The Four Territories

The Dark Assassin, Book 1

By: Stevie Collier

Narrated by: Doug Tisdale Jr.

He was like a father to me...and I wanted to cut his throat.

In a world divided into four territories, each with their own unique sun, color, race, and culture, Esh is born and abandoned in the cruelest of all. The red territory of Reah. A land in which every day is an absolute struggle for survival.

One day, an elderly man discovers the boy mortally wounded on the side of the ash-filled streets and takes pity on him, a kindness unknown in the land of Reah. Then, using violent and unorthodox training, he teaches the boy the skills necessary to endure the harshness of the territory. Skills of a master assassin. Combat. Sorcery. Alchemy.

All is going well until a dark and forgotten energy finds its way into young Esh's body. Wreaking havoc on his mind, it threatens to drag his spirit into darkness.

If Esh doesn't use all his mental and physical strength to combat the ancient energy then he will surely be destroyed.

This book is for you if you love:

• Action Packed Sword and Sorcery Books
• Dark Fantasy books about Greatsword wielding Assassins
• The use of Alchemy
• Exotic and Wondrous New Worlds
• A Parasitic Evil Energy that will stop at nothing to control its host.

©2017 Stevie Collier (P)2017 Stevie Collier

fun

first off I love the main character's hair its my favorite color. the world is amazing and feels fully fleshed out. im trying not to give spoilers but the arena wan one of my favorite parts. it took some balls on our assassin to pull that off.

Not what I expected in all the right ways

Would you listen to The Four Territories again? Why?

Absolutely, this fantasy series had just the right mix of humor and excitement. A journey that I could take again and enjoy just as much.

What other book might you compare The Four Territories to and why?

Although I don’t like to compare one book to another to answer the question I would say jack of thieves by Ben hale. 4t is purely a good story with twists turns and runs through all the emotions with out having to force it. You care about the characters and what’s going on with them.

What does Doug Tisdale Jr. bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

The tones and voices Doug uses gives the characters life. After reading the book and getting to know the characters some the voices that go along with them are spot on and really set you up for a good story.

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

Completely. One thing that drives me crazy in fantasy stories is how they jump around from characters to scenes and different places, however 4t kept on through its plot keeping me suspenseful without having to put a chapter in between cliffhangers.

Any additional comments?

When I got 4t I was ready for another fantasy book to get me through the day, but I got so much more. I actually care about what happens to Esh and cannot wait to find out where his adventures take him. There were parts a actually laughed out loud while having ear buds in. Slightly embarrassing in public but completely worth it.

Eeeeehhhh

A lot to dislike but I was able to listen to the full book so just eeeehhhhh

Entertaining book to listen to

Interesting story and great narration. The four territories is very entertaining to listen to and overall is a book that I'd suggest to friends who are fans of this genre. I particularly enjoyed the world building aspects and the stories told of the protagonist's parents. The world building is the best aspect but the characters and character development are shallow and riddled with tropes, which can be immersion breaking at times. There are a few deus ex machina that can also be immersion breaking but if you can get past those aspects and are a fan of dark fantasy then I'd recommend giving this book a listen.

Explore the Four Territories if you dare!

I received this novel from the author Stevie Collier to review. Overall I really enjoyed the novel and I am anxiously awaiting the second novel. The novel revolves around a young outcast named Esh who finds his calling and begins his wild adventure through the four territories, throughout the novel we primarily focus on the Red territory which is a harsh and cruel land that consumes the weak and timid. As you listen you will learn more of Esh and the trials and tribulations he goes through to be hardened and refined into a honed weapon of death. I hope you take the time to enjoy this piece and support a friendly and approachable author.

ok book

it was hard to finish because of the way the guy reads it. I hope the author finds someone better in the future.

Reader

It was a great book, the only know was the person reading it they were kinda hard to listen to as all I could think was about the voice.

Interesting, but mix styles/target audience miss

It is a really interesting storyline, but somehow it goes from a very, young YA to an old YA book. Maybe this is because of the reader, but it becomes disconcerting towards the end. The book also jumps from one major event to another, its just ...eh. If the book goes on sale for $3 for so, it is probably worth it, otherwise, just wait.

Great

It was a great book , i’m glad I got a chance
to listen every aspect was wonderful
Thank you
Terri

JarJar Binks as a narrator 😑

I am just beginning this story and I am intrigued. I get it’s geared towards a younger, less judgmental audience and it’s still entertaining. My main problem is that the narrator reads it in a voice that somehow makes it seem as though he is smiling or laughing the entire time. It is incredibly distracting. I want a narrator whose voice can pull me into the world and allow each character the dignity they deserve. This narrator keeps distracting me away from the story by his cadence and smarmy accentuation of characters that obviously should be better respected vocally. It’s like the equivalent of a JarJar Binks reading the LOTR; you never would be able to fully appreciate the story. I might have to just go read it myself-a shame since I have just bought two of these to listen to.