Baptism of Fire (Full Cast Edition) by Andrzej Sapkowski audiobook

Baptism of Fire (Full Cast Edition)

By Andrzej Sapkowski
Read by Peter Kenny

Orbit 9780316219181

The Witcher Series: Book 3

Unabridged

Format : Library CD (In Stock)
  • ISBN: 9781478934554

  • ISBN: 9781478934523

  • ISBN: 9781478934547

Runtime: 11.99 Hours
Category: Fiction/Fantasy
Audience: Adult
Language: English

Summary

Summary

Discover the Witcher series like you've never heard it before in this brand-new, immersive audio production with music, sound design, and a full cast. Geralt of Rivia is on a mission to save his ward, Ciri, and with her the world, in Baptism of Fire, the third novel in the bestselling Witcher saga.

The Wizards Guild has been shattered by a coup and, in the uproar, Geralt was seriously injured. The Witcher is supposed to be a guardian of the innocent, a protector of those in need, a defender against powerful and dangerous monsters that prey on men in dark times.

But now that dark times have fallen upon the world, Geralt is helpless until he has recovered from his injuries.

While war rages across all of the lands, the future of magic is under threat and those sorcerers who survive are determined to protect it. It's an impossible situation in which to find one girl – Ciri, the heiress to the throne of Cintra, has vanished – until a rumour places her in the Niflgaard court, preparing to marry the Emperor.

Injured or not, Geralt has a rescue mission on his hands.

Andrzej Sapkowski's epic fantasy Witcher series is a global phenomenon that inspired the blockbuster video games and hit Witcher Netflix show.

Translated from original Polish by David French

Editorial Reviews

Editorial Reviews

Sapkowski revitalizes the genre with energetic and compelling writing. A breath of fresh air in a well-worn genre. Don’t miss it!”  Dreamwatch
“The character interplay is complex, unsentimental and anchored in brutal shared history. All bodes well for twisty plotting to come.” SFX
“Like Miéville and Gaiman, Sapkowski takes the old and makes it new.” Foundation
This is a series you can sink your teeth into. BuzzFeed News
"The universe of Sapkowski's The Witcher is one of the most detailed and best-explored in modern fantasy, offering endless opportunities for fresh ideas ... Complex character relationships enrich this already complex world; this is the sort of series fantasy fans will cherish. B&N
One of the best and most interesting fantasy series I've ever read. Though it functions well as adventure fiction, it has added depth and value as satire and commentary on fantasy literature ... Sapkowski is a genuine stylist. Nerds of a Feather
Like a complicated magic spell, a Sapkowski novel is a hodgepodge of fantasy, intellectual discourse, and dry humor. Recommended. Time
Delightful, intense, irreverent, and compelling....you have to read The Witcher books because they are rife with all of the elements that make you love fiction, and especially fantasy, in the first place....In a word, The Witcher delivers. Hypable
Like Mieville and Gaiman, [Sapkowski] takes the old and makes it new ... fresh take on genre fantasy. Foundation on The Last Wish
"A breath of fresh air in a well-worn genre. Don't miss it! p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 16.0px Calibri; -webkit-text-stroke: #000000}span.s1 {font-kerning: none}Fantasy Book Review
Sapkowski has a phenomenal gift for narrative, inventing sensational events, creating a suggestive mood, and building up the suspense along with a dazzling, slightly cynical sense of humor. Jacek Sieradzki, Polityka on The Last Wish
Sapkowski's The Last Wish is a great collection of short stories centered around a witcher, Geralt - a rare sorcerous breed who hunts down the monstrous but is feared by the innocent. With a wondrous mix of Eastern European folklore and myth, beautiful princesses, mischievous demons and where all is not as it seems, The Last Wish is a great read - perfect for dipping into or just reading cover to cover, as I did. Waterstones
It is [his] world-weariness combined with his battle-honed powers that make Geralt such an interesting character. Here's hoping The Last Wish is merely the opening chapter in his English language adventures. Edge
I really, really enjoyed this book ... None of the characters in Sapkowski's world are black or white; they are all shades of grey, including Geralt and the monsters. The Deckled Edge
Sapkowski is very good at creating interesting, imaginative characters with unusual levels of depth to them ... The Last Wish is an enjoyable book full of stories both melancholy and comic. The Wertzone
This beautifully written character-based story from Polish author Andrzej Sapkowski ... a refreshing champion. The Specusphere
New battle mechanics, a fantastic storyline, and a gritty setting make The Witcher one of the most engrossing, mature RPGs to arrive on the PC in years. Gamespot.com on The Witcher video game
The Witcher delivers one of the most intense and rewarding role-playing experiences this year. GT Reviews on The Witcher video game
The Lady of the Lake is, without any doubt, the best and most profound fantasy novel I have ever read. It is hard to put down, yet also a challenging and deeply rewarding book. And it is genuinely moving. I have never read a fantasy series like this, and suspect I never will again. Nerds of a Feather on The Lady of the Lake

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Author

Author Bio: Andrzej Sapkowski

Author Bio: Andrzej Sapkowski

Andrzej Sapkowski is the internationally bestselling author of The Witcher series and The Hussite Trilogy, known for his multilayered plots, rich worldbuilding, and morally complex characters.  In 2024, Forbes magazine named The Witcher one of the thirty greatest book series of all time. The Witcher series has been translated into over forty languages and has sold over thirty million copies and also inspired a hit Netflix series and landmark video games. Recognized as one of the most influential voices in modern fantasy, he received the David Gemmell Legend Award in 2009.

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Details

Details

Available Formats : CD, Library CD, Playaway
Category: Fiction/Fantasy
Runtime: 11.99
Audience: Adult
Language: English