by Robert E. Howard
About this book
Witch Shall Be Born by Robert E. Howard hurls listeners into a sand-swept kingdom where a beloved queen is secretly replaced by a monstrous twin and civilization teeters on the brink of sacrilege and terror. Set in the small but rich realm of Khauran, Howard’s haunting tale follows the loyal captain of the guard as he confronts witchcraft, ritual sacrifice, and a conspiracy that turns neighbor against neighbor. The narrative crackles with pulse-quickening action, dark mysticism, and vividly drawn scenes of desert cruelty and courtly intrigue.
A product of the pulp era, this work showcases Howard’s influence on sword-and-sorcery and early speculative fiction: muscular prose, mythic stakes, and relentless momentum. Themes of identity, corruption, vengeance, and raw heroism run throughout without straying into cliché, and Howard’s compact storytelling makes every brutal twist land with impact.
Perfect for fans of classic pulp fiction, sword-and-sorcery, and listeners who enjoy fast-paced, atmospheric audiobooks with a dark edge. If you crave gritty heroes, macabre sorcery, and old-school adventure, Witch Shall Be Born is a vivid, unforgettable listen.
