Der aufziehende Sturm by Robert Jordan

Der aufziehende Sturm

Dragons rise, destiny calls—time to choose

Written byRobert Jordan
Narrated byHelmut Krauss
Length21h06m
Release dateNovember 7, 2012
LanguageGerman
★★★★★ 5.0 (32 ratings)

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AuthorRobert Jordan
NarratorHelmut Krauss
Runtime21h06m
PublishedNovember 7, 2012
Rating★★★★★ 5.0 / 5 (32 ratings)
CategoriesScience Fiction & Fantasy, Fantasy, Dragons & Mythical Creatures, Epic
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Robert Jordan’s *Der aufziehende Sturm* isn’t just another fantasy epic—it’s a tidal wave of war, magic, and myth crashing into the *Wheel of Time* saga with relentless momentum. As the Last Battle looms, Rand al’Thor, the Dragon Reborn, grapples with his fractured sanity and the crushing weight of prophecy. This installment crackles with ideological clashes: light vs. shadow, duty vs. desire, and the terrifying cost of leadership. Jordan’s world feels alive in a way few series manage—villages burn, alliances shatter, and the very fabric of reality seems to fray at the edges. If you’re looking for a story where stakes aren’t just high but *inescapable*, this is it.

What sets this audiobook apart is Helmut Krauss’s narration, which doesn’t just read the words—it *inhabits* them. His voice cracks with Rand’s frantic despair, thunders with the Aes Sedai’s cold authority, and drips with the venom of Forsaken taunts. The German delivery amplifies the saga’s mythic grandeur, making the supernatural feel tangible. Unlike some audiobooks where accents or pacing dilute the immersion, Krauss’s performance is a masterclass in voice-acting. Listen closely, and you’ll hear the difference between a narrator and a *storyteller* who refuses to let you go.

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Editor's Review ★★★★★

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I’ve listened to a lot of fantasy audiobooks, but Helmut Krauss’s performance in *Der aufziehende Sturm* elevated the material to something almost sacred. His rendition of Mat’s sarcasm is so sharp it’s like sitting across from a friend, while his gravelly voicing of Moraine’s warnings sends a shiver down your spine every time. Krauss doesn’t just voice the characters—he *becomes* them, especially in scenes where Rand’s internal monologue spirals into paranoia. The pacing is impeccable, too; long stretches of exposition never drag because his delivery feels urgent, like the world is burning in real time. That said, the production isn’t flawless. Some minor background noise bleeds into quieter moments, and the chapter breaks occasionally feel abrupt, like someone flipping a page mid-conversation. Yet those quirks fade into irrelevance once the story’s engine revs up. The emotional gut-punches hit harder here than in any other *Wheel of Time* audiobook I’ve tried, particularly in the climactic battles where Krauss’s voice wavers just enough to make you believe the characters are exhausted. If you’re on the fence about this series, trust me: let Krauss’s performance decide for you. You won’t regret it.

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