The Magic of Recluce

L. E. Modesitt, Jr.

Jul 2013 · Saga of Recluce Book 1 · Tantor Media Inc · Narrated by Kirby Heyborne

About this audiobook

Young Lerris is dissatisfied with his life and trade, and yearns to find a place in the world better suited to his skills and temperament. But in Recluce a change in circumstances means taking one of two options: permanent exile from Recluce or braving the dangergeld, a complex, rule-laden wanderjahr in the lands beyond Recluce, with the aim of learning how the world works and what his place in it might be. Many do not survive. Lerris chooses the dangergeld. When Lerris is sent into intensive training for his quest, it soon becomes clear that he has a natural talent for magic. And he will need magic in the lands beyond, where the power of the Chaos Wizards reigns unchecked. Though it goes against all of his instincts, Lerris must learn to use his powers in an orderly way before his wanderjahr, or fall prey to Chaos.

Ratings and reviews

I didn't finish it i admit. The writing style was too detailed where it didn't matter(to me)and didn't get my interest enough to keep my attention. seemed very high handed to me.

I love this book, along with the 20 others in the series. If you enjoyed the King Killer Chronicles, this series will be right up your alley.

Book suck. Main character ask too man silly questions better of as a supporting character then main.

About the author

L. E. Modesitt, Jr., is the bestselling author of the fantasy series the Saga of Recluce, Corean Chronicles, and the Imager Portfolio. His science fiction includes Adiamante, the Ecolitan novels, the Forever Hero Trilogy, and Archform: Beauty.

Kirby Heyborne is an accomplished actor, musician, and comedian who has received a number of AudioFile Earphones Awards for his audiobook narrations. He has had starring roles in over a dozen features and many short films. Kirby is also a cofounder and director of the Los Angeles-based improv comedy group The Society.