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The Road of Bones

The Ashen Series, Book 1

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The Road of Bones

By: Demi Winters
Narrated by: Islay Jacobs
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A woman on the run. A crew of Viking mercenaries. A forbidden romance. And the secret that threatens them all.

Silla Nordvig is running for her life.

The Queen of Íseldur has sent warriors to bring Silla to Sunnavík, where death awaits her. When her father is killed, his last words set Silla on a perilous quest: travel the treacherous Road of Bones—a thousand-mile stretch haunted by warbands, creatures of darkness, and a mysterious murderer—and go to Kopa, where a shield house awaits her.

After barely surviving the first stretch of road, a desperate Silla sneaks into a supply wagon belonging to the notorious Bloodaxe Crew. To make it to Kopa, she must win over Axe Eyes, the brooding leader of the Crew, while avoiding the Wolf, his distractingly handsome right-hand man. But the queen's ruthless assassin has other plans and hunts Silla obsessively.

Will Silla make it safely to Kopa? Or will she fall prey to the perils of the Road of Bones?

Featuring an immersive world blending fairy tales with Vikings, The Road of Bones leads you on an adrenaline-fueled chase with fun banter and a slow-building enemies-to-lovers romance. It is book one in the Ashen Series.

©2023 Demi Winters (P)2024 Podium Audio
Action & Adventure Fairy Tales Fantasy Fiction
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The Audiobook's Story Revolves Around A Fantasy Romance Set In A Viking-inspired World, Following The Adventures And Struggles Of The Main Character, Silla. Many Reviewers Praised The Engaging Storyline, Unexpected Plot Twists, Immersive World-building, And Compelling Character Development, Particularly The Slow-burn Romance. However, Some Criticized The Slow Pacing, Predictable Plot Points, Weak Writing, Underdeveloped Characters, And Gratuitous Violence. Recurring Themes Include Fantasy Romance, Viking/norse Mythology, Adventure, Found Family, And Betrayal. Overall, The Story Seemed To Resonate With Many Listeners, Though Opinions Varied On Its Execution.
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I really loved this!!

I’m a sucker for any good romantasy adventure, especially with a Viking twist. But this story blew my expectations out of the water! Beautifully written with rich world building that was easy to follow, I just couldn’t stop listening! I know some people may hate on the FMC, but I thought it was refreshing to have a female lead who isn’t a snarky, sarcastic trained killer. Silla is kind and generous and a survivor, which I believe is a different kind of strength. I can’t believe I have to wait for the next book, I wish I could start it right away!

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Interesting world building excellent narrator

The narration is perfect. Overall plot is slightly predictable and reminiscent of others in the genre but the world building, location and characters are interesting and unique. Can’t wait to read the next one!

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Well written and performed

Interesting plot and storyline. Wonderful character building. I appreciate the originality of the storyline. The audio performer was perfect.

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Outstanding narrator, great story

Narrator made an already great book even better. Did not want to put it down!

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The character development

Loved the slow burn between the love interest and main character arch. Couldn’t stop listening.

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Fantastic!!!! 1000/10

I really enjoyed this book! The narrator was fantastic as well! Cannot wait to read the sequel!

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Great story!

Unexpected storyline I was absolutely hooked the whole time. Superb character building and world building.

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Outstanding Writing

I've listened to almost 200 audio books this past year and this series is in my top 3! I couldn't stop listening! I loved the narrator as well. She has done a fantastic job!

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I LOVED THIS BOOK

***SPOILER WARNING*****


I love that the author had us thinking her and Jonas were meant to be together only to have Ray be an unexpected shadow daddy! The book was well written, the narrator was great… I loved the vampire deer. Honestly no notes.

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road of bones

liked unexpected story twists and turns. great narrator! can't wait to listen to next book

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