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Publisher's Summary
Refusing to marry a pig farmer and joining the army, even if it means never seeing her family again, Paksenarrion begins an adventure that enables her to restore an overthrown ruler.
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- Awesome
- 28-12-2014
Wonderful!
Loved it so freaking much! best book. readings a bit chalky but really the best book.
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Overall4 out of 5 stars
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- Christopher
- 12-08-2012
Intriguing start
This first book hints at the promise of a great series. The feel of this book is entirely like that of a prologue, what I mean is that the entire books seems like it is setting up something for later. The story itself is actually a bit slow as the entire purpose seems to be to introduce and develop the main character, Paks (aka Paksenarrion). Yes there are some battles, but they are almost glossed over and at no time does it really seem that Paks is in any REAL danger, probably because at the start of the book we learn that the entire book is a memoir of some sort. So who is Paks? Well, Paks is/was(?) a person who achieved some sort of greatness, exactly what and how she achieved that greatness is apparently the content of this series. I don't want to give too much away, the mystery of whom and what Paks becomes is central to the enticement of the novel. I fear if I tell you my suspicions, it will diminish some of the pleasure you may feel reading the novel.
Overall this book kept my attention and I looking forward to book 2. To be honest it failed to REALLY grab me, and if the second book continues in this way I can see myself becoming bored. But, if it fulfills the promise foreshadowed in this book the series might be fantastic.
21 of 22 people found this review helpful
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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- Karen K
- 13-04-2010
Written book translates to excellent audio book
I read this book when it was first released in 1988. When my husband and I started collecting audio book titles we searched for books that we had once enjoyed reading. We had been looking for The Deed of Paksenarrion ever since we started listening to audio books about a decade ago. This had been one title that had been overlooked for conversion to the audio book format. When it finally came out I snapped it up from Audible.com and I have not regretted it.
Narration: I have been unhappy with some of Jennifer Van Dyck's narrations in the past, mostly when she followed a favored narrator in a series and didn't check previous pronunciations. This time she is coming into the series fresh and has made it her own. I think she has done an exceptional job of making the Paksenarrion tales come to life and have thoroughly enjoyed listening to the book that I enjoyed reading many years ago. Kudos to Ms. Van Dyck for her performance in the Paksenarrion titles.
Paksenarrion brings to mind an epic journey similar to The Obsidian Trilogy by Mercedes Lackey and James Mallory, or The Wheel of Time series by Robert Jordan, only not as lengthy. Alas, I sometimes wish that it were longer, or that Elizabeth Moon were a more prolific writer. Though what she does produce is always worth the time to peruse.
For lovers of the fantasy genre you can't go wrong with any of the Paksenarrion books.
Now if the publishers would go back a bit further and include "Liar's Oath" and "Surrender None" and you would have the complete world from which Paksenarrion comes. "Liar's Oath" and "Surrender None" predate Paksenarrion and explain St. Gird and his assistant Luap and the formation of the Fellowship of Gird.
43 of 47 people found this review helpful
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
- Samantha
- 31-03-2010
Finally in Audio Format!!!
I remember first reading this book over a decade ago, and I fell in love with this series. A must read in my opinion if you like high fantasy and believe there is good in the world, all 3 in the series is phenomenal. The narrator is also a good choice, I did enjoy listening to her as her other narrations (Mystic & Rider by Sharon Shinn).
13 of 14 people found this review helpful
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
- Josiah
- 30-07-2010
Enjoyable Listen!
I really enjoyed listening to this book. It was an unusual book for me - I am not accustomed to reading about a female military heroine - even so, I was not disappointed. After reading this book, I had to find out what happened and eventually finished listening to the series. I was not disappointed I did that.
If you are looking for a new series, this might interest you.
Other books you may like: The Chronicles of Amber (apparently an old series, but I just read it for the first time and loved it), the Riftwar saga by Raymond E. Feist (not on Audible yet, but worth reading), and Trudi Canavan's Black Magician series.
This is assuming you have already read Jim Butcher's Codex Alera series, Brandon Sanderson's Mistborn series, his Elantris stand alone book, The Wheel of Time series by Robert Jordan, and G. R. R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire series (Beware - no one is sure when this series will be completed). If you haven't read this list, start with these ones.
If you have completed the above list, you might like Peter V Brett's Painted Man/Warded Man series, the Night Angel trilogy by Brent Weeks, Robin Hobb's Soldier Son trilogy, her Tawny man Series, or her Farseer trilogy.
I enjoyed all of the above series. Some of them were more enjoyable that others, so, please read other reviewers to see if they would be a good fit for you.
If there was a series you enjoyed, please share it. Thanks.
80 of 93 people found this review helpful
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- G. Parish
- 10-12-2015
Fantasy with a female heroine
This is a solid fantasy with a female heroine. Paks, the main hero of the story, is literally just a sheepfarmers daughter, however, she has the heart of a warrior and the author gifts us with the chance to see her shine. It is a worthy read,
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
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Overall4 out of 5 stars
- James
- 31-03-2010
Fantasy's Red Badge Of Courage
SFD starts like just an unusual fictional period piece. It does not take long, however, to see the diamond in the rough in Elizabeth Moon's heroine Paksanarrion. Set in the "usual" medieval fantasy setting, this book is like other fantasies as Tarzan might have been to Jane Goodall. Paksa is an ordinary soldier - a woman no less. This most unusual book chronicles her initiation and trials as a warrior in a style unusual to fantasy. The story is told from the soldier's POV, not the POV of rulers and generals. Depiction of Paks' evolution as a soldier employs military strategy as a backdrop - quite convincing. I gfound myself sneaking reads between checks on my work. The definition of a good book? Can't put it down. I rated it 4 because I thought that character development and application of psychology could have been stronger. That said, it's Moon's first book. Very promising indeed. Try it for new flavor in fantasy.
18 of 22 people found this review helpful
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- Myk
- 29-06-2012
Grand high fantasy
This is the style that brought me to the high fantasy genre. A fantasy world with depth and nuance, making subtle moral comments on the real world. I had previously not read any of Moon's work, though I have long intended to read the Planet Pirates series she co-authored with Anne McCaffrey. I was reminded of some of my favourite Mercedes Lackey novels while listening to this. Not in detail, but in overall feel. A great book, and I'm looking forward to continuing the series.
Jennifer Van Dyck's narration is excellent, well paced and lively, with distinct character voices and emotion where needed. Really brings the book to life.
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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- Anita
- 11-10-2010
really REALLY enjoy this story
i really did read the books 3 times, And have listened to the Deed of Pakanarion once a year since the audiobook became available.
its a real kick to read the beginning knowing the end and appreciate the long vision of a great story teller that Eluzsberh Moon is.
10 of 14 people found this review helpful
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Overall4 out of 5 stars
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Performance5 out of 5 stars
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- Professor
- 28-11-2012
4+ FANTASY TIRLOGY
25 years ago Sheepfarmer's Daughter got into print and Paksenarrion was introduced to the first reader, over the years Deed of Paksenarrion became a model for fantasy genre.
The story of Honor, Will and Courage, the story of mythical beasts and beautiful creations, the story of foul deeds and Noble sacrifice.
PS
Try to spare some time for this book
14 of 20 people found this review helpful
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Overall3 out of 5 stars
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Performance5 out of 5 stars
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- Tagabundok
- 21-09-2015
Okay for a debut novel, but not very refined.
World strong. characters flat plot weak. Wanted to feel more connexion between characters and know what Paks was thinking more often.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
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Overall3 out of 5 stars
- Mr G Marsh
- 06-10-2010
great story with an awful narrator
great story with an awful narrator, the narrator injected a number of awful accents thus spoiling the enjoyment.
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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Performance4 out of 5 stars
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- E Groom
- 18-09-2016
A splendid find
Where does Sheepfarmer's Daughter rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?
Whilst I prefer to spend my credits on longer books, I thoroughly enjoyed Sheepfarmer's Daughter. It is the first in the Paksennarion series and I see a long and happy relationship with Elizabeth Moon's fantasy books on myy horizon. I do love a thumping good adventure and I think that's what I have in store....lovely book.
What was one of the most memorable moments of Sheepfarmer's Daughter?
There are a couple of AHA! moments...it flows very well.
What does Jennifer Van Dyck bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you had only read the book?
I usually prefer English narators for some reason...but Ms Van Dyck did a sterling job and I think I'll happily stick with her through the series.
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
some...it would be churlish to give it away tho...
Any additional comments?
I was delighted to come across this author. As a sci-fi/fantasy reader it's such a thrill to find an author that I haven't come across before. Looking forward to the restt of the series.
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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Performance4 out of 5 stars
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- Spyro
- 09-11-2017
Timeless story
I've lost count of how many times I've read the Paksenarrion series, and I was delighted to find it available on Audible. The writing style is perhaps a little old-fashioned now, but as a war story set in a fantasy world, I found it compelling. The fantasy elements are introduced gradually and realistically. The exploration of religion - both personal and corporate - is fascinating (especially in the following books). The author's experience of warfare shows. Some people may find it a little tedious, but I really liked reading about the minutiae of military life, combined as it was with my favourite genre.. The narrator takes a little getting used to, but on the whole I enjoyed the performance.
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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- mandyquella
- 14-06-2016
love this series of books
I have the hardback books but due to sight problems I decided to try the audio books and I'm glad I did! They are great and I could listen to the narrator all day! A must for fans of the books
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
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Overall4 out of 5 stars
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Performance4 out of 5 stars
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Story4 out of 5 stars
- Anonymous User
- 18-01-2019
A bit Mary Sue but loved it
This book may not be for everyone but personally I loved the detail and how you felt immersed in Paks’s life as she trained to be a fighter. The author seemed to really know her stuff. People got realistically injured, tired and too weak to fight instead of being superhuman. On the downside Paks is one of those too good characters that can do little wrong. It didn’t matter much but I would have liked to see a bit more inner emotional depth e.g when friends she trains with die.
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Overall3 out of 5 stars
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Performance1 out of 5 stars
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Story3 out of 5 stars
- lee
- 23-11-2018
Narrator not suited to the book
The narrator would be more suited to the likes of Little Women than this. She is far to prim for narrating Paks' character
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Overall4 out of 5 stars
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Performance4 out of 5 stars
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Story5 out of 5 stars
- Mr T.Newman
- 25-05-2018
An interesting coming of age story with a great se
Style
Written in the style so come to the fantasy genre, Elizabeth Moon tells a gripping tale in a fine fashion. It does nothing orignal in how the story is told, but what it does is exceptionally good. The few changes in perspective freshen the narrative at points. The fact that the story is mainly told from one perspective though, keeps it grounded and easy to follow.
Story
The world that is introduced in this first book of the series, is deeply immersive and intersting. I get a great sense of a world we could easily see Conan striding through, or any such hero of high adventure. This almost dark age or even classical feel adds a lot more then a more generic fantasy setting.
You will follow the tale of Pox, a sheepfarmer's daugther, and her adventures in becoming a mercanary. This coming of age story, is well told. The female protagonist does not follow a sterotypical route some female character could take, and this is great to see.
The other supporting characters are well told and rounded, with some great villians to finish the piece.
Final Thoughts
This is a good book. It doesn't need to push the bounds of literary style to show that it is a fine read for any fan of fiction.
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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Performance5 out of 5 stars
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- Book Addict
- 20-04-2018
Excellent
What did you like most about Sheepfarmer's Daughter?
I read these books several years ago and I'm new to audio books (something I well nd truly regret). The story seems fairly simple but the detail fleshes it out. I actually find that I am enjoying it more listening to it.
Who was your favorite character and why?
Paks is obviously the stand out character but my heart belongs to Sergeant Stammel.
What does Jennifer Van Dyck bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you had only read the book?
The narrator brings Paks to life exactly as I envision her and add to the immersive experience
If you made a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?
She was only a sheep farmer's daughter...
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Overall4 out of 5 stars
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Performance4 out of 5 stars
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Story4 out of 5 stars
- Kiz
- 17-04-2016
Not as good as reading the book
I love the books of this series, so was slightly disappointed to find the audio a little samey. The narrator has a good voice, but I found it hard to tell the difference between the characters. This wasn't helped by the author seeming to reuse several names an awful lot.
Having said that, it's a rip-roaring high fantasy adventure, and not at all run of the mill. You get magic and Knights in shining armour, but only from a distance as Paks, former shepherd, runs away to join a mercenary company.
The author's own military background gives the story depth and detail, the misery of campaign as well as the solidity of bonds formed is brought across strongly. It's interesting to consider the hardships faced by a mercenary company operating under essentially medieval conditions.
The heroine is occasionally a bit TOO perfect, and remains resolutely stubborn and naive right through to the end, but it is a solidly entertaining story nonetheless.
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
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Overall2 out of 5 stars
- Megan
- 11-06-2011
hum little dispointed
nice to lisen to and a good rythum but the story in it's self is a little dispointing. intresting look in to military médival life but utherwise i'm unconviced
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