Raymond E Feist, always a brilliant story.

Raymond E Feist, always a brilliant story. T his novel was no exception. The reader was also quite clear and easily listened to.

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wow

loved the collaborative effort, thanks awfully for this.
looking forward to the next book.

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Great listen

Great production with lovely narration that brings back many memories of first reading this book as a teenager, bringing that majestic novel to life

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Those who loved Daenerys Targaryen will love Mara

I read the book when I was a teenager when it was published way before the game of thrones. Not your usual sword and sorcery it is full of political intrigue, dynastic clashes and murder set in a world of magic and exoticness. If you like strong yet vulnerable women pick this book.

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Daughter of the empire

So awesome to read this again after 30 years and for the characters to come alive again in my mind's eye. Loved every minute of it 💗

An all time Favourite

This is one of the few books in an extensive library that holds my attention so keenly that time passes unnoticed, the narration is superb, a true match made in heaven with the story, most audible narrators get at least a few words mispronounced which jars you out of the story, but not with this book. I’ve loved Mara’s story from when I first read it so many years ago and I’ve fallen in love all over again hearing it read aloud. Truly worth a five star rating.

Epic opening to a masterful trilogy

Daughter of the empire is the first book in the Empire trilogy by Janny Wurts and Raymond E Feist, two epic writers in my view.

Mara, aged 17, must take over as ruling lady of the Acoma after her father and brother are killed in battle. In a world where honour, tradition, and playing the game of the council are ripe, she must avert assassination attempts, make political choices, and outmanoeuvre her enemies to not only avenge her family, but to ensure the survival of house Acoma.

This was a masterful story, written with each part being relevant in some way. Each chapter unravels the plot as Mara climbs the political ladder and thwarts her enemies by outwitting them. The characters are interesting, and they develop well throughout the story. I got quite attached to the main character, Mara. I was with her during her journey, experiencing everything she did, and love how she grows in the story. I particularly enjoyed how she goes against the traditional ways to make newer and better ways. In addition, I enjoyed how a woman, in the fictional world of Kelewan, can be more than the men they are meant to worship. The authors are absolute legends, and this is probably one of my favourites among their work.

The narrator did a fantastic job. Her intonation, tempo, style, and energy made the story entertaining and enjoyable. I thoroughly enjoyed her performance.

I highly recommend this epic story and trilogy.

A thrilling tale

The narrator performed excellently, with a rhythm and cadence that was most satisfying.

The plot and writing were also great, and I cannot wait to start on the next volume.

Intrigue

from start to finish. fast paced and full of intrigue and mastery as the world of of the "game of the council" is given a masterful insight with a great range of villains and heroes.

Good listening to

Could not put it down. Really enjoyed the book when I read it and then when I listened to it. The narrator was good to