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Oath of Fealty
- Paladin's Legacy, Book 1
- Narrated by: Jennifer Van Dyck
- Length: 17 hrs and 33 mins
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Summary
In the original trilogy starring Paksenarrion Dorthansdotter, headstrong daughter of a farmer on the north edge of the kingdom, Paks follows her dream of becoming a hero out of legend by running away to join the army. Military life and warfare aren't anything like she imagined - yet she holds to both her duty and her dreams. Sheepfarmer's Daughter, Divided Allegiance, and Oath of Gold tell of her rise to become the paladin who saves a kingdom. In this new trilogy, Paks's former comrades in Duke Phelan's Company assume new roles and the story turns to follow their adventures.
Thanks to Paks's courage and sacrifice, the long-vanished heir to the half-elven kingdom of Lyonya has been revealed as Kieri Phelan, a formidable mercenary captain who earned a title - and enemies - in the neighboring kingdom of Tsaia. Now, as Kieri ascends a throne he never sought, he must come to terms with his own half-elven heritage while protecting his new kingdom from his old enemies - and those he has not yet discovered.
Meanwhile, in Tsaia, Prince Mikeli prepares for his own coronation. But when an assassination attempt nearly succeeds, Mikeli suddenly faces the threat of a coup. Acting swiftly, Mikeli strikes at the powerful family behind the attack: the Verrakaien, magelords possessing ancient sorcery, steeped in death and evil. Mikeli's survival - and that of Tsaia - depend on the only Verrakai whose magery is not tainted with innocent blood.
Two kings stand at a pivotal point in the history of their world. For dark forces are gathering against them, knit in a secret conspiracy more sinister - and far more ancient - than they can imagine.
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- Loki
- 19-04-10
More from a great author
The previous book, The Deeds of Paksenarrion, is one of my all time favourite books, so I was delighted to have more in the same series. The fantasy world feels very real and the characters are solid and likeable. The narrator was well chosen, clear, pleasant to listen to and believable as the retired military main characters. Elizabeth Moon is known for capturing the feel of military life particularly well, including little details that give a strong sense of place and character. I'm just waiting for the next one in the series.
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- Harriet
- 19-06-15
Great story - but need the whole series!
Would you listen to Oath of Fealty: Legend of Paksenarrion, Book 1 again? Why?
Really great story - it's nice to have a follow up to the original trio, which I absolutely adored. The only problem I've found is that it's definitely not a stand-alone book. I will need to get the others just to find out the rest of the story!
What was one of the most memorable moments of Oath of Fealty: Legend of Paksenarrion, Book 1?
The most memorable moments in this book for me are Doran's efforts to rid the Verrekai lands of evil (but I won't say anymore!)
Have you listened to any of Jennifer Van Dyck’s other performances? How does this one compare?
Jennifer Van Dyck is a fabulous narrator - great voices for all the different characters, and she reads with great expression. Very sad that she isn't narrating the next one...
Any additional comments?
Certainly a book I would recommend, but it would be sensible to read/listen to the first trilogy in order to get a clearer picture of all the characters. I did do that, and therefore loved it!
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- Anonymous User
- 17-05-21
brilliant and captivating
Love to be back in the world of Paksenarion and all the other characters I like
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- Susanne
- 26-07-19
A real classic
Wonderful story full of bravery
and righteous people. And villains too. I think it’s the 4 time I’ve read it/listened to it. The narrator is good.
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- David Freed
- 29-12-14
Good book, ok narration
The story is excellent and works well even if you haven't read the previous series. The story is engaging from the start, and keeps your attention through the three main story threads.
The Narrator is ok, but some of the voices are a bit off. It would be better just to stick to plain narration. For instance, whereas the elves in the series are clearly Norse/Tolkienen elves (similar to humans but taller, wiser and longer lived etc), she gives them voices like Santa Clause elves, as if they're tiny people. This is distracting when listening to scenes with elven characters in, and could have been avoided with a little research by the narrator.
Having said this, you can get use to it and the story makes it worth while.
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