Best David Estes Audiobooks

The best audiobooks by David Estes — 13 titles spanning Fantasy, Literature & Fiction, Sci-Fi, averaging 4.03 ABR stars.

David Estes's highest-rated audiobook in our collection is Dragonfall, narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds (4.39 ABR stars). Browse the full list below.

Where to Start with David Estes

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    Dragonfall

    The Kingfall Histories • Book 2

    by David Estes

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    4.39 ABR Score (3.8K ratings)
    ★ 4.5 Goodreads (2.2K) ★ 4.79 Audible (1.6K)
    28h 4m listening time • Released 2021

    Tim Gerard Reynolds transforms this sprawling sequel into something genuinely gripping—his ability to shift between a dozen characters across 28 hours without losing momentum is the real magic here.

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    Magefall

    The Kingfall Histories • Book 3

    by David Estes

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    4.35 ABR Score (3.3K ratings)
    ★ 4.5 Goodreads (2.0K) ★ 4.77 Audible (1.4K)
    33h 28m listening time • Released 2021

    Tim Gerard Reynolds elevates this dark prison fantasy with vocal precision that makes the magic system's moral complexity feel tangible. At 33+ hours, it's a commitment that pays off with genuine worldbuilding depth.

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    Kingfall

    The Kingfall Histories • Book 1

    by David Estes

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    4.23 ABR Score (5.8K ratings)
    ★ 4.27 Goodreads (3.3K) ★ 4.62 Audible (2.5K)
    29h 58m listening time • Released 2021

    Tim Gerard Reynolds transforms this sprawling epic into something genuinely unputdownable—his voice work makes the slow-burn character corruption feel inevitable and terrifying.

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    Endfall

    The Kingfall Histories • Book 5

    by David Estes

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    4.18 ABR Score (1.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.51 Goodreads (1.3K) ★ 4.65 Audible (493)
    46h 19m listening time • Released 2024

    Tim Gerard Reynolds transforms this epic finale into a masterclass in tension and restraint, making every whispered revelation feel like it could topple kingdoms. If you've invested in Kingfall, this payoff is worth every hour.

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    The Earth Dwellers

    The Dwellers • Book 4

    by David Estes

    Narrated by Julia Whelan, Khristine Hvam, MacLeod Andrews, Will Damron, Kirby Heyborne, Kate Rudd

    4.08 ABR Score (1.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.32 Goodreads (1.3K) ★ 4.69 Audible (154)
    11h 30m listening time • Released 2016

    The ensemble cast elevates this epic finale, with six narrators seamlessly shifting between beloved characters from two converging series, creating an immersive payoff for longtime fans.

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    Heartsworn

    The Forsworn Oath • Book 2

    by David Estes

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    4.00 ABR Score (509 ratings)
    ★ 4.59 Goodreads (449) ★ 4.65 Audible (60)
    35h 14m listening time • Released 2025

    Tim Gerard Reynolds transforms this sprawling fantasy epic into something genuinely gripping—his range across multiple POVs and fractured timelines keeps the momentum relentless across 35 hours.

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    Stormsworn

    The Forsworn Oath • Book 3

    by David Estes

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    3.96 ABR Score (398 ratings)
    ★ 4.57 Goodreads (366) ★ 4.72 Audible (32)
    43h 17m listening time • Released 2026

    Tim Gerard Reynolds transforms this sprawling epic into something genuinely immersive—his vocal range makes the vast cast feel like distinct people, and his pacing never lets a 43-hour story drag.

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    Forsworn

    The Forsworn Oath • Book 1

    by David Estes

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    3.93 ABR Score (800 ratings)
    ★ 4.32 Goodreads (616) ★ 4.39 Audible (184)
    32h 33m listening time • Released 2025

    Tim Gerard Reynolds transforms this revenge epic into something genuinely haunting—his narration captures both the simmering rage and fractured psyche of a man defined by loss, making the 32-hour journey feel essential rather than indulgent.

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    Demon's Rage

    The Bloodwood Saga • Book 2

    by David Estes, Ben Galley

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    3.91 ABR Score (222 ratings)
    ★ 4.43 Goodreads (122) ★ 4.62 Audible (100)
    22h 38m listening time • Released 2024

    Tim Gerard Reynolds transforms this demon-haunted sequel into something genuinely unsettling—his vocal range captures both the creeping corruption and explosive violence with such precision you'll feel the characters' descent into darkness.

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    The Sun Dwellers

    The Dwellers • Book 3

    by David Estes

    Narrated by Julia Whelan, Will Damron

    3.88 ABR Score (2.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.16 Goodreads (2.0K) ★ 4.58 Audible (38)
    9h 11m listening time • Released 2015

    Julia Whelan and Will Damron bring genuine tension to this assassination thriller, where personal secrets detonate louder than any mission plot. The dual narration captures competing loyalties that'll wreck you.

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    The Dwellers Saga Omnibus

    The Dwellers Saga • Book 1

    by David Estes

    Narrated by Julia Whelan, Will Damron

    3.87 ABR Score (727 ratings)
    ★ 4.27 Audible (727)
    29h 16m listening time • Released 2015
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    The Star Dwellers

    The Dwellers • Book 2

    by David Estes

    Narrated by Julia Whelan, Will Damron

    3.83 ABR Score (2.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.08 Goodreads (2.4K) ★ 4.36 Audible (36)
    10h 41m listening time • Released 2015

    Julia Whelan and Will Damron split vocal duties across dual POVs so seamlessly you'll forget you're listening to two narrators—their chemistry makes the separation scenes actually hurt.

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    The Moon Dwellers

    The Dwellers • Book 1

    by David Estes

    Narrated by Julia Whelan, Will Damron

    3.75 ABR Score (4.5K ratings)
    ★ 3.83 Goodreads (4.4K) ★ 4.1 Audible (92)
    10h 28m listening time • Released 2015

    Whelan and Damron nail the dual-narrator dynamic, making this underground dystopia feel visceral and urgent—perfect for a revenge-driven escape thriller that actually earns its emotional gut-punches.

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