JANUARY 2020 - AudioFile
Narrator Suzannah Hampton’s crisp British accent evokes the ambiance of an old-world fantasy. Fans of “Game of Thrones,” in particular, will delight in her presentation of this audiobook. Filled with interhouse politics and a wide range of interesting characters, the story features a desperate struggle to reclaim a republic. With the slow, methodical plot centering on character dynamics, Hampton brings out the best attributes of the writing through her subtle variation of character voices. Her approach allows listeners to get lost in the details of the story and immerse themselves in the drama. The story, the writing, and the great narration make this first in a series well worth listeners’ time. N.H. © AudioFile 2020, Portland, Maine
From the Publisher
"Ward has created a novel with such intention and craftsmanship that it brings back that feeling of excitement fantasy readers felt when discovering masters like J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis."—Shelf Awareness
"Packed with big battles, shadowy intrigue and a large cast of characters, Legacy of Ash is an absorbing debut."—James Islington
"A hugely entertaining debut."—John Gwynne
"As intricate as a precision-engineered watch; as surprising as a precision-engineered watch with a concealed face-stabbing mechanism."—Gareth Hanrahan
"Expertly interspersing vivid action sequences with quiet, introspective stretches, Ward guides readers and characters alike through this winding, well-crafted saga. The result is an impressive series opener."—Publishers Weekly (starred review)
"Epic fantasy as it should be: big, bold and very addictive."—Starburst
"An incredibly impressive piece of fantasy fiction."—The Fantasy Inn
"This is the first epic fantasy book I've enjoying getting immersed in for ages . . . a great romp in a brilliantly realized setting . . . I have lost sleep, forgotten food and made this the thing what I pick up every moment I can get."—SFFWorld
"A perfect blend of Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire and Bernard Cornwell's The Last Kingdom."—FanFi Addict
JANUARY 2020 - AudioFile
Narrator Suzannah Hampton’s crisp British accent evokes the ambiance of an old-world fantasy. Fans of “Game of Thrones,” in particular, will delight in her presentation of this audiobook. Filled with interhouse politics and a wide range of interesting characters, the story features a desperate struggle to reclaim a republic. With the slow, methodical plot centering on character dynamics, Hampton brings out the best attributes of the writing through her subtle variation of character voices. Her approach allows listeners to get lost in the details of the story and immerse themselves in the drama. The story, the writing, and the great narration make this first in a series well worth listeners’ time. N.H. © AudioFile 2020, Portland, Maine
