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Tricked

The Iron Druid Chronicles • Book 4

by Kevin Hearne

Narrated by Luke Daniels

4.42 ABR Score (65.0K ratings)
★ 4.25 Goodreads (50.9K) ★ 4.67 Audible (14.1K)
10h 42m Released 2012 Fantasy

Why Listen to This Audiobook?

Atticus spends the whole book getting played by a trickster god — and Luke Daniels makes every con feel like you were in on it all along.

  • Great if you want: snappy mythology mash-ups with genuine narrative sleight of hand
  • Listening experience: brisk and irreverent — urban fantasy comfort food with real bite
  • Narration: Daniels separates Norse gods, Coyote, and skinwalkers with precision
  • Skip if: starting here cold — prior books carry essential payoff

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About This Audiobook

Atticus O'Sullivan, the ancient Druid who has survived over two thousand years by blending Celtic magic with modern cunning, finds himself caught between vengeful Norse gods and treacherous Navajo shapeshifters in the Arizona desert. When thunder gods arrive seeking deadly retribution, Atticus turns to an unlikely ally: Coyote, the legendary trickster god whose mischievous nature proves both blessing and curse. What begins as an elaborate deception to fool his divine enemies spirals into a web of betrayals, as Atticus discovers that surviving ancient grudges requires navigating dangers far more complex than he anticipated.

Luke Daniels delivers another exceptional performance that captures both Atticus's sardonic wit and the story's escalating tension with remarkable skill. His vocal range brings distinct personality to each character, from Coyote's playful cunning to the menacing presence of supernatural predators, while maintaining perfect pacing through both action sequences and quieter character moments. Daniels's narration elevates Hearne's blend of mythology and humor, making the intricate plot twists and cultural elements easily digestible through audio. The narrator's confident delivery ensures that listeners remain fully engaged with the story's shifting allegiances and mounting stakes.