The Last Sun
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The Last Sun
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Josh Hurley
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Josh Hurley
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K. D. Edwards
About this listen
In this debut novel and series starter, the last member of a murdered House searches for a missing nobleman, and uncovers clues about his own tortured past.
Rune Saint John, the last child of the fallen Sun Court, is hired to search for Lady Judgment's missing son, Addam, on New Atlantis, the island city where the Atlanteans moved after ordinary humans destroyed their original home.
With his companion and bodyguard, Brand, he questions Addam's relatives and business contacts through the highest ranks of the nobles of New Atlantis. But as they investigate, they uncover more than a missing man: a legendary creature connected to the secret of the massacre of Rune's Court. In looking for Addam, can Rune find the truth behind his family's death and the torments of his past?
Cover design by Nicole Sommer-Lecht/Prometheus Books.
©2018 K. D. Edwards (P)2018 Audible, Inc.Listeners also enjoyed...
Amazing.
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Here is an idea. All of you adults who say certain ridiculously famous books were your childhood and you cannot move on, why don’t you read the start of a nine (if I’ve been informed correctly) book story about magical Manhattan ruled by the Major Arcana? Reading this review, you’ll probably find many reasons as to why do that. While this book is not perfect, it’s original, has amazing characters and interactions among them, a great protagonist and outstanding world building.
For me, the strongest asset of this book was the world building. First of all, I loved anything that has to do with the lore about the Arcana and the Tarot cards but besides that, what the author managed to wonderfully do was to develop and introduce a magical world with no single trace of info dumping anywhere. It’s like you are being left to explore everything as the story goes without it being confusing. You are a bit overwhelmed at first but you quickly catch up on the atmosphere and the tone and aesthetics of the book and its world which helps you get further drawn into it.
Which leads me to the plot. I admit, I was a bit confused at first because there were many characters introduced to us and quite a lot of things happening but the confusion did not last long because the plot was certainly gripping and was more like a puzzle with pieces falling into place slowly. It becomes more than obvious that this book is not a stand alone since there are many things left unanswered or many subplots being introduced without being explored much but it’s not really bothersome since you cannot help but focus on the main plot. The fight scenes could genuinely make you tense and there were several moments when I actually got emotional.
Another thing that really drew me to this story was the characters. First of all, we got an amazing protagonist with a first person POV who was sassy but in a funny way, who is everything a hero should be in these kinds of stories and is also mysterious and has a dark past he is hiding. And then we have his best friend / bodyguard who is brooding and seems like an asshole but is not afraid to show emotion and show his worry for his companion (sort of what parabatai are in the Shadowhunter world). There is a cast of many interesting characters besides those two, with their own story to tell and I just loved the interactions between them. The romance, even though not the focus of the book, was a bit rushed and I do not really like the mating bond sort of thing but I’m curious to see where it will all lead. There wasn’t much development to the characters but this is part of a series so I understand the development will happen gradually as the story progresses.
Honorary mention to the narrator, Josh Hurley, who did an amazing job and literally brought the characters to life, especially Rune. It was the first audio book I’ve listened to and it was a great experience.
Please people, do yourselves a favour and read this book and the next one so we can all be witnesses of the start of what seems like it will be an amazing series. If you are into urban fantasy with dark elements but also loveable characters, angst and emotional moments then this is a must read. Extra points if you listen to the audio book
Trigger Warnings: Blood, Death, Rape/ Sexual Harassment (comment to add on it if you feel you should)
“What is it we need to talk about, Lord Sun?”
“Matthias, this isn’t an eighties sitcom. I can’t casually accept an orphan into my house for comic relief."
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/5
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The style of writing is fantastic as well. I'm a bit paradoxical in what I want in a story, I love action but endless fight scenes can easily bore me to tears. Fight scenes are all so wonderfully sensory focusing less on trying to describe fancy fighting that can only really impress on film and focusing in on things like the smell of magic and the way spells feel when they are released. It makes for a much more engaging story.
The narrator is great too, He captures Rune's internal voice with scathing, defensive wit perfectly as well as having unique voices for all the main players. If I had any criticism it would be that he makes Adamm a little too Russian as standard. Quite a bit is made of how his accent comes out stronger at certain times and I think that by playing it as strong as he does , her doesn't give himself anywhere to go when the accent is supposed to sharpen. That is the tiniest thing though, minute in fact.
The final thing I need to praise is the representation in the story and not just the inclusion of LGBT culture but the way it is handled so deftly. It isn't laboured, It isn't angsted over, it just is the same as anything else just is.
Absolutely brilliant. I have already purchased the Hanged Man, tracked down the free novellas on line and purchased hard copies of the novels. I am now waiting oh so impatiently for the next installment. The best book I have listened to in a while
Absolutely hooked
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Awesome, well-rounded story
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amazing story.
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Everyone is pulling all kind of magick out their backsides.
It is a mess mostly focusing on romancing.
Not much structure or sense.
YA gay poft sorn mess
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Loved the story. The characters were endearing, complicated and nuanced and very very real. Their relationships were the life blood of the story.
The universe is unique, with such an original take on magic. Brilliant action sequences made you feel like you were right in the middle of it.
Thoroughly enjoyable listen and I shall go straight to the sequel. Highly recommend.
Excellent world building, gripping characters, stellar performance
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I really enjoyed this book a lot and the world building particularly. The way Arcana work, the way spells work is really fascinating to me and I want to know more. It is also refreshing not to be drowned in heteronormativity. There are explicit retellings of rape scenes. It triggered PTSD for me. I wish I had known this before to prepare myself better.
however, I really didn't enjoy the performance of the narrator. I often couldn't distinguish between different characters. His narration is constantly over the top. There is no real contrast between narration of the thoughts of the characters and action scenes. He is shouting a lot. I recommend to listen to the extract before.
refreshing fantasy story.
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I generally resist the recommendations because I prefer to come across my books naturally but thought I'd give it a go.
I am so happy I bought it. The 14 plus hours flew by.
Great story and characters you just instantly want to know more and care about. I'm looking forward to the next potential 8 books.
What a great opener.
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Magic invented on the fly. Battles with no structure. Anger expressed lazily with swearing.
I struggled through it hoping it would end and when it did I don't really know what it was about.
Rambling story with pointless swearing.
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