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caseroo7's review against another edition
4.0
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I don't read a lot of books in the fantasy genre, but I am a huge fan of K.A. Linde's. I have enjoyed this series from the start though, and with each new book in the series I find myself unable to put them down! The Consort is the third book in the Ascension series, and these need to be read in order. If you haven't already started this series and read the first two books, you will need to start at the beginning before checking this one out.
I really don't want to go into much of the story here, because I don't want to give anything away. This book picks up after where we were left at the end of The Bound. Cyrene continues to find herself in a world where nothing is as it seems and she has no idea who she can trust. She finds herself desperate and turning to the one person she shouldn't, but he is her last option. But no one is what they appear to be.
I have really liked Cyrene from the beginning of this series, even when she has frustrated me. She has always been so strong though, and I find myself relating to her. I have to say though that she has grown and changed so much over the course of these books, and honestly I love how much she has come into her own. She has been thrown so much, and yet she has managed to find a strength and push forward, doing what she has to in order to grow and adapt. K.A. Linde has done a great job with the characters in this series, and honestly I really love them and the depth they each have. No one is simple or shallow here, and I really feel like they each have so many different layers here and that we are just beginning to dig deep with some of them.
I loved that while we got answers to a lot of questions here, there were so many more that I now have. K.A. Linde has done a great job of building this unique and captivating world, and I am loving how we keep digging deeper into all the mysteries of it. Just when I think I start to figure things out, there is another twist or turn. I thought I knew exactly who I was rooting for all along, but just like Cyrene I am now questioning everything. I can't wait to see what is in store next for these characters and I will be anxiously awaiting the next installment in this series. If you are a fan of K.A. Linde's, this series is everything you know and love from her but with so much more. If you aren't used to reading fantasy, I highly recommend giving this series a chance. I don't read a lot of fantasy, and yet this series is one that I think just keeps getting better. It is worth the read and K.A. Linde's talent really shines. This series is one that shouldn't be missed.
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I don't read a lot of books in the fantasy genre, but I am a huge fan of K.A. Linde's. I have enjoyed this series from the start though, and with each new book in the series I find myself unable to put them down! The Consort is the third book in the Ascension series, and these need to be read in order. If you haven't already started this series and read the first two books, you will need to start at the beginning before checking this one out.
I really don't want to go into much of the story here, because I don't want to give anything away. This book picks up after where we were left at the end of The Bound. Cyrene continues to find herself in a world where nothing is as it seems and she has no idea who she can trust. She finds herself desperate and turning to the one person she shouldn't, but he is her last option. But no one is what they appear to be.
I have really liked Cyrene from the beginning of this series, even when she has frustrated me. She has always been so strong though, and I find myself relating to her. I have to say though that she has grown and changed so much over the course of these books, and honestly I love how much she has come into her own. She has been thrown so much, and yet she has managed to find a strength and push forward, doing what she has to in order to grow and adapt. K.A. Linde has done a great job with the characters in this series, and honestly I really love them and the depth they each have. No one is simple or shallow here, and I really feel like they each have so many different layers here and that we are just beginning to dig deep with some of them.
I loved that while we got answers to a lot of questions here, there were so many more that I now have. K.A. Linde has done a great job of building this unique and captivating world, and I am loving how we keep digging deeper into all the mysteries of it. Just when I think I start to figure things out, there is another twist or turn. I thought I knew exactly who I was rooting for all along, but just like Cyrene I am now questioning everything. I can't wait to see what is in store next for these characters and I will be anxiously awaiting the next installment in this series. If you are a fan of K.A. Linde's, this series is everything you know and love from her but with so much more. If you aren't used to reading fantasy, I highly recommend giving this series a chance. I don't read a lot of fantasy, and yet this series is one that I think just keeps getting better. It is worth the read and K.A. Linde's talent really shines. This series is one that shouldn't be missed.
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reading_with_2_book_lovers's review against another edition
5.0
These characters have really stuck with me.
I was so attached to these books I devoured them in a week.
This is book 3 of this fantasy series and I cant wait for book 4 to come out.
I was so attached to these books I devoured them in a week.
This is book 3 of this fantasy series and I cant wait for book 4 to come out.
shellysbookcorner's review against another edition
4.0
This series has really caught me by surprise and has become one of my favorites by this author. I’m very picky about YA and never read anything in the Fantasy genre but I took a chance on this series and it's been a blast! This book did not disappoint me at all! There are so many twists and turns that I honestly didn't see coming and the author completely shocked in a good way with the route that she went with this story. There were times when I had to reread a scene over again because I couldn't believe that happened! My jaw literally dropped. My opinions about certain characters has also changed as the series progresses. As always the the writing was wonderful and I loved the way the story flowed. I can't wait to see what awaits the gang in the next series!
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bookwife's review against another edition
5.0
I finished the last book in this series 2 years ago.. Thats a long freaking time. Especially since I have read 600 plus books since then. I had a really hard time remember exactly what happened.. Once I got into the book though I remembered. At least the major things.
It's hard for me to say that I liked this book the best because I honestly can't remember reading the first two. But I did LOVE this book. I have read most of Linde's books and I can say that I liked this one much better than her contemporaries. The world building is so in depth and the characters are well developed. I like how she didn't recap what happened in the last book... even though it's been forever since I read the book and I need a recap. Linde recapped what happened without actually saying this is what happened in the last one. It was fantastic and it all just flowed so well.
SO glad the next one is coming out soon
It's hard for me to say that I liked this book the best because I honestly can't remember reading the first two. But I did LOVE this book. I have read most of Linde's books and I can say that I liked this one much better than her contemporaries. The world building is so in depth and the characters are well developed. I like how she didn't recap what happened in the last book... even though it's been forever since I read the book and I need a recap. Linde recapped what happened without actually saying this is what happened in the last one. It was fantastic and it all just flowed so well.
SO glad the next one is coming out soon
sarahh2194's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
smbmar's review against another edition
5.0
This series has me enthralled. It's so dramatic and creative. I find myself hanging on every word. I'm also very impressed with the audio versions. They are worth the price! I am dying to find out how this will end!
mamabookwyrm's review against another edition
4.0
The Consort is probably one of my most anticipated books of 2017. I just couldn’t wait to get my hands on it. I was left on the edge of my seat after The Bound and I needed MORE. Linde has expertly weaved a fantastical tale full of suspense and magic that I just can’t stay away from this series. If you love epic fantasies, you will love this one. While not as beefy as a traditional epic fantasy, this series definitely has the journey, the tales, and the magic to fit right in with some of fantasy’s greatest. I had so many questions after the last book and for every question answered it seemed like three more would pop up in its place. I’m utterly enchanted by this series.
Cyrene really starts to come into her own in this installment. She’s got such strength and determination it is admirable. I swear though, every solid relationship or idea that I thought I had a grasp on got turned on its head and all topsy turvy. It’s so complicated and intricate that it really makes you think and ponder. There’s plenty of literary meat in this story for everyone to sink their teeth into. And so many emotions—anger, heartache, joy, confusion, and so on. They are all packed into this story. You really run the gamut of them. If you haven’t started this series yet, I’m telling you, you are definitely missing out.
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Cyrene really starts to come into her own in this installment. She’s got such strength and determination it is admirable. I swear though, every solid relationship or idea that I thought I had a grasp on got turned on its head and all topsy turvy. It’s so complicated and intricate that it really makes you think and ponder. There’s plenty of literary meat in this story for everyone to sink their teeth into. And so many emotions—anger, heartache, joy, confusion, and so on. They are all packed into this story. You really run the gamut of them. If you haven’t started this series yet, I’m telling you, you are definitely missing out.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.
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thewitchybibliophile's review against another edition
5.0
As this book has been my most anticipated read of 2017, K.A. Linde did not disappoint. This book blew my mind and had me devouring page by page need more and wanting answers. There were so many unbelievable moments and twists that kept you guessing.
This one picks right up after the last book and my word, Cyrene goes through so much but I love how strong her character is. The struggles she endures and how she has to move forward even though everything is falling apart around her. I honestly have been a Prince Kael fan from the start and this one just solidified it for me! This story delves so much deeper into the this world and I am dying for the next one!
I think the one thing I really love about these books by Linde is that the attention to detail and the way you get woven into the story is just unbelievable. I feel like I am watching it play out in front of me. It is so vivid and beautiful. If you have not given this series a try, do so now. You will not be disappointed. Even if it isn’t your typical genre. Please give it a try. These books are everything!
This one picks right up after the last book and my word, Cyrene goes through so much but I love how strong her character is. The struggles she endures and how she has to move forward even though everything is falling apart around her. I honestly have been a Prince Kael fan from the start and this one just solidified it for me! This story delves so much deeper into the this world and I am dying for the next one!
I think the one thing I really love about these books by Linde is that the attention to detail and the way you get woven into the story is just unbelievable. I feel like I am watching it play out in front of me. It is so vivid and beautiful. If you have not given this series a try, do so now. You will not be disappointed. Even if it isn’t your typical genre. Please give it a try. These books are everything!