Star of the Morning

Nine Kingdoms, Book 1

By: Lynn Kurland

Narrated by: Laura Jennings

Darkness covers the north since the black mage has begun his assault on the kingdom of Neroche. Legend has it that only the two magical swords held by Neroche's king can defeat the mage. Now the fate of the Nine Kingdoms rests in the hands of a woman destined to wield one of those blades....

In this land of dragons and mages, warrior maids, and magical swords, nothing is as it seems. And Morgan will find that the magic in her blood brings her troubles she cannot face with a sword - and a love more powerful than she has ever imagined.

©2008 Lynn Curland (P)2017 Tantor

One of my favorite series, but terrible narration

I love these books and have been waiting for them to be available in audio for years. I was so excited to see this one and immediately bought it and pre-ordered the next one. I almost couldn't finish it.

I love Miach and was really looking forward to him being brought to life in audio, but the narration was terrible. The narrator's voice is flat and stilted and mostly emotionless. She pauses in the middle of every sentence which makers it hard to listen to. I love the story so I finished it anyway. I've read the books numerous times because I love visiting this world, but I don't think I'll be able to listen to this a second time.

I really hope the narration is better for the second book.

A story to read or listen to again and again

I truly love this series it's warm and fun . The people, the friends you would like to talk to and hope will have the happy ending they deserve . I have read all the books but book twelve more then once , and the first three so many times I need new ones . I got the Audible copy to listen to when my hands are working and my head is not 😉 it's well read and easy to listen to .

Loved this book! Can't wait for the next one!

Where does Star of the Morning rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

It's great.. The story sucking me in and can't wait for the next!

Have you listened to any of Laura Jennings’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

I enjoyed listening to her

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes.. I never lay in bed and listen to a book but did with this one.

great secret book very underrated

this is a keeper. its so sad there arn't more reviews. i hope this fact does not limit the production of audiobook for the rest of the series. come on people rate the book you are listening to.

My favorite of her 9 kingdom series

What did you love best about Star of the Morning?

The interactions of the main characters

What was one of the most memorable moments of Star of the Morning?

There are many.

Which character – as performed by Laura Jennings – was your favorite?

All of the characters

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Just glad it was finally out in audio. I look forward to listening to more in this series. Morgan's comments about the king (who was under cover through part of the book) were pretty funny.

Any additional comments?

Lynn Kurland's fantasy series runs in trilogies. This is the first one. I highly recommend it if you like fantasy, strong female characters, romance, and lots of action.

A Must Read!!

I LOVED this book! I can't wait to listen to the next book in the series.

amazing story

I love this series. The story is so well written and very compelling. Great read.

I read this book years ago

It is one of my all time favorite books and series. The characters are captivating, the story keeps you wanting more..

Engaging & Charming

I can’t help but love every word. This is such a charming ! Engaging story. I couldn’t stop listening!!! Each character is complex! Every event has feeling & dynamic!!! I will be looking for more books by this author. I very happily stubbled across Lynn Kurland’s books and so grateful I did!!! I love finding new Authors to follow!!!!

great series

loved it finally came out on audible. waiting on the third. fantasy story great fun