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The Executioner's Apprentice (The Executioner's Song Book 2) Kindle Edition

by D.K. Holmberg (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 out of 5 stars 892 ratings
Executioners search for justice, not vengeance. Finn questions why it can’t be both.

As apprentice to the master executioner, Finn struggles to understand his place in the city as he searches for truth in those sentenced. The job is more complicated than he ever imagined. He’s proven his understanding of the basics, but for him to serve as an executioner—if that’s what he wants—he needs mastery.

Distracted by his search for a way to heal his still ailing mother despite the hegen magic, he finds himself at odds with the master executioner.

When assigned his first solo case, he knows he needs to impress Meyer. An investigation into a fire that burned through an entire section of the city leads Finn to learn of a greater threat to Verendal—and the entire kingdom.

When only Finn believes there’s more to the fire, can he save the city or will his quest for vengeance finally lead to his downfall?
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  1. Book 2 of 5
    The Executioner's Song
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    540 pages
  3. Language
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  4. Publication date
    January 26, 2021
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08RWDMN1N
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ ASH Publishing
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ January 26, 2021
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3.4 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 540 pages
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  • Book 2 of 5 ‏ : ‎ The Executioner's Song
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 out of 5 stars 892 ratings

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D.K. Holmberg lives in Minnesota and is the author of multiple series including The Lost Prophecy, The Cloud Warrior Saga, The Dark Ability, The Teralin Sword, and The Lost Garden. When he's not writing, he's chasing around his two active children.

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Looking for a series reading order? Several series share the same world, but they can all be read and enjoyed independently (books in the series should be read in order).

The Shadow Accords

The Collector Chronicles

The Dark Ability

The Sighted Assassin

The Teralin Sword

The Lost Prophecy

The Endless War

The Cloud Warrior Saga

The Lost Garden

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"This book was faster pace than book 1. I enjoyed the twist and turns leading to the final chapters where I was surprised of who was responsible for..." Read more

"...We learned more about the main characters and some plot lines were tied up. New questions arose and I'm looking forward to the next book" Read more

"The story was riveting and progressed at a very good rate, but there were several pages missing from the last chapters, as a result it is unclear..." Read more

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"...In these books Holmberg has crafted exquisite world-building, memorable characters, natural sounding dialog, and several quotable passages worth..." Read more

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  • Daniel C
    5.0 out of 5 stars Compelling Second Part of Series
    Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2021
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    This book is a solid, and compelling addition that builds easily upon everything that was presented in the first book, and leaves the reader hungry for the next book in the series. Each plot line is elegantly and succinctly drawn out and each character is given more depth and reality. I am very much looking forward to reading the next step in this series, and to unveiling what is in store for the characters, and where their adventures will take them.
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  • Stan hopkins
    4.0 out of 5 stars Executioners Song Book 2
    Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2021
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    This book was faster pace than book 1. I enjoyed the twist and turns leading to the final chapters where I was surprised of who was responsible for the death and destruction that had been carried out. Looking forward to book 3.
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  • Dagnbit
    5.0 out of 5 stars Step back and get to know a medieval sleuth
    Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2021
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    The apprentice and the master still have conflicts centering around Finn's need for revenge. Finn is changing, for the better if he would just not be so adamant on showing his need for revenge against Bellut. In the end it all works out, but the road there makes for a bumpy relationship between the two. Details of the town and it's surrounding area make you feel like you could walk out your door and be there. The changing dynamic between Finn and his old crew after the arrests in the last book are noticeable. And sometimes he's not sure it matters anymore because he has a new focus. I enjoyed this book, it was slower paced than the first and did not seem to involve as many characters.
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  • Sue
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book
    Reviewed in the United States on June 26, 2021
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    There was a lot happening in book two. We learned more about the main characters and some plot lines were tied up. New questions arose and I'm looking forward to the next book
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  • Cindy
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another good story
    Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2021
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    I enjoyed this story- following Fin as he continues his transition from thief to Executioners apprentice. He is learning that there is more to being an executioner than he believed. This story ends with Fin finally wielding the Sword of Justice. Now his apprenticeship progresses to more ... perhaps Joureyman is next....
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  • JFB
    4.0 out of 5 stars New Series Is Exciting
    Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2021
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    It is seldom I read a story as quickly as I did this, though the main character at this point is lacking in some unique skill or talent, his determination to solve the crime makes this a sort of medieval sleuth. Curious to see how he develops in the 3rd release.
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  • sls4ak
    5.0 out of 5 stars Very good! Memorable and full of thoughtful insights.
    Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2021
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    I rarely judge a book to be worthy of five stars. Since we only have five stars to rate with and since e consider all books to be judged equally, five is tantamount to perfection. In these books Holmberg has crafted exquisite world-building, memorable characters, natural sounding dialog, and several quotable passages worth repetition. I expect to see these books on store shelves decades into the future.
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  • Anthony
    3.0 out of 5 stars Incomplete Novel
    Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2021
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    The story was riveting and progressed at a very good rate, but there were several pages missing from the last chapters, as a result it is unclear how the story completely ends.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Book
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 17, 2024
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    Another fantastic book from this author, 2d time of reading this series. As I wait for more of his book's to be published, would be nice if he wrote quicker. Haha
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  • Rob Wilson
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another Hit
    Reviewed in Canada on March 31, 2021
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    Mr. Holmberg has written another fine book. I enjoyed the book thoroughly. I can’t wait to read more in this series and indeed more of his books.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Good read
    Reviewed in Australia on July 4, 2021
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    The book had you entertained through out the story and kept you reading to the end to see what happens next in the series of books.
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  • Cyrus
    4.0 out of 5 stars A worthy sequel
    Reviewed in Australia on April 12, 2021
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    More of the same, which is certainly not a bad thing! If you enjoyed the first book this one will scratch the same itch.
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  • Gary Williams
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    Reviewed in Canada on January 5, 2023
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    A good read characters well developed.
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