

I received a free copy of this audiobook and am voluntarily leaving this honest review.

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Non-stop action from start to finish!

The world building is fantastic in this series! The description of the beings and the Otherworld is, indeed, very detailed. The lead character finds himself in precarious situations at every turn and wonders why. As he learns the startling truth, it explains so very many of the why's. A fascinating read as well as an inspiration to keep moving forward no matter how grim things appear to be - a lesson the entire world seems to be learning in real life right now.
Fantastic narration! The narrator has mad skills!

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