A Dragon of Black Glass, James Rollins
A Dragon of Black Glass, James Rollins
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A Dragon of Black Glass

Author: James Rollins

Narrator: Nicola Barber

Unabridged: 23 hr 13 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 02/18/2025


Synopsis

The third and penultimate audiobook in the New York Times bestselling Moonfall series from thriller-master James Rollins, A Dragon of Black Glass is a tale of relentless adventure and the struggle for survival in a harsh world that hangs by a thread.

What will they risk to save the world?

With the apocalyptic threat of moonfall looming ever closer, Nyx and her allies must venture into the eternally sunblasted lands to search for an ancient weapon buried untold millennia ago. All the while, enemies close upon her flanks, and a greater danger lurks ahead. For beneath a desert turned to glass, hidden from the scorching heat, life thrives—both wondrous and monstrous. But a more fearsome menace lies even deeper, where an ancient army has been seeded to protect a secret from any who dare seek it out.

Yet, can Nyx truly trust those at her side? Or even herself? For while her gifts grow ever stronger, so does the danger of losing herself to a dark madness. Worst yet, the same afflicts Bashaliia, her winged and bonded brother.

Elsewhere, a looming war explodes across the Crown, forging new alliances and greater enmities, as lands around the globe are drawn into fiery conflict. Prince Kanthe—now consort to the newly crowned Empress of the Southern Klashe—recognizes a hard truth: to save the world, he must destroy all that he once loved.

Beyond such struggles, a new cunning peril smolders at the heart of a kingdom. Hidden in the Shrivenkeep of the Iflelen, an ancient bronze weapon has been awoken. Fed by blood, fueled by hatred, it has only one purpose: to end all life on Urth.

But in this goal, will Nyx prove to be its ally or foe?

The Moonfall Series:
The Starless Crown
The Cradle of Ice
A Dragon of Black Glass
Book Four

A Macmillan Audio production from Tor Books.

About James Rollins

Veterinary Medicine is a very time consuming, stressful profession, especially for the owner of the veterinary practice. Author, James Rollins (aka James Paul Czajkowski) began his adult career with a DVM degree from the University of Missouri in 1985. He was then working as many as 18 hours a day, while writing on his lunch time, or any spare minutes he might find. For ten years he operated his practice, employing as many as 24 staff personnel, continuing to write during spare moments. One day, he decided to reverse the job and hobby routine. He began writing full time and spent a day or so per week volunteering to do neuter surgeries at the local SPCA.

Rollins began his storytelling very early as a child, so it came naturally to him by the time he made it his main career. His writing gives the reader a look into unseen worlds, mostly underground or underwater. His books are full of originality, scientific breakthroughs, as well as historical insight. All of this packed into a fast paced story line that is honed using his basic knowledge of science and medicine. That skill sets James Rollin's books apart from the others. He is a #1 New York Times bestselling author of international thrillers that are translated into over forty languages. His "Sigma" series is his most popular.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Stewart on March 22, 2025

Because you only *thought* you hated [spoiler] before. This is all headed towards what promises to be an epic conclusion. Rollins has called A Dragon of Black Glass the “penultimate“ book in the series. Obviously, this being the third book in the series, you'll want to start at the beginning: The Star......more

Goodreads review by Amanda Forsting on March 15, 2025

This might be one of the hardest reviews to write. On the first hand, James Rollins is in my top three authors, all tied for first place. When I buy his books, I countdown to the release date and then I devour them instantly. His style of writing is superb. His ability to link real world elements wi......more

Goodreads review by Cam Montour on March 02, 2025

Sometimes a story just needs to finish.......more

Goodreads review by Ray on February 22, 2025

James Rollins, long renowned for his outstanding and well-researched thriller novels, has proven that he is a force to be reckoned with in the area of Fantasy as well. A DRAGON OF BLACK GLASS continues the adventures previously covered in THE STARLESS CROWN and THE CRADLE OF ICE. The greatest twist t......more

Goodreads review by Hallie on May 14, 2025

4.5 - I love this world. It lives rent free in my brain and I’ve been anticipating this book for a long time and I’m excited there’s still one more to go! I especially love the attention to detail of fantasy wildlife that Rollins puts in with his expertise as a veterinarian. That said, this installm......more


Quotes

"Fantastic... Volume four can’t come soon enough."—Booklist

"The fast pace of its action sequences will keep epic fantasy readers engaged."—Library Journal

Praise for the Moonfall series:
“This talented storyteller moves smoothly from thriller to fantasy. A terrific bit of storytelling.”—Terry Brooks, New York Times bestselling author of the Shannara novels

"A masterful storyteller across the genres, James is at his best in The Starless Crown."—R. A. Salvatore, New York Times bestselling author of The DemonWars Saga

“A bold and brilliant epic fantasy by a master storyteller! Wonderfully complex characters, shifting points-of-view, unparalleled world-building, and a great sense of fun make this a certified triumph!”—Jonathan Maberry, New York Times bestselling author of Relentless and Kagen the Damned

"The writing is gorgeous, textured and full of detail, a notable shift from the stripped-down prose of the Sigma Force novels, and the world and its inhabitants are beautifully crafted. For lovers of fantasy fiction, a must-read."—Booklist

"Gripping and thought-provoking. The high stakes and smooth writing made it a page turner."—Mystery & Suspense Magazine

“Fun… Readers looking for plot-driven fantasy will enjoy the action.”—Publishers Weekly

"Readers will want to continue their journey with Nyx and her companions…as the middle story in a huge epic that blends the science fiction of a tidally locked planet with elements of fantasy and magic."—Library Journal