The Raven Boys (The Raven Cycle, Book 1)

Written by Maggie Stiefvater

Narrated by Will Patton

FORMAT: UNABRIDGED

Legend holds that Glendower, a vanished Welsh king, sleeps beneath the hills until he's needed. The first person to find him will be granted a wish - either by seeing him open his eyes, or by cutting out his heart.

Gansey has it all - family money, a car, time for extracurriculars and friends - but he's always loved the tales of sleeping kings. He thinks he's found one too, or at least the area where one might be: in the town of Henrietta, VA. And the best way to be there is to attend prestigious Aglionby Academy for Boys.

Blue is the daughter of the town psychic in Henrietta, Virginia, but is too practical to believe in things like spirits or true love. Her policy is to stay away from Aglionby boys...but it may be that one in particular can change her mind about magic, and maybe even love.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Scholastic
• Release date: Sep 18, 2012
• ISBN: 9780545530491

Maggie Stiefvater

After a tumultuous past as a history major, calligraphy instructor, wedding musician, technical editor, and equestrian artist, Maggie Stiefvater is now a full-time writer and New York Times bestselling author of the Shiver trilogy, The Scorpio Races, and The Raven Boys. Her debut series, the Books of Faerie, is published by Flux. Maggie lives in the middle of nowhere, Virginia, with her charmingly straight-laced husband, two kids, four neurotic dogs, and a 1973 Camaro named Loki. Follow her on Twitter at @mstiefvater, and visit her online at www.maggiestiefvater.com.

Reviews for The Raven Boys (The Raven Cycle, Book 1)

[Maryke Labuschagne · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Great book full of mystery and adventure. it reminded me of the mystery/adventure novels I used to read as a kid

[Nur Ilyana · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

I'm just so in love with Blue and the four Raven boys

[Laury Leigh · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

this book has been on my to read list for a long time and I’m so glad I actually picked it up. the story was very fluid and had many twists and turns, the development of characters was both shocking and wonderful. I love their relationships with one another, I quickly became fond of the characters themselves and can’t wait to continue with the series!!

[Nathaniel Hudson · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This is an awesome book. Highly recommend it and has unexpected twists

[Brea · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

An incredible cast of characters each shine their own light in this strong first installment of a series I cannot wait to continue.

[Angel Lambert · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

It was okay. Not bad. Not my fav. But it was still a bit enjoyable.

[Jasmin Llamas · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This book made me cry it made me think there was hope and it is such a good book but it made me cry between every single line.

[Victoria Edelsbrunner · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I'd previously tried the author's Shiver series and couldn't get on with it, but enjoyed this loads more. Starts a bit slow but it's really worth sticking with. The narrator has quite a strong accent but you learn over time that it's entirely appropriate for the story. Recommended!

[genevieve · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

very good can't wait to read the next one, like damn.

[Christina Abney · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I seem to be really picky when it comes to narrators, but I loved this one. Good story, good voicing.

[Alexis Taylor · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Absolutely wonderful, I love these characters and the world that this Author has created. The nareation is wonderful, his voice is unparalleled. Absolutely perfect. I love this and can't wait to roll into the next story.

[Jade Gage · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This is one of the best series-openers I've ever read. The mystery unfolds gently, while surreptitiously introducing a memorable cast of characters. Stiefvater's wry humor comes through clearly in her characters' voices and thoughts, particularly Ronan Lynch and Blue Sargent. All of the characters, even those only occasionally mentioned, are so well developed that I expect to bump into them on a random Tuesday. And on that Tuesday, I would gladly join the adventure.

[Amanda Brockmann · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

The story itself is pretty good. But this particular recording must be missing chunks. It seems to skip quite a bit. Regardless of if I’m on or offline, downloaded or not.

[Trishna Namchoom Kulshrestha · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

the story has a slow start but the ending I just too good. I am glad I have strated this book now and all the rest of the books in the series is already out! the Audio book was also very good

[Louise · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

I loved listening to the audiobook of this ' was so magical' this is definitely a book I would love to read physically and keep rereading cant wait to get to book 2

[Celie Wright · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I’m so totally in love with this book. Going to purchase the next one immediately!! ?

[Tiffani Smith · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This book gave me goosebumps just reading it. It was so ominous and atmospheric at times. I really loved reading this book, all the characters fit together like a worn in puzzle. The fit perfectly with the words on the page.

I don’t know if I could pick a favourite character right now, I feel like I’m just getting to know everyone. I will say though, that Chainsaw is an excellent pet name that I may steal in the future.

[Abigail C · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Wasn’t particularly invested or hooked for a little more than half, the narrator sounded angry most of the time. But what an ending!!

[Jane · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

It was fun, especially towards the end, a bit slow to start

[Alisha Lopez · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

The book was okay. I loved the narrator. He did a amazing job.

[michelle larsen · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

This was the first audiobook I’ve managed to complete, as I am extremely picky with narrators, so I found this one to be pretty good. Recommend for those who are into the mysterious and peculiar ;)

[jimalion · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

I went into this not knowing what it was about. I wanted to be surprised. And boy was I surprised! I loved every minute of this book. But the ending!!!! It had me SHOOK!!!

[Jennifer · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This book is so good. It's magical, almost musical. I love all of these characters so much. Blue is such an interesting character. I love seeing her grow and learn throughout this series!

[CORA BILLINGSLY · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Spectacular book, & series. The description doesn't do it justice. It's suspenseful, sweet and has such amazing characters, I can't recommend it enough.

[Shalini Nanayakkara · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

A well thought out, captivating first tale with fantastic, memorable characters. Amazing narration by Will Patton as well, so emotive! Truly unique and quietly hilarious, I don't think this book gets enough hype.

[Desiree Kaslavage · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Really loved this book. I cannot wait to continue the series. This book was very different than I thought it was going to be.

[Elisa Leontovich · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

The audio version was good, I believe the narrator, Will Paxton, did an excellent job of the various characters. Unfortunately I listened to this book during working hours and found myself not being able to follow along and I had to re-listen to several chapters. I will update my review of this book when I read the book

[dargniansky pierre · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

It was a hard to understand at first but it's an incredible book, the story and details we're superb

[Volando entre Letras · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

This is my first audiobook. At first it was hard to understand what was going on...but, Will is such a good narrator! I loved his work? As a book, I must say I was hooked on the story from the very first page...I think my excitement just grew and grew, but in the end I was kinda disapointed test some things I was expecting never happened?

[Claire Humphrey · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

The narrator had really great character and tone to his voice so that accompanied with fantastic writing the story was amazing and came to life. Absolutely adored this book