Pawn of Prophecy

The Belgariad, Book 1

By: David Eddings

Narrated by: Brian Wiggins

A magnificent epic set against a history of seven thousand years of the struggles of Gods and Kings and men—of strange lands and events—of fate and a prophecy that must be fulfilled!

THE BELGARIAD

Long ago, so the Storyteller claimed, the evil God Torak sought dominion and drove men and Gods to war. But Belgarath the Sorcerer led men to reclaim the Orb that protected men of the West. So long as it lay at Riva, the prophecy went, men would be safe.

But that was only a story, and Garion did not believe in magic dooms, even though the dark man without a shadow had haunted him for years.

Brought up on a quiet farm by his Aunt Pol, how could he know that the Apostate planned to wake dread Torak, or that he would be led on a quest of unparalleled magic and danger by those he loved—but did not know?

For a while his dreams of innocence were safe, untroubled by knowledge of his strange heritage. For a little while . . .

©1982 David Eddings (P)2024 Tantor

An old friend

I believe David and Leigh Eddings were incredible story tellers. I first read 'Pawn Of Prophecy,' in the early 80s. Listening to it again, over forty years later is like catching up with a good friend I haven't seen in a long while. Wiggins did a good job bringing the characters to life. The story follows Garian life as he learns who he truly is. I still find it frustrating that he is kept ignorant of his heritage, but that makes the story. Sadly, David and Leigh are past, but they left behind a wealth of stories.

How To Build A Universe!

The characterization, world-building and character interactions are simply top notch! Detractors of the series seem to expect Robert Jordan of every series. This is lighter fare, without becoming a teen fantasy.

thats my problem, it was not bad it was just unremarkable.

less than great character development for a first book in series. it felt lacking in that area

Great characters great story

I loved everything about this book including the voices. The narrator did an amazing job matching voices with all the characters. The story was great to mysteries suspense. There was just one thing that made listening to this book a real pain sometimes. If I turned the volume high enough to hear the softer regular talking, the louder parts rattled the windows. Audible seriously needs to make volume leveling an easy on off option. Because have to turn the volume up or down 40 or 50 times in one chapter is a serious pain. As much as I loved the book I may have to try to return it. I don’t think I can ever go through this bs with the volume again:(

Good narration with a few quirks

I like this version more than the previous narration. Garion is well done, no characters are terrible and Silk is very , very good.

But Durnik and the Sendars have a Boston accent, which is just odd… and amusing. The entire nation of Cherek sound like they’re pleasant brooklyn jews. Just some odd choices.

But again - it is very well done in general.

Good story, not my favorite, but memorable. I started these in high school and have reread/listened a few times since then. Recommended for anyone who likes fantasy. They’re on the simplistic side - but fun with a scattering of great content.