A World of Secrets, James Maxwell
A World of Secrets, James Maxwell
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A World of Secrets

Author: James Maxwell

Narrator: Simon Vance

Unabridged: 8 hr 24 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 07/16/2020

Synopsis

Taimin and Selena must discover the truth about their world—before it’s too late.In a world of secrets, Taimin and Selena are desperate for answers. They need to discover the truth about their origins and the firewall that borders the wasteland. If they don’t find the hidden path they seek, the citizens of Zorn will die.As they make the perilous journey to the distant firewall, Taimin and Selena are joined by three companions: a young healer, a weapons trader, and an old rover. Together the five are in constant danger, unable to rely on Selena’s powers as she has lost the ability to farcast—and she doesn’t know how to get it back.Now Taimin finds himself hunted by a new enemy—a strange creature on a bloodthirsty quest of his own. Taimin and Selena get ever closer to the answers that are essential to their survival. But will they learn the truth in time to save themselves?

About James Maxwell

James Maxwell grew up in the scenic Bay of Islands, New Zealand, and was educated in Australia. Devouring fantasy and science-fiction classics from an early age, his love for books led to a strong interest in writing. He attended his first workshop with published authors at the age of eleven, and throughout his twenties he continued to develop the epic fantasy story he would one day bring to life.The internationally bestselling four books of The Evermen Saga were published with 47North in 2014. James soon followed with his second series, The Shifting Tides, a sweeping tale of adventure, intrigue, and magic.A World of Secrets is the second title in his latest series, The Firewall Trilogy, with the sequel, A Search for Starlight, out in 2021.James lives in London with his wife and daughter. When he isn’t writing, he enjoys French cooking, acoustic guitar, and long walks in the English countryside.For free books and to learn about new releases, sign up at www.jamesmaxwell.com.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Carrot :3 (trying to keep up)

The plot thickens! I am satisfied with the plot until now. The answers for Firewall, Zorn being huge, the Suns, the constant reference to Earth were good enough. Telling instead of showing is a bit less in this. But I still couldn’t feel that much for Ruth/Vance. (Ruth and Lars were such assholes to......more

Goodreads review by Yantl

A World of Secrets is a really great book with a beautifully well built world. I am a really big fan of the third person narrator and of how the author tells this story. The characters are well developed and we can see that they have overcome so much in their journey and they grow through their adve......more

Goodreads review by Jaden

Definitely a stronger story than the first book, but still not one of my favourites. Still full of convenient predictable story lines and tropes. Characters are meh. The overall plot and theme saves it though. I will still finish the series to see what happens.......more

Goodreads review by BookzBookzBookz

A WAR IS COMING! So I like where this series is headed. I have to admit, it wasn’t anywhere as good as book one, or as king, to me but still a great adventure.......more

Quotes

“Master narrator Simon Vance performs the second entry in The Firewall Trilogy.... Vance gives each character a subtly different voice—except for the monstrous creatures Taimin crosses path with. His narration will engage new and returning listeners alike as the plot races toward revealing the answers Taimin seeks. Vance elevates the story with a captivating performance that features heart and humor amid the darkness.” —Audiofile Magazine

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