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Legends

The Ronin Saga #0.5

by Matthew Wolf

Narrated by Michael Kramer

3.84 ABR Score (167 ratings)
★ 4.09 Goodreads (75) ★ 4.5 Audible (92)
1h 34m Released 2021 Fantasy

Why Listen?

Michael Kramer's crisp pacing transforms this origin story into a taut betrayal thriller that hits hard in 94 minutes. Essential prequel fuel for Ronin Saga fans, but tight enough to stand alone.

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About This Audiobook

Ancient powers clash in a world where elemental magic flows through chosen warriors known as the Ronin. When Kail, master of wind magic, discovers treachery within his trusted circle of eight elemental wielders, their unity fractures at the worst possible moment. As darkness closes in around them, the Ronin must confront an enemy who knows their every weakness and has turned their greatest strengths against them. This prequel reveals the catastrophic events that shattered an age of legend and set the stage for everything that follows in the saga.

Michael Kramer delivers a masterful performance that brings weight and gravitas to this tale of betrayal and broken bonds. His nuanced character work distinguishes each of the nine elemental wielders, while his pacing builds tension expertly through political intrigue and magical confrontations. The relatively short runtime allows Kramer to maintain intensity throughout, making every revelation land with maximum impact. His rich, authoritative voice proves perfectly suited to Wolf's world-building, transforming what could have been simple backstory into an emotionally resonant tragedy that enhances the entire series.