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Age of Legend

The Legends of the First Empire • Book 4

by Michael J. Sullivan, Simonetti

Narrated by Tim Gerard Reynolds

4.45 ABR Score (25.0K ratings)
★ 4.35 Goodreads (15.8K) ★ 4.72 Audible (9.1K)
14h 34m Released 2019 Fantasy

Why Listen to This Audiobook?

Tim Gerard Reynolds has narrated this entire series, and by book four he's not performing characters — he's inhabiting them.

  • Great if you want: payoff for investment in a long epic fantasy series
  • Listening experience: emotionally heavy, building tension toward a devastating pivot
  • Narration: Reynolds' dozen-plus distinct voices feel earned, not showy
  • Skip if: you haven't listened to books one through three

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About This Audiobook

Ancient tensions between humans and the immortal Fhrey reach a breaking point as warfare gives way to an uneasy stalemate along contested borders. When Persephone's carefully laid plans for peace crumble due to treachery from within, humanity faces the prospect of losing everything they've fought to achieve. With a trusted ally trapped in mortal danger and the Fhrey poised to reclaim their advantage, desperate circumstances force Persephone to pursue answers hidden in cryptic folklore. Her quest leads to whispered tales of mystical powers, forgotten melodies that hold ancient secrets, and doorways that promise passage to realms beyond mortal understanding.

Tim Gerard Reynolds delivers a masterful performance that brings Sullivan's intricate fantasy world to vivid life through distinct character voices and nuanced emotional depth. His narration captures both the intimate moments of personal struggle and the sweeping grandeur of epic confrontations, maintaining perfect pacing throughout the substantial runtime. Reynolds's skill at shifting between perspectives allows listeners to fully immerse themselves in each character's journey, while his clear delivery ensures that complex world-building details remain accessible and engaging in audio format.