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  • Thinblade

  • Sovereign of the Seven Isles, Book 1
  • By: David A. Wells
  • Narrated by: Derek Perkins
  • Length: 18 hrs and 14 mins
  • 4.2 out of 5 stars (106 ratings)
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Thinblade

By: David A. Wells
Narrated by: Derek Perkins
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Summary

When second son Alexander Valentine loses his brother to an assassin's arrow, he discovers that his family protects an ancient secret and reluctantly finds himself at the center of the final battle of a war that was supposed to have ended two thousand years ago.

Pursued by the dark minions of an ancient enemy, Alexander flees to the mountain city of Glen Morillian where he discovers that he is the heir to the throne of Ruatha, one of the Seven Isles, but before he can claim the throne he must recover the ancient Thinblade. Seven were forged by the first Sovereign of the Seven Isles and bound to the bloodline of each of the seven Island Kings in exchange for their loyalty to the Old Law. Each sword is as long as a man's arm, as wide as a man’s thumb and so thin it can’t be seen when viewed from the edge.

Thinblade is the story of Alexander's quest to find the ancient sword, claim the throne of Ruatha, and raise an army to stand against the enemy that has awoken to claim dominion over all of the Seven Isles.

©2011 David A. Wells (P)2014 Podium Publishing

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More Drivel in a competative genre.

What did you like best about Thinblade? What did you like least?

I didn't , after 7 hours I gave in. I hate what seems like nice suburban attitudes and nicey nicey ness being applied to medieval/ fantasy worlds. people in the world do not act like this and it makes it hard to relate to. I have nothing against the author but people don't think or act like soaps.

What was most disappointing about David A. Wells’s story?

the people there mentality and attitude. I have a joint degree in politics and history, have read first and second hand source material of people from the tenth century all the way to the Napoleonic wars. (not every year obviously) people based in the medieval / renaissance era which is the closest I can relate this fantasy world to just wouldn't act like this. I know each author can just say well it my world people will act like this but its just odd and off putting. almost like reading a children's book with all the sharp edges taken out to save my fragile mind.

Who might you have cast as narrator instead of Derek Perkins?

Steven Brand is a good narrator

Could you see Thinblade being made into a movie or a TV series? Who would the stars be?

well Americans will make a TV/movie out of just about anything so you never know do you.

Any additional comments?

With authors i mean top notch authors like Jennifer Fallon, Terry GoodKind, Robert Jordan, Anthony Ryan, Patrick Rothfuss and may many more out there this sloppy slow paced stuff just doesn't measure up. there seems to be more poor Fantasy / fiction genres than others and its getting tiring.

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Poor story

What would have made Thinblade better?

A better written story the plot is fine but the writing style is very basic. For example all emotion is stated and then the charecters continue chatting as if they are not a experiencing those emotions.

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Nothing particularly fresh or original

Would you try another book written by David A. Wells or narrated by Derek Perkins?

No probably not. Narrator is good.

What could David A. Wells have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you?

The story is fairly simple and uninspired. Even the big action sections had me far from on the edge of my seat. I found Alexander too nice and angelic. Characters were either all good or all bad...not particularly convincing. The main story just seemed very unoriginal, taking bits and pieces from other books and rejigging them a bit.

What didn’t you like about Derek Perkins’s performance?

I thought the performance was good. Not much to dislike.

What character would you cut from Thinblade?

Didn't gain any great affinity to any of the characters to be honest. Take your pick.

Any additional comments?

If I were you I wouldn't bother with this book. It is a pretty unconvincing, uncompelling and flat story. Many better alternatives out there. Personal favourite fantasy book series would be Patrick Rothfuss and the Kingkiller Chronicle for a hero based story or the Game of Thrones books for a much more convincing and interesting set of characters and relationships.

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Very good start to the series

Full of imagination, villainous wizards,and monsters from start to end I do want to know what happens next.
The unexpected was a sentence that completely took me by surprise, Whilst not portrayed as YA I was taken aback when the young couple both agreed to wait until they were married before they took their relationship further. What! We'd just had entrails and body parts flying, I'm not looking for a sex scene but for pity's sake What! She could have smiled said goodnight and shut the door.
Maybe I'm reading too many raunchy novels.... no I don't think so. from that strange ( to me statement) it's a very good series and you could give it to your 14 year olds to read as long as you don't mind them reading about stomachs being cut open arms and legs and heads being cut off...

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A Quest indeed

Like most of the stories I like, this one grips you from the first paragraph and doesn't let go until the end.. Narrated brilliantly. An excellent read.

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Easy listening

Would you listen to Thinblade again? Why?

Yes, interesting theme with many twists and turns

What did you like best about this story?

the variety of characters and heros

Which scene did you most enjoy?

to many to individualise

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes

Any additional comments?

Listened to all 7 books excellent story

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Gripping

an easy book to listen to. The narrator brings the characters to life. Awaiting the next with baited breath

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The return of the king!

Where does Thinblade rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

This is a well performed book, Derek Perkins voice initially doesn't sound right for the book but grew on me to the extent that I am now working my way through the seven book series.

What other book might you compare Thinblade to, and why?

The obvious comparison here has to be Tolkien, but that would be a mistake. I think it's more in line with David Gemmell but at the end of the day, they all do hold their origins in Tolkien. I think Wells' prose is better than JRR in that very little is wasted in terms of description and so far, there are no blind alleys (think Tom Bombadil).

What does Derek Perkins bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you had only read the book?

I like Derek's characterisation for the majority of characters, he plays the lead Alexander as a teen with an old head on his shoulders but still with the youthful voice.

If you made a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

Lord Fein's Foul!

Any additional comments?

I enjoyed this so much, I'm listening to the entire series. Also, in case you're wondering, my Headline is a reference to how much the book is derivative of Tolkien - ever since the Lord of the Rings, it appears that every fantasy has to feature the Return of a King, everyone of the leads is royalty in some form....

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Easy listening

If you can allow for some repetition of mantra's this is an entertaining story not the best but good enough to go on to the next one

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Well the story of magic

Where does Thinblade rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

I would rank the thinblade in my top 15 I would put it up they with before they hang

What other book might you compare Thinblade to, and why?

iPad Finley Juel Crombies for the home due to the adventure and magical content. With fast paced storyline and get interested throughout

Which character – as performed by Derek Perkins – was your favourite?

Alexander is my favourite because as well as being A Ventures
His conscience makes him feel a real person with out getting boring and tedious

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

They are times when sarcasm made me laugh to myself

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