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Cassiel's Servant

By: Jacqueline Carey
Narrated by: Owen Findlay
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The lush epic fantasy that inspired a generation with a single precept: “Love as Thou Wilt."

Returning to the realm of Terre d’Ange, which captured an entire generation of fantasy fans, New York Times bestselling author Jacqueline Carey brings us a hero’s journey for a new era.

In Kushiel’s Dart, a daring young courtesan uncovered a plot to destroy her beloved homeland. But hers is only half the tale. Now see the other half of the heart that lived it.

Cassiel’s Servant is a retelling of cult favorite Kushiel’s Dart from the point of view of Joscelin, Cassiline warrior-priest and protector of Phèdre nó Delaunay. He’s sworn to celibacy and the blade as surely as she’s pledged to pleasure, but the gods they serve have bound them together. When both are betrayed, they must rely on each other to survive.

From his earliest training to captivity amongst their enemies, his journey with Phèdre to avert the conquest of Terre D’Ange shatters body and mind… and brings him an impossible love that he will do anything to keep.

Even if it means breaking all vows and losing his soul.

“Decadent and dark, Cassiel’s Servant reveals the secrets of the mysterious Cassiline brotherhood. In this gorgeously realized novel, Carey returns to the world of Terre d’Ange and offers us a new and dazzling perspective on a character we thought we knew.”—Nghi Vo, author of The Chosen and the Beautiful and Siren Queen

Kushiel's Legacy
#1 Kushiel's Dart
#2 Kushiel's Chosen
#3 Kushiel's Avatar

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Praise for Cassiel's Servant

“Decadent and dark, Cassiel’s Servant reveals the secrets of the mysterious Cassiline brotherhood. In this gorgeously realized novel, Carey returns to the world of Terre d’Ange and offers us a new and dazzling perspective on a character we thought we knew.”—Nghi Vo, author of The Chosen and the Beautiful and Siren Queen

“Lovingly appl[ies] a full painter’s palette to what had previously been only sketched. Carey proves she has lost none of her inimitable style nor her ability to fully realize characters; devoted fans will revel in getting Joscelin’s backstory.”—Publishers Weekly

Praise for the Kushiel's Legacy trilogy

“Rich, intricate worldbuilding meets swoonworthy romance. A tangled web of politics and desire … A modern classic. Phédre and Joscelin's story is the beating heart of every romantasy to follow.” —Olivie Blake, New York Times bestselling author

Praise for Kushiel's Dart


“A very sophisticated fantasy, intricately plotted and a fascinating read.”—Robert Jordan

“A powerful narrative, with savage action balanced by exquisite characterization. The best fantasy I’ve read in years.”—Piers Anthony

“A breathtaking epic starring an unflinching yet poignantly vulnerable heroine and a deft treatment of alternative sexual practices.”—Booklist, starred review

“Superbly detailed, fascinatingly textured, and sometimes unbearably intense; a resonant, deeply satisfying, and altogether remarkable novel.”—Kirkus, starred review

“The heroine reminds one of an equally strong-minded sister whose home was Tara.”—Publishers Weekly, starred review

“A complex saga worthy of the field's best writer on such a scale, George R. R. Martin.”—Locus

“Stunning, clever, sultry and mysterious, Phedre is an ideal and original heroine.”—Associated Press

“Sexy and sometimes shocking, if you don't mind your eyeballs popping out every couple of chapters, this is a swell tale.”—The Detroit Free Press

“The author’s sensual prose should appeal to fans of Tanith Lee, Storm Constantine, and Terry Goodkind.”—Library Journal on Kushiel's Dart

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I loved more information about Joscelins youth and his training. I read or listened to all Phèdres books a couple of times and will to this probably too, they’re just awesome and well woven stories!

Same story, different viewpoint

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I loved the story and I loved the voice of the person who read the book to me

Great book

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You dont have to have read Kushiel's Dart to read this but I would probably recommend you did.
This is the same story but told from the viewpoint of Jocelyn instead of Phedre and so there is a fair bit of overlap.

I found it a really interesting listen as it fills in some background on how Jocelyn came to be a guard for Phedre and how he grew into the role.

Its a really good listen even if having read Kushiel's Dart you know exactly where it is going and what is going to happen

Narration is first class.

Good retelling from another viewpoint

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I love rhis whole series having read it all over a decade ago. the 1st book in the series was suggested by a librarian when I was looking for that next epic read. Each book in all the series is an epic read. I discovered this title a month ago when I decided I wanted to listen to the series now its available and what a delight to discover a new book..
This wonderful rendition of a different pint of view of boom one in the series is so good it adds to the series, and yet can be a stand alone story. it was a wonder listen and took me on such adventures. I was not disappointed and felt such a beautiful connection and closure when it came to the end. 5 stars for this audio book.

What a wonderful 5 star listen. wonderful as a stand alone or in the series.

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This book starts with Joselyns story, but after 3 chapters it is the same as the first book of the series. Just seen through joselyns eyes. An uninspired way to create a new book.
The voice is talking pretty fast. I had to slow it down for a comfortable listen.

Same as Kushiel's 1st book

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