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Feast of Souls

Magister Trilogy, Book 1

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C.S. Friedman, acclaimed author of The Coldfire Trilogy, returns to the epic style which has made her one of the most popular fantasy writers in the genre. In this first book of the trilogy, Friedman introduces listeners to a world of high fantasy, replete with vampire-like magical powers, erotic interludes, treachery, war, sorcery, and a draconic creature of horrific power and evil that will have listeners eagerly awaiting the next novel in the series.

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Critic reviews

"[I]maginative, deftly plotted fantasy." (Publishers Weekly)
"Powerful, intricate plotting and gripping characters distinguish a book in which ethical dilemmas are essential and engrossing." (Booklist)
Unique Magic System • Complex World-building • Distinct Character Voices • Intricate Plot • Dark Fantasy Elements

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Narration is well done and pleasant to hear. The story stays on track and doesn't splinter into too many plot lines á la Wheel of Time, GoT etc.

Political intrigue, suitably conflicted heros

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Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?

interesting twist, but very slow to get there. hoping book two will get to the guts. of the story

What could C. S. Friedman have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you?

pick up the story pace

What about Elisabeth Rodgers’s performance did you like?

well done

Was Feast of Souls worth the listening time?

yes - trying book two

very slow

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This review covers the trilogy as each book in quality and content is about the same, so if you're going to listen to the first book you may as well listen to them all as they are consistent throughout.

I like Friedman for the darkness she portrays in the human soul. This series is one along the lines of "soul sucking vampire" types as her excellent Coldfire series was. This series however doesn't quite reach the heights of that one.

The problem I have with this series is that there are too many central characters for development and thus each is lacking something despite their importance to the storyline. In particular, the main character, Kamala has significant gaps in her story and in some places her story lines end quite abruptly and unsatisfyingly. The feeling of "loose ends" is evident in a number of places. One gets the feeling she isn't fleshed out enough.

Despite this, the story ideas are solid and overall it's a good series to listen to if you are a fantasy fan. Had this series been longer to allow full development of the characters it would have scored 5's across the board.

The narration was good although with an even mix of male and female roles it may have been better done by a man and woman as Elisabeth did struggle on some of the male voices.

This is worth a listen to as there are some great ideas and concepts with a solid story line and telling of it.

A solid trilogy

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I have read scores of fantasy novels by many authors in the 23+ years I've been an avid reader. C.S Friedman is a truly gifted fantasy writer and in my top 3 authors of all time.

C.S Friedman is one of my favorite

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I only regret that it's a trilogy. I want so much more to enjoy. Get wrapped up in it.

Sensational Escapism

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