Listen free for 30 days
-
The Severed Realm
- The Riven Gates, Book 2
- Narrated by: Alex Wyndham
- Series: The Riven Gates, Book 2
- Length: 11 hrs and 34 mins
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Categories: Science Fiction & Fantasy, Fantasy
Add to basket failed.
Add to wishlist failed.
Remove from wishlist failed.
Follow podcast failed
Unfollow podcast failed
Listen with a free trial
Buy Now for £27.49
No valid payment method on file.
We are sorry. We are not allowed to sell this product with the selected payment method
Listeners also enjoyed...
-
Transcendence and Rebellion
- By: Michael G. Manning
- Narrated by: Alex Wyndham
- Length: 13 hrs and 34 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
The world is on the cusp of destruction as Mordecai’s power grows beyond the limits of his own control, yet most of the powers that rule the world are oblivious. The only hope of salvaging their civilization lies with his children, but they have been scattered and branded outlaws. Meanwhile Tyrion continues to march toward his own goals, heedless of whether they will help or harm their efforts to stop the apocalypse, as even the Queen begins to doubt the archmage’s sanity.
-
-
Awesome end to the series
- By Mr Shaun Parker on 12-07-21
-
Thornbear
- Champions of the Dawning Dragons, Book 1
- By: Michael G. Manning
- Narrated by: Derek Perkins
- Length: 11 hrs and 41 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Gram lives in the long shadow cast by his father, the latehero, Dorian Thornbear. Struggling to find his place in a world where politics and wizardry appear to have replaced the need for men of might and main, he must make his own mark. Trapped within the seemingly safe confines of Castle Cameron, Gram faces both love and tragedy. His choices will define not only himself, but serve to remind others of his family's legacy, and the reason only a fool threatens those a Thornbear protects.
-
-
Can't wait for the next book
- By Steve on 22-06-17
-
The Mountains Rise
- Embers of Illeniel, Book 1
- By: Michael G. Manning
- Narrated by: Alex Wyndham
- Length: 13 hrs and 3 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
**See author's note on adult content below.** From the dark depths of the past, comes the tale of the first wizard of Illeniel. Daniel Tennick lived simply, a young shepherd with few troubles and little to occupy his mind, until the warden appeared. Daniel's power awakens, and he finds himself hunted by the servants of the cruel and uncaring forest gods. Trapped by his gift, Daniel will uncover the secrets of the deep woods and those who live there, a civilization created from the grave of an older one.
-
-
Been a long time
- By John on 03-10-15
-
The Choice of Magic
- Art of the Adept, Book 1
- By: Michael G. Manning
- Narrated by: Tim Gerard Reynolds
- Length: 20 hrs and 42 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
The ancient magic of wizards was anything but dark. It was the enlightenment that lifted humanity from the squalor of superstition, and the worship of fell spirits and capricious gods, but those days are gone. The shining glory of the sorcerers burned away the subtlety of wisdom, replacing it with easy power, held only in the hands of the elite - a new age built upon the elemental supremacy of aristocrats and the ignorance of the masses.
-
-
Problematic in one major way
- By Anonymous User on 11-05-21
-
Thomas
- By: Michael G. Manning
- Narrated by: Alex Wyndham
- Length: 6 hrs and 20 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Thomas was no one, an orphan with no past and no memories of his early life. The only clue lies in the strange birthmark on his chest, a mark that may or may not reveal his origin, but will certainly guide him to his destiny. Growing to manhood he will become a man of consequence and influence, yet the greatest gift he has to offer his people lies not in his power, but in his wisdom. As he strives to reach his potential he will face obstacles great and small and he will discover that some foes are too strong to defeat with power alone.
-
-
Narration detracts from the story
- By Sheila Sanderson on 01-08-21
-
The Viking's Chosen
- By: Quinn Loftis
- Narrated by: Chris Ciulla, Andrea Emmes
- Length: 9 hrs and 30 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
His orders are clear: launch a raid against England and bring home the spoils of war. But the prophecy is also clear: General Torben will take a foreign bride - one who is a seer and healer just like his mother. The eldest princess of England is said to be just that...a beautiful, charming, and headstrong woman. But he's a Viking army general, and she's an English princess - and one who is already promised to the king of Tara.
-
Transcendence and Rebellion
- By: Michael G. Manning
- Narrated by: Alex Wyndham
- Length: 13 hrs and 34 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
The world is on the cusp of destruction as Mordecai’s power grows beyond the limits of his own control, yet most of the powers that rule the world are oblivious. The only hope of salvaging their civilization lies with his children, but they have been scattered and branded outlaws. Meanwhile Tyrion continues to march toward his own goals, heedless of whether they will help or harm their efforts to stop the apocalypse, as even the Queen begins to doubt the archmage’s sanity.
-
-
Awesome end to the series
- By Mr Shaun Parker on 12-07-21
-
Thornbear
- Champions of the Dawning Dragons, Book 1
- By: Michael G. Manning
- Narrated by: Derek Perkins
- Length: 11 hrs and 41 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Gram lives in the long shadow cast by his father, the latehero, Dorian Thornbear. Struggling to find his place in a world where politics and wizardry appear to have replaced the need for men of might and main, he must make his own mark. Trapped within the seemingly safe confines of Castle Cameron, Gram faces both love and tragedy. His choices will define not only himself, but serve to remind others of his family's legacy, and the reason only a fool threatens those a Thornbear protects.
-
-
Can't wait for the next book
- By Steve on 22-06-17
-
The Mountains Rise
- Embers of Illeniel, Book 1
- By: Michael G. Manning
- Narrated by: Alex Wyndham
- Length: 13 hrs and 3 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
**See author's note on adult content below.** From the dark depths of the past, comes the tale of the first wizard of Illeniel. Daniel Tennick lived simply, a young shepherd with few troubles and little to occupy his mind, until the warden appeared. Daniel's power awakens, and he finds himself hunted by the servants of the cruel and uncaring forest gods. Trapped by his gift, Daniel will uncover the secrets of the deep woods and those who live there, a civilization created from the grave of an older one.
-
-
Been a long time
- By John on 03-10-15
-
The Choice of Magic
- Art of the Adept, Book 1
- By: Michael G. Manning
- Narrated by: Tim Gerard Reynolds
- Length: 20 hrs and 42 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
The ancient magic of wizards was anything but dark. It was the enlightenment that lifted humanity from the squalor of superstition, and the worship of fell spirits and capricious gods, but those days are gone. The shining glory of the sorcerers burned away the subtlety of wisdom, replacing it with easy power, held only in the hands of the elite - a new age built upon the elemental supremacy of aristocrats and the ignorance of the masses.
-
-
Problematic in one major way
- By Anonymous User on 11-05-21
-
Thomas
- By: Michael G. Manning
- Narrated by: Alex Wyndham
- Length: 6 hrs and 20 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Thomas was no one, an orphan with no past and no memories of his early life. The only clue lies in the strange birthmark on his chest, a mark that may or may not reveal his origin, but will certainly guide him to his destiny. Growing to manhood he will become a man of consequence and influence, yet the greatest gift he has to offer his people lies not in his power, but in his wisdom. As he strives to reach his potential he will face obstacles great and small and he will discover that some foes are too strong to defeat with power alone.
-
-
Narration detracts from the story
- By Sheila Sanderson on 01-08-21
-
The Viking's Chosen
- By: Quinn Loftis
- Narrated by: Chris Ciulla, Andrea Emmes
- Length: 9 hrs and 30 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
His orders are clear: launch a raid against England and bring home the spoils of war. But the prophecy is also clear: General Torben will take a foreign bride - one who is a seer and healer just like his mother. The eldest princess of England is said to be just that...a beautiful, charming, and headstrong woman. But he's a Viking army general, and she's an English princess - and one who is already promised to the king of Tara.
-
Echoes of a Fallen Kingdom
- Stalwart Link, Book 1
- By: B. T. Narro
- Narrated by: Simon Vance
- Length: 10 hrs and 20 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Strong-willed and full of hope, Leo strives to learn more of the magic he has read so much about. He's heard of invisible links in his world, and hidden rifts to other realms filled with creatures and stones of power. But Leo's family is stuck in an impoverished city. He performs backbreaking farm work beside his older brother, a rebellious and cunning thief, but nonetheless a brother whom Leo would trust with his life. Leo believes everything will change for the better when he begins work as a bookbinder and finally leaves the dreadful farm.
-
-
Good set up for the rest of the series
- By The Curator on 16-03-21
-
The King's Sorcerer
- Jon Oklar, Book 1
- By: B. T. Narro
- Narrated by: Simon Vance
- Length: 11 hrs and 40 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
On the anniversary of his father’s passing, Jon leaves home in search of answers. The land is full of mystery and intrigue, and Jon wants to explore it all with the dream of one day becoming a sorcerer. But when Jon receives an invite to the castle for training, he starts to believe there has to be a catch. A long time ago, Jon’s father was once a guard near the capital city. Now Jon finds himself back where his father used to work, and he’s beginning to learn why his father had wanted to raise him away from here.
-
-
Very entertaining
- By Tom006k on 30-03-21
-
Awaken
- The Mortal Mage, Book 1
- By: B. T. Narro
- Narrated by: Simon Vance
- Length: 11 hrs
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Desil has spent his life training, but a promise to his mother has kept him from using his abilities for anything worthwhile. Now all he does is help his mother manage her tavern as his father rests in a grave. Desil knows there's at least one other mage somewhere in this territory who can do what he can; they share a connection through their magic, although they've never met. He stays up nights wondering what they might be able to accomplish together.
-
-
Great Book as always but different pronunciations
- By Mark on 29-05-21
-
Spellmonger
- Spellmonger, Book 1
- By: Terry Mancour
- Narrated by: John Lee
- Length: 18 hrs and 22 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Minalan gave up a promising career as a professional warmage to live the quiet life of a village spellmonger in the remote mountain valley of Boval. It was a peaceful, beautiful little fief, far from the dangerous feudal petty squabbles of the Five Duchies, on the world of Callidore. There were cows. Lots of cows. And cheese. For six months things went well: He found a quaint little shop, he befriended the local lord, the village folk loved him, he found a sharp young apprentice to help out, and, best yet, he met a comely young widow with the prettiest eyes.
-
-
Derivative, tired sleazy male power fantasy.
- By Iain on 22-01-19
-
The Land of the Undying Lord
- The Infinite World, Book 1
- By: J.T. Wright
- Narrated by: Tim Campbell
- Length: 16 hrs and 17 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Monsters and beasts roamed the earth and were slain by soldiers and adventurers who were, in turn, killed by stronger threats. Heroes and villains created new epics and were forgotten when their successors appeared. This was the way of the Infinite World. Summoned into this chaotic place, a young boy with no name and no past must learn to survive. Bound to a master who doesn't care whether he lives or dies, he must become stronger. The question is: how?
-
-
There it is, a brilliant gem!
- By Benjamin Hartmann on 28-01-21
-
The Keeper Chronicles: The Complete Trilogy
- The Keeper Chronicles, Book 1-3
- By: JA Andrews
- Narrated by: Tim Gerard Reynolds
- Length: 46 hrs and 32 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
When Mallon the Undying threatened the land years ago, the elves stopped him - and then disappeared. Now Mallon's followers seek to bring him back to finish what he started. Only the Keepers - storytellers, historians, and magic-wielders - are left to stand against them. Alaric, who betrayed everything he believed to save his wife - and still failed. Will, a storyteller who’s convinced his weak magic makes him useless. And Sini, a former slave girl with unimaginable power but no way to wield it.
-
-
Serendipity!
- By R S on 22-10-20
-
Winemaker of the North
- Rogues of Magic, Book 1
- By: J.T. Williams
- Narrated by: Tim Gerard Reynolds
- Length: 10 hrs and 17 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Sviska is a man of the shadows, an assassin without any one place to call his own. But in the Far North, he discovers a secret. Magic, long thought lost to the world, is alive. The genocide to destroy every elf, wizard, and sacred being of old is not yet complete. Sviska's masters work the strings of the world and he has been sent for a task he does not even fully understand yet. When at last he feels he has what he has always wanted, darkness falls upon the world. He must rise to face an enemy more terrible than any he has ever met.
-
Rise of the Ranger
- The Echoes Saga, Book 1
- By: Philip C. Quaintrell
- Narrated by: Steven Brand
- Length: 15 hrs and 12 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Mankind has lorded over the land of Illian for a thousand years, building on the ruins left by the elves, as if it were their birthright. A thousand years is a long time for an immortal race to see the truth of things, a truth that has remained unsaid for a millennium - elves are superior. They are faster, stronger, and connected to the magical realm in a way that man could never grasp. Illian should belong to them.
-
-
Great book
- By george on 19-06-18
-
Lusam
- The Dragon Mage Wars, Books 1-2
- By: Dean Cadman
- Narrated by: Alex Wyndham
- Length: 12 hrs and 34 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Lusam grew up in the relative safety of the Elveen mountains with his grandmother. She taught him the basics of magic and discovered, quite by accident, that he possessed a unique skill never seen before: the ability to hide his magical aura from the mage-sight of others. Dark secrets surround Lusam's origins, and the dark agents of the Empire will stop at nothing to kill Lusam.
-
-
Compelling listening!!
- By craig on 13-03-17
-
Kin of Kings (The Kin of Kings: Book 1)
- By: B.T. Narro
- Narrated by: Brad C. Wilcox
- Length: 10 hrs and 27 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
The first great war of Ovira is over, and the most hated king in centuries is dead, but his nephew still lives. However, Basen had nothing to do with the destructive war his uncle started. In fact it was his uncle who exiled him and his father to the territory of their enemies, where Basen's dreams of becoming a legendary mage now fade, as he must work all day just to eat. His only chance at regaining some semblance of the life he thought he would lead is to join an elite school that trains, houses, and feeds a thousand new young men and women each year.
-
-
There is humour, action, tension and magic.
- By Tony Bough on 30-01-16
-
Arcane
- The Arinthian Line, Book One
- By: Sever Bronny
- Narrated by: Stefan Rudnicki
- Length: 10 hrs and 36 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Fourteen-year-old Augum and friends Bridget and Leera dream of becoming warlocks. But with a kingdom in total chaos, it will take courage, sacrifice, and an iron will to make that dream come true. The lord of the legion, a vicious tyrant, has overthrown the king in a relentless and murderous quest for seven mythic artifacts - and Augum's mentor, the legendary Anna Atticus Stone, possesses one.
-
-
Brill
- By Derek on 13-08-21
-
A Testament of Steel
- Instrument of Omens, Book 1
- By: Davis Ashura
- Narrated by: Nick Podehl
- Length: 19 hrs and 31 mins
- Unabridged
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
Cinder Shade’s life begins on a fateful afternoon at the bottom of a well where he awakens, bruised, battered, and bereft of all memory. His only understanding is a driving imperative to protect those who can’t defend themselves and become a warrior worthy of the name. He discovers within himself a peculiar gift, one in which the codes of combat are made evident and the language of steel is made clear.
-
-
Loved this story
- By fcon on 29-11-20
Summary
Only a fool threatens those a Thornbear protects.
Mordecai’s shattered family is in chaos, but the world won’t wait for them to recover. Trapped by a fiendish plot he didn’t foresee, Mordecai finds himself powerless to redeem himself or defend his family.
Alone and surrounded by enemies, Lady Rose has only her wits to protect those she loves. Though every hand turns against her, Rose Thornbear refuses to give up, and she will sacrifice whatever is necessary to save Penny’s family, whether the price is her rank, dignity, or even her life.
More from the same
What listeners say about The Severed Realm
Average customer ratingsReviews - Please select the tabs below to change the source of reviews.
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
- Mr Shaun Parker
- 30-06-21
So engrossing 🤩
The story is phenomenal, the characters are amazing and Alex Wyndham brings the story to life like no other. I’m writing this review as I’m waiting for the next book to download 😁 I can’t wait
1 person found this helpful
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
- Stuart Kennedy
- 14-10-18
Brilliant book
Brilliant author and great story. I really enjoyed the narrator he really brought the characters to life. I laughed very hard at some of the dialogue. Can't wait the next book.
1 person found this helpful
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story
- Mark
- 24-02-19
Great continuation of the series!
Loved it. Narrated perfectly as always. So descriptive and great to follow the various characters throughout.
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story

- FullMetal
- 06-10-18
Another Fantastic Book By Manning!
Michael G Manning has become easily one of my top 3 favorite authors of all time! His style, prose, and story all make an amazing canvas for the mind and imagination, and his ability to tug on one's emotions is second to none! I have thoroughly enjoyed every book in all of the different series! His characters are like old friends, and his world is like coming home!
7 people found this helpful
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story

- JCorrine
- 26-10-18
Genuis
I was disappointed by the length of the audiobook. I can listen to Manning for hours. I’m captivated by his work and look forward to coming home to finish listening. It’s like I gobble his stories like I would chocolate if I didn’t eat for a week. Yet he’s toned down the recent books which I’m dismayed by because he did nothing wrong with Tyrion Series. So people were appalled and offended. I say grow up ya big babies. I made mention of my feelings, defending Manning and truth is I want to him to fire his PR rep for allowing him to apologize or explain his novels. His art is his art. Like anything and everything else in life, some will love it while others don’t. I say be a rebel and push boundaries. Shock value like Mark Lawrence offers us in his male lead stories (Red and Grey Sister books are quite dry in comparison. I think he’s more in his element when writing male led novels than female). Yet Manning showed what a gentlemen he is by adding an excerpt explaining his creation. Gentlemen.. he is a true gentlemen.
The second book of the Riven Gates is not particularly exciting. There are topics within the book that could of brought this series back to the level of the brilliant Illeniel Series (I prefer titling it the Tyrion Series to avoid botching the spelling but Manning fans know the books) where the leads and storyline are shocking, brilliant and bold thereby blowing away competing authors. The recent Riven Gates and other books starring Mordecai feels yo@. Z# zmznbz. No. Momookmonknnnconservative and to the extent I’m sadly disappointed. It’s a good story. I don’t understand why Mordecai faces another trial versus a battle with Tyrion. Since when did Galen become an enemy. Didn’t Galen help save Mordecai by entering his body and repairing the damage? Now they’re enemies and I don’t know when this occurred? Was it when Mordecai whispered in Galen’s wife’s ear and she started screaming? Manning never shared what was said to her. I’m sorry I don’t recall when Galen and Mordecai became enemies. Yet they are and Galen wants Mordecai dead. Then Tyrion is back but we don’t learn his intentions. Tyrion is a not a force to test and yet there is an assassination on his life? How could such outcome end good for Mordecai or his children? There are many cliff hangers and I’m curious to know how Manning plans to write book three. Also the Queen is considering charging the young adults if they don’t show their face? They’re protecting Roland’s estate and the community. Did Roland fail to mention this to his sister? Clearly he did because Mordecai reunited him with the Queen and now the Illiniel kids face possible treason charges. There is a clear disconnect and the story is brief and short considering all the loose ends. Manning has a lot of wiggle room with book three. Alex Wyndham does an excellent performance as always. It’s a pleasure to listen to his narration.
6 people found this helpful
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story

- A Vaughn
- 13-10-18
One of my favorite writers of all time.
The people are real. the adults show maturity from a life lived and mistakes made. The children show naivety and wonder. The intrigue is natural, not forced. The relationships are organic. When I see Michael Manning I buy. He keeps being better.
4 people found this helpful
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story

- Kimber
- 27-06-19
Excellent!
As always, Manning delivers the best in epic fantasy. His world building is easily comparable to GRRM and his characters are down to earth, realistic people, warts and all! It's rare in this genre to find dialogue that reflects the rhythm of true speech- foul language not withstanding- and I appreciated that, especially in characters like Chad Grayson!
This is a true must read! if you haven't started this series yet- get to it! You will kick yourselves if you pass it up.
2 people found this helpful
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story

- The Children's Hour Academy
- 12-10-18
Great book!
The storyline and characters are well written. This is my second read of Michael Manning's books. I read book one and two and moving on to book three. Likewise, Alex Wyndham of "The Riven Gates Series, is fantastically talented reader. The emotions he displays in his characters are so realistic that, I, as the listener felt every emotion. At one point in the story a tragedy happened; Alex displayed the grief so brilliantly that I was caught up with all the emotions you would expect if you were actually present. Great story and great storyteller!!
2 people found this helpful
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story

- Skalg
- 21-06-19
I can't wait for book 3!
Another incredible story. Heartwrenching and at the same time humorous and exciting. One more to go!
1 person found this helpful
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story

- Fantasy Addict 1030
- 07-05-19
A great addition to a wonderful saga
This was a great story. We got back the drama and action I love. It’s not in the top five for me (if the series), but it’s one of the better ones.
1 person found this helpful
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story

- FlamingNinjaTom
- 20-02-19
another masterpiece
loved it! I laughed and cried so many times, but the story was worth it, can't wait for the next one!
1 person found this helpful
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story

- jacob
- 19-02-19
absolutly love this series so far
great story with happy moments, sad moments, suspense, fear for the characters, and unsuspected events and twist
1 person found this helpful
-
Overall
-
Performance
-
Story

- Nick
- 17-12-18
now what!?
I really really want the next one already! I'm hooked on this series like I have been the last series.
1 person found this helpful