Dream of Dragons

I’ll be honest: I went into *Dream of Dragons* skeptical. Series finales often either fizzle or overpromise, but this one? It *burns*—sometimes unevenly, but with a ferocity that’s hard to look away from. Kevin Green’s narration is the secret weapon here. His voice for the ancient dragon Kyro is a masterclass in menace, all rumbling bass and dripping disdain, while his portrayal of younger characters like Duncan cracks with a vulnerability that keeps you invested. The battle scenes are where he truly shines, though—his pacing turns chaotic skirmishes into a visceral audio experience, with dragon roars and clashing steel feeling almost tactile. That said, his tendency to default to a growl for *every* intense moment can make emotional beats feel one-note after a while. The story itself is a double-edged sword. Rice’s world-building has always been her strength, and the final war between humans and dragons is sprawling, with political intrigue and personal vendettas colliding in satisfying ways. The problem? Some character resolutions feel rushed. A certain royal’s redemption arc, for instance, hinges on a single conversation after books of antagonism—it’s jarring, like a dragon suddenly deciding not to eat you because you shared a sandwich. And while the dragons’ perspective chapters are gripping, their philosophy sometimes veers into repetitive “humans are pests” territory. Still, the audiobook’s production elevates the material. The lack of overly dramatic sound effects keeps the focus on Green’s performance, and the editing is crisp, with no awkward pauses or volume spikes. Is it a flawless finale? No. But it’s a *bold* one, and in a genre often content with safe endings, that counts for a lot. If you’ve followed the series this far, you’ll leave satisfied—if a little singed.