The Sword-Edged Blonde

De: Alex Bledsoe

Narrado por: Stefan Rudnicki

It should have been a case like any other: a missing princess, a king willing to pay in gold for her return. But before he realizes it, private investigator Eddie LaCrosse, a slightly shopworn sword jockey with a talent for discretion and detection, is swept up in a web of mystery and deceit involving a brutally murdered royal heir, a queen accused of an unspeakable crime, and the tragic past he thought he'd left behind.©2007 Alex Bledsoe (P)2009 Blackstone Audio, Inc.

Reseñas de la Crítica

"Stylish and self-assured: Raymond Chandler meets Raymond E. Feist." (Publishers Weekly)
"Fans of Glen Cook's Garrett novels or hard-boiled detective fiction will appreciate this well-crafted gem of a tale." (Library Journal)

What a surprise, enjoyed dark age detective

First, Stefan Rudniki, I find to always do a great job narrating. (and in this case he didn't let me down) The first book by Alex Bledsoe I've ever had pleasure to listen to. This I belive is a trilogy, and I can't wait to download the next two. Some laughs and twists and turns that will keep your interest. (If "Dresden Files" and "Night Side" series had a baby it would be "Eddie La Cross") the character in this series. A mature hard nosed detective, who's life has given him lemons and he made "apple juice". I'm getting the next two books in series right now, and can't wait to listen.

Fantasy meets detective noir

This was a fun listen; great detective story in a unique setting. the writing dripped with gritty detail and Stefan Rudnicki's gravelly baritone was a perfect fit for the hard-boiled detective/mercenary Eddie Lacrosse. The one criticism I have of his performance was a lack of variation between the different character voices. This was especially troublesome when two male characters were in dialogue. You get used to it though, and overall it was a good performance.

Interesting detective story

Enjoyed the narration and the storyline, did not find the foul language needed for effect.

Great adventure-quest murder-mystery, fun

Enjoyed this tale, sorry of a combo of two different genres . A nearmedieval age private eye. Good enough to look up the sequel.

Quality Dime Store Noir

This novel is essentially a dime store serial noir set in a low magic fantasy setting. It doesn’t make excuses about anachronistic content or dated character stereotypes.

If you want to read a fantasy noir investigative mystery drama with a main character that has more flaws then virtues but still manages to save the day. This is the book. Also the audio versions narrator has the perfect voice for it.

AWESOME! But if you hate scary movies, don't even.

I love the authors style of writing! witty, unique, dark and mysterious. Cool characters. Creative plot. A few ' duhn duhn duhnnn' moments.

Strong main character, Eddie is sort of a dark f'ed up hero. I like how his flaws and past make him grow throughout the story into a (still f*ed up!) humble, wise and selfless hero. But aren't we all a bit mad?

The performance was so good! I feel like the narrators vibe and tone totally matched up with the book.

The book has some super twisted and dark moments. I'd classify it as Mystery Horror, with a bit of Sci-Fi and adventure mixed in. Maybe not for everyone.... but I can't WAIT to start the next book.

* This book may trigger some people, I feel like that should be said. If you are easily triggered by loss of a child or rape, maybe not for you.

Mixed genre - modern detective story in fantasy...

Fantasy setting, but written (and everyone talks) like a modern detective novel. Once I accepted the mixed genre, it was an enjoyable story.

Fun

It was fun to listen to from the beginner. Unusual. The narrator always brings the story to life.

Awesome

I have 300 audio books under my belt.... this is the second review I’ve written...... I’m so impressed with how well it was written and the narrators performance made a great authors story one of the best I’ve had the pleasure to enjoy....... I had to relishen to a few chapters a couple of times so I got the story correct..... whatcha only made the story better..... and with the narrator so good it was even better when I fully understood it. Even tho this is an older book and series...... it is well worth having..... so just do it and get it..... No regrets

Very intriguing

I love the story line and the thrill. The narrator is also very good indeed.