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The Traitor Queen

The Traitor Spy Trilogy, Book 3

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The Traitor Queen

By: Trudi Canavan
Narrated by: Richard Aspel
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About this listen

 Relieved that Lorkin is coming home, Sonea prepares to meet with the traitors on behalf of the Guild. Then bad news arrives: the Sachakan king has imprisoned her son. As the Sachakan king tries to force Lorkin into betraying the traitors, Dannyl questions his friendship with Ashaki Achati. Can he trust the Sachakan? Not at all, if Tayend is right. But do Tayend’s suspicions spring from good political instincts, or jealousy? Easily evading capture by the Guild, the Rogue knows only one obstacle lies between him and his ambition to rule the underworld: Cery. Forced into hiding, protected by Lilia, Cery must wait for the Guild to find his enemy. But is Black Magician Kallen purposefully failing in his task? And Lorkin must decide where his loyalties lie, for whatever choice he makes will require a great sacrifice.©2012 Trudi Canavan (P)2012 Bolinda Publishing Action & Adventure Epic Epic Fantasy Fantasy Fiction Historical Royalty

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Critic reviews

"Richard Aspel maintains the listener's engagement throughout this long conclusion to the Traitor Spy Trilogy. He sets a steady pace and makes judicious use of pauses to keep the narrative moving forward and the dialogue energized. Aspel presents the parallel plotlines in the straightforward style of a narrator who is interested in the events he recounts and has a fondness for the main characters. He carries this through even to the glossary, which would be of more value to listeners if it were also available online. Jumping in at the conclusion of this complex tale, which continues the adventures of characters created in the Black Magician Trilogy, is not recommended." (AudioFile Magazine)
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Final book was the book I expected... The previous two though building up the world and story felt lacking.
Glad I persisted with it but wish the previous two were better.

3rd book better than the previous 2.

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loved it wraped up nicley can not wate till Trudi sends frorth her new offering!

a fitting end

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What a fantastic series! All the characters viewpoints meged wonderfully, great voice acting too.

I loved the series and Richard Aspels rendition

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What made the experience of listening to The Traitor Queen the most enjoyable?

Watching the characters develop over the six books in the two series was the most enjoyable. Each book had four separate stories intertwined which kept the listener involved and concerned about the characters

Who was your favorite character and why?

Sonea, the main character was my favourite as you'd expect, her sense of right, self doubt and belief in the Guild made her stand out above the rest. Despite her punishment for practicing black magic she held no malice towards the Guild and doesn't realise the respect she has from other magicians.

Have you listened to any of Richard Aspel’s other performances? How does this one compare?

Richard is the narrator for all six books in the two series and is very easy to listen too. It's surprising to have a man doing the voices for the main female character but he is so convincing and the voices he gives to each character add to their authenticity.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

I have listened to many books, usually whilst travelling and not many have made me want to set off as soon as possible and put the audio book on..... I've even avoided taking phone calls whilst listening to the book.

Any additional comments?

What do I do now I have finished these books and there are no more with the same characters, I feel that they have become friends and I won't be seeing them again. I hope the author continues the series with the younger magicians that have been introduced.

Please continue this series!

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I love all Trudi Canavan titles and this is no exception. The story keeps you listening and wanting more. Would recommend to all.

Brilliant

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