divadiane's review
4.0
This was a great story with a depth of background that is just astounding. A mystery that keeps you on your toes and plenty of magic and magical creatures. The production values of the Podcast novel are exceptionally high, including a wonderful voice cast and fantastic music by Shira Kammen (from http://magnatune.com). You can listen to the story including chit-chat about the on-going production (which is now finished) directly from P.G. Holyfield's website or just the story itself at http://podiobooks.com
I highly recommend this entertaining book.
I highly recommend this entertaining book.
a_bailey's review
2.0
Had some potential but the writer never achieved it. This is like the first book a writer writes for practice, but doesn't publish.
nmetzger's review
5.0
A masterful blend of fantasy and mystery, the story centers around the strange murder of Gretta Platt, Housemistress of Avedon Manor. When Arames and his young student, Arrin, find pass at Avedon Hill barred, they agree to help Lord Avedon investigate the mystery of Gretta's death in return for gaining access to the pass. In the process, the two outsiders stumble upon a growing list of mysteries surrounding the town of Avedon Hill including vampires, moon beasts, and magic. This is a must listen for the fantasy and/or mystery story enthusiast. It's intriguing as any Sherlock Holmes story with plenty of action and blended masterfully in a well developed fantasy setting. P.G. has done a wonderful job crafting this story, weaving the two genres together flawlessly. As those that have purchased the print version of the book will discover, P.G. Holyfield's writing keeps you eager for more all the way up to the spectacular conclusion. The brilliant ending neatly ties Avedon Hill's secrets together, leaving the reader with warm contentment (and yearning for a sequal). This full bodied production includes music and features excellent guest voices for some of the characters.
nomad_scry's review
3.0
I really liked the setting. The history and the Children are very cool and I'd really like to see something more in an epic vein set in this world.
On the other hand, the mystery of who killed Greta didn't draw my interest as much. I couldn't have possibly guessed, ahead of time, who the secret villain was and I think that was a let down. Oh and I really didn't understand what the secret visitor in Arames' head was on about when he disappeared at last. That seemed like a really cool idea that was given short shift because it had little to do with the mystery story.
On the other hand, the mystery of who killed Greta didn't draw my interest as much. I couldn't have possibly guessed, ahead of time, who the secret villain was and I think that was a let down. Oh and I really didn't understand what the secret visitor in Arames' head was on about when he disappeared at last. That seemed like a really cool idea that was given short shift because it had little to do with the mystery story.
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