• The Devil's Lair

  • The Gryphon Chronicles, Book 9
  • By: E.G. Foley
  • Narrated by: Jake Benson
  • Length: 27 hrs and 59 mins
  • 4.9 out of 5 stars (35 ratings)

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The Devil's Lair

By: E.G. Foley
Narrated by: Jake Benson
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One Night. One Mission. One Destiny.

In a world plunged into chaos by dark magic and monstrous creatures, destiny awaits Jake Everton in the scorched sands of Karakum, where the Black Fortress, stronghold of the Dark Druids, looms over a fiery crater, holding captive countless agents of the Order—including Jake’s own parents. If they’re still alive.

Once an orphaned street urchin, now a brave thirteen-year-old warrior with incredible powers, Jake must venture into the heart of darkness to save them. With his fearless Gryphon and his loyal band of friends (who refuse to be left behind!), the bold young adventurers will face monstrous trials and magical mayhem.

In this pulse-pounding installment of The Gryphon Chronicles, secrets will be revealed, courage will be tested, and sacrifices will be made. The path is fraught with peril, but Jake must break the power of the sorcerer-king and will stop at nothing to reunite his family.

Prepare for an unforgettable adventure that will keep young and old alike on the edge of their seats. Will Jake and his friends triumph over evil? Or will the desert’s flames consume everything they hold dear?

Join Jake on his most thrilling quest yet—for time is running out, and the battle for everything begins now.

©2023 E.G. Foley (P)2024 E.G. Foley

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I just loved The Devil's Lair!

The story of Jake and his friends continues. This book has a wonderful storyline. Jake Benson's performance of the characters in this book brings the story to life. He makes this story fun to listen to. Jake and his friends once again get dragged into dangerous situations. War between good and evil. Who will come off the conquerer? This action-packed book is the 9th book in a series that will keep you on the edge of your seat. You will fall in love with the characters in this story. I can't wait for their next book! This book series is a must listen too. Let your adventure with Jake and his friends begin!

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A Wonderful Ending

This was the best book of the series. A total delight. Thank you for such a terrific ending to a very enjoyable series.

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All the feels

This story is great and ties up all the dangling plot lines. The narrator is fantastic. His characters are excellent and his voice is soothing, a must in an audiobook.

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The Best so far. A Great listen

It just keeps getting better and better. I enjoyed listening to the new book by EG Folley, "The Devil's Lair," and found it to be more than worth the wait. I discovered the series about Five years ago and purchased the first book. I fell in love with the series and could not get enough. I have enjoyed listening and relistening it and was looking forward to seeing how they ended the series. The Folleys have done a great job keeping the readers spellbound in this book. I could not put this quit listening to this book; I had to keep listening it until I finished it. I highly recommend it if you have enjoyed the earlier book or have not read any of this series. This is an excellent series for children or just children at heart.
While this book ends this part of the series, it promises to continue to do more significant and exciting things. Many answers come in this book that have been previewed in previous books, and I always wondered what would happen with them. The Foleys have done a great job setting up clues in previous books and then tying them all together in this last book while previewing future books.
Jake has outdone himself with the reading of this book. He just gets better and better with each book reads. His reading made me not want to quit listening to this book.
I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys fantasy stories or is looking for an excellent, fun series to read.
I voluntarily read an Advanced Review Copy of this book, and the views expressed are my honest opinions.

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Sinusoidal Waves of Action in this Installment that Keeps Your Heart Racing!

Many threads are resolved as the climax of Jake Everton's journey in facing his destiny reaches its height! Oh, but surprises await as to how the journey unfolds, not only for Jake and his friends but all of man and magic-kind. This book has it all: action, drama, love, sadness, fear, loneliness, empathy, and uncertainty. Every detail of the setting and pertinent background of the character is shared to encapsulate the essence of the moment, so that you are invested into the story and enamored at the next stunt that the kids pull off or at the tricks Wyvern unleashes onto the Order. This installment is beautifully crafted, not only to deliver the outcome of the war, but also to lead into a new world with a sense of new beginnings, opportunities and growth. The excitement and driving momentum of the story could not have been enhanced any better than with Narrator Jake Benson at the helm. Benson is truly a master of voices, and now evident as a master singer as well! As a long- standing fan of the Gryphon Chronicles, this book is by far the best yet - both thrilling, thought-provoking and imaginative. I am highly confident readers will utterly love reading this book! I did!!!!

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WOW!!!

OMG!! Action from cover to cover. Lots of laughs and even some tears but a whole lot of Wows!! The whole series has been one amazing story after another but this book blew me out of the water (or desert is more like it haha). HIGHLY recommend this series!!

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Narration plus story equals FUN!

This was the 9th book in the Gryphon Chronicles series and focused mainly on the war between good and evil, or as stated in the book, the Order and the Dark Druids. Don't even try to read this as a stand-alone. Start with Book One- The Lost Heir, focusing on a 12 yr old homeless pickpocket named Jake and his friend Dani who helps him survive in Victorian London. You'll love it no matter what age you are.

First what I didn't like:

1. Not much actually. The book was probably longer than it needed to be, but then again, I like detail, so I didn't mind too much.
2. People being eaten while alive seems a little too much violence for a middle school reader

What I liked:

1. Almost all of the characters that we've been introduced to in the previous 8 books were included in this book. We get to see how the characters grow and develop and their relationship to one another.

2. Some major plot lines that were introduced in the first book were finally resolved.
In fact, if the author had wanted, this easily could have been the last book in the series. But the author decided to tantalize us with fun and fresh new plot threads for us to follow into future books.

3. The Narration! Jake Benson is so good! He really brings the characters to life. I love his voice for the spider Malwort. Hilarious!

Sorry that I can't tell the story, but it would be all full of spoilers!

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I was left with a good mix of emotions

I absolutely love love LOVE this whole series front to back! Hands down forever be recommending you truly become immersed in this magical side of Victorian England!

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What a fantastic climax to this Griffin Chronicles series, a wonderful fantasy adventure.

I just love this entire series. It is a wonderful fantasy adventure written for junior high age But not unlike The harry potter series or lord of the rings , the hobbit , alice in wonderland It stands up very well within within the enjoyment of this sixty one year old man who has always loved mystery adventure and fictional fantasy.
I highly recommended each book as they builds upon the other. E G Foley has created a wonderful, historic, adventure world that runs next to reality; with magical beings, human beings and a classic good versus evil story that holds one at the edge of their seats.
Thank you so much E G Foley for taking me along on this trip and narrator Jake for helping to paint a wonderful picture that comes to life.
I give this series 5 stars. you will not be disappointed.
Dale

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Another fantastic addition to this adventure!!!

I have been reading this series for a long time and now share it with my nieces and nephews! This chapter in Jake and his families adventures is thrilling and eventful.The narrator does a wonderful job bringing characters to life and the authors keep the story lively and enjoyable

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