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Master Alvin

The Tales of Alvin Maker, Book Seven

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Master Alvin

By: Orson Scott Card
Narrated by: Gabrielle de Cuir, Kirby Heyborne, Mirron Willis, Nan McNamara, Scott Brick, Stefan Rudnicki
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The Tales of Alvin Maker concludes in Master Alvin, the final book in the historical fantasy series from the Hugo and Nebula award-winning and New York Times bestselling author of Ender's Game.

This program features multicast narration.

Inspired by the lore and the folk-magic of the men and women who settled North America, Orson Scott Card has created an alternate world where magic works, and where that magic has colored the entire history of the colonies. Charms and beseechings, hexes and potions, all have a place in the lives of the people of this world. Dowsers find water, the second sight warns of dangers to come, and a torch can read a person's future—or their heart.

In a world where "knacks" abound, Alvin, the seventh son of a seventh son, is a very special man indeed. He's a Maker; he has the knack of understanding how things are put together, how to create them, repair them, keep them whole, or tear them down. He can heal hearts as well as bones, he builds a house, he can calm the waters or blow up a storm. And he can teach his knack to others, to the measure of their own talent.

In this final novel in the Alvin Maker series, Alvin’s journey leads him across the river—visiting his old friend the Red Prophet, across the country, and even across the Atlantic, where Irish folk with knacks are being persecuted. Through trials and tribulations, Alvin must learn when to use his extraordinary powers, and when to not, as he strives to safehold his people from a darkness that threatens everything they’ve built in the Crystal City, and in their very hearts.

The Tales of Alvin Maker series
Seventh Son
Red Prophet
Prentice Alvin
Alvin Journeyman
Heartfire
The Crystal City
Master Alvin

A Macmillan Audio production from Tor Books

Action & Adventure Alternate History Epic Fantasy Historical Science Fiction Heartfelt
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Praise for Orson Scott Card

“One of the greats of contemporary science fiction and fantasy.”
The Wall Street Journal

“Orson Scott Card is as fine a writer as we have.”
The Los Angeles Times

“Card is a master storyteller.”
The Seattle Times

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what a bad ending, Alvin acts like it's his first day in the world, completely uncharacteristic...very disappointing...

Horrible Ending

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Card’s dialogue and character work is great as always. The overall trajectory of this story was known from day one to anyone familiar with the historical figure he based Alvin’s character on. However, the journey there has been quite a ride.

If you’ve read the previous 6 books, then what are you doing reading this? Listen to the book!

The consistent quality of Card

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I've read and listened to the entire series, so I'm a fan. It's not the book I waited for over twenty years. If you've read all the books too, then you'll want to read this one. You will be glad to know the story's ending, but the book will likely disappoint you, too.

You'll know how the story ends

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I met Alvin through SFBC back in 1984. I loved the character and the idea behind Alvin's knack. Every unanswered question is explained in this book. I loved the fact that there's enough history within the stories so that even if you read the last book 20 years ago, you are reminded of it's story, power and impact. I have to thank the author for fleshing out Alvin's brothers and explaining how Alvin could possibly be killed. Few authors can make me laugh out loud while reading and also cry with hiccup sobs. After all, I'm old and jaded.

All questions about Alvin are answered here

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It finishes the story of Alvin. It’s not a bad book. And if you enjoyed the series, I would say it’s worth finishing.

A conclusion

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