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The Trouble with Peace
- The Gripping Sunday Times Bestselling Fantasy
- Narrated by: Steven Pacey
- Length: 21 hrs and 56 mins
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Publisher's Summary
Second in the age of Madness trilogy, The Trouble with Peace is the next instalment of a series which is revolutionising fantasy....
Conspiracy. Betrayal. Rebellion.
Peace is just another kind of battlefield....
Savine dan Glokta, once Adua's most powerful investor, finds her judgement, fortune and reputation in tatters. But she still has all her ambitions, and no scruple will be permitted to stand in her way.
For heroes like Leo dan Brock and Stour Nightfall, only happy with swords drawn, peace is an ordeal to end as soon as possible. But grievances must be nursed, power seized and allies gathered first, while Rikke must master the power of the Long Eye...before it kills her.
Unrest worms into every layer of society. The Breakers still lurk in the shadows, plotting to free the common man from his shackles, while noblemen bicker for their own advantage. Orso struggles to find a safe path through the maze of knives that is politics, only for his enemies, and his debts, to multiply.
The old ways are swept aside, and the old leaders with them, but those who would seize the reins of power will find no alliance, no friendship, and no peace, lasts forever.
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"Joe Abercrombie is doing some terrific work." (George R. R. Martin)
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- Hawk
- 17-09-2020
Absolutely outstanding and exceeding expectations
When I reach for a new book I always hope it to be the best book, the greatest story that I have ever encountered, and usually this ends with disappointment. Not so with 'The Trouble with Peace'. I have to admit that while I enjoyed 'A Little Hatred' it was not as fulfilling as I had hoped it to be. I accepted that as the first part of a trilogy much time was invested in creating the characters and setting up the storyline for the following books, and that initial investment has paid huge dividends throughout this second instalment.
Abercrombie's writing is masterful and his characters are deep and complex, but within 'The Trouble with Peace' he has excelled himself and stunned me. The humour had me laughing, the tragedy made me sad, and the betrayals had me cold. The betrayals, the double dealings, the back stabbing.... I cannot believe or adequately express just how good this book really is, suffice it to be simply the best of his books to date. No doubt. It is obvious that the time Abercrombie has spent creating and editing his works are not wasted at all, and his plan, his vision for his world burns so very brightly. As always his characters are deep and complex (even the shallow characters have depth), but this can also be experienced throughout the minor and incidental characters.
And as for the narration, Steven Pacey has always done a magnificent job voicing the unique characters throughout 'The First Law' series, but he has also excelled and achieved perfection within 'The Trouble with Peace'. If you have any doubts about this all you need do is listen to Jappo Murcatto, and reflect on the sound of his parents voices. This is voice acting at its best, have no doubts.
You don't need the long-eye to know that I am eagerly awaiting Sept 2021 for the third part of this story. I just need to say masterful one more time - read it and you will know why. I wish all my book choices were this good, I truly do.
Simply brilliant.
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- Anonymous User
- 03-01-2021
The Trouble with Love
I wana say I can wait for the next one, but by the dead that'd be just another bold faced lie, truth is this turd of a book plucked all the right hear strings just when I thought there were none left, and in the blink of an eye the book was gone. But thats Abercrombie books for you, adds colour to your life you never knew existed before leaving you in the mud never quiet the same.
Gotta be realistic, I'll probably just start listening from the beginning again.
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- Russell
- 05-10-2020
Joe and Steven!
this has to be one of the greatest combinations in the history of the world!
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- Hadi
- 21-12-2020
Keeps getting better
If you think the first three books were good. Wait till you start reading the rest.
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- Lauren VS
- 07-10-2020
Fantastic
Another fantastic book by Lord Grimdark. Loved it! Fast paced, twists and turns, wry humour, bloody battles, mind games, cynicism, power plays, drama and laugh out loud moments for us who like dark wit. A neat twist at the end and a surprising reveal, I didn't guess at...
Epic narration by Steven Pacey once again! He is awesome at the voices and the genuine way people speak.
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- Matthew
- 03-10-2020
Every second line is pure gold
Joe Abercrombie is a king of comedy. Many books are funny, but they always take a while to build up to a joke. Joe Abercrombie has carefully crafted every line to be as entertaining as possible. The book really is an exemplary demonstration to every writer.
If you’re a fan of gritty comedy, do not miss this one because it’s the gold standard.
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- PuckerFactor
- 03-10-2020
A Masterclass
A Masterclass in story telling and narration...it doesn't get any better than this. Joe Abercrombie creates rich characters and ever twisting plots written in a flowing style that is unique, clever and brilliant. It keeps you wanting for more.
Steven Pacey's narration is a masterclass on how it's done. He is the perfect compliment to the range of characters and the pace of a dynamic story-line. This is why employing good actors is the way to make great stories into great audio books.
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- Erik
- 21-09-2020
Mr Abercrombie at his best.
Once again you will return to midderland and there will be no disappointment. The writer and narrator have stuck to their strengths with this one and the result is another modern masterpiece in a long line of excellent gorey goodness.
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- Tanja Pejic
- 10-11-2023
Superb
Christ what a middle book! This is nothing short of genius and Steven Pacey’s narration puts everything else to shame. Highly recommended.
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- Edward
- 15-02-2023
Steven Pacey Mastery
Could listen to Steven Pacey all day long. Not a bad story either, fantastic battle scenes.
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