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An Unwelcome Quest

Magic 2.0 • Book 3

by Scott Meyer

Narrated by Luke Daniels

4.23 ABR Score (39.6K ratings)
★ 4 Goodreads (18.6K) ★ 4.52 Audible (21.0K)
11h 46m Released 2015 Sci-Fi

Why Listen to This Audiobook?

Trapped in a fantasy RPG with no magic and insufferable friends — Luke Daniels makes every minute of their suffering hilarious.

  • Great if you want: geeky comedy that earns its laughs through character, not just premise
  • Listening experience: breezy and funny — easy to binge, zero pretension
  • Narration: Daniels handles ensemble banter with distinct voices and sharp comic timing
  • Skip if: you haven't read books 1–2; the payoffs depend on prior setup

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About This Audiobook

Computer programmers turned time-traveling wizards find themselves stripped of their magical abilities and trapped inside a nightmarish video game created by their vengeful former colleague. When Todd, an ex-apprentice they previously imprisoned for magical misconduct, escapes and seeks revenge, he conjures an elaborate digital world filled with deadly creatures, treacherous landscapes, and seemingly impossible challenges. The reluctant heroes must navigate this hostile virtual environment using only their wits and programming knowledge, facing both external threats and their own interpersonal tensions as they search for a way back to Medieval England.

Luke Daniels delivers a masterful performance that captures the story's unique blend of tech-savvy humor and fantasy adventure. His distinct character voices bring personality to each programmer-wizard, from their sarcastic banter to moments of genuine peril, while his pacing expertly balances comedic beats with action sequences. Daniels navigates the story's technical jargon and pop culture references with natural ease, making the complex premise accessible and entertaining. The audio format particularly enhances the immersive video game setting, as Daniels' dynamic delivery transforms digital landscapes and creature encounters into vivid, engaging scenes that feel both fantastical and surprisingly relatable.