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3.98 AVERAGE
3.98 AVERAGE
This book... this duology... is heartbreaking, atmospheric, and full of emotion. Also known as one of the best series of all time.
In B1, the dedication influenced the whole tone of the story, throwing us into a world that we KNOW is going to break our hearts on the journey. The dedication here is definitely not heartbreaking, so the tone of this book is not as sad, lighter but still regretful. If you compare the covers of the books side-by-side, then you will also see that Fable has a more solemn cover than Namesake, which looks a little hopeful.
Fable (the character) has a wonderful perspective. I'm never tired looking through her lens, and that is hard to do. Usually, I get bored of a character if I'm in their head for too long. But Young's style of writing catches me, and I really feel like I'm on a ship with the daughter of the most powerful trader in the Narrows.
At the end of B1, I was terrified for the crew of the Marigold, but I'm so glad that they got what they wanted, Willa especially. I think that the ending for the characters was deserved, and no one deserved it more than Fable.
In this duology, I really like how Fable doesn't like to take nonsense from people, but she does it in a quiet way. She doesn't interrupt or yell at anybody, she doesn't flaunt her power. She just... knows what she wants, when she wants it, and she doesn't like to let anyone stop her. She knows how to protect herself, but at the same time... she's just a girl trying to survive.
I also definitely have a soft spot for her dynamic with her father. I don't want her to lose him! In every scene I saw him in, I just was begging, "Please... don't leave her. LOVE HER." I also cried a little, even though the ending wasn't that sad. I just needed Saint to pick Fable. I needed it. They both suffered so much, and at the end, they came back together, to pick each other up. I love their relationship, and how Fable keeps hoping for Saint to show up. Every scene Saint is in is an amazing scene.
Surprisingly, the romance was not the best part of the book for me. While I like West, the best part of the book was watching Fable and her father heal, and to me, that drove home the story more than the romance ever did.
For me, this book was a wonderful chance for healing. Namesake is about finding family again, and gathering the strength to keep them when you have them. Thank you, Young, for such a beautiful story.
In B1, the dedication influenced the whole tone of the story, throwing us into a world that we KNOW is going to break our hearts on the journey. The dedication here is definitely not heartbreaking, so the tone of this book is not as sad, lighter but still regretful. If you compare the covers of the books side-by-side, then you will also see that Fable has a more solemn cover than Namesake, which looks a little hopeful.
Fable (the character) has a wonderful perspective. I'm never tired looking through her lens, and that is hard to do. Usually, I get bored of a character if I'm in their head for too long. But Young's style of writing catches me, and I really feel like I'm on a ship with the daughter of the most powerful trader in the Narrows.
At the end of B1, I was terrified for the crew of the Marigold, but I'm so glad that they got what they wanted, Willa especially. I think that the ending for the characters was deserved, and no one deserved it more than Fable.
In this duology, I really like how Fable doesn't like to take nonsense from people, but she does it in a quiet way. She doesn't interrupt or yell at anybody, she doesn't flaunt her power. She just... knows what she wants, when she wants it, and she doesn't like to let anyone stop her. She knows how to protect herself, but at the same time... she's just a girl trying to survive.
I also definitely have a soft spot for her dynamic with her father. I don't want her to lose him! In every scene I saw him in, I just was begging, "Please... don't leave her. LOVE HER." I also cried a little, even though the ending wasn't that sad. I just needed Saint to pick Fable. I needed it. They both suffered so much, and at the end, they came back together, to pick each other up. I love their relationship, and how Fable keeps hoping for Saint to show up. Every scene Saint is in is an amazing scene.
Surprisingly, the romance was not the best part of the book for me. While I like West, the best part of the book was watching Fable and her father heal, and to me, that drove home the story more than the romance ever did.
For me, this book was a wonderful chance for healing. Namesake is about finding family again, and gathering the strength to keep them when you have them. Thank you, Young, for such a beautiful story.
adventurous
emotional
fast-paced
I like it! Obviously! It takes only one and a half day for me to finish this so meaning im liking it!
I love the whole Marigold crew! Of course Fable and West! And it will be better if there is a little side story for the rest of the crew. The adventure is great, phasing not so fast not so slow..just the right timing! Writing is so dreamy especially the details about the sea and its surrounding, so lyrical. Is it me that notice Fable loves to bite her inner cheek? I mean is that a thing? Anyway over all i like it. But if you’ll compare the first and the second i will choose the first one. But hey all is well, and its all goooood.
I love the whole Marigold crew! Of course Fable and West! And it will be better if there is a little side story for the rest of the crew. The adventure is great, phasing not so fast not so slow..just the right timing! Writing is so dreamy especially the details about the sea and its surrounding, so lyrical. Is it me that notice Fable loves to bite her inner cheek? I mean is that a thing? Anyway over all i like it. But if you’ll compare the first and the second i will choose the first one. But hey all is well, and its all goooood.
adventurous
mysterious
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:
No
adventurous
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
adventurous
challenging
mysterious
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
adventurous
emotional
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Fable makes a series of greenwashed “selfless” decisions that result in everyone else being miserable for almost 500 pages.
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
While this book didn't capture my imagination quite as thoroughly as Fable, I still thoroughly enjoyed it and had trouble putting it down.
As with Fable, the pacing was great, it was action-packed and included enough twists to keep you guessing. I enjoyed Fable's development as a character but really wanted to see more of her grandmother and how their dynamic could have developed.
This was a perfect end to the duology but I really hope that Adrienne Young comes back to this world in the future. I'd love an adult Fable who has successfully set up jet trade business dealing with a new adventure.
As with Fable, the pacing was great, it was action-packed and included enough twists to keep you guessing. I enjoyed Fable's development as a character but really wanted to see more of her grandmother and how their dynamic could have developed.
This was a perfect end to the duology but I really hope that Adrienne Young comes back to this world in the future. I'd love an adult Fable who has successfully set up jet trade business dealing with a new adventure.
A thrilling and emotional conclusion to the Fable duology! Namesake pulled me right back into its richly crafted world of sea-swept intrigue, dangerous secrets, and the ever-present pull of identity and belonging. Adrienne Young’s writing continues to shine with vivid imagery and atmospheric worldbuilding—I could practically feel the salt in the air and the tension on deck.
One of the highlights for me was the found family dynamic. The relationships felt raw and real, and I was genuinely invested in the crew’s journey. While I adored most of the characters and their development, there were a few moments—especially involving the crew’s reactions—that felt a little overblown or unnecessarily drawn out. Some chapters dragged a bit in pacing, which occasionally disrupted the momentum.
Still, the emotional payoff was worth it. Fable’s journey is one of grit, loyalty, and discovering your own strength, and this book brought her arc to a satisfying and heartfelt close.