Book description
Scourged: A Thunderous Finale to the Iron Druid Chronicles
Kevin Hearne's tenth installment in the Iron Druid Chronicles delivers exactly what fans have been craving: a spectacular, globe-trotting confrontation that pits ancient Druid Atticus O'Sullivan against the full wrath of Norse mythology. This isn't just another supernatural skirmish-Hearne has crafted the ultimate showdown where Ragnarok feels genuinely apocalyptic.
The narrative splits effectively between multiple fronts, showcasing Hearne's skill at managing complex storylines. While Atticus faces the unchained chaos of Loki and Hel, supported by a colorful cast including a tyromancer and Indian witch, Granuaile tackles the Yama Kings in Taiwan alongside mythological heavyweights Sun Wukong and Erlang Shen. Meanwhile, Archdruid Owen Kennedy plays global firefighter, addressing supernatural crises from Bavaria to Peru.
What distinguishes this finale is how Hearne balances intimate character moments with epic scope. The stakes feel genuinely existential, particularly regarding Gaia's survival and Druidry's future. Yet the author never loses sight of what makes these books enjoyable-the wit, the mythological depth, and yes, even Oberon the hound gets his due.
The audiobook format serves this material well, particularly with voice actors who can handle the diverse pantheon of characters and languages. Hearne's research into various mythologies pays off beautifully, creating conflicts that feel authentic rather than simply explosive.
This conclusion satisfies long-time readers while maintaining the series' trademark blend of humor, mythology, and genuine emotional weight. It's urban fantasy that respects both its characters' growth and its mythological foundations.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
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Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience