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adventurous
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Honestly, I thought it would end up taking me longer than 27 days to read this. What a big, daunting book lol (I wasn't really in a long fantasy books era but maybe now I'm back?). I wish I had taken notes as I read in order to write a better review.
I think A Conjuring of Light sometimes suffered from things working out a little too conveniently. I could probably conjure up a list of things that seemed a little too unrealistic continuity-wise, or that don't hold up to scrutiny (I mean, what do you mean Lila killed a competitor in this tournament that is supposed to be symbolic of the peace between nations, and then never has any consequence for it???). But, if you suspend disbelief just a little, it's a fun, action-packed conclusion to this great fantasy series. Really, a lot does happen in these 600+ pages.
And, even though I say that sometimes things were a little "too convenient" for the heroes, I think there was a satisfying amount of failure and push back for the level of threat that Schwab wrote for them.
Also, Lila Bard aside, I really loved the characters here. I think, based on my appreciation for Alucard Emery and for the privateer in Leigh Bardugo's Grishaverse, I may have a certain book boyfriend type.....
I'm glad to have picked this one up.
I think A Conjuring of Light sometimes suffered from things working out a little too conveniently. I could probably conjure up a list of things that seemed a little too unrealistic continuity-wise, or that don't hold up to scrutiny (I mean, what do you mean Lila killed a competitor in this tournament that is supposed to be symbolic of the peace between nations, and then never has any consequence for it???). But, if you suspend disbelief just a little, it's a fun, action-packed conclusion to this great fantasy series. Really, a lot does happen in these 600+ pages.
And, even though I say that sometimes things were a little "too convenient" for the heroes, I think there was a satisfying amount of failure and push back for the level of threat that Schwab wrote for them.
Also, Lila Bard aside, I really loved the characters here. I think, based on my appreciation for Alucard Emery and for the privateer in Leigh Bardugo's Grishaverse, I may have a certain book boyfriend type.....
I'm glad to have picked this one up.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Death of parent
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
fast-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:
Yes
The Epic final battle of the Darker Shade of Magic series.
A must read if you like: Fantasy, LGBT+ Representation, unique magic.
This whole book felt like Final Battle of the second book.Action packed every second and tying up every loose end.
An unlikely trio, the three Antari have to band together to bring down the Shadow King.
Content Warnings: Graphic descriptions of physical violence, self harm, war depictions.
This book didn't take the turns I expected, and I LOVED how this book wrapped up the series. I love V. E. Schwab and this book didn't disappoint.
I like the dual narrators.
A must read if you like: Fantasy, LGBT+ Representation, unique magic.
This whole book felt like Final Battle of the second book.Action packed every second and tying up every loose end.
An unlikely trio, the three Antari have to band together to bring down the Shadow King.
Content Warnings: Graphic descriptions of physical violence, self harm, war depictions.
This book didn't take the turns I expected, and I LOVED how this book wrapped up the series. I love V. E. Schwab and this book didn't disappoint.
I like the dual narrators.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gore, Homophobia, Self harm, Torture, Violence, Blood, War
adventurous
dark
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:
Complicated
Gorgeous storytelling, breathtaking world, and unforgettable characters. As a series, 6 stars. Hands down.
As a finale novel, it was the perfect blend of intensity, heartache, anticipation, and a thread of hope woven somewhere in between. I wasn't really ready for it be over, but it was a seamless ending that left me satisfied even if a little sad.
As a finale novel, it was the perfect blend of intensity, heartache, anticipation, and a thread of hope woven somewhere in between. I wasn't really ready for it be over, but it was a seamless ending that left me satisfied even if a little sad.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Self harm, Blood, Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Child death, Torture, Grief
Minor: Sexual content, Suicide
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
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:
Yes
This book was long… but it felt like it was meant to be? I liked the ending
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Physical abuse, Torture, Violence, Blood, Grief, Death of parent
Moderate: Child death, Homophobia, Suicide
Minor: Domestic abuse, Sexual content, Pandemic/Epidemic
dark
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:
No
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Violence, Blood, Death of parent, Murder, War
adventurous
dark
sad
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death, Death, Suicide, Violence
Moderate: Homophobia, Self harm, Torture, Blood
Minor: Sexual content
adventurous
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
A great ending to a great trilogy. I've never ready a fantasy series that was jam packed with so much well-written action! I just really enjoyed this adventure and grew to care about all the characters so deeply. I always felt like I knew exactly where the store was going, but I 100% enjoyed the ride along the way.
Plot +1
Characters +1
Setting +1
Writing Style +1
Pacing +0.5
Themes +1
Originality +1
Emotional impact +1
Overall enjoyment +1
Ending +0.5
Plot +1
Characters +1
Setting +1
Writing Style +1
Pacing +0.5
Themes +1
Originality +1
Emotional impact +1
Overall enjoyment +1
Ending +0.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Violence, Blood
Minor: Homophobia
dark
emotional
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
“Death comes for us all. I would simply have mine mean something.”
A Conjuring of Light was my favorite of the series and it’s also the longest. I loved that we got the multiple point of view storyline again.
Rhy’s story really hooked its claws into me. I cried for his story. My favorite quote from one of his chapters: “As Rhy Maresh walked through the streets of London, a new myth was taking shape.” He had the most character growth of anyone in this book and he became such a badass in the end.
We get chapters interspersed in the plot with background for Holland. To get a glimpse behind the facade of the cold Antari magician was moving (and sad). These chapters and the chapters from Holland’s point of view made Holland into my favorite character.
There are scenes in this book that had me wishing for an alternate universe where Kell and Lila had Holland for a magic teacher. At one point Holland says something along the lines of “I can’t believe there are things you still do not know”. I cant help but think Holland would have been a perfect teacher for them both.
We end this trilogy with a lot of loss. It’s always sad to end a series and this one is no exception. I’ll miss these characters and this story but it was a good ending.
A Conjuring of Light was my favorite of the series and it’s also the longest. I loved that we got the multiple point of view storyline again.
Rhy’s story really hooked its claws into me. I cried for his story. My favorite quote from one of his chapters: “As Rhy Maresh walked through the streets of London, a new myth was taking shape.” He had the most character growth of anyone in this book and he became such a badass in the end.
We get chapters interspersed in the plot with background for Holland. To get a glimpse behind the facade of the cold Antari magician was moving (and sad). These chapters and the chapters from Holland’s point of view made Holland into my favorite character.
There are scenes in this book that had me wishing for an alternate universe where Kell and Lila had Holland for a magic teacher. At one point Holland says something along the lines of “I can’t believe there are things you still do not know”. I cant help but think Holland would have been a perfect teacher for them both.
We end this trilogy with a lot of loss. It’s always sad to end a series and this one is no exception. I’ll miss these characters and this story but it was a good ending.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body horror, Confinement, Death, Self harm, Violence, Blood, Grief, Death of parent
adventurous
dark
emotional
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Content Warnings
Graphic: Confinement, Death, Gore, Physical abuse, Slavery, Torture, Violence, Murder
Minor: Emotional abuse, Suicidal thoughts, Blood, Kidnapping, Grief, Fire/Fire injury, Abandonment, Injury/Injury detail
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I was not expecting this trilogy to end on a cliffhanger!!! This series was so good and I love this author.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Torture, Violence, Blood, War