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mdlnnttng's review
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
somasunshine's review against another edition
4.0
An epic finale. I love that we came full circle and got to read from Andi's POV again.
deaniewink's review against another edition
3.0
Oof this was a hard one to read. The story was good but it was definitely darker and deeper than the previous stories. It was hard to see Andi struggle so much and it was definitely one of those books where I wanted to crawl into the pages and throttle so many of the characters lol.
It was a nice way to wrap everything up and I’m glad there was a HEA. I’ll be sad to say goodbye to this series, I just have the last novella to go.
It was a nice way to wrap everything up and I’m glad there was a HEA. I’ll be sad to say goodbye to this series, I just have the last novella to go.
blodeuedd's review against another edition
3.0
I liked reading on my phone a few books ago, but now, I always love print more! Oh do not listen to me, I was too lazy to put it on my reader. So it took me like a month! I know right, slow reader here.
Back to business!!
Omg why is Rayfe so weird. That is honestly my thought for most of the book. Why is Rayfe such a weirdo! Book 1, people! Book 1! They were so right and now they are so right, and it broke me!
Other than weirdo Rayfe, there were actually a plot too. Those evil mofos Deyrr, Dasnarians, that evil Sorceress are coming to kill everyone. So everyone has to band together to bring them down, which means everyone from previous books show up.
So the end finally came. I did feel that maybe they did not have to make a list of who ws for them and who was against, but other than that it was quite the ride and omg Rayfe, it had me so worried. I was all what is happppppening?!
Back to business!!
Omg why is Rayfe so weird. That is honestly my thought for most of the book. Why is Rayfe such a weirdo! Book 1, people! Book 1! They were so right and now they are so right, and it broke me!
Other than weirdo Rayfe, there were actually a plot too. Those evil mofos Deyrr, Dasnarians, that evil Sorceress are coming to kill everyone. So everyone has to band together to bring them down, which means everyone from previous books show up.
So the end finally came. I did feel that maybe they did not have to make a list of who ws for them and who was against, but other than that it was quite the ride and omg Rayfe, it had me so worried. I was all what is happppppening?!
timitra's review against another edition
4.0
Rated 4.5 Stars
The Fate of the Tala was a great conclusion to the series. There's action, adventure, love and so much. Although it mainly focused on Andi and Rayfe all the characters from previous played a role in this one which I loved. I loved catching up with them all and seeing glimpses into their future but most of all I loved that the dangling threads were tied up. I definitely recommend this series.
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The Fate of the Tala was a great conclusion to the series. There's action, adventure, love and so much. Although it mainly focused on Andi and Rayfe all the characters from previous played a role in this one which I loved. I loved catching up with them all and seeing glimpses into their future but most of all I loved that the dangling threads were tied up. I definitely recommend this series.
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tales_of_a_bookbug's review against another edition
5.0
Finally got around to reading the last book in one of my favorite fantasy romance series! The Fate of the Tala by Jeffe Kennedy was an amazing conclusion to the whole Twelve Kingdoms series and the spin-off books! Everything has come full circle in this one!
We started off with the story of Andi in The Mark of the Tala, and while we followed her sisters and other characters in the subsequent books, we get to end it with her again! And I loved experiencing it!
To be completely honest, Ursula used to be my favorite of the three sisters especially after The Talon of the Hawk, but after reading this one I think I love Andi more now!❣️
It's been amazing seeing her develop from an unsure princess to a formidable sorceress and queen for the Tala! Jeffe Kennedy has a knack for writing such beautiful, vibrant characters who are so real and human! I loved watching Andi navigate her personal relationships and overcome her fears and doubts!
The sisterly bonds are strong in this one and that's one of my favorites! The banter between them added some sweet moments to the story!
I don't want to give any spoilers away, but I loved watching all the characters come together and fight the threat of Deyrr in this one! I loved the magical fight scenes!
I was slightly disappointed with Rayfe in the begining, but I quickly caught up on what was happening and I think he more than made up for things by the end!
My only complaint is that I want more!
I'm sorry, but I really can't believe that this series is over! I need to spend more time with my favorite characters! I desperately wish we get to visit them again!(Please? Maybe another spin off in the distant future?)
We started off with the story of Andi in The Mark of the Tala, and while we followed her sisters and other characters in the subsequent books, we get to end it with her again! And I loved experiencing it!
To be completely honest, Ursula used to be my favorite of the three sisters especially after The Talon of the Hawk, but after reading this one I think I love Andi more now!❣️
It's been amazing seeing her develop from an unsure princess to a formidable sorceress and queen for the Tala! Jeffe Kennedy has a knack for writing such beautiful, vibrant characters who are so real and human! I loved watching Andi navigate her personal relationships and overcome her fears and doubts!
The sisterly bonds are strong in this one and that's one of my favorites! The banter between them added some sweet moments to the story!
I don't want to give any spoilers away, but I loved watching all the characters come together and fight the threat of Deyrr in this one! I loved the magical fight scenes!
I was slightly disappointed with Rayfe in the begining, but I quickly caught up on what was happening and I think he more than made up for things by the end!
My only complaint is that I want more!
I'm sorry, but I really can't believe that this series is over! I need to spend more time with my favorite characters! I desperately wish we get to visit them again!(Please? Maybe another spin off in the distant future?)
diaryofthebookdragon's review
3.0
A big finale + time for Andi and Rayfe to clear up their problems.
Somehow I felt like the plot in this book is running around in circles. Not my favorite in this series. I am glad that it's (hopefully) finally over.
Somehow I felt like the plot in this book is running around in circles. Not my favorite in this series. I am glad that it's (hopefully) finally over.
alexiachantel's review against another edition
5.0
It's wonderful when a series concludes with a book that keeps you on edge as the characters walk the last of their dark, dangerous path, and THE FATE OF THE TALA does just that!
This last book brings all the familiar faces together for one last stand off. Andi and Rayfe started it all in THE MARK OF THE TALA and they are the POVs at the end, which is pure genius on Kennedy's part IMO. And I loved how we got to see them as a married couple, struggling with a baby on the way and their world nearly being torn apart.
If you enjoy fantasy romance with incredible world building and characters, start with book one and hang on for a fantastic ride!
This last book brings all the familiar faces together for one last stand off. Andi and Rayfe started it all in THE MARK OF THE TALA and they are the POVs at the end, which is pure genius on Kennedy's part IMO. And I loved how we got to see them as a married couple, struggling with a baby on the way and their world nearly being torn apart.
If you enjoy fantasy romance with incredible world building and characters, start with book one and hang on for a fantastic ride!
audiobookmel's review against another edition
5.0
4.5 stars
Review originally posted at BooksOfMyHeart.net.
This is the final book in The Twelve Kingdoms series, which also includes The Uncharted Realms and closely ties to The Chronicles of Dasnaria. I do feel you really should read the entire series in either chronological or publication order in order to understand the series best. But even more so for this book, because it brings everything together in the end.
While all the previous books bring a new couple together, this book follows Andromeda, or Andi. She’s the one who is fated to win this war that has been building throughout the series. She also has to do this while being very pregnant, which has her husband extremely on edge because the Tala have difficulties with pregnancies.
I really liked how we got to spend a little bit of time with all the different couples from previous books and how all of them had a part in winning this war. Every single one of them was necessary, even if it was Andi who did a lot of the heavy lifting.
This has been a really fun series. Parts of it can be pretty dark, but overall, it is a fantasy romance series, so while dark in places, there is a lot of love too. There is also a lot with family, not just blood family, but also the family you create throughout your life. The characters in this story are wonderful. I really wanted to root for them throughout the series. I highly recommend, if you haven’t read this series, to pick up The Mark of the Tala and give it a try.
**I'd like to thank the author for providing me with a copy of this audiobook in exchange for an honest review.
Review originally posted at BooksOfMyHeart.net.
This is the final book in The Twelve Kingdoms series, which also includes The Uncharted Realms and closely ties to The Chronicles of Dasnaria. I do feel you really should read the entire series in either chronological or publication order in order to understand the series best. But even more so for this book, because it brings everything together in the end.
While all the previous books bring a new couple together, this book follows Andromeda, or Andi. She’s the one who is fated to win this war that has been building throughout the series. She also has to do this while being very pregnant, which has her husband extremely on edge because the Tala have difficulties with pregnancies.
I really liked how we got to spend a little bit of time with all the different couples from previous books and how all of them had a part in winning this war. Every single one of them was necessary, even if it was Andi who did a lot of the heavy lifting.
This has been a really fun series. Parts of it can be pretty dark, but overall, it is a fantasy romance series, so while dark in places, there is a lot of love too. There is also a lot with family, not just blood family, but also the family you create throughout your life. The characters in this story are wonderful. I really wanted to root for them throughout the series. I highly recommend, if you haven’t read this series, to pick up The Mark of the Tala and give it a try.
“It’s an unfortunate fact of life that we often behave the worst to those who love us best, simply because we trust that they’ll understand and forgive.”
She sat back and studied me. “How did it go? Successfully, according to early reports, but you look tired.”
“One day people will stop telling me I look tired,” I replied wryly.
“Better than people saying you look dead,” Dafne commented, not looking up from what she was reading.
**I'd like to thank the author for providing me with a copy of this audiobook in exchange for an honest review.