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cosymidlifebooknook's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
💬 My Bookish Thoughts
In the final installment, we follow Amara's journey in Pompeii with her new patron, Demetrius, as she builds her own empire to ensure her daughter Rufina's safety. Rufina, believed to be Amara's ex-patron Rufus's daughter, is back in Pompeii under the care of her mother's friends Julia and Livia and her real father, Philos, Amara's ex-lover.
I won't say more to avoid spoilers.
Elodie Harper is a genius. She had me gritting my teeth with the tension from the twists and turns in the incredible plot. Beautifully written, it vividly depicts the trials of slaves, courtesans,and the unjust luxury of the rich in ancient Rome and Pompeii. This book is an emotional rollercoaster.
The entire series, especially this final book, surpassed my expectations. This series is in my top 5 favorites ever.
If you love historical fiction and want to learn about ancient Rome, the demise of Pompeii or are seeking an incredible series about girl power, then The Wolf Den Trilogy is for you. Your life and mind will be richer for it..
Thank you Elodie for writing this incredible trilogy and expanding my world history and heart 💞🙏🏼
Big thanks again Tandem Collective, Head of Zeus and Elodie Harper for the gifted copy in return for an honest review. 🙏🏼
In the final installment, we follow Amara's journey in Pompeii with her new patron, Demetrius, as she builds her own empire to ensure her daughter Rufina's safety. Rufina, believed to be Amara's ex-patron Rufus's daughter, is back in Pompeii under the care of her mother's friends Julia and Livia and her real father, Philos, Amara's ex-lover.
I won't say more to avoid spoilers.
Elodie Harper is a genius. She had me gritting my teeth with the tension from the twists and turns in the incredible plot. Beautifully written, it vividly depicts the trials of slaves, courtesans,and the unjust luxury of the rich in ancient Rome and Pompeii. This book is an emotional rollercoaster.
The entire series, especially this final book, surpassed my expectations. This series is in my top 5 favorites ever.
If you love historical fiction and want to learn about ancient Rome, the demise of Pompeii or are seeking an incredible series about girl power, then The Wolf Den Trilogy is for you. Your life and mind will be richer for it..
Thank you Elodie for writing this incredible trilogy and expanding my world history and heart 💞🙏🏼
Big thanks again Tandem Collective, Head of Zeus and Elodie Harper for the gifted copy in return for an honest review. 🙏🏼
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence
Moderate: Sexual assault, Slavery, Sexual violence, Physical abuse, and Emotional abuse
withlivjones's review against another edition
dark
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I have no words. What a perfect, satisfying ending to what might be my favourite trilogy of all time. I love Amara and Philos, I love all the other strong women in the story, I love to hate Felix and I’m so glad he got exactly what he deserved , I cried several times, and these characters will be living rent-free in my brain for the rest of time - I’m about to get real annoying because I genuinely will never shut up about this trilogy. Also, do I smell a spin-off??? Huge if true
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief, Misogyny, Murder, Slavery, and Death
Moderate: Injury/Injury detail and Blood
Minor: Child death and Miscarriage
hanrutmoe's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
One of the best series finales I have read. This trilogy has been an extremely enjoyable read that has kept me interested every step of the way. All the characters have great depth and the world building really transports you to ancient Italy. Definitely recommend.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Slavery, Death, Domestic abuse, Misogyny, and Fire/Fire injury
ninjamuse's review against another edition
dark
emotional
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexism, Slavery, Murder, Sexual harassment, and Grief
Minor: Trafficking
missleihzel's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Everything I've ever wanted in a historical fiction novel. This is exactly why I fell in love with historical fiction in the first place.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Domestic abuse, Physical abuse, Grief, Violence, and Slavery
laurajeangrace's review against another edition
dark
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Slavery, Violence, Death, and Murder
Moderate: Child death and Sexual violence
Minor: Vomit and Pregnancy
acarballo's review against another edition
hopeful
informative
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Slavery
Minor: Miscarriage and Sexual violence
caelfind's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Slavery, Death, Sexual harassment, and Misogyny
Moderate: Violence, Injury/Injury detail, Trafficking, Sexual assault, Emotional abuse, Sexual content, and Grief
Minor: Miscarriage
elee2013's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Oh I’m sorry to see this series end! Such a complicated, interesting, emotional story.
The bad first: the pacing in this final book is different than the first 2. There were interesting threads that were only a couple chapters, then we moved on. I would have liked more Rome/Pompeii corssover.
The good!! Amara, as always! She is so powerful when she choses to be. I’m so proud of her for finally, FINALLY, cutting the final bits of cord between her and Felix. I view their relationship as a woman trying to escape a violent abusive husband, and it continued to take so much from her even after she escaped him physically.
The relationships between the women. They’re so supportive and loving! Women holding each other up. Rufina is a glorious little person.
Finally, the description of Vesuvius’ eruption, the escape, and briefly, the refugee experience! Really fascinating.
Content warning for natural disaster: earthquakes and aftershocks, tsunamis, volcanic eruptions, fire/ash, refugee crisis.
The bad first: the pacing in this final book is different than the first 2. There were interesting threads that were only a couple chapters, then we moved on. I would have liked more Rome/Pompeii corssover.
The good!! Amara, as always! She is so powerful when she choses to be. I’m so proud of her for finally, FINALLY, cutting the final bits of cord between her and Felix. I view their relationship as a woman trying to escape a violent abusive husband, and it continued to take so much from her even after she escaped him physically.
The relationships between the women. They’re so supportive and loving! Women holding each other up. Rufina is a glorious little person.
Finally, the description of Vesuvius’ eruption, the escape, and briefly, the refugee experience! Really fascinating.
Content warning for natural disaster: earthquakes and aftershocks, tsunamis, volcanic eruptions, fire/ash, refugee crisis.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Slavery
annatollia's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
informative
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
A satisfying conclusion to The Wolf Den trilogy. One again, Elodie Harper delivers a beautiful narrative that is rich with emotion and historical accuracy. 10/10 would recommend the The Wolf Den trilogy!!!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexism, Slavery, and Violence
Moderate: Classism
Minor: Miscarriage
Themes of trauma