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Rise of a Merchant Prince

By: Raymond E. Feist
Narrated by: Peter Joyce
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The second book in Raymond E. Feist’s super-selling quartet: The Serpentwar Saga.

Triumphant but overconfident after his defeat of the reptilian Sauur army, Roo must resist a beguiling seductress who threatens to undo him and all of Midkemia.

Recently returned from a harrowing brush with the armies of the Emerald Queen, Roo is now free to choose his own destiny and his ultimate ambition is to become one of the richest and most powerful merchants in Midkemia.

But nothing can prepare him for the dangers of the new life he has chosen, where the repayment of a debt can be as deadly as a knife in the shadows. Even those closest to him are suspect and as Roo struggles to build his financial empire, betrayal is always close at hand.

But while Roo works towards achieving his goal, memories of the invasion haunt him still. For the war with the Emerald Queen is far from over and the inevitable confrontation will pose the biggest threat yet to his newfound wealth and power.

Rise of a Merchant Prince is the second book in the Serpentwar Saga. Rage of a Demon King is the third book in the quartet.

©2014 Raymond E. Feist (P)2014 HarperCollins Publishers Limited Epic Epic Fantasy Espionage Fantasy Fiction Genre Fiction Historical Military Spies & Politics Thriller & Suspense War & Military Royalty Exciting War
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Book two of the Serpentwar saga- was okay like the first. Recently returned from a harrowing brush with the armies of the Emerald Queen, Roo is now free to choose his own destiny and his ultimate ambition is to become one of the richest and most powerful merchants in Midkemia. Not sure we needed a book solely focused on Roo. Some repetitive bits just feel like fillers. But the world of commerce is dark and brutal and Roos has selfish shortcomings- this is interesting.

selfish shortcomings

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Not sure how he continues to write book after book but the expansive story line continues to be a compelling story to hear

Another outstanding story

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Well done to Feist and Joyce!! Thank you for telling the story of the heroes of Midkemia and for bring them individually to life!

The Power of Narrator and Writer

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Another great addition to the series. Peter Joyce is a master at the story telling, turns a great story into a masterpiece.

Another great addition

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So glad there was still a continuation of sorts in these sequels even though new characters are the main storyline. Very enjoyable & great narration!

Exciting

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Feist continually demonstrates his ability to expand his universe, maintaining a sense of familiarity but bringing a fresh perspective to his storytelling. A commerce adventure with all the flair you are used to and well worth your time.

A fresh story yet again

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If you could sum up Rise of a Merchant Prince in three words, what would they be?

A mix between fighting, magic and economics. A great second book in the series.

What did you like best about this story?

The characters. Some of the main characters have flaws and make mistakes. However you feel attached to them all greatly.

Which character – as performed by Peter Joyce – was your favourite?

Roo Avery

Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

It can make you happy and upset very quickly

Any additional comments?

The whole series is worth a listen

Another Great Book

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Both author and narrator are amazing. Cant get enough of this saga even though some parts were hard to bare.

Amazing

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Have been listening to this series starting with the magician every chance I get. I listen in the car, while doing housework,when walking etc. this story and all it’s parts are engaging and addictive. I have laughed and cried along with all the characters and am already downloading the next one.
Fantastic read, you won’t be disappointed

I’m obsessed

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i read these books as a kid. Now i listen on the way to work.

Beautifully narrated, amazing story.

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