Xenos

Eisenhorn: Warhammer 40,000, Book 1

By: Dan Abnett

Narrated by: Toby Longworth

Book 1 in the Eisenhorn series

Inquisitor Eisenhorn faces a vast interstellar cabal and the dark power of daemons, all racing to recover an arcane text of abominable power - an ancient tome known as the Necroteuch.

Listen to It Because:

The classic novel returns in a brand new edition. Inquisitor Eisenhorn gathers allies to unravel a conspiracy and hunt an alien threat. Relive the adventures of some of Warhammer 40,000's most beloved characters, or experience the beginning of Eisenhorn's remarkable adventures for the first time.

The Story:

The Inquisition moves amongst mankind like an avenging shadow, striking down the enemies of humanity with uncompromising ruthlessness. When he finally corners an old foe, Inquisitor Gregor Eisenhorn is drawn into a sinister conspiracy. As events unfold and he gathers allies - and enemies - Eisenhorn faces a vast interstellar cabal and the dark power of daemons, all racing to recover an arcane text of abominable power: an ancient tome known as the Necroteuch.

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Perfect intro for 40k

Immersive introduction to the cultural of the imperium of man, in the world of Warhammer 40k.

Tried this title out, excited to listen to sequels

First time trying out a Warhammer novel, can recommend heartily. Excellently voice acted, great story in a very dynamic sci-fi/space fantasy universe.

Excellent

bought it to keep myself entertained at work but found myself struggling to stop listening once I got home. Very gripping and exciting story for any fan of Warhammer or fans of Sci Fi and mystery.

A noir detective thriller in the WH40k universe.

I will say first that I have now read all books in this trilogy. They're all worth the read but this entry is by far the most excellent.

I will agree with other reviewers who say the character development is slightly lacking. Dan Abnett, in my experience, is not a brilliant character artist. They're all acceptable with a few cases of exceptional. Most of the characterization actually comes from the incredible narrator here, Toby Longworth. He is a great protagonist and fills in the blanks for some of the lesser fleshed out personalities using his awesome range of accents.

The strength of the writing is in the mystery, the plot twists, the journey through the established universe. These were my first WH40k novels ever, and I now feel comfortably familiar with the setting.

Read this book if you enjoy excellent action sequences and a good, gritty investigation.

As a final note: one of the most memorable moments in this book is the pursuit which occurs in the first chapter. I mention this because you should know within the first couple of chapters whether or not you will enjoy this story. This book does not have a slow beginning. Prepare to launch immediately into the action.

Good series, Dan Abnett is the man

What I've come to expect from Dan Abnett. A pleasure to listen to. The beginning of Eisenhorn's career in the Heleken (not sure I'm spelling that right) Subsector