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The Collar and the Cavvarach

Krillonian Chronicles, Book 1

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The Collar and the Cavvarach

By: Annie Douglass Lima
Narrated by: Joseph Baltz
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Bensin, a teenage slave and martial artist, is desperate to see his little sister freed. But only victory in the Krillonian Empire's most prestigious tournament will allow him to secretly arrange for Ellie's escape. Dangerous people are closing in on her, however, and Bensin is running out of time.

With his one hope fading quickly away, how can Bensin save Ellie from a life of slavery and abuse?

©2015 Annie Douglass Lima (P)2020 Annie Douglass Lima Dystopian Fiction Literature & Fiction Science Fiction Science Fiction & Fantasy Sports Fiction Survival

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I started this book not knowing what to expect. I was pleasantly suprised! The story grasped my attention and did not let go. I now have a huge book hangover and need the second in the series to find out more. Benson's love for his sister propels this story forward. The suspense, the twists and the love kept me hooked. I found myself shaking my head at the not so smart things Benson did to help his sister. But the ending brought tears to my eyes. I cannot wait to read the next book.

Joseph Baltz really brought this story to life with his narration. He had an easy to listen to voice. He had a different tone for each character that was unique and consistent. I hope he continues in this series.

A hidden gem

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I'll have to admit I'm not a fan of long audiobooks but I just could not stop listening to this one!
can't wait to start number 2

I loved it

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The Collar and the Cavvarach is a wonderful tale of a teenage slave boy seeking freedom for his 5-year-old sister. After an attempt at escaping from their current cruel owners, Bensin is put up for sale and eventually separated from his sister. However, he is determined to save her from a lifetime of slavery. As he finds himself owned by a martial arts expert, he begins training for tournaments, hoping to earn enough coin from his wins to buy his sister's freedom.

This is a well-written, nicely paced and exciting book. The characters are fleshed out, well-defined from one another, and easy to fall in love with (or hate, for the nasty ones). I especially loved how Ellie (Bensin's sister) was depicted, such as her actions and speech, for it felt very accurate for a young child, especially considering she has grown up as a slave. I'll also admit that, at times, it was a little difficult to wrap my head around the world that is the empire. As modern as it is, there is a strange - but still intriguing - mix of old and new. Due to this mix, even though there is plenty of world-building, you sometimes find yourself not quite sure how things work. Another small point that threw me slightly was Bensin's 5-year-old sister taking care of a baby. It felt a bit too young, seeing as I have children of the same age. However, it is not something that took away from the enjoyment of this book.

The Collar and the Cavvarach is a heartfelt, dystopian YA book with definite Karate Kid vibes. There are no harsh words or gory violence, so it's suited for both young and old readers. I enjoyed it, and I will definitely check out the next one!

Note: I listened to this book on audio, and there were some minor hiccups (especially at the start) that became a little jarring. But the narrator was otherwise great, putting plenty of emotion into each of the characters.

A heartfelt, dystopian Karate Kid book!

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I read the Collar and the Cavvarach when it first came out years ago and I enjoyed it then. I have always planned to re-read it, but time can be scarce these days. I was delighted that it is now available in audiobook. That said, the narrator did an excellent job of bringing a great story to life. I was immediately transported into the Krillonian Empire and cranked up the volume so I could listen while I did other things around the house. Never once did my other activities pull me away from the story since the narrator was so engaging.

The Collar and the Cavvarach is a tale of great complexity, as can be found in the real world. Suitable for young readers, it explores issues that they may encounter in everyday life that isn't so black and white. What do you get when you combine moral conflict, the love of a brother for his sister with sheer will and determination? The Collar and the Cavvarach of course!

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