Best Fantasy Audiobooks Over 20 Hours

Fantasy audiobooks filtered to over 20 hours of listening time — scored by reader and listener reviews.

Long fantasy audiobooks are perfect for listeners who want to get lost in a story for days at a time. Many of the most beloved fantasy series feature audiobook runtimes of 20 hours or more, giving narrators space to fully develop characters and epic worlds. These are the listens you'll remember long after they end — sprawling adventures with the depth that only a longer runtime allows.

The audiobooks below are some of the best fantasy audiobooks over 20 hours, combining exceptional narration with immersive storytelling.

Where to Start with Fantasy Audiobooks Over 20 Hours

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    Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows cover

    Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows

    Harry Potter • Book 7

    by J.K. Rowling

    Narrated by Jim Dale

    5.00 ABR Score (4.3M ratings)
    ★ 4.62 Goodreads (4.1M) ★ 4.96 Audible (150.8K)
    21h 36m listening time • Released 2015

    Jim Dale transforms the final battle into something genuinely haunting—his voice work across 21 hours never wavers, making this the definitive way to experience the series' emotional and narrative payoff.

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    Words of Radiance

    The Stormlight Archive • Book 2

    by Brandon Sanderson

    Narrated by Michael Kramer, Kate Reading

    4.96 ABR Score (587.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.76 Goodreads (498.0K) ★ 4.9 Audible (89.5K)
    48h 15m listening time • Released 2014

    The second Stormlight Archive book surpasses the first — the magic system, the characters, and the worldbuilding all deepen into one of epic fantasy's greatest achievements.

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    Kingdom of Ash cover

    Kingdom of Ash

    Throne of Glass • Book 7

    by Sarah J. Maas

    Narrated by Elizabeth Evans

    4.91 ABR Score (1.2M ratings)
    ★ 4.71 Goodreads (1.1M) ★ 4.88 Audible (38.7K)
    33h 11m listening time • Released 2018

    Elizabeth Evans transforms the emotional gutting of this finale into something you'll want to hear in one sitting. Her performance captures both the raw anguish and defiant rage that makes this sprawling series ending actually land.

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    A Court of Mist and Fury

    A Court of Thorns and Roses • Book 2

    by Sarah J. Maas

    Narrated by Jennifer Ikeda

    4.89 ABR Score (3.3M ratings)
    ★ 4.63 Goodreads (3.3M) ★ 4.85 Audible (60.0K)
    23h 16m listening time • Released 2016

    Jennifer Ikeda's narration transforms this dark fantasy sequel into something genuinely unputdownable—her voice work captures both the vulnerability and lethal power that makes this book such a phenomenon.

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    The Way of Kings cover

    The Way of Kings

    The Cosmere • Book 1

    by Brandon Sanderson

    Narrated by Kate Reading, Michael Kramer

    4.89 ABR Score (796.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.66 Goodreads (683.1K) ★ 4.84 Audible (113.2K)
    45h 30m listening time • Released 2010

    Sanderson's most ambitious work — a 45-hour epic with one of the most intricately designed magic systems in fantasy, and characters whose growth pays off magnificently.

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    The Butcher's Masquerade

    Dungeon Crawler Carl • Book 5

    by Matt Dinniman

    Narrated by Jeff Hays

    4.88 ABR Score (135.3K ratings)
    ★ 4.69 Goodreads (108.1K) ★ 4.94 Audible (27.2K)
    23h 33m listening time • Released 2022

    Jeff Hays transforms this jungle-survival escalation into pure narrative adrenaline—his distinct voices for Carl, Donut, and the new threats make the chaos feel genuinely dangerous and darkly funny.

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    Empire of Storms

    Throne of Glass • Book 5

    by Sarah J. Maas

    Narrated by Elizabeth Evans

    4.84 ABR Score (1.3M ratings)
    ★ 4.63 Goodreads (1.3M) ★ 4.84 Audible (33.1K)
    25h 18m listening time • Released 2016

    Elizabeth Evans transforms this sprawling fantasy epic into something genuinely unputdownable, matching her vocal intensity to Aelin's rage and vulnerability across 25 hours of pure immersion.

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    The Hero of Ages

    The Mistborn Saga • Book 3

    by Brandon Sanderson

    Narrated by Michael Kramer

    4.83 ABR Score (680.8K ratings)
    ★ 4.56 Goodreads (606.0K) ★ 4.85 Audible (74.8K)
    27h 25m listening time • Released 2008

    Michael Kramer's narration elevates this finale into something transcendent—his command of Vin's internal devastation and the apocalyptic scope makes the 27-hour journey feel essential, not exhausting.

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    The Eye of the Bedlam Bride

    Dungeon Crawler Carl • Book 6

    by Matt Dinniman

    Narrated by Jeff Hays, Patrick Warburton, Travis Baldree, Annie Ellicott

    4.83 ABR Score (110.3K ratings)
    ★ 4.66 Goodreads (91.7K) ★ 4.92 Audible (18.5K)
    26h 46m listening time • Released 2023

    The ensemble narration transforms this sixth book into pure audio theater—Warburton's deadpan delivery against the chaos of a collapsing dungeon level makes it impossible to pause.

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    Oathbringer

    The Stormlight Archive • Book 3

    by Brandon Sanderson

    Narrated by Kate Reading, Michael Kramer

    4.83 ABR Score (432.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.6 Goodreads (365.0K) ★ 4.84 Audible (67.0K)
    55h 5m listening time • Released 2017

    Kate Reading and Michael Kramer elevate this sprawling epic into something transcendent—their dual narration captures three interconnected characters with such distinct emotional depth that 55 hours vanishes. Oathbringer is where Sanderson's intricate magic system and moral complexity finally match the scope of his ambition.

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    The Fellowship of the Ring

    The Lord of the Rings • Book 1

    by J. R. R. Tolkien

    Narrated by Andy Serkis

    4.82 ABR Score (3.2M ratings)
    ★ 4.41 Goodreads (3.2M) ★ 4.92 Audible (24.9K)
    22h 38m listening time • Released 2021

    Andy Serkis doesn't just narrate this—he inhabits every voice so vividly that Middle-earth becomes a living, breathing world in your ears. His performance transforms the audiobook into something almost cinematic, making this the definitive way to experience Tolkien.

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    The Return of the King

    Middle-earth • Book 4

    by J.R.R. Tolkien

    Narrated by Andy Serkis

    4.82 ABR Score (1.1M ratings)
    ★ 4.58 Goodreads (1.1M) ★ 4.93 Audible (8.0K)
    21h 52m listening time • Released 2021

    Andy Serkis doesn't just narrate this—he inhabits every voice from hobbits to kings, transforming the final chapter into something that feels like witnessing the story rather than hearing it read.

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    A Storm of Swords

    A Song of Ice and Fire • Book 3

    by George R.R. Martin

    Narrated by Roy Dotrice

    4.81 ABR Score (930.3K ratings)
    ★ 4.55 Goodreads (851.9K) ★ 4.82 Audible (78.4K)
    47h 34m listening time • Released 2004

    Roy Dotrice's masterful performance across 47 hours transforms Martin's most devastating novel into an unforgettable experience, with each character's voice so distinct you forget you're listening to one narrator bringing an entire war to life.

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    The Wise Man's Fear

    The Kingkiller Chronicle • Book 2

    by Patrick Rothfuss

    Narrated by Nick Podehl

    4.79 ABR Score (711.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.55 Goodreads (626.1K) ★ 4.8 Audible (85.5K)
    42h 55m listening time • Released 2011

    Nick Podehl's performance captures every layer of Kvothe's unreliable storytelling with such precision that you forget you're listening to a single voice carrying 43 hours of epic fantasy. The narrative games Rothfuss plays demand an narrator this skilled, and Podehl delivers.

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    Queen of Shadows

    Throne of Glass • Book 4

    by Sarah J. Maas

    Narrated by Elizabeth Evans

    4.79 ABR Score (1.5M ratings)
    ★ 4.62 Goodreads (1.4M) ★ 4.81 Audible (21.4K)
    20h 43m listening time • Released 2015

    Elizabeth Evans elevates this dark fantasy revenge arc with a performance that captures both the queen's ruthlessness and her raw vulnerability. If you've been waiting for the series to fully ignite, this is where it does.

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    A Game of Thrones

    A Song of Ice and Fire • Book 1

    by George R. R. Martin

    Narrated by Roy Dotrice

    4.79 ABR Score (2.9M ratings)
    ★ 4.45 Goodreads (2.8M) ★ 4.77 Audible (148.5K)
    33h 46m listening time • Released 2004

    Martin reinvented epic fantasy by killing his darlings — a brutal, politically intricate world where nobility gets you killed and moral ambiguity reigns.

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    The Land: Predators: A LitRPG Saga

    Chaos Seeds • Book 7

    by Aleron Kong

    Narrated by Nick Podehl

    4.79 ABR Score (23.9K ratings)
    ★ 4.83 Audible (23.9K)
    46h 56m listening time • Released 2018
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    The Final Empire cover

    The Final Empire

    The Mistborn Saga • Book 1

    by Brandon Sanderson

    Narrated by Michael Kramer

    4.78 ABR Score (1.1M ratings)
    ★ 4.49 Goodreads (999.3K) ★ 4.79 Audible (97.4K)
    24h 39m listening time • Released 2008

    The best entry point into Sanderson — a heist story set in a world where the Dark Lord won, with one of the cleverest magic systems ever devised.

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    The Gathering Storm cover

    The Gathering Storm

    The Wheel of Time • Book 12

    by Robert Jordan, Brandon Sanderson

    Narrated by Michael Kramer, Kate Reading

    4.77 ABR Score (224.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.44 Goodreads (178.7K) ★ 4.9 Audible (45.7K)
    41h 47m listening time • Released 2013

    Kramer and Reading's dual narration finally gives the Wheel of Time the vocal landscape it deserves, turning a sprawling epic into something genuinely intimate and propulsive.

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    Towers of Midnight

    The Wheel of Time • Book 13

    by Robert Jordan, Brandon Sanderson

    Narrated by Kate Reading, Michael Kramer

    4.77 ABR Score (211.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.48 Goodreads (176.1K) ★ 4.89 Audible (34.9K)
    38h 21m listening time • Released 2010

    Kate Reading and Michael Kramer elevate the emotional weight of Jordan's endgame—their dual narration makes the converging POVs feel like separate threads tightening toward catastrophe, and they nail the quieter character breakthroughs that matter most before the final battle.

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    Rhythm of War

    The Stormlight Archive • Book 4

    by Brandon Sanderson

    Narrated by Kate Reading, Michael Kramer

    4.76 ABR Score (287.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.58 Goodreads (245.5K) ★ 4.81 Audible (41.8K)
    57h 26m listening time • Released 2020

    Kate Reading and Michael Kramer elevate this epic's sprawling POVs into something genuinely cinematic—their dual narration makes Sanderson's intricate character work land harder than it has any right to at 57 hours.

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    A Court of Wings and Ruin cover

    A Court of Wings and Ruin

    A Court of Thorns and Roses • Book 3

    by Sarah J. Maas

    Narrated by Amanda Leigh Cobb

    4.75 ABR Score (2.8M ratings)
    ★ 4.46 Goodreads (2.8M) ★ 4.78 Audible (45.8K)
    25h 9m listening time • Released 2017

    Amanda Leigh Cobb's narration transforms this political fantasy into something visceral—her voice captures Feyre's internal warfare between vulnerability and ruthlessness so sharply you'll forget you're listening.

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    A Clash of Kings cover

    A Clash of Kings

    A Song of Ice and Fire • Book 2

    by George R.R. Martin

    Narrated by Roy Dotrice

    4.75 ABR Score (1.1M ratings)
    ★ 4.42 Goodreads (1.0M) ★ 4.79 Audible (91.4K)
    37h 12m listening time • Released 2004

    Roy Dotrice's performance transforms this sprawling political nightmare into something genuinely addictive—his voice work across dozens of characters makes the competing factions feel like separate worlds colliding.

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    He Who Fights with Monsters 2

    He Who Fights with Monsters • Book 2

    by Shirtaloon

    Narrated by Heath Miller

    4.73 ABR Score (61.3K ratings)
    ★ 4.53 Goodreads (28.6K) ★ 4.87 Audible (32.7K)
    22h 1m listening time • Released 2021
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    The Gathering Storm cover

    The Gathering Storm

    The Wheel of Time • Book 12

    by Robert Jordan, Brandon Sanderson

    Narrated by Michael Kramer, Kate Reading

    4.72 ABR Score (205.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.44 Goodreads (178.7K) ★ 4.87 Audible (26.3K)
    32h 58m listening time • Released 2009

    Kramer and Reading's dual narration captures the emotional weight of Jordan's world ending, and Sanderson's completion finally delivers the payoff fans waited decades for.

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    The Name of the Wind cover

    The Name of the Wind

    Kingkiller Chronicle • Book 1

    by Patrick Rothfuss

    Narrated by Nick Podehl

    4.72 ABR Score (1.2M ratings)
    ★ 4.52 Goodreads (1.1M) ★ 4.7 Audible (109.1K)
    27h 55m listening time • Released 2009

    Rothfuss's debut is arguably the most beautifully written fantasy of the 21st century — the story of a legend telling the truth about his own myth.

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    Fourth Wing

    The Empyrean • Book 1

    by Rebecca Yarros

    Narrated by Rebecca Soler, Teddy Hamilton

    4.72 ABR Score (3.7M ratings)
    ★ 4.57 Goodreads (3.6M) ★ 4.67 Audible (56.2K)
    22h 2m listening time • Released 2023

    The dual narration by Soler and Hamilton transforms this dragons-and-romance epic into something genuinely unputdownable, with their chemistry making the 22-hour listen feel essential rather than indulgent.

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    House of Sky and Breath

    Crescent City • Book 2

    by Sarah J. Maas

    Narrated by Elizabeth Evans

    4.72 ABR Score (874.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.42 Goodreads (845.5K) ★ 4.82 Audible (29.2K)
    27h 42m listening time • Released 2022
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    The Will of the Many

    Hierarchy • Book 1

    by James Islington

    Narrated by Euan Morton

    4.71 ABR Score (236.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.59 Goodreads (223.8K) ★ 4.81 Audible (13.0K)
    28h 14m listening time • Released 2023

    Euan Morton's layered performance transforms this intricate mystery into something you'll want to hear twice—his control of tone and pacing makes every revelation land with devastating precision.

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    The Trouble with Peace

    The Age of Madness • Book 2

    by Joe Abercrombie

    Narrated by Steven Pacey

    4.70 ABR Score (56.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.6 Goodreads (46.4K) ★ 4.86 Audible (9.8K)
    21h 57m listening time • Released 2020

    Steven Pacey's narration transforms this political dark fantasy into something almost Shakespearean—his voice work elevates already sharp character writing into genuinely unforgettable performances you'll hear in your head for months.

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    House of Earth and Blood

    Crescent City • Book 1

    by Sarah J. Maas

    Narrated by Elizabeth Evans

    4.70 ABR Score (1.2M ratings)
    ★ 4.45 Goodreads (1.2M) ★ 4.76 Audible (41.6K)
    27h 50m listening time • Released 2020

    Elizabeth Evans' narration transforms this urban fantasy into something genuinely addictive—she nails the irreverent protagonist voice while making the darker twists land with real emotional weight.

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    The Well of Ascension cover

    The Well of Ascension

    The Mistborn Saga • Book 2

    by Brandon Sanderson

    Narrated by Michael Kramer

    4.70 ABR Score (745.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.38 Goodreads (671.8K) ★ 4.78 Audible (73.7K)
    28h 56m listening time • Released 2009

    Michael Kramer's narration elevates Sanderson's sprawling sequel into something genuinely gripping—his voice work transforms Vin's internal struggle from competent to devastating, making this 29-hour epic feel essential rather than exhausting.

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    Heir of Novron

    The Riyria Revelations #5-6 • Book 3

    by Michael J. Sullivan

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    4.69 ABR Score (83.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.51 Goodreads (55.5K) ★ 4.83 Audible (28.1K)
    31h 48m listening time • Released 2012

    Tim Gerard Reynolds brings devastating emotional weight to the final Riyria chapters—his performance transforms what could've been a standard fantasy conclusion into something genuinely heartbreaking.

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    Iron Flame

    The Empyrean • Book 2

    by Rebecca Yarros

    Narrated by Rebecca Soler, Teddy Hamilton

    4.69 ABR Score (2.7M ratings)
    ★ 4.36 Goodreads (2.7M) ★ 4.76 Audible (46.2K)
    28h 16m listening time • Released 2023

    The dual narration perfectly captures Violet's fractured loyalties and inner steel—Soler and Hamilton make the romantic and political tension feel genuinely impossible to choose between.

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    A ​Court of Silver Flames

    A Court of Thorns and Roses • Book 5

    by Sarah J. Maas

    Narrated by Stina Nielsen

    4.69 ABR Score (2.2M ratings)
    ★ 4.45 Goodreads (2.1M) ★ 4.73 Audible (39.1K)
    26h 5m listening time • Released 2021
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    The Wisdom of Crowds cover

    The Wisdom of Crowds

    The Age of Madness • Book 3

    by Joe Abercrombie

    Narrated by Steven Pacey

    4.69 ABR Score (50.2K ratings)
    ★ 4.6 Goodreads (41.3K) ★ 4.85 Audible (8.9K)
    23h 37m listening time • Released 2021

    Steven Pacey transforms Abercrombie's sprawling revolution into a masterclass in character voices, making each schemer's descent through chaos feel devastatingly personal across 24 hours of pure narrative grip.

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    The Primal Hunter 9: A LitRPG Adventure

    The Primal Hunter • Book 9

    by Zogarth

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.68 ABR Score (15.9K ratings)
    ★ 4.61 Goodreads (9.0K) ★ 4.91 Audible (6.9K)
    20h 23m listening time • Released 2024

    Travis Baldree's narration transforms this ninth entry into something genuinely addictive—his vocal range keeps Jake's progression fantasy journey feeling fresh even as the stakes scale impossibly higher.

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    He Who Fights with Monsters 3

    He Who Fights with Monsters • Book 3

    by Shirtaloon

    Narrated by Heath Miller

    4.67 ABR Score (53.3K ratings)
    ★ 4.47 Goodreads (25.3K) ★ 4.85 Audible (28.0K)
    24h 39m listening time • Released 2021
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    He Who Fights with Monsters 4

    He Who Fights with Monsters • Book 4

    by Shirtaloon

    Narrated by Heath Miller

    4.66 ABR Score (51.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.49 Goodreads (23.2K) ★ 4.83 Audible (27.9K)
    22h 20m listening time • Released 2021
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    The Primal Hunter 12

    The Primal Hunter • Book 12

    by Zogarth

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.66 ABR Score (12.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.6 Goodreads (6.9K) ★ 4.91 Audible (5.7K)
    20h 7m listening time • Released 2025

    Travis Baldree's performance elevates the escalating stakes and competitive tension into something genuinely gripping—each dungeon run lands harder because his delivery makes you feel Jake's relentless push toward victory.

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    The Fellowship of the Ring

    Middle-earth • Book 2

    by J.R.R. Tolkien

    Narrated by Andy Serkis

    4.66 ABR Score (3.2M ratings)
    ★ 4.41 Goodreads (3.2M) ★ 4.9 Audible (1.6K)
    22h 38m listening time • Released 2021
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    The Chronicles of Narnia: Complete Audio Collection

    The Chronicles of Narnia (Chronological Order) #1–7 • Book 1

    by C.S. Lewis, Kenneth Branagh, Alex Jennings, Michael York, Lynn Redgrave, Derek Jacobi, Jeremy Northam, Patrick Stewart

    Narrated by Kenneth Branagh, Alex Jennings, Michael York, Lynn Redgrave, Derek Jacobi, Jeremy Northam, Patrick Stewart

    4.65 ABR Score (731.2K ratings)
    ★ 4.28 Goodreads (712.6K) ★ 4.84 Audible (18.6K)
    33h 45m listening time • Released 2019
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    Quicksilver

    The Fae & Alchemy Series • Book 1

    by Callie Hart

    Narrated by Stella Bloom, Anthony Palmini

    4.64 ABR Score (933.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.32 Goodreads (889.6K) ★ 4.76 Audible (43.5K)
    20h 41m listening time • Released 2024

    Stella Bloom and Anthony Palmini elevate this dark fae romance with crackling chemistry and perfectly pitched tension—the dual narration transforms what could be melodrama into genuinely gripping storytelling.

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    Arcanum Unbounded: The Cosmere Collection

    The Cosmere

    by Brandon Sanderson

    Narrated by Michael Kramer, Kate Reading

    4.64 ABR Score (85.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.43 Goodreads (66.7K) ★ 4.82 Audible (18.7K)
    22h 31m listening time • Released 2016

    Kramer and Reading switch seamlessly between worlds, making each magic system feel distinct and alive—this is the perfect audiobook entry point to the Cosmere's interconnected universes.

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    Reckoning

    The Beginning after the End • Book 9

    by TurtleMe

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.64 ABR Score (7.2K ratings)
    ★ 4.68 Goodreads (3.8K) ★ 4.92 Audible (3.4K)
    22h 45m listening time • Released 2022

    Travis Baldree's narration transforms this ninth book into something genuinely gripping—his command of tension and character voices makes the political intrigue land harder than the action ever could.

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    The Primal Hunter 4

    The Primal Hunter • Book 4

    by Zogarth

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.64 ABR Score (21.3K ratings)
    ★ 4.52 Goodreads (12.5K) ★ 4.87 Audible (8.8K)
    20h 28m listening time • Released 2022

    Travis Baldree's narration captures Jake's deadpan humor perfectly as he stumbles through monster hunting and accidentally becomes crucial to Earth's political future. The progression feels genuinely earned, making each level-up and new ability land with real weight.

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    He Who Fights with Monsters 5

    He Who Fights with Monsters • Book 5

    by Shirtaloon, Travis Deverell

    Narrated by Heath Miller

    4.64 ABR Score (45.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.45 Goodreads (21.7K) ★ 4.83 Audible (23.7K)
    20h 5m listening time • Released 2022
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    Before They Are Hanged

    The First Law • Book 2

    by Joe Abercrombie

    Narrated by Steven Pacey

    4.64 ABR Score (243.2K ratings)
    ★ 4.36 Goodreads (221.5K) ★ 4.81 Audible (21.7K)
    22h 39m listening time • Released 2015

    Steven Pacey transforms a brutal, cynical fantasy into something unforgettable—his voice work makes each character so distinct and morally compromised that you'll find yourself rooting for the worst people imaginable.

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    The Primal Hunter 6

    The Primal Hunter • Book 6

    by Zogarth

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.63 ABR Score (16.3K ratings)
    ★ 4.54 Goodreads (10.8K) ★ 4.88 Audible (5.5K)
    20h 8m listening time • Released 2023

    Travis Baldree's narration transforms the series' escalating chaos into something genuinely thrilling—his pacing keeps you locked in through monster hunts, curse crafting, and absurdly high stakes disguised as slice-of-life moments.

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    He Who Fights with Monsters 9

    He Who Fights with Monsters • Book 9

    by Shirtaloon, Travis Deverell

    Narrated by Heath Miller

    4.62 ABR Score (27.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.51 Goodreads (16.3K) ★ 4.83 Audible (11.2K)
    28h 3m listening time • Released 2023
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    A Kingdom of Flesh and Fire

    Blood and Ash • Book 2

    by Jennifer L. Armentrout

    Narrated by Stina Nielsen

    4.62 ABR Score (622.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.31 Goodreads (603.8K) ★ 4.79 Audible (18.3K)
    24h 21m listening time • Released 2020

    Nielsen's narration turns the Poppy-Casteel tension into something electric. 24 hours of slow-burn romantasy that earns every moment.

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    Rains of Liscor

    The Wandering Inn • Book 7

    by Pirateaba

    Narrated by Andrea Parsneau

    4.61 ABR Score (8.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.62 Goodreads (3.6K) ★ 4.9 Audible (4.4K)
    33h 52m listening time • Released 2022
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    The Broken Eye

    Lightbringer • Book 3

    by Brent Weeks

    Narrated by Simon Vance

    4.61 ABR Score (81.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.44 Goodreads (69.5K) ★ 4.81 Audible (11.5K)
    29h 33m listening time • Released 2014

    Simon Vance transforms this sprawling dark fantasy epic into unmissable audio—his command of dozens of distinct voices keeps you locked in through 30 hours of political intrigue, magic systems, and genuine stakes where nobody's safe.

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    The Great Hunt

    The Wheel of Time • Book 2

    by Robert Jordan

    Narrated by Kate Reading, Michael Kramer

    4.61 ABR Score (406.9K ratings)
    ★ 4.27 Goodreads (358.9K) ★ 4.77 Audible (48.0K)
    26h 34m listening time • Released 2004

    Kate Reading and Michael Kramer split the narrative duties so seamlessly you forget you're listening to two voices—their chemistry elevates the scope and intimacy of Jordan's world-building in ways a single narrator couldn't touch.

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    Wizard and Glass: Dark Tower IV

    The Dark Tower • Book 4

    by King

    Narrated by Frank Muller

    4.61 ABR Score (245.9K ratings)
    ★ 4.27 Goodreads (222.4K) ★ 4.82 Audible (23.5K)
    27h 35m listening time • Released 2016
  56. 56
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    Tower of Dawn

    Throne of Glass • Book 6

    by Sarah J. Maas

    Narrated by Elizabeth Evans

    4.61 ABR Score (1.1M ratings)
    ★ 4.28 Goodreads (1.1M) ★ 4.76 Audible (27.7K)
    22h 39m listening time • Released 2017

    Elizabeth Evans brings such warmth and nuance to Yrene's journey that what could've been a side quest becomes genuinely moving—a character-driven pivot that justifies the entire 22-hour detour.

  57. 57
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    He Who Fights with Monsters 5: A LitRPG Adventure

    He Who Fights with Monsters • Book 5

    by Shirtaloon, Travis Deverell

    Narrated by Heath Miller

    4.61 ABR Score (68.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.45 Goodreads (21.7K) ★ 4.76 Audible (46.3K)
    28h 56m listening time • Released 2021
  58. 58
    The Shadow Rising cover

    The Shadow Rising

    The Wheel of Time • Book 4

    by Robert Jordan

    Narrated by Kate Reading, Michael Kramer

    4.61 ABR Score (298.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.29 Goodreads (263.6K) ★ 4.78 Audible (34.9K)
    41h 13m listening time • Released 2004

    Kate Reading and Michael Kramer split the massive narrative duties perfectly, making this 41-hour epic feel intimate despite its scope. The Shadow Rising is where the Wheel of Time explodes outward—multiple storylines, higher stakes, and genuine character transformation that justifies the length.

  59. 59
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    Defiance of the Fall 3

    Defiance of the Fall • Book 3

    by TheFirstDefier, J.F. Brink

    Narrated by Pavi Proczko

    4.61 ABR Score (20.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.49 Goodreads (11.2K) ★ 4.85 Audible (8.8K)
    24h 34m listening time • Released 2021
  60. 60
    The Dragon Reborn cover

    The Dragon Reborn

    The Wheel of Time • Book 3

    by Robert Jordan

    Narrated by Kate Reading, Michael Kramer

    4.61 ABR Score (365.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.28 Goodreads (326.7K) ★ 4.77 Audible (38.9K)
    24h 48m listening time • Released 2004

    Kate Reading and Michael Kramer's dual narration elevates this sprawling fantasy epic—their distinct voices anchor the multiple POVs so effectively you never lose the thread across nearly 25 hours.

  61. 61
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    The Primal Hunter 10

    The Primal Hunter • Book 10

    by Zogarth

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.60 ABR Score (14.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.54 Goodreads (8.2K) ★ 4.86 Audible (5.8K)
    20h 23m listening time • Released 2024

    Travis Baldree's narration transforms the escalating tournament chaos into pure adrenaline—his character work elevates every competitive showdown and makes the multiverse-spanning stakes feel genuinely earned.

  62. 62
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    The Return of the King

    Middle-earth • Book 4

    by J.R.R. Tolkien

    Narrated by Andy Serkis

    4.60 ABR Score (1.1M ratings)
    ★ 4.58 Goodreads (1.1M) ★ 4.89 Audible (505)
    21h 52m listening time • Released 2021
  63. 63
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    Mark of the Fool 6

    Mark of the Fool • Book 6

    by J.M. Clarke

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.60 ABR Score (8.9K ratings)
    ★ 4.55 Goodreads (4.9K) ★ 4.9 Audible (4.0K)
    23h 3m listening time • Released 2024

    Travis Baldree's narration elevates this sixth book into something rare: a sprawling magic academy saga that somehow gets better at balancing humor, stakes, and genuine revelation with each installment.

  64. 64
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    Mark of the Fool 7

    Mark of the Fool • Book 7

    by J.M. Clarke

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.59 ABR Score (8.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.59 Goodreads (4.5K) ★ 4.89 Audible (3.5K)
    21h 27m listening time • Released 2024

    Travis Baldree's performance hits different in book seven—his range across Alex's crew and the mounting conspiracies makes the intricate plotting actually thrilling to follow, not exhausting.

  65. 65
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    The Primal Hunter 11

    The Primal Hunter • Book 11

    by Zogarth

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.59 ABR Score (13.2K ratings)
    ★ 4.54 Goodreads (7.4K) ★ 4.85 Audible (5.8K)
    23h 31m listening time • Released 2025

    Travis Baldree's narration elevates this deep-dive into competitive dungeons and high-stakes power scaling—his command of pacing keeps 23 hours moving despite the intricate systems and strategic gameplay layers.

  66. 66
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    Black Sand Baron

    The Ripple System • Book 2

    by Kyle Kirrin

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.59 ABR Score (10.2K ratings)
    ★ 4.52 Goodreads (3.4K) ★ 4.88 Audible (6.8K)
    20h 1m listening time • Released 2021
  67. 67
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    Fool's Fate

    The Tawny Man • Book 3

    by Robin Hobb

    Narrated by James Langton

    4.59 ABR Score (97.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.5 Goodreads (91.5K) ★ 4.78 Audible (5.9K)
    32h 46m listening time • Released 2014
  68. 68
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    Last Argument of Kings

    The First Law • Book 3

    by Joe Abercrombie

    Narrated by Steven Pacey

    4.59 ABR Score (225.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.37 Goodreads (204.4K) ★ 4.75 Audible (21.0K)
    27h 4m listening time • Released 2015

    Steven Pacey's narration transforms this brutal finale into something operatic—each character's voice so distinct and lived-in that you forget you're listening to one man performing 27 hours of morally broken people destroying each other.

  69. 69
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    Lord of Chaos

    The Wheel of Time • Book 6

    by Robert Jordan

    Narrated by Kate Reading, Michael Kramer

    4.59 ABR Score (238.8K ratings)
    ★ 4.2 Goodreads (198.2K) ★ 4.8 Audible (40.6K)
    41h 32m listening time • Released 2005

    Kate Reading and Michael Kramer's dual narration transforms this sprawling epic into something genuinely immersive—their chemistry grounds the escalating chaos and makes 41 hours feel essential rather than exhausting.

  70. 70
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    Tears of Liscor

    The Wandering Inn • Book 9

    by Pirateaba

    Narrated by Andrea Parsneau

    4.59 ABR Score (5.8K ratings)
    ★ 4.69 Goodreads (3.2K) ★ 4.89 Audible (2.6K)
    45h 21m listening time • Released 2023
  71. 71
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    A Dance with Dragons

    A Song of Ice and Fire • Book 5

    by George R.R. Martin

    Narrated by Roy Dotrice

    4.59 ABR Score (803.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.34 Goodreads (743.1K) ★ 4.67 Audible (59.9K)
    48h 55m listening time • Released 2011
  72. 72
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    The Blinding Knife

    Lightbringer • Book 2

    by Brent Weeks

    Narrated by Simon Vance

    4.58 ABR Score (105.9K ratings)
    ★ 4.41 Goodreads (94.1K) ★ 4.78 Audible (11.8K)
    24h 14m listening time • Released 2012

    Simon Vance transforms an already ambitious magic system into something you can feel in your chest—his voice work sells the moral collapse of a protagonist who's literally crumbling from the inside.

  73. 73
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    The Last Light

    The Wandering Inn • Book 5

    by Pirateaba

    Narrated by Andrea Parsneau

    4.58 ABR Score (9.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.58 Goodreads (4.4K) ★ 4.85 Audible (5.2K)
    52h 17m listening time • Released 2021
  74. 74
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    Ascension

    The Beginning after the End • Book 8

    by TurtleMe

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.58 ABR Score (8.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.6 Goodreads (4.7K) ★ 4.86 Audible (3.9K)
    24h 18m listening time • Released 2021

    Travis Baldree's narration elevates this eighth installment into something genuinely gripping—his pacing through Arthur's isolation and desperation hits harder than the plot alone could carry.

  75. 75
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    Jade Legacy

    The Green Bone Saga • Book 3

    by Fonda Lee

    Narrated by Andrew Kishino

    4.58 ABR Score (49.3K ratings)
    ★ 4.62 Goodreads (47.0K) ★ 4.79 Audible (2.3K)
    28h 29m listening time • Released 2021
  76. 76
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    He Who Fights with Monsters 10

    He Who Fights with Monsters • Book 10

    by Shirtaloon

    Narrated by Heath Miller

    4.58 ABR Score (29.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.49 Goodreads (14.8K) ★ 4.78 Audible (14.3K)
    25h 18m listening time • Released 2023
  77. 77
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    Defiance of the Fall 4: A LitRPG Adventure

    Defiance of the Fall • Book 4

    by TheFirstDefier, Pavi Proczko, J.F. Brink

    Narrated by Pavi Proczko

    4.58 ABR Score (18.9K ratings)
    ★ 4.47 Goodreads (10.5K) ★ 4.83 Audible (8.4K)
    22h 47m listening time • Released 2022
  78. 78
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    House of Flame and Shadow

    Crescent City • Book 3

    by Sarah J. Maas

    Narrated by Elizabeth Evans

    4.57 ABR Score (732.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.24 Goodreads (710.4K) ★ 4.76 Audible (22.3K)
    29h 42m listening time • Released 2024

    Maas's most ambitious book ties three series together in one epic collision, and Evans delivers every twist across nearly 30 hours without losing steam.

  79. 79
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    A Little Hatred

    The Age of Madness • Book 1

    by Joe Abercrombie

    Narrated by Steven Pacey

    4.57 ABR Score (72.8K ratings)
    ★ 4.45 Goodreads (61.8K) ★ 4.76 Audible (11.1K)
    20h 20m listening time • Released 2019

    Steven Pacey turns Abercrombie's grimy, morally bankrupt world into something genuinely alive—his voice work makes you feel the desperation of each character's climb, and the political scheming lands with brutal comic timing.

  80. 80
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    The General of Izril

    The Wandering Inn • Book 6

    by Pirateaba

    Narrated by Andrea Parsneau

    4.57 ABR Score (8.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.59 Goodreads (3.9K) ★ 4.85 Audible (4.5K)
    34h 1m listening time • Released 2022
  81. 81
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    The Hunger of the Gods

    The Bloodsworn Saga • Book 2

    by John Gwynne

    Narrated by Colin Mace

    4.57 ABR Score (59.3K ratings)
    ★ 4.49 Goodreads (55.8K) ★ 4.81 Audible (3.5K)
    22h 58m listening time • Released 2022
  82. 82
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    Esrahaddon

    The Rise and Fall • Book 3

    by Michael J. Sullivan

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds, Michael J. Sullivan, Robin Sullivan

    4.57 ABR Score (7.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.64 Goodreads (4.7K) ★ 4.86 Audible (2.4K)
    29h 32m listening time • Released 2023

    Tim Gerard Reynolds elevates this final Rise and Fall chapter with a performance that makes a morally ambiguous antihero genuinely compelling—Sullivan's own narration adds an extra layer of intimacy to a story that demands you question everything you thought you knew.

  83. 83
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    Defiance of the Fall 8

    Defiance of the Fall • Book 8

    by TheFirstDefier, J.F. Brink

    Narrated by Pavi Proczko

    4.56 ABR Score (13.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.48 Goodreads (7.4K) ★ 4.84 Audible (6.1K)
    23h 22m listening time • Released 2022
  84. 84
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    Winter Solstice

    The Wandering Inn • Book 4

    by Pirateaba

    Narrated by Andrea Parsneau

    4.56 ABR Score (10.3K ratings)
    ★ 4.53 Goodreads (4.7K) ★ 4.84 Audible (5.6K)
    34h 14m listening time • Released 2021
  85. 85
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    Defiance of the Fall 5

    Defiance of the Fall • Book 5

    by TheFirstDefier, J.F. Brink

    Narrated by Pavi Proczko

    4.56 ABR Score (17.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.49 Goodreads (10.1K) ★ 4.81 Audible (7.3K)
    24h 11m listening time • Released 2022
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    Crown

    Unbound • Book 9

    by Nicoli Gonnella

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.56 ABR Score (4.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.67 Goodreads (2.6K) ★ 4.9 Audible (2.1K)
    22h 6m listening time • Released 2024

    Travis Baldree's narration transforms this ninth book into an epic endurance test that matches its characters' desperation—the pacing, the vocal shifts between Felix's internal torment and external chaos, the sheer stamina required to deliver 22 hours of escalating stakes all land with visceral impact.

  87. 87
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    Rise of Empire

    The Riyria Revelations #3-4 • Book 2

    by Michael J. Sullivan

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    4.55 ABR Score (82.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.36 Goodreads (57.6K) ★ 4.74 Audible (24.9K)
    26h 27m listening time • Released 2012

    Tim Gerard Reynolds transforms Sullivan's character-driven fantasy into something magnetic—his performance makes you believe in Royce and Hadrian's fractured friendship as the emotional core that matters more than any empire crumbling around them.

  88. 88
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    Threshold

    Unbound • Book 5

    by Nicoli Gonnella

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.55 ABR Score (6.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.61 Goodreads (4.0K) ★ 4.86 Audible (2.7K)
    24h 26m listening time • Released 2022

    Travis Baldree's narration transforms this escalating fantasy into something genuinely gripping—his pacing nails the tension between political intrigue and cosmic dread, making the 24-hour runtime fly by.

  89. 89
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    Warbreaker

    The Cosmere • Book 5

    by Brandon Sanderson

    Narrated by Alyssa Bresnahan

    4.55 ABR Score (320.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.29 Goodreads (285.7K) ★ 4.71 Audible (34.3K)
    24h 56m listening time • Released 2015

    A standalone Sanderson that showcases his best qualities — two princesses, a reluctant god, and a magic system based on color and breath that's as elegant as it gets.

  90. 90
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    Flowers of Esthelm

    The Wandering Inn • Book 3

    by Pirateaba

    Narrated by Andrea Parsneau

    4.55 ABR Score (14.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.49 Goodreads (8.3K) ★ 4.81 Audible (6.3K)
    37h 37m listening time • Released 2021
  91. 91
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    Azarinth Healer: Book Five

    Azarinth Healer • Book 5

    by Rhaegar

    Narrated by Andrea Parsneau

    4.55 ABR Score (5.2K ratings)
    ★ 4.64 Goodreads (3.4K) ★ 4.89 Audible (1.9K)
    20h 18m listening time • Released 2025
  92. 92
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    Onyx Storm

    The Empyrean • Book 3

    by Rebecca Yarros

    Narrated by Jasmin Walker, Justis Bolding, Teddy Hamilton, Rebecca Soler

    4.55 ABR Score (1.8M ratings)
    ★ 4.21 Goodreads (1.7M) ★ 4.69 Audible (36.9K)
    23h 52m listening time • Released 2025

    The four-narrator ensemble cast transforms this into pure immersion—each voice locks you into a character's perspective so completely that the 24-hour runtime vanishes.

  93. 93
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    Mark of the Fool 9

    Mark of the Fool • Book 9

    by J.M. Clarke

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.55 ABR Score (6.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.56 Goodreads (3.4K) ★ 4.88 Audible (3.0K)
    20h 52m listening time • Released 2025

    Travis Baldree's narration hits peak form here—he captures Alex's desperation and ingenuity with the same precision that made earlier books addictive, while the escalating stakes finally force a reckoning with the magic system that's defined the entire series.

  94. 94
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    Defiance of the Fall 11

    Defiance of the Fall • Book 11

    by TheFirstDefier, J.F. Brink

    Narrated by Pavi Proczko

    4.55 ABR Score (9.9K ratings)
    ★ 4.51 Goodreads (6.0K) ★ 4.84 Audible (3.9K)
    24h 47m listening time • Released 2023
  95. 95
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    Vault

    Unbound • Book 8

    by Nicoli Gonnella

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.54 ABR Score (4.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.65 Goodreads (3.0K) ★ 4.9 Audible (1.7K)
    25h 34m listening time • Released 2023

    Travis Baldree's narration transforms this into an immersive power fantasy where every ability upgrade and stronghold expansion hits harder. Eight books in and Gonnella's still finding new ways to make progression feel earned and genuinely thrilling.

  96. 96
    The Fires of Heaven cover

    The Fires of Heaven

    The Wheel of Time • Book 5

    by Robert Jordan

    Narrated by Kate Reading, Michael Kramer

    4.54 ABR Score (243.3K ratings)
    ★ 4.2 Goodreads (213.4K) ★ 4.76 Audible (29.9K)
    36h 27m listening time • Released 2005

    Reading and Kramer's dual narration elevates the series' most pivotal turning point, giving every faction and character their own voice as the world fractures around the Dragon Reborn.

  97. 97
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    Abyss

    Unbound • Book 7

    by Nicoli Gonnella

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.54 ABR Score (5.2K ratings)
    ★ 4.64 Goodreads (3.4K) ★ 4.88 Audible (1.8K)
    28h 36m listening time • Released 2023

    Travis Baldree's narration transforms this sprawling ensemble story into something genuinely gripping—he makes Felix's moral exhaustion and his friends' newfound powers feel earned and devastating.

  98. 98
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    The Burning White

    Lightbringer • Book 5

    by Brent Weeks

    Narrated by Simon Vance

    4.54 ABR Score (48.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.26 Goodreads (38.1K) ★ 4.83 Audible (10.6K)
    39h 4m listening time • Released 2019

    Simon Vance transforms the epic conclusion into a masterclass of vocal control—wielding distinct voices across dozens of characters while maintaining the emotional gut-punch of Weeks's finale across 39 hours without a stumble.

  99. 99
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    The Titan of Baleros

    The Wandering Inn • Book 11

    by Pirateaba

    Narrated by Andrea Parsneau

    4.54 ABR Score (5.2K ratings)
    ★ 4.58 Goodreads (2.6K) ★ 4.89 Audible (2.6K)
    40h 55m listening time • Released 2023
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    Expanse

    Unbound • Book 6

    by Nicoli Gonnella

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.53 ABR Score (5.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.63 Goodreads (3.6K) ★ 4.87 Audible (1.9K)
    29h 41m listening time • Released 2023

    Travis Baldree transforms this sprawling power-fantasy sequel into something genuinely unputdownable—his command of tone shifts from intimate scheming to apocalyptic dread makes the 30-hour runtime vanish. If you've been sleeping on the Unbound series, this is where it becomes unmissable.

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    Hell's Wardens

    The Wandering Inn • Book 14

    by Pirateaba

    Narrated by Andrea Parsneau

    4.53 ABR Score (4.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.67 Goodreads (2.0K) ★ 4.89 Audible (2.2K)
    26h 32m listening time • Released 2024
  102. 102
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    The Eye of the World

    The Wheel of Time • Book 1

    by Robert Jordan

    Narrated by Kate Reading, Michael Kramer

    4.53 ABR Score (667.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.19 Goodreads (598.1K) ★ 4.68 Audible (69.0K)
    29h 57m listening time • Released 2006

    Jordan's doorstop epic that launched a 14-book saga — vast, immersive world-building with a classic hero's journey that deepens into something far more complex.

  103. 103
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    The Heroes

    First Law World • Book 5

    by Joe Abercrombie

    Narrated by Steven Pacey

    4.53 ABR Score (87.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.35 Goodreads (77.8K) ★ 4.76 Audible (9.3K)
    23h 5m listening time • Released 2016

    Steven Pacey elevates this three-day brutal siege into a masterclass in unreliable narration, giving each hardened warrior their own unforgettable voice while the carnage strips away every illusion of honor. The audiobook transforms what could be a straightforward battle into a darkly funny meditation on ambition and mortality.

  104. 104
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    The Light of All That Falls

    The Licanius Trilogy • Book 3

    by James Islington

    Narrated by Michael Kramer

    4.53 ABR Score (53.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.4 Goodreads (41.6K) ★ 4.74 Audible (11.8K)
    30h 39m listening time • Released 2019

    Michael Kramer's masterful performance anchors this epic finale, making the intricate magic system and devastating character reckoning feel earned rather than overwrought.

  105. 105
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    Scholar of Magic

    Art of the Adept • Book 3

    by Michael G. Manning

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    4.53 ABR Score (9.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.45 Goodreads (5.1K) ★ 4.84 Audible (4.6K)
    21h 26m listening time • Released 2021

    Tim Gerard Reynolds transforms this sprawling fantasy into something genuinely gripping—his voice work makes Will's isolation and desperation feel visceral across 21 hours, turning what could be a slow burn into compulsive listening.

  106. 106
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    Fae and Fare

    The Wandering Inn • Book 2

    by Pirateaba

    Narrated by Andrea Parsneau

    4.52 ABR Score (17.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.48 Goodreads (9.1K) ★ 4.77 Audible (7.9K)
    61h 4m listening time • Released 2020
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    The Blood Mirror

    Lightbringer • Book 4

    by Brent Weeks

    Narrated by Simon Vance

    4.52 ABR Score (66.9K ratings)
    ★ 4.32 Goodreads (53.2K) ★ 4.76 Audible (13.7K)
    20h 30m listening time • Released 2016

    Simon Vance's vocal range makes the sprawling cast feel like distinct people, turning a massive fantasy epic into something intimate. The fourth book's emotional gut-punches land hardest in audio form.

  108. 108
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    Empire

    Unbound • Book 10

    by Nicoli Gonnella

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.52 ABR Score (3.8K ratings)
    ★ 4.65 Goodreads (2.0K) ★ 4.9 Audible (1.8K)
    21h 36m listening time • Released 2024

    Travis Baldree elevates this sprawling fantasy mystery with the same vocal precision that made him a legend in the genre—each character distinct, every twist landing harder. Ten books deep and this series still escalates its stakes without losing the character work that makes you care who survives.

  109. 109
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    The Empire of Gold

    The Daevabad Trilogy • Book 3

    by S.A. Chakraborty

    Narrated by Soneela Nankani

    4.52 ABR Score (79.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.49 Goodreads (76.6K) ★ 4.76 Audible (2.4K)
    28h 37m listening time • Released 2020
  110. 110
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    Dawn of Wonder

    The Wakening • Book 1

    by Jonathan Renshaw

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    4.52 ABR Score (68.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.35 Goodreads (26.0K) ★ 4.7 Audible (42.7K)
    29h 31m listening time • Released 2025

    Tim Gerard Reynolds transforms this sprawling coming-of-age epic into something genuinely immersive—his voice work across dozens of characters makes the 29-hour journey feel intimate despite the massive scope.

  111. 111
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    Eldest

    The Inheritance Cycle • Book 2

    by Christopher Paolini

    Narrated by Gerard Doyle

    4.52 ABR Score (526.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.05 Goodreads (495.5K) ★ 4.78 Audible (30.8K)
    23h 30m listening time • Released 2010
  112. 112
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    Mark of the Fool 2

    Mark of the Fool • Book 2

    by J.M. Clarke

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.52 ABR Score (13.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.41 Goodreads (8.2K) ★ 4.82 Audible (5.4K)
    21h 51m listening time • Released 2023

    Travis Baldree's narration transforms this sequel into something genuinely immersive—his range selling everything from comedic alchemy mishaps to creeping dread as the mystery darkens.

  113. 113
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    Defiance of the Fall 7

    Defiance of the Fall • Book 7

    by TheFirstDefier, J.F. Brink

    Narrated by Pavi Proczko

    4.52 ABR Score (14.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.4 Goodreads (7.9K) ★ 4.81 Audible (6.9K)
    23h 3m listening time • Released 2022
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    Secrets and Spellcraft

    Art of the Adept • Book 2

    by Michael G. Manning

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    4.51 ABR Score (12.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.4 Goodreads (6.6K) ★ 4.83 Audible (5.4K)
    21h 9m listening time • Released 2020

    Tim Gerard Reynolds elevates this magic-school story into something darker and more cunning—his narration captures the slow-burn tension of a protagonist realizing the entire system he's entering is built on corruption, and he's the only one willing to say it.

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    The Book of Life

    All Souls • Book 3

    by Deborah Harkness

    Narrated by Jennifer Ikeda

    4.51 ABR Score (251.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.21 Goodreads (221.0K) ★ 4.72 Audible (30.0K)
    23h 53m listening time • Released 2014
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    Knife of Dreams

    The Wheel of Time • Book 11

    by Robert Jordan

    Narrated by Kate Reading, Michael Kramer

    4.51 ABR Score (172.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.2 Goodreads (149.6K) ★ 4.75 Audible (22.9K)
    32h 19m listening time • Released 2005

    Kate Reading and Michael Kramer's dual narration transforms this turning point into something genuinely epic—their voices anchor you through 32 hours of intricate plotting as the series finally accelerates toward its endgame.

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    The Wound of the World

    The Cycle of Galand • Book 3

    by Edward W. Robertson

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    4.51 ABR Score (11.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.44 Goodreads (2.1K) ★ 4.82 Audible (9.3K)
    21h 5m listening time • Released 2017

    Tim Gerard Reynolds elevates this political thriller with a narrator's precision that makes every alliance shift and whispered threat land with genuine dread. The third book's intricate web of war, starvation, and hidden powers demands his caliber of performance.

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    Kingdom Blades

    A Pattern of Shadow & Light • Book 4

    by Melissa McPhail

    Narrated by Nick Podehl

    4.51 ABR Score (7.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.59 Goodreads (1.9K) ★ 4.8 Audible (5.8K)
    42h 12m listening time • Released 2017

    Nick Podehl's performance elevates this already intricate fantasy epic, bringing crystalline clarity to McPhail's layered plot and multiple POVs across 42 hours—he makes you care deeply about characters trapped in impossible moral positions.

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    The Blade Itself

    The First Law Trilogy • Book 1

    by Joe Abercrombie

    Narrated by Steven Pacey

    4.50 ABR Score (344.3K ratings)
    ★ 4.22 Goodreads (317.5K) ★ 4.7 Audible (26.8K)
    22h 15m listening time • Released 2015

    Abercrombie's grimdark debut is a deliberate subversion of fantasy tropes — morally compromised heroes, no clean victories, and some of the sharpest dialogue in the genre.

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    Defiance of the Fall 6

    Defiance of the Fall • Book 6

    by TheFirstDefier, J.F. Brink

    Narrated by Pavi Proczko

    4.49 ABR Score (15.8K ratings)
    ★ 4.37 Goodreads (8.3K) ★ 4.79 Audible (7.4K)
    23h 1m listening time • Released 2022
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    Garden of Sanctuary

    The Wandering Inn • Book 15

    by Pirateaba

    Narrated by Andrea Parsneau

    4.49 ABR Score (3.8K ratings)
    ★ 4.58 Goodreads (1.6K) ★ 4.89 Audible (2.2K)
    31h 13m listening time • Released 2025
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    Azarinth Healer: Book Three

    Azarinth Healer • Book 3

    by Rhaegar

    Narrated by Andrea Parsneau

    4.49 ABR Score (7.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.53 Goodreads (5.0K) ★ 4.81 Audible (2.5K)
    29h 23m listening time • Released 2023
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    LastRock

    The Immortal Great Souls • Book 3

    by Phil Tucker

    Narrated by Nick Podehl

    4.49 ABR Score (4.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.63 Goodreads (3.2K) ★ 4.87 Audible (1.1K)
    26h 2m listening time • Released 2024

    Nick Podehl's performance transforms Tucker's descent into hell from concept into visceral experience—his range across grotesque creatures, conflicted allies, and Scorio's hardening resolve makes 26 hours vanish.

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    Defiance of the Fall 12

    Defiance of the Fall • Book 12

    by TheFirstDefier, J.F. Brink

    Narrated by Pavi Proczko

    4.49 ABR Score (9.9K ratings)
    ★ 4.46 Goodreads (5.7K) ★ 4.79 Audible (4.3K)
    26h 24m listening time • Released 2024
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    The Empress of Beasts

    The Wandering Inn • Book 13

    by Pirateaba

    Narrated by Andrea Parsneau

    4.48 ABR Score (4.3K ratings)
    ★ 4.53 Goodreads (2.1K) ★ 4.88 Audible (2.3K)
    28h 59m listening time • Released 2024
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    Disciple of War

    Art of the Adept • Book 4

    by Michael G. Manning

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    4.48 ABR Score (8.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.44 Goodreads (4.4K) ★ 4.81 Audible (4.3K)
    21h 44m listening time • Released 2021

    Tim Gerard Reynolds transforms this sprawling fantasy epic into something genuinely unputdownable—his layered character work makes the impossible stakes feel personal and the moral compromises cut deep.

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    The Light of Life

    The Cycle of Galand • Book 4

    by Edward W. Robertson

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    4.48 ABR Score (10.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.44 Goodreads (1.9K) ★ 4.8 Audible (8.8K)
    21h 23m listening time • Released 2017

    Tim Gerard Reynolds transforms this high-stakes finale into a masterclass of sustained tension—his voice work across multiple characters keeps you locked in for 21 hours straight. By book four, Robertson's world-ending stakes finally pay off.

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    Azarinth Healer: Book Four

    Azarinth Healer • Book 4

    by Rhaegar

    Narrated by Andrea Parsneau

    4.48 ABR Score (6.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.58 Goodreads (4.2K) ★ 4.81 Audible (1.9K)
    23h 2m listening time • Released 2024
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    System Clash

    System Universe • Book 8

    by SunriseCV

    Narrated by Adam Verner

    4.48 ABR Score (3.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.64 Goodreads (2.6K) ★ 4.88 Audible (1.1K)
    25h 27m listening time • Released 2026
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    A Crown of Swords

    The Wheel of Time • Book 7

    by Robert Jordan

    Narrated by Kate Reading, Michael Kramer

    4.48 ABR Score (224.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.07 Goodreads (187.9K) ★ 4.74 Audible (36.8K)
    30h 24m listening time • Released 2006

    Kate Reading and Michael Kramer elevate this sprawling seventh book into something genuinely immersive, their dual narration making the fractured POV structure feel like eavesdropping on a world coming apart at the seams.

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    The Black Prism

    Lightbringer Saga • Book 1

    by Brent Weeks

    Narrated by Simon Vance

    4.47 ABR Score (147.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.23 Goodreads (132.5K) ★ 4.71 Audible (15.0K)
    21h 26m listening time • Released 2015

    Weeks's Lightbringer series is built on one of fantasy's most original magic systems — wielders can split light into physical power, and the politics around that ability are masterful.

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    Wolves of the Calla

    The Dark Tower • Book 5

    by Stephen King, Bernie Wrightson

    Narrated by George Guidall

    4.47 ABR Score (221.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.2 Goodreads (203.6K) ★ 4.7 Audible (17.5K)
    26h 20m listening time • Released 2003

    George Guidall's performance transforms King's most ambitious Dark Tower installment into pure immersion—his voice captures every shade of dread and desperation across 26 hours that feel essential rather than excessive.

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    Alchemised

    by SenLinYu

    Narrated by Saskia Maarleveld

    4.46 ABR Score (237.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.37 Goodreads (227.8K) ★ 4.64 Audible (9.8K)
    36h 14m listening time • Released 2025

    Saskia Maarleveld's performance transforms this dark fantasy debut into something genuinely unsettling—her voice work for the necromantic elements is so immersive you'll forget you're listening.

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    Brisingr

    The Inheritance Cycle • Book 3

    by Christopher Paolini

    Narrated by Gerard Doyle

    4.46 ABR Score (438.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.11 Goodreads (418.6K) ★ 4.71 Audible (20.1K)
    29h 34m listening time • Released 2008
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    Best Served Cold

    First Law World • Book 4

    by Joe Abercrombie

    Narrated by Steven Pacey

    4.46 ABR Score (126.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.25 Goodreads (113.4K) ★ 4.7 Audible (12.7K)
    26h 29m listening time • Released 2016

    Steven Pacey transforms a revenge epic into pure theater—his vocal range and timing make every scheming bastard feel like a fully realized antagonist, and the 26-hour runtime gives you time to savor the brutality.

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    The Rascor Plains

    The Immortal Great Souls • Book 2

    by Phil Tucker

    Narrated by Nick Podehl

    4.46 ABR Score (5.3K ratings)
    ★ 4.6 Goodreads (4.0K) ★ 4.81 Audible (1.3K)
    24h 10m listening time • Released 2023

    Nick Podehl's performance transforms this sprawling fantasy sequel into something genuinely immersive—his voice work across dozens of characters feels lived-in rather than performed, pulling you deep into Scorio's paranoid, fractured journey across a hostile world.

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    Paths of Alir

    A Pattern of Shadow & Light • Book 3

    by Melissa McPhail

    Narrated by Nick Podehl

    4.46 ABR Score (8.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.49 Goodreads (2.5K) ★ 4.76 Audible (6.1K)
    34h 44m listening time • Released 2016

    Nick Podehl's performance transforms this intricate epic into something genuinely immersive—his character work across dozens of voices keeps you anchored through 35 hours of layered magic and political intrigue.

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    Mark of the Fool 3

    Mark of the Fool • Book 3

    by J.M. Clarke

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.46 ABR Score (10.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.41 Goodreads (6.4K) ★ 4.78 Audible (3.6K)
    22h 51m listening time • Released 2023

    Travis Baldree elevates Clarke's intricate magic system and character dynamics into something genuinely immersive—his voice work makes the conspiracies land harder and the stakes feel personal across nearly 23 hours.

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    Wind and Truth

    The Stormlight Archive • Book 5

    by Brandon Sanderson

    Narrated by Kate Reading, Michael Kramer

    4.45 ABR Score (160.9K ratings)
    ★ 4.37 Goodreads (139.0K) ★ 4.6 Audible (21.9K)
    62h 48m listening time • Released 2024

    Kate Reading and Michael Kramer elevate an already massive climax with perfectly calibrated performances that make 62 hours feel essential, not exhausting. Sanderson's payoff demands narrators who can handle intimate character moments and apocalyptic stakes equally, and they nail both.

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    What Lies Beyond

    The Cycle of Galand • Book 6

    by Edward W. Robertson

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    4.45 ABR Score (5.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.49 Goodreads (1.0K) ★ 4.84 Audible (4.5K)
    23h 14m listening time • Released 2020

    Tim Gerard Reynolds transforms this high-stakes quest into something genuinely gripping—his voice work across multiple characters and realms keeps a 23-hour epic feeling urgent and intimate.

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    Defiance of the Fall 9

    Defiance of the Fall • Book 9

    by TheFirstDefier, J.F. Brink

    Narrated by Pavi Proczko

    4.45 ABR Score (10.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.46 Goodreads (7.1K) ★ 4.75 Audible (3.3K)
    22h 34m listening time • Released 2023
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    The Four-Part Key

    The Aldoran Chronicles • Book 3

    by Michael Wisehart

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    4.45 ABR Score (4.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.58 Goodreads (2.5K) ★ 4.81 Audible (2.0K)
    35h 36m listening time • Released 2021

    Tim Gerard Reynolds transforms this sprawling fantasy epic into something genuinely unputdownable, with a performance so precise it elevates Wisehart's intricate worldbuilding and multiple storylines into something close to immersive theater.

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    Blood Song

    Raven's Shadow • Book 1

    by Anthony Ryan

    Narrated by Steven Brand

    4.45 ABR Score (109.2K ratings)
    ★ 4.41 Goodreads (92.6K) ★ 4.6 Audible (16.6K)
    23h 5m listening time • Released 2013

    Ryan's debut surprised the entire genre — a lean, propulsive story of a warrior monk told in retrospect, with some of the best combat writing in modern fantasy.

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    Retribution

    The Beginning after the End • Book 10

    by TurtleMe

    Narrated by Travis Baldree, Elizabeth Evans

    4.45 ABR Score (4.8K ratings)
    ★ 4.61 Goodreads (2.7K) ★ 4.78 Audible (2.1K)
    23h 7m listening time • Released 2023

    Travis Baldree and Elizabeth Evans elevate this sprawling power fantasy with dual narration that captures both Arthur's internal conflict and the epic stakes surrounding him. At 23 hours, it's a massive payoff for fans invested in watching him actually build allies instead of just getting stronger alone.

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    Legacy of the Fallen

    Ascend Online • Book 2

    by Luke Chmilenko

    Narrated by Luke Daniels

    4.45 ABR Score (15.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.29 Goodreads (5.2K) ★ 4.77 Audible (10.3K)
    24h 11m listening time • Released 2018

    Luke Daniels brings genuine warmth and authority to Marcus's journey, making the political intrigue and combat feel earned rather than rushed. Chmilenko deepens everything the first book established, turning a settlement simulator into something with real stakes.

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    The Choice of Magic

    Art of the Adept • Book 1

    by Michael G. Manning

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    4.45 ABR Score (12.8K ratings)
    ★ 4.4 Goodreads (8.5K) ★ 4.75 Audible (4.3K)
    20h 42m listening time • Released 2020

    Tim Gerard Reynolds' performance elevates this magic-system deep dive into something genuinely immersive—he makes the slow burn of discovery feel urgent, not tedious. If you want fantasy that treats wizardry like a craft to master rather than a power to wield, this is it.

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    The Strength of the Few

    Hierarchy • Book 2

    by James Islington

    Narrated by Euan Morton

    4.44 ABR Score (85.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.35 Goodreads (80.6K) ★ 4.69 Audible (5.0K)
    31h 10m listening time • Released 2025
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    Red Seas Under Red Skies

    Gentleman Bastard • Book 2

    by Scott Lynch

    Narrated by Michael Page

    4.44 ABR Score (166.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.25 Goodreads (161.6K) ★ 4.72 Audible (5.1K)
    25h 56m listening time • Released 2020
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    Soulbrand

    Weapons and Wielders • Book 3

    by Andrew Rowe

    Narrated by Nick Podehl

    4.44 ABR Score (6.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.46 Goodreads (3.7K) ★ 4.79 Audible (2.9K)
    26h 13m listening time • Released 2021

    Nick Podehl's performance elevates this tournament-arc fantasy into something genuinely gripping—his character work transforms what could be rote competition beats into moments that actually land emotionally.

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    Theft of Swords

    Riyria Revelations • Book 1

    by Michael J. Sullivan

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    4.44 ABR Score (110.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.23 Goodreads (77.8K) ★ 4.65 Audible (32.2K)
    22h 38m listening time • Released 2012

    Sullivan's Riyria Chronicles offer pure fantasy comfort — two rogues-for-hire stumbling into conspiracies, with pitch-perfect banter and Tim Gerard Reynolds's magnetic narration.

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    The Keeper Chronicles

    The Keeper Chronicles #1-3 • Book 1

    by J.A. Andrews

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    4.44 ABR Score (10.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.5 Goodreads (4.3K) ★ 4.7 Audible (6.4K)
    46h 32m listening time • Released 2020
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    A Feast for Crows

    A Song of Ice and Fire • Book 4

    by George R.R. Martin

    Narrated by Roy Dotrice

    4.44 ABR Score (855.2K ratings)
    ★ 4.17 Goodreads (797.4K) ★ 4.58 Audible (57.8K)
    33h 51m listening time • Released 2011

    Roy Dotrice's performance transforms this sprawling political nightmare into something hypnotic—his voice work across dozens of characters makes the intrigue feel intimate even at 34 hours.

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    The Kingdom of Copper

    The Daevabad Trilogy • Book 2

    by S.A. Chakraborty

    Narrated by Soneela Nankani

    4.44 ABR Score (96.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.38 Goodreads (93.4K) ★ 4.7 Audible (2.7K)
    23h 14m listening time • Released 2019
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    Memories of Prophecies

    Instrument Of Omens • Book 2

    by Davis Ashura

    Narrated by Nick Podehl

    4.44 ABR Score (5.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.51 Goodreads (2.7K) ★ 4.8 Audible (2.3K)
    21h 34m listening time • Released 2021

    Nick Podehl transforms this sequel into something rare: a sprawling epic that feels intimate. His narration grounds Cinder's grief and conflicted loyalty so deeply you'll forget you're listening to a 21-hour book.

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    Mark of the Fool 10

    Mark of the Fool • Book 10

    by J.M. Clarke

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.43 ABR Score (2.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.59 Goodreads (1.9K) ★ 4.92 Audible (720)
    23h 22m listening time • Released 2026

    Travis Baldree's narration carries you through the series' payoff with perfect pacing: he makes the final confrontation feel as massive as it deserves, matching Clarke's escalating magic and strategy with vocal intensity that rewards your 10-book investment.

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    Defiance of the Fall

    Defiance of the Fall • Book 1

    by TheFirstDefier, J.F. Brink

    Narrated by Pavi Proczko

    4.43 ABR Score (26.9K ratings)
    ★ 4.34 Goodreads (15.9K) ★ 4.69 Audible (11.0K)
    23h 29m listening time • Released 2021
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    The Gunslinger

    The Dark Tower • Book 1

    by Stephen King

    Narrated by George Guidall

    4.43 ABR Score (692.5K ratings)
    ★ 3.91 Goodreads (668.4K) ★ 4.75 Audible (24.1K)
    28h 50m listening time • Released 2004

    George Guidall's weathered drawl transforms King's western-noir odyssey into pure atmospheric immersion—every dusty town and moral standoff lands harder when delivered by a voice born for moral ambiguity.

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    Azarinth Healer: Book Six

    Azarinth Healer • Book 6

    by Rhaegar, Portal Books

    Narrated by Andrea Parsneau

    4.43 ABR Score (2.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.58 Goodreads (1.5K) ★ 4.9 Audible (987)
    20h 7m listening time • Released 2026
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    Golden Fool

    The Tawny Man • Book 2

    by Robin Hobb

    Narrated by James Langton

    4.43 ABR Score (98.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.39 Goodreads (94.6K) ★ 4.66 Audible (4.0K)
    26h 26m listening time • Released 2014
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    Hunger

    Unbound • Book 3

    by Nicoli Gonnella

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.43 ABR Score (9.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.42 Goodreads (5.6K) ★ 4.75 Audible (3.4K)
    28h 7m listening time • Released 2022

    Travis Baldree's narration transforms this into a masterclass in vocal tension—his performance captures the claustrophobic dread of Felix caught between an Inquisition hunting monsters and the very monster living inside him.

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    Shadeslinger

    The Ripple System • Book 1

    by Kyle Kirrin

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.42 ABR Score (13.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.33 Goodreads (4.7K) ★ 4.74 Audible (8.3K)
    21h 32m listening time • Released 2021
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    An Echo of Things to Come

    The Licanius Trilogy • Book 2

    by James Islington

    Narrated by Michael Kramer

    4.42 ABR Score (70.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.2 Goodreads (53.8K) ★ 4.69 Audible (16.7K)
    26h 28m listening time • Released 2017

    Michael Kramer's measured, deliberate performance transforms Islington's intricate fantasy into something hypnotic—each revelation lands harder when you hear it spoken aloud, and the complex mythology finally clicks into place.

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    The Devils

    The Devils • Book 1

    by Joe Abercrombie

    Narrated by Steven Pacey

    4.42 ABR Score (69.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.22 Goodreads (62.8K) ★ 4.72 Audible (6.9K)
    25h 6m listening time • Released 2025

    Steven Pacey transforms a morally fractured cast of monsters into characters you'll actually root for—Abercrombie's darkest work gets its perfect voice match.

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    The Sixth Strand

    A Pattern of Shadow & Light • Book 5

    by Melissa McPhail

    Narrated by Nick Podehl

    4.42 ABR Score (3.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.63 Goodreads (1.2K) ★ 4.79 Audible (2.5K)
    36h 34m listening time • Released 2019

    Nick Podehl's performance anchors this sprawling epic with such command that the intricate magic system and high-stakes mythology feel inevitable rather than overwhelming—a masterclass in bringing dense fantasy to life.

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    Shattersoul

    The Ripple System • Book 4

    by Kyle Kirrin

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.42 ABR Score (3.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.46 Goodreads (1.7K) ★ 4.85 Audible (1.9K)
    20h 15m listening time • Released 2023

    Travis Baldree's narration elevates this fourth installment into something genuinely immersive—his voice work on Frank's internal chaos and the escalating tournament tension makes the 20 hours fly. The stakes feel real because Baldree sells them.

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    Kushiel's Avatar

    Phèdre's Trilogy • Book 3

    by Jacqueline Carey

    Narrated by Anne Flosnik

    4.42 ABR Score (39.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.38 Goodreads (38.0K) ★ 4.74 Audible (1.5K)
    31h 21m listening time • Released 2009
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    Winter's Heart

    The Wheel of Time • Book 9

    by Robert Jordan

    Narrated by Kate Reading, Michael Kramer

    4.41 ABR Score (184.6K ratings)
    ★ 3.97 Goodreads (156.2K) ★ 4.73 Audible (28.4K)
    24h 12m listening time • Released 2011

    Reading and Kramer's dual narration elevates this sprawling ninth book into something genuinely immersive—their distinct voices keep multiple storylines clear across 24 hours without a single moment of fatigue.

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    Fury

    Unbound • Book 4

    by Nicoli Gonnella

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.41 ABR Score (7.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.44 Goodreads (4.7K) ★ 4.74 Audible (2.9K)
    23h 37m listening time • Released 2022

    Travis Baldree's performance elevates this fourth Unbound book into something special—his intensity matches Felix's raw power perfectly as the city tears itself apart and unlikely allies rally to his banner.

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    The Witch of Webs

    The Wandering Inn • Book 12

    by Pirateaba

    Narrated by Andrea Parsneau

    4.41 ABR Score (4.8K ratings)
    ★ 4.48 Goodreads (2.3K) ★ 4.78 Audible (2.5K)
    45h 53m listening time • Released 2024
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    Azarinth Healer: Book One

    Azarinth Healer • Book 1

    by Rhaegar

    Narrated by Andrea Parsneau

    4.41 ABR Score (15.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.45 Goodreads (10.9K) ★ 4.66 Audible (4.8K)
    24h 53m listening time • Released 2022
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    Brimstone

    The Fae & Alchemy Series • Book 2

    by Callie Hart

    Narrated by Stella Bloom, Anthony Palmini

    4.40 ABR Score (289.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.07 Goodreads (276.2K) ★ 4.69 Audible (13.5K)
    24h 30m listening time • Released 2025

    Stella Bloom and Anthony Palmini elevate this dark fantasy sequel with dual narration that captures the razor-sharp tension between duty and desire, making a brutal world feel devastatingly intimate.

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    Shadow of Night

    All Souls • Book 2

    by Deborah Harkness

    Narrated by Jennifer Ikeda

    4.40 ABR Score (305.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.08 Goodreads (274.0K) ★ 4.64 Audible (31.7K)
    24h 25m listening time • Released 2012
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    The Spear of Stars

    The Cycle of Galand • Book 5

    by Edward W. Robertson

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    4.40 ABR Score (8.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.4 Goodreads (1.5K) ★ 4.75 Audible (6.5K)
    20h 33m listening time • Released 2018

    Tim Gerard Reynolds transforms this sprawling epic into something genuinely gripping—his voice work across multiple factions and characters makes the political intrigue feel immediate and personal, not just world-spanning.

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    On the Shoulders of Titans

    Arcane Ascension • Book 2

    by Andrew Rowe

    Narrated by Nick Podehl

    4.40 ABR Score (34.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.22 Goodreads (16.0K) ★ 4.68 Audible (18.4K)
    24h 46m listening time • Released 2019

    Nick Podehl's performance elevates this sequel into something special—his distinct voices for each character make the intricate magic system and emotional stakes hit harder than the prose alone could manage.

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    The Tunnels Beneath

    The Aldoran Chronicles • Book 4

    by Michael Wisehart

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    4.40 ABR Score (3.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.64 Goodreads (2.1K) ★ 4.81 Audible (857)
    31h 10m listening time • Released 2023

    Tim Gerard Reynolds transforms this sprawling fantasy epic into something genuinely immersive, layering distinct voices across multiple POVs so seamlessly that you forget you're listening to one narrator. At 31 hours, it's the kind of commitment that actually pays off.

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    King Sorrow

    by Joe Hill

    Narrated by Ari Fliakos, Ian Shaw, Kate Mulgrew, Virginia Kull, Dominic Hoffman, Marin Ireland, Tim Sample, Kristen Ariza, Jaime Lamchick, Mike Ortego, Micky Shiloah, Kristen Sieh, Pete Simonelli, Kevin Stillwell, Peter Ganim

    4.40 ABR Score (23.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.4 Goodreads (20.4K) ★ 4.68 Audible (3.0K)
    26h 4m listening time • Released 2025

    Joe Hill's horror epic hits different when an all-star cast brings its doomed college friends to life—Kate Mulgrew, Dominic Hoffman, and a bench of pros elevate the dread from page to pure audio immersion.

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    Ship of Destiny

    The Liveship Traders • Book 3

    by Robin Hobb

    Narrated by Anne Flosnik

    4.39 ABR Score (94.2K ratings)
    ★ 4.34 Goodreads (90.8K) ★ 4.65 Audible (3.5K)
    33h 39m listening time • Released 2010
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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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    Fool's Errand

    Realms of the Elderlings • Book 7

    by Robin Hobb

    Narrated by James Langton

    4.38 ABR Score (112.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.39 Goodreads (107.6K) ★ 4.59 Audible (5.0K)
    25h 18m listening time • Released 2014

    Robin Hobb's Tawny Man trilogy opens years after the Farseer trilogy, reuniting us with Fitz in a quieter, more introspective fantasy that rewards those who've done the work.

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    Huntsong

    The Singer of Terandria • Book 2

    by Pirateaba, Andrea Parsneau

    Narrated by Andrea Parsneau

    4.38 ABR Score (2.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.54 Goodreads (772) ★ 4.89 Audible (1.2K)
    27h 37m listening time • Released 2024
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    Bastion

    The Immortal Great Souls • Book 1

    by Phil Tucker

    Narrated by Nick Podehl

    4.38 ABR Score (10.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.39 Goodreads (7.0K) ★ 4.69 Audible (3.5K)
    38h 23m listening time • Released 2022

    Nick Podehl's performance transforms this sprawling dark fantasy into something visceral and unstoppable—his command of Scorio's rage-fueled journey from oblivion to vengeance makes the 38-hour runtime feel essential, not indulgent.

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    Jade War

    The Green Bone Saga • Book 2

    by Fonda Lee

    Narrated by Andrew Kishino

    4.38 ABR Score (60.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.38 Goodreads (58.4K) ★ 4.65 Audible (2.2K)
    24h 4m listening time • Released 2019
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    Warrior Fae

    Ruthless Boys of the Zodiac • Book 5

    by Caroline Peckham, Susanne Valenti

    Narrated by Angelina Rocca, Troy Duran

    4.37 ABR Score (79.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.26 Goodreads (76.7K) ★ 4.7 Audible (2.3K)
    29h 37m listening time • Released 2023
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    Royal Assassin

    The Farseer Trilogy • Book 2

    by Robin Hobb

    Narrated by Paul Boehmer

    4.37 ABR Score (259.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.29 Goodreads (247.8K) ★ 4.56 Audible (11.6K)
    29h 17m listening time • Released 2010
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    The Lies of Locke Lamora

    Gentleman Bastard Sequence • Book 1

    by Scott Lynch

    Narrated by Michael Page

    4.37 ABR Score (348.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.3 Goodreads (345.8K) ★ 4.63 Audible (2.2K)
    21h 59m listening time • Released 2011

    Ocean's Eleven in a fantasy Venice — Lynch's debut is dazzlingly inventive, wickedly funny, and features one of the great anti-hero protagonists in modern fantasy.

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    Elantris

    Elantris • Book 1

    by Brandon Sanderson

    Narrated by Jack Garrett

    4.36 ABR Score (372.3K ratings)
    ★ 4.16 Goodreads (355.0K) ★ 4.58 Audible (17.3K)
    28h 42m listening time • Released 2015
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    The Hedge Wizard 3: A LitRPG/GameLit Adventure

    The Hedge Wizard • Book 3

    by Alex Maher

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    4.36 ABR Score (2.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.67 Goodreads (1.5K) ★ 4.87 Audible (427)
    26h 11m listening time • Released 2023

    Tim Gerard Reynolds transforms Hump's third outing into something genuinely gripping—his weathered delivery makes a scrappy hedge wizard's moral reckoning feel as epic as any chosen one's journey.

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    Drumindor

    The Riyria Chronicles • Book 5

    by Michael J. Sullivan

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    4.36 ABR Score (5.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.37 Goodreads (4.0K) ★ 4.77 Audible (1.6K)
    20h 39m listening time • Released 2024

    Tim Gerard Reynolds brings such warmth and distinction to Royce and Hadrian's chemistry that you forget you're listening to a 20-hour book. Sullivan's best adventure yet, and the narration makes it effortless.

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    Ghostsong

    The Singer of Terandria • Book 3

    by Pirateaba, Andrea Parsneau

    Narrated by Andrea Parsneau

    4.36 ABR Score (1.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.56 Goodreads (616) ★ 4.89 Audible (1.1K)
    20h 41m listening time • Released 2025
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    The Mad Ship

    The Liveship Traders • Book 2

    by Robin Hobb

    Narrated by Anne Flosnik

    4.36 ABR Score (89.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.34 Goodreads (86.0K) ★ 4.61 Audible (3.5K)
    33h 57m listening time • Released 2010
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    Chains: A LitRPG Adventure: Unbound

    Unbound • Book 11

    by Nicoli Gonnella

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.36 ABR Score (2.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.5 Goodreads (1.3K) ★ 4.83 Audible (1.1K)
    27h 12m listening time • Released 2025

    Travis Baldree's performance elevates this penultimate installment into something genuinely epic—his vocal command of Felix's evolution from scrapper to war-leader carries the weight of 10 books of earned stakes and relationships.

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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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    Dissonance

    Unbound • Book 1

    by Nicoli Gonnella

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.35 ABR Score (13.8K ratings)
    ★ 4.37 Goodreads (8.7K) ★ 4.64 Audible (5.1K)
    26h 44m listening time • Released 2022

    Travis Baldree's narration transforms Gonnella's LitRPG into something genuinely gripping—his performance captures Felix's transformation from coward to survivor with such conviction you'll believe every stat increase matters.

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    Glory to the Brave

    Ascend Online • Book 3

    by Luke Chmilenko

    Narrated by Luke Daniels

    4.35 ABR Score (6.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.28 Goodreads (2.1K) ★ 4.75 Audible (4.6K)
    31h 17m listening time • Released 2020

    Luke Daniels transforms this sprawling fantasy epic into something genuinely immersive—his performance pulls you through 31 hours of escalating stakes and betrayal with the kind of pacing that makes you resent your commute ending.

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    The Republic of Thieves

    Gentleman Bastard • Book 3

    by Scott Lynch

    Narrated by Michael Page

    4.35 ABR Score (126.8K ratings)
    ★ 4.21 Goodreads (122.3K) ★ 4.64 Audible (4.5K)
    26h 38m listening time • Released 2020
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    The Silence of Unworthy Gods

    Arcane Ascension • Book 4

    by Andrew Rowe

    Narrated by Nick Podehl

    4.34 ABR Score (11.8K ratings)
    ★ 4.25 Goodreads (5.9K) ★ 4.69 Audible (5.9K)
    20h 43m listening time • Released 2022

    Nick Podehl's performance elevates this sprawling sequel into something genuinely gripping — his range across Corin's internal conflicts and the mounting political chaos keeps you locked in for 20+ hours.

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    Sequel.exe

    Industrial Strength Magic • Book 2

    by Macronomicon

    Narrated by Steve Campbell, Jeff Hays, Justin Thomas James, Annie Ellicott, Laurie Catherine Winkel, Andrea Parsneau

    4.34 ABR Score (2.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.57 Goodreads (1.5K) ★ 4.84 Audible (590)
    20h 55m listening time • Released 2025
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    The Sword of Truth Books 1 to 4: 1. Wizard's First Rule, 2. Stone of Tears, 3. Blood of the Fold, 4. Temple of the Winds

    Sword of Truth • Book 1

    by Terry Goodkind

    Narrated by Buck Schirner

    4.34 ABR Score (263.8K ratings)
    ★ 4.12 Goodreads (254.2K) ★ 4.61 Audible (9.6K)
    22h 22m listening time • Released 2008
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    Anathema

    The Eating Woods • Book 1

    by Keri Lake

    Narrated by James Cassidy, Melissa Barr

    4.34 ABR Score (120.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.2 Goodreads (115.2K) ★ 4.62 Audible (5.4K)
    20h 14m listening time • Released 2025

    The dual narration captures a genuinely unsettling gothic world where every whispered warning and grotesque detail lands harder. Lake builds dread methodically, and Cassidy and Barr's performances make you believe the horror is real.

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    Fool's Assassin

    Fitz and the Fool • Book 1

    by Robin Hobb

    Narrated by Elliot Hill

    4.33 ABR Score (71.9K ratings)
    ★ 4.43 Goodreads (66.7K) ★ 4.52 Audible (5.2K)
    27h 18m listening time • Released 2014
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    The Path of Daggers

    The Wheel of Time • Book 8

    by Robert Jordan

    Narrated by Michael Kramer, Kate Reading

    4.33 ABR Score (193.8K ratings)
    ★ 3.93 Goodreads (163.5K) ★ 4.65 Audible (30.2K)
    23h 25m listening time • Released 2008

    Kramer and Reading's dual narration transforms this sprawling, character-heavy book into something genuinely cinematic—each voice perfectly calibrated to the chaos of multiple POVs colliding at once.

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    The Lost Cube

    The Immortal Great Souls • Book 4

    by Phil Tucker

    Narrated by Nick Podehl

    4.33 ABR Score (1.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.69 Goodreads (1.5K)
    27h 49m listening time • Released 2026

    Nick Podehl captures Scorio's fractured resolve with a rawness that makes his exhaustion feel real—this is grief-stricken fantasy where the emotional weight hits as hard as the worldbuilding payoffs.

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    The Shadow of What Was Lost

    The Licanius Trilogy • Book 1

    by James Islington

    Narrated by Michael Kramer

    4.33 ABR Score (116.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.14 Goodreads (91.9K) ★ 4.57 Audible (24.8K)
    25h 28m listening time • Released 2015

    Michael Kramer's narration transforms this intricate, time-bending fantasy into something genuinely immersive—his control over multiple voices and pacing makes the puzzle-box plot rewarding rather than exhausting.

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    The Wind Runner

    The Wandering Inn • Book 10

    by Pirateaba

    Narrated by Andrea Parsneau

    4.32 ABR Score (4.9K ratings)
    ★ 4.4 Goodreads (2.8K) ★ 4.71 Audible (2.2K)
    36h 30m listening time • Released 2023
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    Magi's Path

    Aether's Revival • Book 3

    by Daniel Schinhofen

    Narrated by Andrea Parsneau

    4.32 ABR Score (4.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.41 Goodreads (3.6K) ★ 4.75 Audible (1.0K)
    21h 7m listening time • Released 2021
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    The Hedge Wizard 4

    The Hedge Wizard • Book 4

    by Alex Maher

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    4.32 ABR Score (1.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.67 Goodreads (1.3K) ★ 4.82 Audible (443)
    28h 11m listening time • Released 2024

    Tim Gerard Reynolds elevates this progression fantasy with a performance so nuanced it transforms grinding and leveling into genuine narrative tension—four books in and the series still has momentum.

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    Sufficiently Advanced Magic

    Arcane Ascension • Book 1

    by Andrew Rowe

    Narrated by Nick Podehl

    4.32 ABR Score (62.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.1 Goodreads (27.1K) ★ 4.59 Audible (34.9K)
    21h 58m listening time • Released 2017

    Nick Podehl's performance elevates this self-published gem into something genuinely addictive—his measured delivery makes the intricate magic system click and the emotional stakes land hard.

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    Assassin's Quest

    The Farseer Trilogy • Book 3

    by Robin Hobb

    Narrated by Paul Boehmer

    4.30 ABR Score (210.2K ratings)
    ★ 4.22 Goodreads (199.3K) ★ 4.52 Audible (10.9K)
    37h 35m listening time • Released 2010
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    Defiance of the Fall 14

    Defiance of the Fall • Book 14

    by TheFirstDefier, J.F. Brink

    Narrated by Pavi Proczko

    4.30 ABR Score (5.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.26 Goodreads (2.7K) ★ 4.73 Audible (2.6K)
    21h 54m listening time • Released 2024
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    The Dragon Republic

    The Poppy War • Book 2

    by R.F. Kuang

    Narrated by Emily Woo Zeller

    4.29 ABR Score (231.2K ratings)
    ★ 4.34 Goodreads (228.5K) ★ 4.51 Audible (2.7K)
    23h 46m listening time • Released 2019
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    Ascendant's Rite

    The Moontide Quartet • Book 4

    by David Hair

    Narrated by Nick Podehl

    4.29 ABR Score (4.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.31 Goodreads (2.1K) ★ 4.72 Audible (2.3K)
    29h 31m listening time • Released 2016

    Nick Podehl's performance elevates this sprawling finale into something genuinely immersive—his voice work across dozens of characters grounds the political chaos and magic system payoffs in real emotional stakes. A 29-hour epic that actually earns its length.

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    A Discovery of Witches

    All Souls • Book 1

    by Deborah Harkness

    Narrated by Jennifer Ikeda

    4.29 ABR Score (608.2K ratings)
    ★ 4.02 Goodreads (560.2K) ★ 4.5 Audible (48.0K)
    23h 59m listening time • Released 2011

    Jennifer Ikeda's narration transforms this Oxford-set paranormal mystery into something genuinely unputdownable—she nails the slow-burn tension between Diana and Matthew while making 24 hours fly by.

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    Wizard's First Rule

    Sword of Truth • Book 1

    by Terry Goodkind

    Narrated by Sam Tsoutsouvas

    4.29 ABR Score (275.9K ratings)
    ★ 4.12 Goodreads (254.1K) ★ 4.51 Audible (21.8K)
    34h 6m listening time • Released 2008

    Goodkind's sprawling debut launched the Sword of Truth series — big, operatic fantasy with a hero who learns that the most dangerous weapon is the truth.

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    The Elfstones of Shannara

    The Original Shannara Trilogy • Book 2

    by Terry Brooks

    Narrated by Scott Brick

    4.29 ABR Score (75.6K ratings)
    ★ 3.99 Goodreads (74.2K) ★ 4.77 Audible (1.4K)
    23h 8m listening time • Released 2015

    Scott Brick's gravelly intensity transforms this epic quest into something genuinely haunting—he makes every demon encounter feel like a creeping dread rather than just another fantasy battle.

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    The Queen of the Damned

    The Vampire Chronicles • Book 3

    by Anne Rice

    Narrated by Simon Vance

    4.29 ABR Score (168.0K ratings)
    ★ 3.93 Goodreads (162.8K) ★ 4.69 Audible (5.2K)
    20h 3m listening time • Released 2011

    Simon Vance transforms Rice's maximalist vampire epic into pure gothic theater—his command of multiple voices and the sensual, apocalyptic atmosphere makes this the definitive audio experience of the series.

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    Seamage: Book 18 of the Spellmonger Series

    The Spellmonger • Book 18

    by Terry Mancour, Emily Burch Harris

    Narrated by John Lee

    4.28 ABR Score (1.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.73 Goodreads (457) ★ 4.84 Audible (616)
    21h 41m listening time • Released 2026
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    The Fragile Threads of Power

    Threads of Power • Book 1

    by V.E. Schwab, Victoria Schwab

    Narrated by Kate Reading, Marisa Calin, Michael Kramer

    4.28 ABR Score (47.9K ratings)
    ★ 4.26 Goodreads (47.0K) ★ 4.66 Audible (847)
    21h 35m listening time • Released 2023

    Schwab's return to her Darker Shade of Magic world crackles with intricate magic and political intrigue, while three narrators masterfully embody distinct perspectives across a sprawling, interconnected story.

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    Providence

    The Beginning after the End • Book 11

    by TurtleMe

    Narrated by Travis Baldree, Elizabeth Evans

    4.27 ABR Score (2.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.46 Goodreads (1.3K) ★ 4.72 Audible (1.3K)
    27h 38m listening time • Released 2025

    The dual narration between Baldree and Evans brings real urgency to Arthur's impossible choices, transforming a 27-hour epic into something that feels genuinely intimate despite its massive stakes.

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    Plague of Shadows

    The Aldoran Chronicles • Book 2

    by Michael Wisehart

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    4.27 ABR Score (5.8K ratings)
    ★ 4.38 Goodreads (3.3K) ★ 4.63 Audible (2.5K)
    22h 54m listening time • Released 2019
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    Avalanche

    Street Rats of Aramoor • Book 6

    by Michael Wisehart

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    4.27 ABR Score (1.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.67 Goodreads (688) ★ 4.89 Audible (322)
    23h 49m listening time • Released 2024

    Tim Gerard Reynolds elevates this series finale into something genuinely epic—his voice work transforms the impossible choices between loyalty and family into moments that hit harder than any plot twist could.

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    Fire & Blood

    A Targaryen History • Book 1

    by George R.R. Martin, Doug Wheatley

    Narrated by Simon Vance

    4.27 ABR Score (168.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.05 Goodreads (147.1K) ★ 4.54 Audible (21.3K)
    26h 24m listening time • Released 2018

    Simon Vance transforms centuries of Targaryen dynasty into a gripping oral history, his distinctive voices making each generation feel like you're hearing their stories firsthand from the throne room itself.

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    Lord of Emperors

    Sarantine Mosaic • Book 2

    by Guy Gavriel Kay

    Narrated by Berny Clark

    4.27 ABR Score (14.9K ratings)
    ★ 4.3 Goodreads (14.4K) ★ 4.71 Audible (490)
    21h 53m listening time • Released 2012
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    A Queen of Thieves & Chaos

    Fate & Flame • Book 3

    by K.A. Tucker

    Narrated by Elizabeth Klett

    4.26 ABR Score (13.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.2 Goodreads (12.9K) ★ 4.76 Audible (546)
    20h 30m listening time • Released 2023
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    Speaking Bones

    The Dandelion Dynasty • Book 4

    by Ken Liu

    Narrated by Michael Kramer

    4.25 ABR Score (4.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.53 Goodreads (4.2K) ★ 4.69 Audible (263)
    41h 5m listening time • Released 2022

    Michael Kramer's narration transforms Liu's sprawling epic into something genuinely immersive—his vocal control across dozens of characters and cultures makes a 41-hour journey feel essential rather than exhausting.

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    The Hedge Wizard 2

    The Hedge Wizard • Book 2

    by Alex Maher

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    4.25 ABR Score (2.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.44 Goodreads (1.9K) ★ 4.71 Audible (734)
    20h 5m listening time • Released 2022

    Tim Gerard Reynolds transforms this sequel into something genuinely unsettling—his performance captures both Hump's internal struggle with the Wolf Dragon's soul and the creeping dread of a haunted town mystery that actually surprises you.

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    Son of the Poison Rose

    Kagen the Damned • Book 2

    by Jonathan Maberry

    Narrated by Ray Porter

    4.24 ABR Score (1.9K ratings)
    ★ 4.31 Goodreads (1.3K) ★ 4.82 Audible (610)
    26h 10m listening time • Released 2023

    Ray Porter's gravelly intensity transforms Maberry's sprawling dark fantasy into something genuinely gripping—he makes you feel the desperation and moral weight of every impossible choice.

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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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    The Power That Preserves

    The Chronicles of Thomas Covenant the Unbeliever • Book 3

    by Stephen R. Donaldson

    Narrated by Scott Brick

    4.22 ABR Score (26.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.04 Goodreads (25.7K) ★ 4.79 Audible (466)
    20h 52m listening time • Released 2020

    Scott Brick's gravelly intensity transforms this epic conclusion into something genuinely harrowing—a hero broken by doubt facing apocalypse with nothing but spite and stubbornness.

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    The Wall of Storms

    The Dandelion Dynasty • Book 2

    by Ken Liu

    Narrated by Michael Kramer

    4.22 ABR Score (10.8K ratings)
    ★ 4.35 Goodreads (10.1K) ★ 4.59 Audible (662)
    28h 57m listening time • Released 2016

    Michael Kramer's narration elevates this sprawling sequel into pure immersion—his command of Liu's intricate world and cast transforms 29 hours into something you won't want to pause.

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    The Dragon in Winter

    Kagen the Damned • Book 3

    by Jonathan Maberry

    Narrated by Ray Porter

    4.22 ABR Score (1.2K ratings)
    ★ 4.38 Goodreads (758) ★ 4.85 Audible (434)
    20h 57m listening time • Released 2024

    Ray Porter's narration transforms this epic fantasy finale into pure adrenaline—his voice work across dozens of characters and supernatural creatures makes the massive battle sequences feel intimate and utterly gripping.

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    The Mists of Avalon

    Avalon • Book 1

    by Marion Zimmer Bradley

    Narrated by Davina Porter

    4.20 ABR Score (221.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.13 Goodreads (213.5K) ★ 4.46 Audible (7.5K)
    50h 53m listening time • Released 2012

    Bradley's Arthurian legend retold through the women — Morgaine, Gwenhwyfar, Viviane — a feminist reinterpretation that remains one of the genre's most powerful reimaginings.

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    Storm Over Camelot

    Morgan le Fay • Book 3

    by Sophie Keetch

    Narrated by Gemma Whelan

    4.20 ABR Score (1.8K ratings)
    ★ 4.17 Goodreads (817) ★ 4.79 Audible (979)
    20h 26m listening time • Released 2025
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    The Sword of Kaigen: A Theonite War Story

    by M. L. Wang

    Narrated by Andrew Tell

    4.20 ABR Score (5.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.5 Audible (5.1K)
    24h 24m listening time • Released 2020
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    The Scar

    New Crobuzon • Book 2

    by China Miéville

    Narrated by Gildart Jackson

    4.19 ABR Score (36.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.19 Goodreads (35.0K) ★ 4.57 Audible (1.1K)
    26h 59m listening time • Released 2014
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    Babel

    by R. F. Kuang

    Narrated by Chris Lew Kum Hoi, Billie Fulford-Brown

    4.19 ABR Score (497.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.14 Goodreads (491.2K) ★ 4.42 Audible (6.4K)
    21h 46m listening time • Released 2022

    The dual narration brings razor-sharp tension to a story about revolution and complicity, making this sprawling historical fantasy feel urgent and intimate at once.

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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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    Stillbright

    The Paladin Trilogy • Book 2

    by Daniel M. Ford

    Narrated by Michael Kramer

    4.18 ABR Score (2.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.29 Goodreads (626) ★ 4.69 Audible (1.5K)
    21h 9m listening time • Released 2017

    Michael Kramer's measured, gravelly delivery transforms Ford's second installment into something genuinely epic—his character work elevates what could be standard fantasy into something that actually lands emotionally when stakes get real.

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    The Wolf of the North Trilogy

    The Wolf of the North • Book 1

    by Duncan M. Hamilton

    Narrated by Simon Vance

    4.18 ABR Score (2.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.44 Goodreads (226) ★ 4.67 Audible (2.3K)
    32h 22m listening time • Released 2022

    Simon Vance transforms an underdog revenge saga into something unforgettable—his range captures Wulfric's journey from pathetic to legendary with genuine emotional weight across 32 hours.

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    Word of Truth

    Buried Goddess Saga • Book 6

    by Rhett C. Bruno, Jaime Castle

    Narrated by Luke Daniels

    4.18 ABR Score (675 ratings)
    ★ 4.55 Goodreads (276) ★ 4.85 Audible (399)
    23h 18m listening time • Released 2020

    Luke Daniels brings a 23-hour epic to life with such commanding presence that the final battle sequences feel genuinely apocalyptic. By book six, this saga earns its emotional weight, and his narration makes every devastating loss hit harder.

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    Wizard in Exile

    Wrath of the Stormking • Book 1

    by Michael G. Manning

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    4.18 ABR Score (2.9K ratings)
    ★ 4.5 Goodreads (1.8K) ★ 4.55 Audible (1.1K)
    23h 26m listening time • Released 2023

    Tim Gerard Reynolds transforms a deceptively simple premise—a fallen mage hiding as a village cook—into something genuinely haunting through sheer vocal precision and emotional restraint. Twenty-three hours of audiobook bliss.

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    Daughter of the Forest

    Sevenwaters • Book 1

    by Juliet Marillier

    Narrated by Terry Donnelly

    4.18 ABR Score (74.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.29 Goodreads (71.7K) ★ 4.43 Audible (2.3K)
    26h 45m listening time • Released 2013
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    Echoes of Divinity

    Painting the Mists • Book 13

    by Patrick G. Laplante

    Narrated by Adam Verner

    4.18 ABR Score (645 ratings)
    ★ 4.66 Goodreads (413) ★ 4.86 Audible (232)
    26h 49m listening time • Released 2021
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    Crusade

    The Paladin Trilogy • Book 3

    by Daniel M. Ford

    Narrated by Michael Kramer

    4.17 ABR Score (1.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.31 Goodreads (377) ★ 4.73 Audible (1.1K)
    29h 22m listening time • Released 2018

    Michael Kramer's gravelly performance anchors this epic conclusion, making Allystaire's exhausted determination feel earned rather than melodramatic. If you've made it this far in the trilogy, the payoff justifies every hour.

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    The Wishsong of Shannara

    The Original Shannara Trilogy • Book 3

    by Terry Brooks

    Narrated by Scott Brick

    4.17 ABR Score (59.6K ratings)
    ★ 3.99 Goodreads (55.7K) ★ 4.56 Audible (3.9K)
    20h 38m listening time • Released 2004

    Scott Brick's performance elevates this epic fantasy conclusion with his gift for shifting between intimate character moments and sweeping, ominous set pieces. Twenty-plus hours of immersive worldbuilding that justifies the runtime.

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    The Wandering Inn

    The Wandering Inn • Book 1

    by Pirateaba

    Narrated by Andrea Parsneau

    4.16 ABR Score (28.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.22 Goodreads (15.0K) ★ 4.41 Audible (13.6K)
    48h 7m listening time • Released 2019
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    Defiance of the Fall 16

    Defiance of the Fall • Book 16

    by TheFirstDefier, J.F. Brink

    Narrated by Pavi Proczko

    4.16 ABR Score (3.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.31 Goodreads (1.7K) ★ 4.59 Audible (1.4K)
    22h 17m listening time • Released 2025
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    Awaken Online: Crucible

    Awaken Online • Book 8

    by Travis Bagwell

    Narrated by David Stifel

    4.15 ABR Score (534 ratings)
    ★ 4.71 Goodreads (349) ★ 4.88 Audible (185)
    31h 23m listening time • Released 2026
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    Golden Flames

    Dragonblood Assassin • Book 4

    by Jaime Castle, Andy Peloquin

    Narrated by Michael Kramer, Kate Reading

    4.15 ABR Score (1.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.42 Goodreads (643) ★ 4.73 Audible (439)
    23h 24m listening time • Released 2024

    Michael Kramer and Kate Reading bring their A-game to this finale, their dual narration amplifying the chaos and heartbreak as empires crumble and dragons burn. Worth the 23-hour commitment for the emotional devastation alone.

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    The Illearth War

    The Chronicles of Thomas Covenant the Unbeliever • Book 2

    by Stephen R. Donaldson

    Narrated by Scott Brick

    4.15 ABR Score (29.2K ratings)
    ★ 4.02 Goodreads (28.7K) ★ 4.68 Audible (453)
    20h 39m listening time • Released 2020

    Scott Brick's narration transforms this sprawling sequel into something genuinely gripping—his performance captures Covenant's bitterness and reluctant heroism so convincingly you'll forget the 20+ hours flew by.

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    The Hedge Wizard 5

    The Hedge Wizard • Book 5

    by Alex Maher

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    4.15 ABR Score (996 ratings)
    ★ 4.58 Goodreads (892) ★ 4.87 Audible (104)
    26h 35m listening time • Released 2026

    Tim Gerard Reynolds elevates this fifth installment into something genuinely moving—he nails the quiet determination of a working-class mage refusing to accept a predetermined destiny, making 26 hours fly by.

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    Crossroads of Twilight

    The Wheel of Time • Book 10

    by Robert Jordan

    Narrated by Kate Reading, Michael Kramer

    4.14 ABR Score (169.3K ratings)
    ★ 3.77 Goodreads (141.4K) ★ 4.51 Audible (27.9K)
    26h 4m listening time • Released 2003

    Reading and Kramer elevate this sprawling middle chapter with such distinct vocal performances that you stay locked in despite the slower pacing—their chemistry makes the ensemble cast feel like distinct people, not voices.

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    Moon Witch, Spider King

    The Dark Star Trilogy • Book 2

    by Marlon James

    Narrated by Bahni Turpin

    4.13 ABR Score (5.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.16 Goodreads (5.3K) ★ 4.67 Audible (358)
    30h 47m listening time • Released 2022

    Bahni Turpin's performance transforms Sogolon from antagonist to unreliable narrator extraordinaire—her voice shifts between seductive and menacing as a 177-year-old witch rewrites history. This is the rare sequel that obliterates the first book's perspective and becomes unmissable.

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    The City of Brass

    The Daevabad Trilogy • Book 1

    by S.A. Chakraborty

    Narrated by Soneela Nankani

    4.13 ABR Score (161.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.14 Goodreads (157.5K) ★ 4.41 Audible (3.9K)
    20h 1m listening time • Released 2017
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    White Gold Wielder

    The Second Chronicles of Thomas Covenant • Book 3

    by Stephen R. Donaldson

    Narrated by Scott Brick

    4.13 ABR Score (19.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.06 Goodreads (19.6K) ★ 4.79 Audible (153)
    22h 58m listening time • Released 2022

    Scott Brick's gravelly intensity transforms Covenant's final reckoning into something genuinely harrowing—he makes you feel the weight of every compromise and betrayal leading to this apocalyptic confrontation.

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    Crown of the Starry Sky

    Painting the Mists • Book 11

    by Patrick G. Laplante

    Narrated by Adam Verner

    4.13 ABR Score (702 ratings)
    ★ 4.59 Goodreads (467) ★ 4.76 Audible (235)
    21h 46m listening time • Released 2021
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    Defiance of the Fall 15

    Defiance of the Fall • Book 15

    by TheFirstDefier, J.F. Brink

    Narrated by Pavi Proczko

    4.13 ABR Score (4.9K ratings)
    ★ 4.24 Goodreads (2.7K) ★ 4.53 Audible (2.2K)
    21h 38m listening time • Released 2025
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    The Memory of Souls

    A Chorus of Dragons • Book 3

    by Jenn Lyons

    Narrated by Feodor Chin, Vikas Adam

    4.13 ABR Score (4.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.27 Goodreads (4.4K) ★ 4.61 Audible (321)
    27h 28m listening time • Released 2020
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    Silver Spines

    Dragonblood Assassin • Book 3

    by Jaime Castle, Andy Peloquin

    Narrated by Michael Kramer, Kate Reading

    4.13 ABR Score (1.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.39 Goodreads (938) ★ 4.63 Audible (565)
    20h 12m listening time • Released 2023

    Michael Kramer and Kate Reading's dual narration transforms this dark fantasy into something you can't pause—their dynamic interplay between characters creates genuine tension that prose alone couldn't match.

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    Bubba the Monster Hunter: Books 1-3

    Bubba the Monster Hunter • Book 1

    by John G. Hartness

    Narrated by John Solo

    4.12 ABR Score (1.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.52 Audible (1.6K)
    37h 55m listening time • Released 2019
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    The One Tree

    The Second Chronicles of Thomas Covenant • Book 2

    by Stephen R. Donaldson

    Narrated by Scott Brick

    4.12 ABR Score (19.5K ratings)
    ★ 4 Goodreads (19.3K) ★ 4.82 Audible (157)
    22h 18m listening time • Released 2022

    Scott Brick's volcanic intensity transforms this sprawling quest into pure narrative momentum—his voice captures both Covenant's fury and Linden's desperation across 22 hours without a stumble.

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    A Fire in the Flesh

    Flesh and Fire • Book 3

    by Jennifer L. Armentrout

    Narrated by Stina Nielsen

    4.12 ABR Score (132.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.12 Goodreads (128.2K) ★ 4.41 Audible (3.8K)
    24h 3m listening time • Released 2023
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    Claddings of Light

    Painting the Mists • Book 12

    by Patrick G. Laplante

    Narrated by Adam Verner

    4.12 ABR Score (614 ratings)
    ★ 4.56 Goodreads (400) ★ 4.79 Audible (214)
    22h 32m listening time • Released 2021
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    The Fallen Goddess

    Darkness Within Saga • Book 5

    by J.D. Franx

    Narrated by Simon Vance

    4.12 ABR Score (610 ratings)
    ★ 4.38 Goodreads (151) ★ 4.81 Audible (459)
    26h 34m listening time • Released 2022

    Simon Vance anchors this fifth book with the precision it needs: his control over Kael's mounting desperation and the mounting magical chaos makes the 26-hour journey feel essential, not exhausting.

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    Heartforge

    Painting the Mists • Book 16

    by Patrick G. Laplante

    Narrated by Adam Verner

    4.12 ABR Score (458 ratings)
    ★ 4.67 Goodreads (293) ★ 4.87 Audible (165)
    22h 8m listening time • Released 2022
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    Red Claw

    Dragonblood Assassin • Book 2

    by Jaime Castle, Andy Peloquin

    Narrated by Kate Reading, Michael Kramer

    4.11 ABR Score (1.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.35 Goodreads (1.1K) ★ 4.61 Audible (616)
    23h 4m listening time • Released 2023

    Kate Reading and Michael Kramer's dual narration elevates this sequel into something genuinely cinematic—their vocal chemistry transforms a complex revenge fantasy into an audiobook experience that rivals the best fantasy narration out there.

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    Ship of Magic

    Liveship Traders • Book 1

    by Robin Hobb

    Narrated by Anne Flosnik

    4.11 ABR Score (111.2K ratings)
    ★ 4.24 Goodreads (106.9K) ★ 4.34 Audible (4.3K)
    35h 20m listening time • Released 2010

    Robin Hobb's Liveship Traders trilogy opens with this sea-faring epic about ships made from the bones of wizards — sprawling, morally complex, and devastating.

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    Soul of the Fire

    Sword of Truth • Book 5

    by Terry Goodkind

    Narrated by Buck Schirner

    4.11 ABR Score (77.0K ratings)
    ★ 3.88 Goodreads (69.9K) ★ 4.51 Audible (7.1K)
    24h 16m listening time • Released 2008
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    The Wounded Land

    The Second Chronicles of Thomas Covenant • Book 1

    by Stephen R. Donaldson

    Narrated by Scott Brick

    4.11 ABR Score (21.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.01 Goodreads (20.8K) ★ 4.73 Audible (189)
    22h 51m listening time • Released 2022

    Scott Brick's gravelly intensity perfectly captures Covenant's descent into despair and moral chaos—he doesn't just narrate the darkness, he makes you feel trapped in it.

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    Dungeon Bound 3

    Dungeon Bound • Book 3

    by Bastian Knight

    Narrated by Andrea Parsneau

    4.10 ABR Score (585 ratings)
    ★ 4.5 Goodreads (285) ★ 4.77 Audible (300)
    20h 46m listening time • Released 2022
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    The Legacy

    Darkness Within Saga • Book 1

    by J.D. Franx

    Narrated by Simon Vance

    4.10 ABR Score (4.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.13 Goodreads (1.7K) ★ 4.55 Audible (2.7K)
    21h 37m listening time • Released 2017

    Simon Vance transforms this dark fantasy debut into an immersive manhunt where every faction wants your protagonist dead. The 21-hour runtime gives the world room to breathe, and Vance's voice work makes the desperation feel genuinely suffocating.

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    The Winter King

    Weathermages of Mystral • Book 1

    by C.L. Wilson

    Narrated by Heather Wilds

    4.10 ABR Score (32.3K ratings)
    ★ 3.98 Goodreads (31.4K) ★ 4.58 Audible (876)
    21h 18m listening time • Released 2014
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    The Cycle of Arawn

    The Cycle of Arawn #1-3

    by Edward W. Robertson

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    4.10 ABR Score (24.9K ratings)
    ★ 4.01 Goodreads (5.7K) ★ 4.45 Audible (19.2K)
    65h 54m listening time • Released 2015

    Tim Gerard Reynolds transforms this sprawling dark fantasy trilogy into something genuinely immersive—his voice work across Dante's decades-long journey hits harder than reading ever could, making the magic system's brutal costs feel visceral and earned.

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    The Last Ballad of Hope

    A Time of Dragons • Book 3

    by Philip C. Quaintrell

    Narrated by Steven Brand

    4.09 ABR Score (796 ratings)
    ★ 4.74 Goodreads (762) ★ 4.94 Audible (34)
    30h 43m listening time • Released 2026
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    Citadel of Fire

    The Ronin Saga • Book 2

    by Matthew Wolf

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    4.09 ABR Score (1.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.17 Goodreads (357) ★ 4.69 Audible (701)
    24h 11m listening time • Released 2020

    Tim Gerard Reynolds elevates this sprawling sequel with nuanced vocal control across a massive cast, making the 24-hour journey feel intimate despite its epic scope and high stakes.

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    The Blackest Heart

    The Five Warrior Angels • Book 2

    by Brian Lee Durfee

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    4.08 ABR Score (2.8K ratings)
    ★ 4.25 Goodreads (2.0K) ★ 4.53 Audible (808)
    36h 24m listening time • Released 2019

    Tim Gerard Reynolds transforms this sprawling dark fantasy sequel into something genuinely unputdownable, his voice work pulling you deeper into a world where nothing—not prophecy, not history itself—can be trusted.

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    The Dragonbone Chair

    Memory, Sorrow & Thorn • Book 1

    by Tad Williams

    Narrated by Andrew Wincott

    4.07 ABR Score (82.3K ratings)
    ★ 3.97 Goodreads (78.3K) ★ 4.44 Audible (4.0K)
    33h 12m listening time • Released 2016

    Williams's Memory, Sorrow and Thorn series opener is the foundation for Game of Thrones — Martin cited it as a direct influence on his own darker, more realistic fantasy.

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    A Man Rides Through

    Mordant's Need • Book 2

    by Stephen R. Donaldson

    Narrated by Scott Brick

    4.07 ABR Score (13.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.03 Goodreads (13.2K) ★ 4.56 Audible (495)
    29h 50m listening time • Released 2012

    Scott Brick's measured intensity transforms this sprawling fantasy finale into something genuinely gripping—he makes you believe in Terisa and Geraden's impossible victory before they do.

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    The 13th God

    The Cycle of Galand • Book 8

    by Edward W. Robertson

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    4.07 ABR Score (2.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.09 Goodreads (474) ★ 4.6 Audible (1.5K)
    22h 38m listening time • Released 2022

    Tim Gerard Reynolds brings devastating weight to Robertson's high-stakes finale—his narration transforms an already brutal choice into something that'll haunt you long after those 22+ hours end.

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    Planesfall: Painting the Mists

    Painting the Mists • Book 18

    by Patrick G. Laplante, Adam Verner

    Narrated by Adam Verner

    4.05 ABR Score (96 ratings)
    ★ 4.83 Audible (96)
    21h 19m listening time • Released 2024
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    American Gods. TV Tie-In

    American Gods • Book 1

    by Neil Gaiman

    Narrated by George Guidall

    4.05 ABR Score (1.0M ratings)
    ★ 4.1 Goodreads (994.4K) ★ 4.23 Audible (10.7K)
    20h 51m listening time • Released 2003

    George Guidall's gravelly baritone transforms Gaiman's sprawling mythic road trip into something hypnotic—he doesn't just narrate, he conjures a whole haunted America into existence around you.

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    Fall of Wizardoms Box Set: Books 4-6 (The Wizardoms Epic Book 4)

    Fall of Wizardoms • Book 4

    by Jeffrey L. Kohanek

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.05 ABR Score (447 ratings)
    ★ 4.62 Goodreads (357) ★ 4.81 Audible (90)
    29h 50m listening time • Released 2022

    Travis Baldree's performance elevates this epic conclusion, matching the scale of a 30-hour narrative with distinct voices and relentless pacing that makes you forget how deep you're in.

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    Bloodstorm: Painting the Mists

    Painting the Mists • Book 17

    by Patrick G. Laplante, Adam Verner

    Narrated by Adam Verner

    4.04 ABR Score (89 ratings)
    ★ 4.84 Audible (89)
    30h 25m listening time • Released 2023
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    Tides of Fate

    The Ronin Saga • Book 4

    by Matthew Wolf

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    4.04 ABR Score (504 ratings)
    ★ 4.34 Goodreads (133) ★ 4.72 Audible (371)
    23h 39m listening time • Released 2021

    Tim Gerard Reynolds transforms this dark fantasy mystery into something hypnotic—his voice work captures the moral decay and desperation of characters caught between supernatural blood debts and political collapse with rare precision.

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    A Necessary Heresy

    Instrument Of Omens • Book 3

    by Davis Ashura

    Narrated by Nick Podehl

    4.04 ABR Score (2.8K ratings)
    ★ 4.13 Goodreads (1.4K) ★ 4.52 Audible (1.4K)
    21h 49m listening time • Released 2022

    Nick Podehl's gravitas anchors this trilogy's final ascent, transforming Ashura's apocalyptic stakes into something genuinely haunting. The audiobook format makes the world-ending revelations land harder.

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    A Prince Out of Time

    RE: Monarch • Book 1

    by J. McCoy, Eligos

    Narrated by Luke Daniels

    4.04 ABR Score (2.3K ratings)
    ★ 4.29 Goodreads (1.6K) ★ 4.48 Audible (665)
    22h 3m listening time • Released 2022

    Luke Daniels brings real warmth to Cairn's redemption arc, making this time-loop progression fantasy feel deeply personal even as kingdoms crumble around him. A Royal Road favorite that actually delivers on its premise.

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    Cephrael's Hand

    A Pattern of Shadow & Light • Book 1

    by Melissa McPhail

    Narrated by Nick Podehl

    4.04 ABR Score (9.9K ratings)
    ★ 4.16 Goodreads (4.0K) ★ 4.37 Audible (6.0K)
    32h 6m listening time • Released 2016

    Nick Podehl's performance elevates this sprawling epic fantasy into something immersive and propulsive—32 hours that feel necessary, not indulgent, as multiple timelines and POVs snap into focus.

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    King Raven

    King Raven #1-3 • Book 1

    by Stephen R. Lawhead

    Narrated by Adam Verner

    4.04 ABR Score (1.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.25 Goodreads (1.1K) ★ 4.54 Audible (540)
    35h 29m listening time • Released 2019
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    Ranger Boxed Set: Books 1-3

    Ranger • Book 1

    by Charles W. Lamb

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    4.03 ABR Score (922 ratings)
    ★ 4.48 Audible (922)
    24h 35m listening time • Released 2021

    Travis Baldree's narration transforms this trilogy into an immersive power fantasy where a fish-out-of-water protagonist faces genuine stakes in a magic-saturated world. Twenty-four hours of escalating danger and character growth that rewards the deep dive.

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    The Veiled Throne

    The Dandelion Dynasty • Book 3

    by Ken Liu

    Narrated by Michael Kramer

    4.03 ABR Score (5.3K ratings)
    ★ 4.13 Goodreads (5.1K) ★ 4.52 Audible (265)
    38h 37m listening time • Released 2021

    Michael Kramer's narration transforms this sprawling, philosophically dense epic into something genuinely gripping—his ability to shift between competing ideologies and intimate character moments makes the 38-hour journey feel essential rather than exhausting.

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    Kagen the Damned

    Kagen the Damned • Book 1

    by Jonathan Maberry

    Narrated by Ray Porter

    4.03 ABR Score (3.7K ratings)
    ★ 3.94 Goodreads (2.4K) ★ 4.57 Audible (1.3K)
    20h 53m listening time • Released 2022

    Ray Porter transforms this revenge epic into something visceral and haunting—his voice captures Kagen's rage and desperation so completely you feel the weight of his damnation.

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    Weaveworld

    by Clive Barker

    Narrated by Simon Vance

    4.03 ABR Score (36.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.13 Goodreads (34.3K) ★ 4.35 Audible (2.1K)
    21h 12m listening time • Released 2014

    Simon Vance transforms Barker's sprawling dark fantasy into something genuinely immersive—his range across dozens of characters and tonal shifts makes the 21-hour journey feel essential rather than exhausting.

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    Reign of Havoc (Legends of the Tainted Book 2)

    Legends of the Tainted • Book 2

    by B.T. Narro

    Narrated by Nick Podehl

    4.02 ABR Score (436 ratings)
    ★ 4.34 Goodreads (279) ★ 4.76 Audible (157)
    22h 1m listening time • Released 2024

    Nick Podehl brings fierce energy to this sequel's escalating chaos, making the political intrigue and magic system expansion feel urgent and lived-in rather than exposition-heavy.

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    The White Tower cover

    The White Tower

    The Aldoran Chronicles • Book 1

    by Michael Wisehart

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    4.02 ABR Score (6.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.23 Goodreads (6.4K) ★ 4.39 Audible (83)
    21h 52m listening time • Released 2025

    Tim Gerard Reynolds transforms this dark fantasy into something unforgettable—his voice work elevates the persecution and magic system into genuine terror, making the 22-hour journey feel essential rather than epic-length.

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    Tigana

    by Guy Gavriel Kay

    Narrated by Simon Vance

    4.02 ABR Score (52.9K ratings)
    ★ 4.08 Goodreads (52.3K) ★ 4.38 Audible (656)
    24h 51m listening time • Released 2020

    Kay's standalone is the most emotionally resonant epic fantasy of the 1990s — a story about a kingdom whose very name has been erased from memory.

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    Imajica Il

    by Clive Barker

    Narrated by Simon Vance

    4.01 ABR Score (26.8K ratings)
    ★ 4.17 Goodreads (24.5K) ★ 4.32 Audible (2.3K)
    37h 20m listening time • Released 2015

    Simon Vance makes Barker's sprawling dark fantasy breathable—37 hours that somehow fly by as five interconnected worlds collide toward apocalypse. This is immersive, sensual worldbuilding that demands the perfect narrator, and you've got him.

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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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    Edge of the Woods: An Epic Fantasy Adventure

    The Lost Edge • Book 1

    by Andrew Rowe

    Narrated by Nick Podehl

    4.00 ABR Score (1.0K ratings)
    ★ 4.44 Audible (1.0K)
    20h 10m listening time • Released 2023
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    The Runelords (Sum of All Men and Brotherhood of the Wolf) (1,2)

    The Runelords • Book 1

    by David Farland

    Narrated by Ray Porter

    3.99 ABR Score (22.3K ratings)
    ★ 3.78 Goodreads (19.8K) ★ 4.5 Audible (2.5K)
    22h 41m listening time • Released 2009

    Ray Porter's narration transforms this magic system into something tactile and urgent—his voice work across two massive books makes the intricate runelord powers feel visceral rather than just clever worldbuilding.

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    The Last Dark

    The Last Chronicles of Thomas Covenant • Book 4

    by Stephen R. Donaldson

    Narrated by Scott Brick

    3.99 ABR Score (4.3K ratings)
    ★ 4.09 Goodreads (3.9K) ★ 4.47 Audible (441)
    33h 16m listening time • Released 2013

    Scott Brick's measured intensity carries you through 33 hours of apocalyptic reckoning—his voice becomes the emotional anchor as Covenant and Avery confront a threat that fundamentally breaks the rules of everything they've fought for.

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    Fate of Wizardoms Boxed Set: An Epic Fantasy Series

    Fate of Wizardoms • Book 1

    by Jeffrey L. Kohanek

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    3.99 ABR Score (1.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.43 Audible (1.1K)
    29h 38m listening time • Released 2020
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    Fatal Revenant

    The Last Chronicles of Thomas Covenant • Book 2

    by Stephen R. Donaldson

    Narrated by Scott Brick

    3.98 ABR Score (6.3K ratings)
    ★ 3.88 Goodreads (6.2K) ★ 4.73 Audible (113)
    32h 41m listening time • Released 2021

    Scott Brick's measured intensity captures the creeping dread as Donaldson unravels a 32-hour mystery about whether Covenant's return is salvation or catastrophe. Epic fantasy at its most psychologically unsettling.

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    Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell with Author Susanna Clarke

    Strange & Norrell • Book 1

    by Susanna Clarke

    Narrated by Simon Prebble

    3.97 ABR Score (268.4K ratings)
    ★ 3.87 Goodreads (257.0K) ★ 4.29 Audible (11.4K)
    32h 29m listening time • Released 2005

    Simon Prebble's narration transforms this 830-page epic into pure immersion—his crisp precision for footnotes and gift for distinct voices make Clarke's intricate Regency fantasy feel like the most engrossing conversation you'll ever overhear.

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    The Demon Tide

    The Black Witch Chronicles • Book 4

    by Laurie Forest

    Narrated by Julia Whelan

    3.97 ABR Score (15.4K ratings)
    ★ 3.82 Goodreads (14.4K) ★ 4.5 Audible (1.0K)
    22h 34m listening time • Released 2022

    Julia Whelan's narration transforms this sprawling fantasy epic into something genuinely gripping—her vocal range brings the fractured perspectives and mounting dread to vivid life across 22+ hours.

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    Dungeon Bound 6

    Dungeon Bound • Book 6

    by Bastian Knight

    Narrated by Andrea Parsneau

    3.97 ABR Score (179 ratings)
    ★ 4.63 Goodreads (87) ★ 4.87 Audible (92)
    22h 31m listening time • Released 2025
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    The Dragon Keeper

    Rain Wild Chronicles • Book 1

    by Robin Hobb

    Narrated by Anne Flosnik

    3.97 ABR Score (56.3K ratings)
    ★ 3.96 Goodreads (55.3K) ★ 4.37 Audible (971)
    20h 30m listening time • Released 2020
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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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    The Priory of the Orange Tree

    The Roots of Chaos • Book 1

    by Samantha Shannon

    Narrated by Liyah Summers

    3.95 ABR Score (291.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.17 Goodreads (284.8K) ★ 4.13 Audible (6.8K)
    25h 52m listening time • Released 2019
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    Students of the Order

    The Order • Book 1

    by Edward W. Robertson, Sam Lang

    Narrated by Michael Kramer

    3.95 ABR Score (1.4K ratings)
    ★ 3.98 Goodreads (248) ★ 4.5 Audible (1.1K)
    22h 45m listening time • Released 2020

    Michael Kramer's narration transforms this sprawling fantasy debut into something genuinely alive—his character work is so distinct you'll never lose track of Wit's scheming, Wa'llach's gruff wisdom, or the mounting conspiracy unfolding across nearly 23 hours of immersive storytelling.

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    The Once and Future King

    Once and Future King • Book 1

    by T. H. White

    Narrated by Neville Jason

    3.95 ABR Score (125.1K ratings)
    ★ 4.07 Goodreads (119.4K) ★ 4.21 Audible (5.6K)
    33h listening time • Released 2010

    White's Arthurian masterpiece is the definitive retelling — moving, darkly funny, and profoundly humanist, it's the book that made Camelot what it is in the popular imagination.

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    The Killing God (The Great God's War)

    The Great God's War • Book 3

    by Stephen R. Donaldson

    Narrated by Scott Brick

    3.94 ABR Score (596 ratings)
    ★ 4.28 Goodreads (537) ★ 4.59 Audible (59)
    26h 46m listening time • Released 2022

    Scott Brick's gravelly authority perfectly anchors Donaldson's sprawling epic finale—the stakes feel genuinely apocalyptic when he's narrating, and the political intrigue lands harder than it has any right to at 26 hours.

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    The Sum of All Men

    The Runelords • Book 1

    by David Farland

    Narrated by Ray Porter

    3.94 ABR Score (23.8K ratings)
    ★ 3.78 Goodreads (19.8K) ★ 4.41 Audible (4.0K)
    21h 56m listening time • Released 2008

    Ray Porter's narration transforms this sprawling magic-system epic into something genuinely immersive—he sells both the intimate character moments and the apocalyptic scope without ever feeling overwrought.

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    Gardens of the Moon

    Malazan Book of the Fallen Series • Book 1

    by Steven Erikson

    Narrated by Ralph Lister

    3.94 ABR Score (151.9K ratings)
    ★ 3.94 Goodreads (139.3K) ★ 4.22 Audible (12.7K)
    26h 3m listening time • Released 2012

    The most demanding series opener in epic fantasy — Erikson drops you into a war across a continent with no hand-holding, and those who persist find a reward of unmatched scope.

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    The Sound of Change

    The Bards and Dragons Saga • Book 2

    by Steve D. Wall

    Narrated by Steven Pacey

    3.93 ABR Score (207 ratings)
    ★ 4.32 Goodreads (95) ★ 4.73 Audible (112)
    23h 34m listening time • Released 2025

    Steven Pacey's narration elevates this flintlock fantasy sequel into something genuinely immersive—his range across multiple perspectives keeps the tangled plot moving even through its longest stretches.

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    Circle of Reign

    The Dying Lands Chronicle • Book 1

    by Jacob Cooper

    Narrated by Michael Kramer

    3.93 ABR Score (1.8K ratings)
    ★ 3.94 Goodreads (884) ★ 4.48 Audible (936)
    24h 37m listening time • Released 2016

    Michael Kramer's narration transforms this epic fantasy into something genuinely immersive—his ability to distinguish dozens of characters across 24+ hours keeps you locked in through a sprawling world on the brink of collapse.

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    Kushiel's Dart

    Kushiel's Legacy Universe • Book 1

    by Jacqueline Carey

    Narrated by Anne Flosnik

    3.93 ABR Score (88.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.02 Goodreads (84.8K) ★ 4.24 Audible (3.8K)
    31h 5m listening time • Released 2009

    Carey's epic is lush, erotic, and politically intricate — a courtesan trained as a spy in an alternate Renaissance France, in one of adult fantasy's most unique voices.

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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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    Ranger's Oath

    Arc of Radiance/Fall of Radiance • Book 1

    by Blake Arthur Peel

    Narrated by Michael Kramer, Kate Reading

    3.93 ABR Score (4.2K ratings)
    ★ 3.84 Goodreads (972) ★ 4.43 Audible (3.3K)
    50h 59m listening time • Released 2021

    Michael Kramer and Kate Reading anchor a sprawling epic with such distinct character voices that you'll forget you're listening to two narrators—their chemistry pulls you through a 51-hour world-ending conspiracy.

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    The Name of All Things

    A Chorus of Dragons • Book 2

    by Jenn Lyons

    Narrated by Saskia Maarleveld, Dan Bittner, Lauren Fortgang

    3.92 ABR Score (6.8K ratings)
    ★ 4.04 Goodreads (6.3K) ★ 4.35 Audible (507)
    25h 46m listening time • Released 2019
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    The Sword of Shannara

    The Original Shannara Trilogy • Book 1

    by Terry Brooks

    Narrated by Scott Brick

    3.92 ABR Score (102.4K ratings)
    ★ 3.77 Goodreads (102.0K) ★ 4.42 Audible (407)
    27h 30m listening time • Released 2012

    Scott Brick's steady, commanding narration transforms Brooks' foundational fantasy epic into something genuinely immersive—perfect if you want to understand where modern heroic fantasy actually began.

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    Perdido Street Station

    New Crobuzon • Book 1

    by China Miéville

    Narrated by John Lee

    3.92 ABR Score (78.5K ratings)
    ★ 3.98 Goodreads (75.9K) ★ 4.26 Audible (2.6K)
    24h 21m listening time • Released 2009
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    Shadowheart

    Shadowmarch • Book 4

    by Tad Williams

    Narrated by Dick Hill

    3.92 ABR Score (6.7K ratings)
    ★ 4.04 Goodreads (6.3K) ★ 4.34 Audible (447)
    32h 58m listening time • Released 2010

    Dick Hill's masterful narration transforms this epic conclusion into something genuinely immersive—his ability to voice dozens of characters with distinct conviction makes the massive 33-hour runtime feel essential rather than exhausting.

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    Blood of the Mountains (The Aldoran Chronicles: Book 5): An Epic Fantasy Adventure cover

    Blood of the Mountains (The Aldoran Chronicles: Book 5): An Epic Fantasy Adventure

    The Aldoran Chronicles • Book 5

    by Michael Wisehart

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    3.92 ABR Score (279 ratings)
    ★ 4.48 Goodreads (279)
    25h 6m listening time • Released 2026

    Tim Gerard Reynolds transforms 25 hours of intricate political scheming and ancient horrors into a masterclass in tension—by book five, you're fully invested, and his performance makes every revelation hit harder.

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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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    God's Last Breath

    Bring Down Heaven • Book 3

    by Sam Sykes

    Narrated by Edoardo Ballerini

    3.91 ABR Score (545 ratings)
    ★ 4.07 Goodreads (471) ★ 4.62 Audible (74)
    25h 4m listening time • Released 2017

    Edoardo Ballerini's performance transforms this apocalyptic fantasy finale into something genuinely haunting—his command of voice and pacing makes the moral collapse feel inevitable and devastating.

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    The Hidden Magic Chronicles Boxed Set: Shades of Light, Shades of Dark, Shades of Glory, Shades of Justice cover

    The Hidden Magic Chronicles Boxed Set: Shades of Light, Shades of Dark, Shades of Glory, Shades of Justice

    The Hidden Magic Chronicles • Book 1

    by Justin Sloan, Michael Anderle

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    3.91 ABR Score (167 ratings)
    ★ 4.44 Audible (167)
    25h 45m listening time • Released 2019
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    The Mask of Mirrors

    Rook & Rose • Book 1

    by M.A. Carrick

    Narrated by Nikki Massoud

    3.91 ABR Score (15.3K ratings)
    ★ 4 Goodreads (14.5K) ★ 4.31 Audible (816)
    23h 13m listening time • Released 2021
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    Pandora Unchained 2: A Cultivation Progression Fantasy

    Pandora Unchained • Book 2

    by Patrick Laplante

    Narrated by Adam Verner

    3.91 ABR Score (175 ratings)
    ★ 4.58 Goodreads (133) ★ 4.76 Audible (42)
    25h 54m listening time • Released 2024
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    Divine Apostasy Boxed Set Volume 1 (Books 1-3)

    Divine Apostasy • Book 1

    by A.F. Kay

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    3.90 ABR Score (228 ratings)
    ★ 4.66 Goodreads (117) ★ 4.5 Audible (111)
    37h 38m listening time • Released 2025

    Travis Baldree's narration elevates this divine-conflict epic into something genuinely immersive—his performance captures both the high-stakes magic system and the protagonist's grinding desperation as he's pulled into a war he never asked for.

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    Skill Eater 3: A LitRPG Adventure

    Skill Eater • Book 3

    by Magnus Grey

    Narrated by Paul Heitsch

    3.90 ABR Score (165 ratings)
    ★ 4.48 Goodreads (117) ★ 4.77 Audible (48)
    24h 9m listening time • Released 2026
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    The War Within

    The Great God's War • Book 2

    by Stephen R. Donaldson

    Narrated by Scott Brick

    3.90 ABR Score (866 ratings)
    ★ 4.05 Goodreads (776) ★ 4.48 Audible (90)
    24h 8m listening time • Released 2019

    Scott Brick's measured intensity transforms Donaldson's intricate political machinations into something genuinely gripping—he makes you feel the weight of impossible choices as two fragile kingdoms face annihilation.

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    A Prince's Errand

    Tales of the Amulet • Book 1

    by Dan Zangari, Robert Zangari

    Narrated by Michael Kramer

    3.88 ABR Score (484 ratings)
    ★ 4.04 Goodreads (207) ★ 4.47 Audible (277)
    40h 12m listening time • Released 2020

    Michael Kramer's narration transforms this sprawling fantasy epic into something genuinely immersive—his voice work across multiple characters anchors a complex world of ancient magic and political intrigue that demands your full attention.

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    Wrath and Vengeance Series, Books 1-3 (Bonus Edition)

    Wrath & Vengeance • Book 1

    by Sara Clancy

    Narrated by Thom Bowers

    3.88 ABR Score (42 ratings)
    ★ 4.6 Audible (42)
    20h 46m listening time • Released 2022

    Thom Bowers transforms this dark family saga into something genuinely haunting—his voice work elevates the psychological dread and makes the violent supernatural elements feel disturbingly real across all three books.

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    The Preternatural Chronicles: Books 0.5-3.5: Preternatural Chronicles Boxsets cover

    The Preternatural Chronicles: Books 0.5-3.5: Preternatural Chronicles Boxsets

    The Preternatural Chronicles

    by Hunter Blain

    Narrated by Luke Daniels

    3.88 ABR Score (316 ratings)
    ★ 4.5 Goodreads (68) ★ 4.47 Audible (248)
    39h 17m listening time • Released 2023

    Luke Daniels transforms this vampire saga into something genuinely funny and darkly compulsive—five centuries of snark, trauma, and pop culture references wrapped in a voice that makes you forget you're listening to 39 hours of audio.

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    Shadowrise

    Shadowmarch • Book 3

    by Tad Williams

    Narrated by Dick Hill

    3.88 ABR Score (7.4K ratings)
    ★ 4.03 Goodreads (6.9K) ★ 4.27 Audible (448)
    26h 50m listening time • Released 2010

    Dick Hill's voice work transforms this sprawling epic into something genuinely immersive—his range across dozens of characters keeps the intricate political machinations and dark mythology feeling intimate rather than overwhelming.

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    The Mortal Tally

    Bring Down Heaven • Book 2

    by Sam Sykes

    Narrated by Edoardo Ballerini

    3.88 ABR Score (799 ratings)
    ★ 3.97 Goodreads (710) ★ 4.49 Audible (89)
    24h 27m listening time • Released 2018

    Edoardo Ballerini transforms a sprawling urban fantasy war into something intimate and haunting, especially through Lenk's internal struggle with temptation that'll burrow into your head long after the final battle ends.

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    Song of Night

    The Dying Lands Chronicle • Book 2

    by Jacob Cooper

    Narrated by Michael Kramer

    3.86 ABR Score (187 ratings)
    ★ 3.82 Goodreads (44) ★ 4.59 Audible (143)
    22h 12m listening time • Released 2021

    Michael Kramer's narration transforms Cooper's dark fantasy sequel into something genuinely immersive—his range across multiple POVs keeps the 22-hour journey propulsive despite the series' complexity.

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    Night Angel Nemesis

    The Kylar Chronicles • Book 1

    by Brent Weeks

    Narrated by Simon Vance

    3.86 ABR Score (7.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.03 Goodreads (6.5K) ★ 4.25 Audible (982)
    32h 11m listening time • Released 2023

    Simon Vance's performance elevates this return to the Night Angel world into something genuinely immersive—his range across Kylar's fractured psyche and the sprawling cast keeps a 32-hour epic moving like a taut thriller.

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    The King's Ranger Boxset: Books 1-3

    The King's Ranger #1-3 • Book 1

    by A.C. Cobble

    Narrated by Simon Vance

    3.86 ABR Score (281 ratings)
    ★ 4.53 Goodreads (40) ★ 4.46 Audible (241)
    32h 25m listening time • Released 2022

    Simon Vance's narration transforms this sprawling fantasy trilogy into a masterclass in voice work—each character distinct, the pacing relentless, and the emotional weight of a ranger's impossible choices hitting harder in audio. If you want epic fantasy that feels intimate and character-driven, this box set is the rare 32-hour investment that pays off.

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    The Sword of Shannara cover

    The Sword of Shannara

    The Sword of Shannara (Unabridged) • Book 1

    by Terry Brooks

    Narrated by Scott Brick

    3.85 ABR Score (111.9K ratings)
    ★ 3.77 Goodreads (102.0K) ★ 4.22 Audible (9.9K)
    26h 21m listening time • Released 2003

    Brooks's debut that proved Tolkien's audience still existed — a sweeping quest epic that launched one of fantasy's longest-running series.

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    Ascension

    The Necromancer's Key • Book 5

    by Mitchell Hogan

    Narrated by Michael Kramer

    3.85 ABR Score (195 ratings)
    ★ 4.2 Goodreads (143) ★ 4.48 Audible (52)
    21h 26m listening time • Released 2023

    Michael Kramer's gravelly intensity perfectly anchors this epic finale where demon blood, necromancy, and civil war collide. Five books in, the payoff is massive and his performance makes every magic system clash feel genuinely catastrophic.

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    Legendary LitRPG: An All Genres LitRPG Anthology cover

    Legendary LitRPG: An All Genres LitRPG Anthology

    by Sean Oswald, R.J. Triveri, Joshua Kern, A.F. Kay, Timothy McGowen, Wolfe Locke, Ledyr Tabot, J. Arthur Klein, Michael Head, Han Yang, Gregory Blackburn, Alex Kozlowski, Cale Plamann, D.C. Haenlien, Lorne Ryburn, Sean Hall, Nicholas King, Somnus Quill, Amanda Head

    Narrated by Travis Baldree, Ellory Lane, Christopher Harbour, Jonathan Waters, Erin Bateman

    3.85 ABR Score (150 ratings)
    ★ 4.2 Goodreads (35) ★ 4.55 Audible (115)
    29h 11m listening time • Released 2025

    A masterclass in LitRPG variety: twenty-plus authors swing wildly across genres and tones, with a narrator ensemble that actually elevates each voice instead of flattening them. Pure discovery.

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    Unfettered III: New Tales

    The Chathrand Voyage #Thasha's cure for cabin fever • Book 3

    by Shawn Speakman, Tad Williams, Naomi Novik, Megan Lindholm, John Gwynne, David Anthony Durham, Callie Bates, Jason Denzel, Carrie Vaughn, Deborah A. Wolf, Anna Stephens, Patrick Swenson, Ramon Terrell, Peter Orullian, Terry Brooks, Lev Grossman, Seanan McGuire, Delilah S. Dawson, Mark Lawrence, Brian Herbert, Kevin J. Anderson, Brandon Sanderson, Robert Jordan, Todd Lockwood, Cat Rambo, Robert V.S. Redick, Ken Scholes, Scott Sigler, Anna Smith Spark, Marc Turner

    Narrated by Khristine Hvam, Natasha Soudek, Mark Bramhall, Michael Page, Vikas Adam, Tim Gerard Reynolds, Andrew Wincott, Luke Daniels, Brian Nishii

    3.85 ABR Score (779 ratings)
    ★ 3.98 Goodreads (571) ★ 4.37 Audible (208)
    27h 36m listening time • Released 2019
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    The Mirror of Her Dreams cover

    The Mirror of Her Dreams

    Mordant's Need • Book 1

    by Stephen R. Donaldson

    Narrated by Scott Brick

    3.84 ABR Score (14.7K ratings)
    ★ 3.93 Goodreads (14.1K) ★ 4.24 Audible (580)
    28h 27m listening time • Released 2012

    Scott Brick transforms Donaldson's labyrinthine fantasy into something genuinely gripping—his performance captures both the psychological unease of a woman doubting her own reality and the high-stakes intrigue of a kingdom teetering toward collapse.

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    The Prisoner of Tardalim cover

    The Prisoner of Tardalim

    Tales of the Amulet

    by Dan Zangari, Robert Zangari

    Narrated by Michael Kramer

    3.83 ABR Score (146 ratings)
    ★ 4.35 Goodreads (65) ★ 4.46 Audible (81)
    24h 6m listening time • Released 2021

    Michael Kramer brings a sharp, sardonic edge to Amendal that makes this epic fantasy expedition genuinely fun to listen to—witty banter and high stakes are a potent combo.

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    Shadowplay

    Shadowmarch • Book 2

    by Tad Williams

    Narrated by Dick Hill

    3.82 ABR Score (8.8K ratings)
    ★ 3.93 Goodreads (8.3K) ★ 4.24 Audible (501)
    30h 23m listening time • Released 2010

    Dick Hill's voice work transforms this sprawling dark fantasy sequel into something genuinely immersive—his range across dozens of characters keeps the political intrigue sharp and the supernatural dread palpable across 30+ hours.

  346. 346
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    The Complete Poppy War Trilogy

    The Poppy War • Book 1

    by R. F. Kuang

    Narrated by Emily Woo Zeller

    3.82 ABR Score (4.6K ratings)
    ★ 4.38 Goodreads (2.6K) ★ 4.06 Audible (2.0K)
    66h 29m listening time • Released 2023

    Emily Woo Zeller's performance elevates this brutal, shamanic military epic into something transcendent—her voice carries the weight of Rin's descent from soldier to god-touched weapon with devastating precision.

  347. 347
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    Mythborn I: Rise of the Adepts (Fate of the Sovereign Book 1)

    Fate of the Sovereign • Book 1

    by V. Lakshman

    Narrated by Michael Kramer

    3.81 ABR Score (800 ratings)
    ★ 3.78 Goodreads (383) ★ 4.38 Audible (417)
    20h 25m listening time • Released 2018

    Michael Kramer's narration transforms this epic fantasy into an unputdownable experience—his command of tension and character voices makes the betrayals and moral stakes hit harder than they have any right to.

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    Heart of Flesh

    The Ronin Saga • Book 5

    by Matthew Wolf

    Narrated by Michael Kramer

    3.81 ABR Score (54 ratings)
    ★ 4.93 Goodreads (27) ★ 4.85 Audible (27)
    22h 49m listening time • Released 2026

    Michael Kramer's narration elevates Wolf's intricate magic system and arena politics into something genuinely gripping—this fifth book finally delivers the payoff the series has been building toward.

  349. 349
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    Painting the Mists: Volume 4: Painting the Mists, Books 10-12

    Painting the Mists • Book 10

    by Patrick G. Laplante, Adam Verner

    Narrated by Adam Verner

    3.81 ABR Score (14 ratings)
    ★ 4.79 Audible (14)
    63h 44m listening time • Released 2024
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    Tower of Somnus Omnibus: Books 1-3 in A LitRPG Adventure Series

    Tower of Somnus • Book 1

    by Cale Plamann

    Narrated by Andrea Parsneau

    3.80 ABR Score (95 ratings)
    ★ 4.8 Goodreads (15) ★ 4.5 Audible (80)
    41h 35m listening time • Released 2024
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    The Lonesome Crown cover

    The Lonesome Crown

    The Five Warrior Angels • Book 3

    by Brian Lee Durfee

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    3.80 ABR Score (1.5K ratings)
    ★ 4.07 Goodreads (1.3K) ★ 4.13 Audible (173)
    43h 19m listening time • Released 2024

    Tim Gerard Reynolds transforms this epic conclusion into something transcendent—his layered vocal performances across dozens of characters make the political intrigue and magic feel genuinely lived rather than merely narrated.

  352. 352
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    Great & Secret Show

    Book of the Art • Book 1

    by Unknown Author

    Narrated by Chet Williamson

    3.79 ABR Score (945 ratings)
    ★ 4.26 Audible (945)
    22h 24m listening time • Released 2015
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    Sorcerer cover

    Sorcerer

    Dear Spellbook • Book 1

    by Peter J. Lee, TK523

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    3.79 ABR Score (642 ratings)
    ★ 3.93 Goodreads (636) ★ 4.83 Audible (6)
    39h 56m listening time • Released 2026

    Travis Baldree nails the voice of a sarcastic sorcerer trapped in a time loop, turning what could be a gimmick into genuine tension and humor across nearly 40 hours.

  354. 354
    Unfettered II: New Tales cover

    Unfettered II: New Tales

    Gunnie Rose #0.0 - The Gunnie

    by Shawn Speakman, Naomi Novik, Brandon Sanderson, Jim Butcher, Charlaine Harris, Michael J. Sullivan, Janny Wurts, Bradley P. Beaulieu, Mark Lawrence, Seanan McGuire, Peter Orullian, Aidan Moher, Erin Lindsey, John A. Pitts, Anthony Ryan, Scott Sigler, Django Wexler, Rachel Caine, Sarah Beth Durst, David Farland, Terry Brooks

    Narrated by Sarah Coomes, Michael Kramer, Emily Woo Zeller, Nick Podehl, Erin Mallon, Tim Gerard Reynolds

    3.78 ABR Score (1.5K ratings)
    ★ 3.92 Goodreads (1.1K) ★ 4.25 Audible (340)
    20h 17m listening time • Released 2017
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    Sacrament

    by Clive Barker

    Narrated by Chris MacDonnell

    3.77 ABR Score (5.8K ratings)
    ★ 3.77 Goodreads (5.6K) ★ 4.22 Audible (165)
    20h 18m listening time • Released 2014
  356. 356
    The Knife's Edge cover

    The Knife's Edge

    The Ronin Saga • Book 1

    by Matthew Wolf

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    3.77 ABR Score (2.2K ratings)
    ★ 3.69 Goodreads (854) ★ 4.32 Audible (1.3K)
    20h 2m listening time • Released 2020
  357. 357
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    Iron Council

    New Crobuzon • Book 3

    by China Miéville

    Narrated by Gildart Jackson

    3.77 ABR Score (17.5K ratings)
    ★ 3.73 Goodreads (17.0K) ★ 4.25 Audible (530)
    21h 4m listening time • Released 2014
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    The Ruin of Kings cover

    The Ruin of Kings

    A Chorus of Dragons • Book 1

    by Jenn Lyons

    Narrated by Feodor Chin, Soneela Nankani, Vikas Adam

    3.76 ABR Score (17.6K ratings)
    ★ 3.82 Goodreads (16.1K) ★ 4.19 Audible (1.5K)
    27h 22m listening time • Released 2019
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    Renegade's Magic

    Soldier Son • Book 3

    by Robin Hobb

    Narrated by John Keating

    3.75 ABR Score (18.1K ratings)
    ★ 3.56 Goodreads (17.2K) ★ 4.34 Audible (876)
    29h 21m listening time • Released 2009
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    Painting the Mists: Volume 5: Painting the Mists, Books 13-15

    Painting the Mists • Book 13

    by Patrick G. Laplante, Adam Verner

    Narrated by Adam Verner

    3.75 ABR Score (9 ratings)
    ★ 4.56 Audible (9)
    60h 57m listening time • Released 2024
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    Death's Mantle

    Death's Mantle #1-3 • Book 1

    by Harmon Cooper

    Narrated by Andrea Parsneau

    3.75 ABR Score (90 ratings)
    ★ 3.94 Goodreads (16) ★ 4.31 Audible (74)
    30h 55m listening time • Released 2024
  362. 362
    The Map of All Things cover

    The Map of All Things

    Terra Incognita • Book 2

    by Kevin J. Anderson

    Narrated by Scott Brick

    3.75 ABR Score (988 ratings)
    ★ 3.85 Goodreads (985) ★ 5 Audible (3)
    20h 44m listening time • Released 2025

    Scott Brick's measured, weathered delivery transforms this sprawling religious war epic into something genuinely immersive—his distinct voices for rival leaders Omra and Criston make the competing quests feel like dueling philosophies, not just plot mechanics.

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    Unbound

    Annwn Cycle #The Dead's Revenant • Book 1

    by Shawn Speakman, Terry Brooks, Seanan McGuire, Mark Lawrence, Anthony Ryan, Tim Marquitz, Brian Staveley, Michael J. Sullivan, John Marco, Peter Orullian, Kat Richardson, Sam Sykes, Kristen Britain, Mazarkis Williams, Jim Butcher, Rachel Caine, Harry Connolly, Delilah S. Dawson, David Anthony Durham, Jason M. Hough, Mary Robinette Kowal, Joe Abercrombie

    Narrated by Dick Hill, Tim Gerard Reynolds, Nick Podehl, Allyson Johnson, Christian Rodska, Emily Bauer

    3.74 ABR Score (1.3K ratings)
    ★ 3.96 Goodreads (1.0K) ★ 4.13 Audible (246)
    20h 55m listening time • Released 2016

    A star-studded anthology where twenty-three fantasy masters tell exactly the stories they want, each perfectly matched to a narrator who elevates the prose—Dick Hill's gravitas, Tim Gerard Reynolds' intensity—making this feel less like a collection and more like a curated experience.

  364. 364
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    The Dragons of Deepwood Fen

    The Book of the Holt • Book 1

    by Bradley P. Beaulieu

    Narrated by Simon Vance

    3.74 ABR Score (488 ratings)
    ★ 3.66 Goodreads (466) ★ 4.18 Audible (22)
    22h 9m listening time • Released 2023

    Simon Vance transforms this conspiracy thriller into something lean and propulsive—his crisp delivery cuts through exposition and lets the cat-and-mouse games between Lorelei and Rylan crackle with genuine tension.

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    The Grace of Kings

    The Dandelion Dynasty • Book 1

    by Ken Liu

    Narrated by Michael Kramer

    3.73 ABR Score (31.7K ratings)
    ★ 3.8 Goodreads (29.8K) ★ 4.15 Audible (1.9K)
    21h 37m listening time • Released 2015

    Michael Kramer's performance transforms this Asian-inspired epic into something genuinely immersive—his range across dozens of characters makes the political intrigue feel like you're in the room as alliances fracture and ambition consumes former brothers.

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    The Sacred Band

    Acacia • Book 3

    by David Anthony Durham

    Narrated by Dick Hill

    3.72 ABR Score (3.1K ratings)
    ★ 3.85 Goodreads (2.7K) ★ 4.16 Audible (420)
    28h 3m listening time • Released 2011

    Dick Hill's deep, commanding voice transforms this epic trilogy closer into something mythic—28 hours of sweeping battles and political intrigue that actually justify the audiobook length.

  367. 367
    The City of Dusk cover

    The City of Dusk

    The Dark Gods • Book 1

    by Tara Sim

    Narrated by Nikki Patel

    3.71 ABR Score (4.4K ratings)
    ★ 3.6 Goodreads (4.3K) ★ 4.2 Audible (102)
    24h 51m listening time • Released 2022
  368. 368
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    Deep Magic: Volume 1: A Speculative Fiction Collection: Deep Magic

    Deep Magic • Book 1

    by Jeff Wheeler, Kate Rudd, Hannah Curtis, Cindy Kay, Amir Abdullah, Adam Verner, John York, Anthony Palmini, David Doersch, D.K. Holmberg, Maria V. Snyder, Charlie N. Holmberg, T.E. Bradford, Caitlyn McFarland, Brendon Taylor

    Narrated by Kate Rudd, Hannah Curtis, Cindy Kay, Amir Abdullah, Adam Verner, John York, Anthony Palmini, David Doersch

    3.71 ABR Score (7 ratings)
    ★ 4 Audible (7)
    22h 20m listening time • Released 2025
  369. 369
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    Wizard's Tower: Books 1-3: A LitRPG Series Bundle

    Wizard's Tower • Book 1

    by Gregory Allanther

    Narrated by Jeff Hays, Justin Thomas James, Andrea Parsneau

    3.71 ABR Score (335 ratings)
    ★ 3.72 Goodreads (25) ★ 4.2 Audible (310)
    38h 22m listening time • Released 2024
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    Against All Things Ending cover

    Against All Things Ending

    The Last Chronicles of Thomas Covenant • Book 3

    by Stephen R. Donaldson

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    3.71 ABR Score (5.1K ratings)
    ★ 3.92 Goodreads (4.7K) ★ 4.06 Audible (379)
    33h 11m listening time • Released 2011
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    Painting the Mists: Volume 1: Painting the Mists, Books 1-3 cover

    Painting the Mists: Volume 1: Painting the Mists, Books 1-3

    Painting the Mists • Book 1

    by Patrick G. Laplante, Adam Verner

    Narrated by Adam Verner

    3.71 ABR Score (33 ratings)
    ★ 4 Goodreads (1) ★ 4.53 Audible (32)
    32h 7m listening time • Released 2024
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    Painting the Mists: Volume 2: Painting the Mists, Books 4-6 cover

    Painting the Mists: Volume 2: Painting the Mists, Books 4-6

    Painting the Mists • Book 4

    by Patrick G. Laplante, Adam Verner

    Narrated by Adam Verner

    3.70 ABR Score (23 ratings)
    ★ 4 Goodreads (1) ★ 4.73 Audible (22)
    42h 32m listening time • Released 2024
  373. 373
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    The Dark Necromancer (Tales of the Amulet Book 2)

    Tales of the Amulet • Book 2

    by Dan Zangari, Robert Zangari

    Narrated by Michael Kramer

    3.69 ABR Score (14 ratings)
    ★ 4.6 Goodreads (5) ★ 4.89 Audible (9)
    48h 39m listening time • Released 2025

    Michael Kramer's narration transforms this sprawling dark fantasy sequel into something genuinely immersive—his vocal range makes the competing conspiracies and magic systems feel urgent rather than overwhelming.

  374. 374
    Soot cover

    Soot

    Smoke • Book 2

    by Dan Vyleta

    Narrated by Allan Corduner, Steve West, Dominic Hoffman, Fiona Hardingham, Katharine Lee McEwan, Nicholas Guy Smith, Deepti Gupta, Juha Sorola, Mark Bramhall

    3.68 ABR Score (258 ratings)
    ★ 3.31 Goodreads (250) ★ 4.25 Audible (8)
    22h 11m listening time • Released 2020
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    Rogues of Magic cover

    Rogues of Magic

    Rogues of Magic #1-3 • Book 1

    by J.T. Williams

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    3.67 ABR Score (1.5K ratings)
    ★ 3.97 Goodreads (655) ★ 4.08 Audible (856)
    29h 56m listening time • Released 2020

    Tim Gerard Reynolds transforms a sprawling dark fantasy trilogy into something genuinely immersive—his vocal range makes each morally fractured character feel like a separate presence, pulling you deeper into a world where magic's return forces an assassin to choose a side.

  376. 376
    The Book of Magic cover

    The Book of Magic

    Spiritwalker #Bloom

    by Gardner Dozois, K.J. Parker, Megan Lindholm, John Crowley, Matthew Hughes, Ysabeau S. Wilce, Rachel Pollack, Eleanor Arnason, Tim Powers, Liz Williams, Garth Nix, Elizabeth Bear, Lavie Tidhar, Greg Van Eekhout, George R.R. Martin, Andy Duncan, Kate Elliott, Scott Lynch

    Narrated by Elliot Hill, Karissa Vacker, Sile Bermingham, Maxwell Caulfield, Susan Denaker, Scott Brick, Bruce Mann, Holly Palance, Nicholas Guy Smith, Steve West, Various

    3.66 ABR Score (1.0K ratings)
    ★ 3.7 Goodreads (839) ★ 4.07 Audible (191)
    24h 38m listening time • Released 2018
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    Painting the Mists: Volume 3: Painting the Mists, Books 7-9 cover

    Painting the Mists: Volume 3: Painting the Mists, Books 7-9

    Painting the Mists • Book 7

    by Patrick G. Laplante, Adam Verner

    Narrated by Adam Verner

    3.66 ABR Score (13 ratings)
    ★ 3 Goodreads (1) ★ 4.5 Audible (12)
    47h 57m listening time • Released 2024
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    The Book of Swords cover

    The Book of Swords

    Sir Hereward and Mister Fitz #7 - A Long, Cold Trail

    by Gardner Dozois, K.J. Parker, Robin Hobb, Ken Liu, Matthew Hughes, Kate Elliott, Walter Jon Williams, Daniel Abraham, C.J. Cherryh, Garth Nix, Ellen Kushner, Scott Lynch, Rich Larson, Elizabeth Bear, Lavie Tidhar, Cecelia Holland, George R.R. Martin

    Narrated by John Lee, Katharine Lee McEwan, Kim Mai Guest, Elliot Hill, Richard Brewer, Nicholas Guy Smith, Kirby Heyborne, Julia Whelan, Mark Deakins, Steve West, Ralph Lister

    3.66 ABR Score (2.6K ratings)
    ★ 3.67 Goodreads (2.2K) ★ 4.16 Audible (419)
    22h 13m listening time • Released 2017
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    The Other Lands

    Acacia • Book 2

    by David Anthony Durham

    Narrated by Dick Hill

    3.65 ABR Score (4.4K ratings)
    ★ 3.81 Goodreads (3.9K) ★ 4.05 Audible (460)
    23h 51m listening time • Released 2009

    Dick Hill's measured, authoritative narration transforms Durham's sprawling political fantasy into something genuinely compelling, especially when juggling multiple royal perspectives and the creeping dread of what's being unleashed beyond the empire's borders.

  380. 380
    Owen Samuel and the Juggernaut cover

    Owen Samuel and the Juggernaut

    The Juggernaut • Book 1

    by Mike Simmons

    Narrated by Michael Kramer

    3.64 ABR Score (10 ratings)
    ★ 1.67 Goodreads (3) ★ 4.43 Audible (7)
    22h 45m listening time • Released 2025

    Michael Kramer's narration transforms this grimdark fantasy into something genuinely haunting—his performance of Owen's internal struggle between grief and the monstrous power he's forced to reclaim hits harder on audio than it ever could on the page.

  381. 381
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    Elfland

    Aetherial Tales • Book 1

    by Freda Warrington

    Narrated by Matthew Lloyd Davies

    3.64 ABR Score (1.3K ratings)
    ★ 3.77 Goodreads (1.1K) ★ 3.98 Audible (204)
    22h 18m listening time • Released 2014
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    The Runes of the Earth cover

    The Runes of the Earth

    The Last Chronicles of Thomas Covenant • Book 1

    by Stephen R. Donaldson

    Narrated by Scott Brick

    3.64 ABR Score (8.4K ratings)
    ★ 3.8 Goodreads (7.6K) ★ 4.05 Audible (775)
    27h 19m listening time • Released 2005

    Scott Brick's commanding voice transforms this return to the Land into an immersive odyssey, capturing both the wonder and dread of Donaldson's most ambitious fantasy world across 27 hours of pure narrative grip.

  383. 383
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    Forest Mage

    Soldier Son • Book 2

    by Robin Hobb

    Narrated by John Keating

    3.62 ABR Score (20.6K ratings)
    ★ 3.47 Goodreads (19.7K) ★ 4.2 Audible (923)
    31h 3m listening time • Released 2009
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    The Wizard's Crown cover

    The Wizard's Crown

    Art of the Adept • Book 5

    by Michael G. Manning

    Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

    3.62 ABR Score (3.9K ratings)
    ★ 3.96 Goodreads (2.6K) ★ 3.99 Audible (1.3K)
    22h 7m listening time • Released 2022

    Tim Gerard Reynolds brings crystalline intensity to Will's final ascent, transforming what could be political scheming into genuinely tense negotiations with angels, demons, and fae. Five books in, Manning's magic system finally pays off.

  385. 385
    The Complete Iconoclasts Saga cover

    The Complete Iconoclasts Saga

    Iconoclasts • Book 1

    by Mike Shel

    Narrated by Simon Vance

    3.61 ABR Score (7 ratings)
    ★ 4 Goodreads (2) ★ 3.8 Audible (5)
    49h 18m listening time • Released 2025

    Simon Vance transforms this sprawling dark fantasy trilogy into something genuinely unsettling—his control of tone and pacing makes the horror creep under your skin rather than jump at you.

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    Shaman's Crossing: Book One of The Soldier Son Trilogy – An Epic Military Fantasy Where Ancient Sorcery Claims Souls and Devastates Worlds cover

    Shaman's Crossing: Book One of The Soldier Son Trilogy – An Epic Military Fantasy Where Ancient Sorcery Claims Souls and Devastates Worlds

    Soldier Son • Book 1

    by Robin Hobb

    Narrated by John Keating

    3.59 ABR Score (27.3K ratings)
    ★ 3.55 Goodreads (26.1K) ★ 4.11 Audible (1.2K)
    24h 49m listening time • Released 2009
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    Dangerous Women

    The Dresden Files #13.1 - Bombshells

    by George R.R. Martin, Gardner Dozois, Carrie Vaughn, Lev Gossman, Joe R. Lansdale, Megan Lindholm, Lawrence Block, Brandon Sanderson, Sharon Kay Penman, Lev Grossman, Nancy Kress, Diana Rowland, Diana Gabaldon, S.M. Stirling, Sam Sykes, Pat Cadigan, Caroline Spector, Joe Abercrombie, Megan Abbott, Cecelia Holland, Jim Butcher, Sherrilyn Kenyon, Melinda M. Snodgrass

    Narrated by Scott Brick, Jonathan Frakes, Stana Katic, Inna Korobkina, Lee Meriwether, Claudia Black, Sophie Turner, Janis Ian, Iain Glen, Karen Dotrice, Various

    3.56 ABR Score (14.9K ratings)
    ★ 3.67 Goodreads (13.2K) ★ 4.02 Audible (1.7K)
    32h 47m listening time • Released 2013

    A stacked anthology where Abercrombie, Sanderson, Butcher, and Gabaldon deliver knockout stories, anchored by an all-star narrator cast that elevates every twist—32 hours that justify the hype.

  388. 388
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    Apotheosis: The Beginning After the End

    by TurtleMe

    Narrated by Travis Baldree, Elizabeth Evans

    3.51 ABR Score (3 ratings)
    ★ 5 Goodreads (3)
    26h 40m listening time • Released 2026

    Baldree and Evans nail the dual-narrator energy as Arthur faces his biggest stakes yet; twelve books in, the power progression still hits hard because the emotional weight keeps pace with the magic.

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    The Book of Love

    by Kelly Link

    Narrated by January LaVoy

    3.49 ABR Score (11.3K ratings)
    ★ 3.49 Goodreads (11.1K) ★ 3.77 Audible (186)
    23h 31m listening time • Released 2024

    January LaVoy's performance transforms Link's genre-bending ghost story into something genuinely haunting—her voice captures both the tenderness and strangeness that makes this Nebula winner feel like a literary spell.

  390. 390
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    Unchained: A Litrpg Apocalypse

    Welcome to the Multiverse • Book 11

    by Sean Oswald, Joshua Mason

    Narrated by Travis Baldree

    3.48 ABR Score (2 ratings)
    ★ 2.5 Goodreads (2)
    22h 13m listening time • Released 2026

    Travis Baldree's performance elevates this intricate LitRPG mystery—his dynamic range makes complex system mechanics feel urgent rather than exposition-heavy, pulling you through 22 hours of conspiracy and character debt.

  391. 391
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    Shadowmarch

    Shadowmarch • Book 1

    by Tad Williams

    Narrated by Dick Hill

    3.47 ABR Score (13.5K ratings)
    ★ 3.77 Goodreads (12.8K) ★ 3.79 Audible (735)
    29h 19m listening time • Released 2010

    Dick Hill's performance transforms this sprawling fantasy epic into something genuinely immersive—his character work keeps you locked in through 29 hours of political intrigue, family tragedy, and creeping supernatural dread.

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    The Dryad Storm

    The Black Witch Chronicles • Book 5

    by Laurie Forest

    Narrated by Julia Whelan

    3.34 ABR Score (5.5K ratings)
    ★ 3.18 Goodreads (5.2K) ★ 3.85 Audible (294)
    31h 45m listening time • Released 2025

    Julia Whelan's narration carries you through this sprawling finale with such emotional precision that you'll feel every loss alongside Elloren—a perfect match for Forest's high-stakes, character-driven epic fantasy.

  393. 393
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    Acacia: The War with the Mein

    Acacia • Book 1

    by David Anthony Durham

    Narrated by Dick Hill

    3.27 ABR Score (10.1K ratings)
    ★ 3.58 Goodreads (9.0K) ★ 3.66 Audible (1.1K)
    29h 27m listening time • Released 2007

    Dick Hill's narration transforms this sprawling fantasy epic into something genuinely immersive, giving each of the fractured storylines their own vocal identity while maintaining the dark political intrigue that makes the Acacia empire feel dangerously real.

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