Destiny of the Dead

The Shroud of Prophecy, Book 2

By: Kel Kade

Narrated by: Nick Podehl

Destiny of the Dead is the second audiobook in the genre-bending Shroud of Prophecy series from New York Times best-selling author Kel Kade.

The God of Death is tired of dealing with the living, so he’s decided everyone should die. And he’s found allies. The Berru, an empire of dark mages, has unleashed a terrifying army of monstrous lyksvight upon everyone with a pulse.

While the wealthy and powerful, the kings and queens, abandon the dying world, one group of misfits says no more. Through dogged determination and the ability to bind souls to their dead bodies, Aaslo and his friends fight on.

In the mountains of the far north, another bastion of defense is opened. Cherrí, the avatar of a vengeful fire god, has united the survivors amongst her people and begun her own war on the invaders.

Now, Aaslo and Cherrí must find a way to unite their powers, one divine, the other profane, to throw back the monsters of the Berru and challenge Death itself.

A Macmillan Audio production from Tor Books

©2021 Kel Kade (P)2021 Macmillan Audio

It's a circus

Entertaining beginning of the series. Kel Kade struggles to keep it that way with continually unfolding craziness that's annoying at times. Nick Podehl's dynamic performance makes it work. I'll be listening to book 3.

another great book

I really like the first one it was clever and subverted common tropes. I pre-ordered this one. This book is good and expands the magic and conflic. it feels like it is setting up for a great third book. I can't wait for the next release.

Epic Epic

Very thrilling and immersive continuation. Absolutely loved it and the introduction of more mini stories to make the whole. The separate adventures kept me experiencing different views and emotions that made the story a lot less one sided and more realistic.

However, it felt very short. All the events seemed to happen within the week or a similarly short period of time that caused a burst of excitement and then it was over.

Another theme I encountered which might be a spoiler to some, so I suggest not reading this part if you hate spoilers. The blessings mentioned throughout the story were kind of vague. For one, I can't imagine a Faye has more power to give than a god. And It's weird how the most blessed character is often overpowered. These are just some of my thoughts.

Overall, a great book and I look forward to listening to it again and others to come.

PS. hats off to the narrator. Made it even more worth the listen.

Terrific

I loved the dialogue between characters. Dolt has to be the best character in the book. I would recommend this to anyone who can handle blood and gore with some serious moments of great repartee and banter. I love the voices Nick Podehl gives to each person. He is a great actor!!

Greatness

Incredible story. Really enjoying the series. Highly recommend. Narration is excellent by one of the best.

Great Narrator okay story.

Same Kel Kade Narrator that I've grown accustomed to. He's great. The story felt directionless though. A lot of "and then" moments rather than "therefore this" moments. The paladin character arc also felt like it was added in later rather than being an integral part of the story. Maybe it will all come together in the next book. I love Kel Kade's writing and I'm glad she's back. I'm looking forward to the next one.

nice

looking forward to the next several books to come. I really didn't know if I was going to like the series but I should have known it would be good after listening to kel kads other books

Lots of action, but so many points of view

I enjoyed this second book, but went from telling the story from only one point a view to so many different ones did not make it as enjoyable as the first.

It is something.

Love Kal and all her books, this book was kinda frustrating though because I was worried about Aaslo and I was hearing of a different person. Overall it is still a good book and made me cry one to making times. Would listen/read again.

Entertaining but something is missing

I prefer Kel Kades other books however the performance by Nick Poedel is amazing.