In the Shadow of Kings

A Time of Dragons, Book 2

By: Philip C. Quaintrell

Narrated by: Steven Brand

Only one can end the war.

He stands between two worlds, a savior and a destroyer to both. Dragons and aegres will fall. But one can turn the tide.

One who stands in the shadow of kings. Such has been seen by the doomed. The weight of ten thousand lives and all the realm besides now sits on Joran's shoulders. So much has already been sacrificed to bring him to the ancient doors of Drakanan, where he might take on the mantle of Dragon Rider and usher in a new age of heroes.

But a time of dragons is not all that has been seen…

The days are shadowed by the approaching night. The war to devour all wars has come again. He who lies entombed in the dark will rise and the fires with him. Death cannot hold him.

The Skaramangians hold to this, their fingers pulling the strings of war to hide their dark deeds. In past and present, they work towards a future that will reset the world. Evil will be made manifest in that world, and there remains no power in all of Verda capable of preventing it.

And so the few, those who would be heroes, must take the road to madness if they are to prepare for the inevitable war. It is not a road they can all survive…

©2024 Philip C. Quaintrell (P)2024 Podium Audio

Non-Stop Action!

I really enjoyed "In the Shadow of Kings" and would recommend it to friends. However, the action was non-stop. I like a brief pause at times to catch my breath and get more depth on the characters. Philip Quaintrell put a lot of thought and effort into the fight scenes but I mentally drew back after so long.

The ending was, on one hand predictable and on the other, wild and maybe disappointing. I won't spoil it for others.

Anyway, looking forward to the next book in the series!

Keeps you listening

The back and forth in the different times does get confusing. I had to re listen a few time but it’s a great story so far. Philip Quiantrell doesn’t disappoint. Looking forward to the next book.

The story is incredible

This is the first I’ve read any of Philip Quaintrells works and I must say these two books have been great! I wish a little more detail went into the looks of the different races in this world. I’m still not sure what exactly Andarens are? Is Dajen human?? .. anyhow I cannot wait till the next book!

Listen twice

As with all these books takes close to ten hours to put everything in context again. So immediately stop and listen again much more enjoyable

Wow

When does the next one come out? Can’t wait. Hope it’s not another year…anyone know?