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The Order War

The Saga of Recluce Series, Book 4

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The Order War

By: L. E. Modesitt Jr.
Narrated by: Kirby Heyborne
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Set after the events of The Magic Engineer (and prior to The Magic of Recluce), The Order War illuminates great figures and major events in the historic war between order and chaos that is the central focus of the saga of Recluce.

The deadly White Wizards of Fairhaven, wielding the forces of chaos, have completed their great highway through the Westhorns and now threatened the ancient matriarchy of Sarronnyn, the last bastion of order in Candar. The ruler of Sarronnyn appeals to the Black order wizards of Recluce for help.

Justen - a young Black Engineer in the city of Nylan - joins the relief force. Despite their success in destroying more than half the White armies, Sarronnyn falls to the White Wizards, and Justen is chased into the most inhospitable desert in Candar. These trials are but the beginning, for the White Wizards have all Candar in their grasp. Justen must fight both Recluce and Fairhaven, as well as the highest powers of order and the forbidden technology to harness chaos itself in his efforts to halt the conquest of the chaos wizards.

©1995 L.E. Modesitt (P)2013 Tantor Epic Fantasy Magic Wizardry Epic Fantasy Fiction

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"Modesitt creates a deeper and more intricate world with each volume." ( Publishers Weekly)
Engaging Storyline • World Depth • Spectacular Voice Range • Scientific Research • Great Storytelling

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This book is a necessary piece of this world. Having said that, the book is a bit slower than some of the other ones. This particular book, however, adds so much depth to the world of Recluse that it is not to be missed.

The Grey Wizard

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L E Modesitt doesn't let fans down with this episode. Story moved a bit slow in some of the battle scenes, but that could just be my own preferences as a reader. As a metalsmith, I especially appreciate the scientific research that has gone into writing the story. Another great "read"!
I really appreciate the narration of Kirby Heybourne, too. I could listen to him read any book, really. His range of voices is spectacular, speed, cadence & overall performance is fantastic. A great experience all around.

Another great story in Recluse Saga!

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Chaos bond in order. The ancient forest shows how to remove the great conflict between chaos and order.

Chaos & order togethrr

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I truly in joy this author his books bring wonder . I have listen to all and am returning through them I. time line order great story

good

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read these books years ago when the came out. now addicted to audio and rediscovering lost friends. I find these books even more now than in college. love the order chaos balance.

love the balance!

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