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The Silverblood Promise

The Last Legacy, Book 1

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The Silverblood Promise

By: James Logan
Narrated by: Brenock O'Connor
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 'A fast-paced carnival of setbacks and skullduggery that reminds me of... me! Charming from the first twist to the last' Scott Lynch, author of THE LIES OF LOCKE LAMORA

The first in an extraordinary new fantasy epic, perfect for fans of Nicholas Eames and James Islington!

Lukan Gardova is a cardsharp, academy dropout, and - thanks to a duel that ended badly - the disgraced heir to an ancient noble house. His life consists of cheap wine, rigged card games and wondering how he might win back the life he threw away.

When Lukan discovers that his estranged father has been murdered by unknown assailants, he finds fresh purpose. Deprived of his chance to make amends for his mistakes, he vows to unravel the mystery behind his father's death.

His search for answers leads him to Saphrona, fabled city of merchant princes, where anything can be bought if one has the coin. Lukan only seeks the truth, but instead he finds danger and secrets in every shadow.

For in Saphrona, everything has a price - and the price of truth is the deadliest of all.

'Relentlessly entertaining, defiantly idealistic, it's a daring debut filled to the brim with classic fantasy fun' Sebastien de Castell

'An undeniable masterwork - and a blueprint for how adventure fantasy should be written' Kirkus (starred review)

'A superb debut filled to the brim with action, adventure and a murder mystery that will keep you on the edge of your seat' Fantasy Hive

'An engaging and action-packed fantasy read' James Islington

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This was an enjoyable listen great world building, subtle magic system and a murder mystery/ investigation with intrigue which I loved.

The narrator did an excellent job

The biggest flaw in this book were the characters the main one is an idiot, who seems to lack any real skill or talent and he drinks way too much for someone who is supposed to be resolute to his cause or purpose. His lack of maturity is also a problem he has a temper and goes from man with a plan to a man child. The other characters are interesting but lack real depth.
This is a book with great potential let down by its flaws in my opinion



Fun but flawed

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"Lukan, don't throw your life away."
"I already have, I threw it away years ago, the moment I agreed to that damned duel."

5 Stars from me, a new favourite. Had everything in it that I was looking for. A sarcastic, swaggering hero with a touch of PTSD from his past. A sidekick who isn't one to be looked over or ignored, if anything, she stole every scene she was in.

A bustling fantasy city, not crammed full of unnecessary info, shown and explained as far as the story needed, with space to elaborate on in future books.

Magic that wasn't too centre stage.

Lukan Gaedova & Flea were amazing characters to read.

5 Stars! Amazing

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A Solid paced plot and a great narration, the main character and the dynamic with another was very refreshing

Very entertaining

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This book was a nice surprise for me, usually I like fantasy series that have got a really strong critical reception and massive plots with end of the world/universe stakes and great world building, but James has proven to me that you don’t need to always have those stakes and fanbases to tell a good story, I found the mystery Lukan’s father had left for him to be captivating and the side quests that unfold in the city of saphrona to be very enjoyable, but James shines with his characters I absolutely loved Lukan’s witty dialogue and the relationship between Lukan and Flea would constantly bring a smile to my face, despite what I said before though James does a good job at building an atmosphere to help with the world building, I really felt that this world was alive and that there is so much more to be explored beyond this book. Overall this book makes me happy to see an independent author put out such a good book, not a masterpiece by any means but I am happy to see that independent authors like James are on the rise now and after the ending of this book I am extremely excited to see what unfolds in book 2, and what mysteries Lukan will uncover, thanks for this solid first entry James I eagerly await part 2. (P.S. The narrator was brilliant I know he’s coming back for book 2 but I hope you retain him for book 3 and 4.)

A really enjoyable listen with some great character dynamics

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The story line was compelling, I enjoyed all the characters with all their own back stories look forward to the next one.

Great characters

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