DARK APPRENTICE
Fall of Magic, Book 1

by Val Neil

Narrated by: Thomas Judd, Reba Buhr

Production by: Living Relic Press

Power, Immortality, and Magic!

Medea is a mage with immortality and more knowledge of magic than any single person has ever known. Nikolai is a man who wants power, knowledge, and immortality using dark magic even if it means killing Medea. All through his training, Nikolai plots and plans Medea’s death; after all, it won’t be the first time he has killed, and it won’t be the last. Now magic is dying thus threatening his future.

The author, Val Neil, creates a complex story full of meaning and hidden nuances that enhances the story in ways one does not expect.  Her main characters are strategically created to have a richness and depth one would not expect.  Subtle nuances are provided to help define and build a meaningful bond between the listener and characters, and the characters themselves. The story moves at a steady pace with an intriguing storyline.  I thought the dialogue to be authentic and further moved the story forward.

The narrators, Thomas Judd and Reba Buhr did an excellent job of performing the book.  They both captured the essence of each of their main characters and portrayed them accurately.  Although I normally enjoy one narrator, the use of two in this book was well done enriching the story.

I highly recommend this book and series; I am looking forward to hearing more and learning the fate of Nikolai and Medea.

There were no issues with the production or quality of this audiobook.

Disclaimer: This Audiobook was provided in exchange for a non-bias, honest review.