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Age of Death

The Legends of the First Empire • Book 5

by Michael J. Sullivan

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

4.40 ABR Score (19.5K ratings)
★ 4.28 Goodreads (13.3K) ★ 4.72 Audible (6.3K)
13h 57m Released 2020 Fantasy

Why Listen to This Audiobook?

Tim Gerard Reynolds narrating an underworld epic co-read by the author and his wife is either a gimmick or something genuinely special — it's the latter.

  • Great if you want: mythic-scale fantasy with real emotional stakes in the afterlife
  • Listening experience: epic and deliberate — rewards listeners already invested in the series
  • Narration: Reynolds anchors it; the Sullivan duo adds an intimate, personal texture
  • Skip if: you haven't read books 1–4; this won't stand alone

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About This Audiobook

Winter's grip tightens on the realm as humanity faces its darkest hour in this penultimate installment of The Legends of the First Empire series. With the western army blocked from the Fhrey homeland by an impenetrable tower, desperation drives both mortal and mystical forces toward impossible choices. As the fane races to unlock the devastating secret of dragons and time runs short for the imprisoned Suri, salvation may only come from the most unlikely source: those who have already crossed into death itself. The living and the dead must unite in ways never before imagined, challenging the very boundaries between life and the afterlife.

The multi-narrator approach elevates this complex tale to remarkable heights, with Tim Gerard Reynolds anchoring the performance alongside Robin and Michael J. Sullivan. Reynolds delivers his signature gravitas to the epic fantasy elements, while the collaborative narration captures the intimate character moments and shifting perspectives that define Sullivan's storytelling. The nearly fourteen-hour runtime allows the philosophical depth and mythological scope to unfold naturally, creating an immersive experience that honors the story's classical inspirations. The seamless production quality ensures that listeners remain fully engaged as familiar characters venture into uncharted supernatural territory.