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The Awakening
- Aegis of Merlin, Book 2
- Narrated by: Joe Hempel
- Series: The Aegis of Merlin, Book 2
- Length: 6 hrs
- Categories: Science Fiction & Fantasy, Fantasy
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Publisher's Summary
Nothing has gone right for Conryu Koda since learning he's a wizard. On his first day at The North American Alliance's Arcane Academy he's greeted by protestors and pelted with tomatoes. On the second day he nearly dies in a magical ritual. It's all downhill from there.
With enemies around every corner, not to mention a crazy professor, will Conryu even make it to winter break?
Conryu's journey down the wizard's path continues in the thrilling second book of the Aegis of Merlin urban fantasy series.
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- Midwestbonsai
- 22-03-2018
The story is excellent at holding my attention
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The Awakening: Aegis of Merlin Series, Book 2 by James E. Wisher and narrated by Joe Hempel is the second in a trilogy of books. The story picks up at the end of the summer break as Conryu and Maria head to The North American Alliance’s Arcane Academy by a magically powered train. He is once again harried by the press and one reporter in particular. Conryu is a fish out of water at the academy. He does not want to be there any more than most of the student population that views him as an abomination wants him to be there. This could not be made more clear that his initial reception of being bombarded with tomatoes upon arrival by three upper-class wizards.
The first book in the series was devoted to world building and giving broad strokes to a wide canvas to give the reader and listener a feel for what kind of scope there was to this magical world. This time out the author has pulled back to focus on the hero’s journey. We get to see the highs and low’s Conryu endures during his first semester at the Academy. He is ostracized, attacked, and even Maria has little time for him. What is the only male wizard to do?
Conryu strives to make the best of it while trying to slowly understand his magical abilities and learn to live in a world foreign to him. He slowly makes friends and joins a Wizards club. As the semester goes on life moves on for both Conryu and Maria. When she is No longer the center of Conryu’s universe leads it leads to Maria’s consternation.
Attention Holding
The story is excellent at holding my attention and was over much too soon. There are bound to be some comparisons to Harry Potter due to the Magic Train and a Magic Academy. But that’s about where it will end. These books are for older audiences and Harry Potter never signed a contract with a Demon. The world is unique and thought-provoking and holds the listener's interest due to the great story and the great narration.
Narration/Production Quality
The narration is by Joe Hempel. Mr. Hempel again provides an outstanding vocal performance in this second audiobook in this series. He delivers not only compelling narration but also provides a wide range of vocal character’s interpretations. Each character was recognizable with unique voices done in a natural manner. The production quality by Tantor was top of the line as always they never fail to produce a high-quality audio product. Tantor delivered a crystal clear product of the highest listening quality.
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- Lomeraniel
- 09-02-2018
Plenty of action and interesting characters
The beginning of the academic course has started and Conryu and Maria join The North American Alliance’s Arcane Academy. Not only is he unhappy about having to attend the academy, but it also seems he is not very well received by the girls. Conryu will have to work hard to gain his place within the academy, and also try to survive, because even there he is not safe, since there are some people who want to end the abomination.
After listening to the previous book I was looking forward to this one. In this book the story is focused on Conryu, unlike in the previous book, where half of the book was focused on secondary characters. Here we have to chance to know Conryu a little bit better, and to see him interact with the other students. There are some new interesting characters in this book, they are not ultra developed, but they feel differentiated enough to be able to identify them, since each of them has unique characteristics. I especially liked Conryu's relationship with the girls at the club.
I am a bit bothered about Maria's attitude towards Conryu, and it makes me want to roll my eyes and slap her in the face, but I guess that attitude will work against her in future books, making for an interesting plot.
There is plenty of action and tension, and a couple of twists and surprises. While listening to this book it is almost impossible not to think about Harry Potter, since it's about a similar subject, but this one is for an older audience, since is much darker at least than the first HP books.
Joe Hempel has excelled at narrating this audiobook. He has brought the characters to life in a subtle way. All characters are recognizable, but at the same time, the voices don't sound forced. There is a very thin line between differentiating character's voices and overdoing it, and Hempel knows very well where that line is and doesn't cross it. He has a very pleasant voice and has a compelling style, making you want to listen for hours. The audio production was spotless.
I am really enjoying this series, and I am looking forward to see what happens to Conryu and Maria, and also see how they and the other characters evolve. I am sure it will be amazing.
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- JEREMY BOUNDS
- 09-10-2018
Great Story
The series is great but the stories are too short for the price you have to pay
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- Bunty
- 02-03-2018
GOOD.
The story line is becoming more and more interesting. There are action and excitement with Conryu trying to get along with the other students in the college. I like the demons, Prime who is following him. I hope the next book will have more of his exploits.
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- Coleman
- 17-12-2020
decent narration, underwhelming book
The highlight of this book is the magic system, which is interesting, though not wholly unique. The plot lacks tension and stakes, the main character does little other than comment on the physique of every woman he comes in contact with. The concept of " reverse sexism " could be interesting if the actual blatant sexism of the main character wasn't constantly on display. I wish i hadn't spent the credit. The narration isn't bad, though It's nothing worth getting excited over.
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- gatehouse
- 24-09-2018
Missed Book 1
Book 2 picks up easily from the first book. Easy listening throughout. Narrator does a fine job with different voices. Was sort of on the edge of my seat during the tournament. Writer does a great job with the story.
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- jj_hall
- 02-09-2018
Enjoy the story but...
I'm really enjoying the story so far, but each book just ends too suddenly. Not really cliffhangers but like they are just unfinished. The first two books should have been one at the very least to get listeners money's worth.
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- Nando
- 05-07-2018
Short and Eventful
Although this part of the story seemed short it helped with the character development. Looking firwars to the rest of the story.
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- Kindle Customer
- 01-02-2018
Not a large amount happens.
It is a good book. However it feels like the first one and this one should be a single book not two.
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- Cory
- 30-01-2018
reminiscent of old time movie serials
this story had okay Ark to prepare for the next book in the series but as a standalone it was confusing unless you had read for the first book
1 person found this helpful
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