Cassandra Clare — The Last Hours: Chain of Thorns Audiobook
Cassandra Clare’s The Last Hours: Chain of Thorns is an unabridged English audiobook narrated by Finty Williams, concluding the Last Hours series. Its 29-hour-and-55-minute runtime suits listeners looking for a long-form fantasy finale; the story follows Cordelia and her allies as Belial threatens London.
At a glance
- The concluding instalment of the Last Hours series, centred on Cordelia Carstairs and a threat to London.
- Unabridged narration by Finty Williams, with a stated listening length of nearly 30 hours.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Unabridged format preserves the full story in audio.
- A named narrator and nearly 30-hour runtime help listeners assess the format and time commitment before choosing.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 29 hours and 55 minutes |
| Language | English |
| Author | Cassandra Clare |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Finty Williams |
| Publisher | W. F. Howes Ltd |
| Publication date | 9 Mar. 2023 |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners who have followed The Last Hours and want its concluding story in audiobook form.
- Fans of fantasy stories involving Shadowhunters, demons and a group of allies facing a threat to London.
Less suited to
- Listeners seeking a short audiobook or a standalone entry point; this is presented as the series conclusion.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback describes the book as a favourite and praises its conclusion to the trilogy, engaging story and writing. Reactions to character development are mixed, and readability is not consistent: some found it hard to put down while another described it as frustrating. The 4.6 out of 5 rating from 4,736 ratings is broadly positive, but does not explain those differences; listeners should also weigh the nearly 30-hour unabridged commitment.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the story as engaging and praise its ending and writing.
Negative themes
- Readability receives some negative feedback, including a report that it was frustrating to read.
Mixed feedback
- Opinions about character development are mixed; readability reactions also differ.
Frequently asked questions
Who wrote and narrates Chain of Thorns?
The listing names Cassandra Clare as the author and Finty Williams as the narrator.
How long is this audiobook?
The stated listening length is 29 hours and 55 minutes.
Is it abridged?
The listing identifies the audiobook version as unabridged.
Is Chain of Thorns a standalone story?
It is described as the conclusion to The Last Hours series, so it is intended as the series finale.
