Brilliance of the Moon

Epic Feudal Fantasy, Unveiled in Aiko Nakasone's Spellbinding Narration

Written byLian Hearn

Narrated byAiko Nakasone, Kevin Gray

Length9h56m

Release dateFebruary 6, 2017

GenreScience Fiction & Fantasy, Fantasy, Historical

Languageenglish

★★★★☆ 4.7 (1,510 ratings)

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Author	Lian Hearn
Narrator	Aiko Nakasone, Kevin Gray
Runtime	9h56m
Published	February 6, 2017
Rating	★★★★☆ 4.7 / 5 (1,510 ratings)
Categories	Science Fiction & Fantasy, Fantasy, Historical, Science Fiction, Alternate History, Teen & Young Adult, Literature & Fiction, Literary Fiction
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

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About This Audiobook

Step into the enchanting world of Lian Hearn’s Tales of the Otori with 'Brilliance of the Moon,' where history intertwines with magic. Narrated by Aiko Nakasone and Kevin Gray, this audiobook offers a vivid blend of emotion and action. The narrative delves deep into complex characters and their struggles for power and love, set against a backdrop that feels both familiar and otherworldly.

Tags: epic fantasyfeudal magichistorical fictioncomplex charactersemotional depth

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Expert narration by Aiko Nakasone, Kevin Gray brings every character and scene to life across 9h56m of immersive audio.
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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

AudioBook Atlas

Aiko Nakasone’s narration is nothing short of captivating; her intonation and pacing bring the intricate plot to life with remarkable skill. The tale of Takeo and his journey through a land where magic and politics collide is as compelling as it is complex. However, the audiobook could benefit from clearer delineation between some characters’ voices, which at times blur together. Despite this minor critique, 'Brilliance of the Moon' remains a must-listen for fans of richly detailed fantasy worlds and nuanced storytelling.

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