Book description
The Chathrand's crew has survived treacherous seas and ancient curses, but nothing could prepare them for what lies ahead in Robert V.S. Redick's The River of Shadows. Pazel and Thasha, the young lovers who've led their rebel alliance through impossible odds, finally reach the mysterious southern empire of Bali Adro-only to discover that humanity itself has been fundamentally altered in this strange new world.
Arunis, the centuries-old sorcerer who's pursued them across oceans, is closer than ever to mastering the Nilstone's terrible power. This cursed relic promises unlimited strength to its wielder, but death awaits those who fail to control it. As his triumph looms, Pazel and Thasha find themselves making uneasy alliances with former enemies, including the depraved Captain Rose and imperial assassin Sandor Ott.
Redick weaves a tale where trust becomes a luxury none can afford. When a suspicious crewmember turns his attention toward Thasha, the young couple finds themselves divided just as Arunis intends. The mage's growing power forces impossible choices: flee and break their oaths, or follow him into the nightmarish River of Shadows-a dream realm filled with traps and horrors that will test every ounce of their courage.
What makes this audiobook particularly compelling is how Redick balances intimate character moments with epic scope. The narration brings depth to Pazel's determination and Thasha's fierce loyalty, making their journey through this dark fantasy landscape feel both personal and grand. Supporting characters like Captain Rose and Sandor Ott add layers of moral complexity to an already rich story.
The world-building shines throughout, especially in Redick's depiction of the transformed southern lands. His experience living across different cultures lends authenticity to the alien yet familiar societies Pazel and Thasha encounter. The River of Shadows itself becomes almost a character, with its dreamlike logic and deadly consequences.
This third installment delivers everything fans of the series have been waiting for while remaining accessible to newcomers. Redick's prose maintains its lyrical quality even during the most intense action sequences, creating an listening experience that's both thrilling and emotionally resonant. The author's background in environmental justice also subtly informs the narrative's deeper themes about power and its costs.
The River of Shadows confirms Redick's position among epic fantasy's most original voices, offering listeners a satisfying continuation that sets up perfectly for the series' conclusion.
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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
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
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