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btronix's review against another edition
3.0
Loved the plot concept but it really shows how a good editor can make or break writing. In parts, it is really poorly written and then in others, the writing improves dramatically. If this kind of thing drives you mad, avoid. If you can ignore or just roll your eyes at the really clunky parts, then it’s a pleasant read. Just try not to think of what the book could have been if an editor had been involved..
ariaojou's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Book 1: Sworn to Raise (3/5⭐️)
Book 1 has a painfully slow start for such a short book. It kind of feels like a companion novel or a spin-off of an existing series, because the world building is written as if the reader should have known some of the basics already. It's nothing I haven't read before, but the characters are pretty interesting, so I would keep going - although I'm not sure if I will end up reading all 13 books.
Book 2: Sworn to Transfer (3.5/5⭐️)
The story is starting to pace up and although it takes everything in me to keep up with the number of characters that keep appearing one after another, I generally enjoy this one better than the first. I am so torn between loving Ciardis and Sebastian's platonic friendship and wanting them to just get together. But seeing as there are THIRTEEN books in this series, I assume that will take a while.
Book 3: Sworn to Conflict (3/5⭐️)
I appreciate the book pacing up, but so much was happening that I'm not sure I could follow everything. For one, I appreciate the fact that Ciardis and Sebastian's relationship progressed, only for it to be taken away again. Also, I'm getting tired of how passive Ciardis is becoming, so easily swayed. Meanwhile everyone around her lies and betrays left and right - so much so that I doubted every information this book revealed, because later on, it would become the opposite of what was told about it at the beginning. With 10 books left, who knows how much more of that I would have to endure, so I won't continue.
Book 1 has a painfully slow start for such a short book. It kind of feels like a companion novel or a spin-off of an existing series, because the world building is written as if the reader should have known some of the basics already. It's nothing I haven't read before, but the characters are pretty interesting, so I would keep going - although I'm not sure if I will end up reading all 13 books.
Book 2: Sworn to Transfer (3.5/5⭐️)
The story is starting to pace up and although it takes everything in me to keep up with the number of characters that keep appearing one after another, I generally enjoy this one better than the first. I am so torn between loving Ciardis and Sebastian's platonic friendship and wanting them to just get together. But seeing as there are THIRTEEN books in this series, I assume that will take a while.
Book 3: Sworn to Conflict (3/5⭐️)
I appreciate the book pacing up, but so much was happening that I'm not sure I could follow everything. For one, I appreciate the fact that Ciardis and Sebastian's relationship progressed, only for it to be taken away again. Also, I'm getting tired of how passive Ciardis is becoming, so easily swayed. Meanwhile everyone around her lies and betrays left and right - so much so that I doubted every information this book revealed, because later on, it would become the opposite of what was told about it at the beginning. With 10 books left, who knows how much more of that I would have to endure, so I won't continue.
charlie_meizlish's review against another edition
3.0
I think that it took a while for the writer to find her narrative voice for this series. I nearly stopped reading in the middle of the second book because it was so jarring. But I was intrigued enough by the world that was being crafted and the potential of the characters so I continued. It improves and I don’t necessarily feel like I’ve just spent my time watching a train wreck.
It kept me entertained enough to keep my mind off of world events for a time. And that’s all I really wanted.
I didn’t read this series when it first came out but I did see each book grow in popularity. My sibling picked them up as soon as they were published. So I have the entire series waiting for me should I decide to venture beyond the first box set.
It kept me entertained enough to keep my mind off of world events for a time. And that’s all I really wanted.
I didn’t read this series when it first came out but I did see each book grow in popularity. My sibling picked them up as soon as they were published. So I have the entire series waiting for me should I decide to venture beyond the first box set.
krisbethea's review against another edition
5.0
This set of 3 books are completely off the wire from the rest of the series.
It feels like the author totally changed their mind about how the series should go, so they wrote in some total science fiction ideas such as erased memories, fake people (impostors) and such.
Absolutely ridiculous.
I've already purchased the final set of 3 so I'm going to give it a try, but if the story line continues to change and the characters get stupid again I am totally not going to finish this series.
I"m so disappointed, What HAPPENED? It was going so well. It was a good story!! I enjoyed the triumvirate. I enjoyed the growth and how the characters were getting stronger and then BAM!!! It all changed and went backwards.
Was it more important to add more books for more money? Is that the reason? Was it coming to a close but "too soon" so the author wanted to screw everything up by changing the main characters, adding memories that made them totally act like they had multiple personalities, therefore adding more books to make it drag on?
I guess I'll find out with 10, 11 and 12.
*growl*
It feels like the author totally changed their mind about how the series should go, so they wrote in some total science fiction ideas such as erased memories, fake people (impostors) and such.
Absolutely ridiculous.
I've already purchased the final set of 3 so I'm going to give it a try, but if the story line continues to change and the characters get stupid again I am totally not going to finish this series.
I"m so disappointed, What HAPPENED? It was going so well. It was a good story!! I enjoyed the triumvirate. I enjoyed the growth and how the characters were getting stronger and then BAM!!! It all changed and went backwards.
Was it more important to add more books for more money? Is that the reason? Was it coming to a close but "too soon" so the author wanted to screw everything up by changing the main characters, adding memories that made them totally act like they had multiple personalities, therefore adding more books to make it drag on?
I guess I'll find out with 10, 11 and 12.
*growl*
amakelly's review against another edition
1.0
So I tried to read this I really did. I'm just not into it. I only made it to page 44. Frankly, I think it's boring.
megmcfarland's review against another edition
5.0
Pleasantly surprised
Parts of these books can be rather droll, but I feel like it has an over all good story, fast with good plot twists. I’m hooked!
Parts of these books can be rather droll, but I feel like it has an over all good story, fast with good plot twists. I’m hooked!
craftingrama's review against another edition
5.0
Probably one of the fastest read set of books in a long while as I could barely put it down. Awesome interesting, different and very enjoyable. I loved the main character and so understood her because at times it felt like they were describing parts of my life and my feelings. Going where angels fear to tread due to lack of information but doing what you thought was best with what you thought you understood of the situation only to have it go totally wrong and everyone ridiculing you for your stupidity. I got the book set free on amazon but if I would have known how good it was I would have willingly paid for it. I'll certainly be putting this author at the top of my list for books to watch for.
roguesmith's review against another edition
4.0
This is the second set of the Courtlight saga, following Ciardis Weathervane and her companions to the far reaches of the Algardis Empire. I've pretty much marathoned this whole series up to date and on the whole I'm really enjoying it. I find I'm strictly team Sebastian however, Thanar hasn't done anything so far that I can see to warrant Ciardis' affections, let alone trust. The story moves along at a decent pace, however I feel this is true only because I've read all 6 in one go. I think the flow of the story is better that way, however that is just my opinion.
Now the wait is on for the next book, I am curious to see what happens to Ciardis and her companions in Kifar, and to find out what the dragons' stake in this whole thing is.
Now the wait is on for the next book, I am curious to see what happens to Ciardis and her companions in Kifar, and to find out what the dragons' stake in this whole thing is.
natashaavft's review against another edition
5.0
Great books
Very exciting and well scripted book though I wish the books wouldn't have so many repeats throughout the books because they always felt like we ended up in the same position and went through the same events but great books overall.
Very exciting and well scripted book though I wish the books wouldn't have so many repeats throughout the books because they always felt like we ended up in the same position and went through the same events but great books overall.