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bookishmillennial's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
hopeful
reflective
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
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I thought this tied up the series nicely, but I almost wonder if this could have been a duology instead. I obviously am just a peasant, have never written a book, -let alone a trilogy- but I wonder if the story would have felt more succinct and held its direction if it was a duology.
It took me a bit to get invested in this one (granted, it had been a year since I read the second book in the series, so that’s on me), because I struggling with the pacing and the “fluff” if that makes sense.
However, towards the latter half of the book, I did feel more pulled in, especially since there was a lot more action happening (which is funny, because I’m historically not a “pew pew action war” honey).
Anyway, I loved the rotating POVs of Lei and Wren, and felt their voices were much more pronounced and distinct in this book. I loved that representation of them coming more into themselves 🥹 The climax of the war, the aftermath, and seeing our favorite characters wrangle with that was done tactfully and lovingly.
Overall, I am glad I read this trilogy and think it would do well if optioned and adapted for tv or film! Give us an all-API cast & adapt this YA fantasy!
I thought this tied up the series nicely, but I almost wonder if this could have been a duology instead. I obviously am just a peasant, have never written a book, -let alone a trilogy- but I wonder if the story would have felt more succinct and held its direction if it was a duology.
It took me a bit to get invested in this one (granted, it had been a year since I read the second book in the series, so that’s on me), because I struggling with the pacing and the “fluff” if that makes sense.
However, towards the latter half of the book, I did feel more pulled in, especially since there was a lot more action happening (which is funny, because I’m historically not a “pew pew action war” honey).
Anyway, I loved the rotating POVs of Lei and Wren, and felt their voices were much more pronounced and distinct in this book. I loved that representation of them coming more into themselves 🥹 The climax of the war, the aftermath, and seeing our favorite characters wrangle with that was done tactfully and lovingly.
Overall, I am glad I read this trilogy and think it would do well if optioned and adapted for tv or film! Give us an all-API cast & adapt this YA fantasy!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief, War, and Violence
Moderate: Pregnancy, Death, Sexual assault, and Sexual violence
lara88's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
reflective
tense
slow-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
janagaton's review against another edition
4.0
This definitely wasn't my favorite of the trilogy, as it took me about 200 pages to feel fully immersed into the story/world again, and I'm not a fan of there being a fight/war scene in almost every chapter, but the second half of the book redeemed it for me. Wren & Lei are one of my favorite YA couples ever, and I absolutely loved the "Three Months Later" section at the end where we follow them during the calm afterrr the storm. It feels so good to finish a series, and I will undoubtedly be rereading it a couple years from now.
roastytoasty's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
sad
tense
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
5.0
jonisbookquest's review against another edition
4.0
3,5*
Al bij al een goed einde van de trilogie blijft, dat trouw blijft aan zijn thema's. Ik moet wel zeggen dat ik het eerste en tweede deel net wat beter vond en ik hier het element van de verrassing wat miste.
Al bij al een goed einde van de trilogie blijft, dat trouw blijft aan zijn thema's. Ik moet wel zeggen dat ik het eerste en tweede deel net wat beter vond en ik hier het element van de verrassing wat miste.
peyton_'s review against another edition
3.0
This is definitely better than the second book, but still not my favourite teen series. I don’t like the romance between Wren and Lei as it feels forced, needy, and unhealthy. I do like some of the side characters. The action moved right along which was nice. The ending felt really drawn out and unnecessary. I was so happy when it finally ended. I’m glad to have completed this series.
kellyanne98's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
inspiring
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
5.0
charlibirb's review against another edition
3.5
Above average series, but not stellar. Lots of good points about this book - interesting world, interesting characters, but the writing left a bit to be desired, and the plot was a bit predictable.
naimar's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
hopeful
fast-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
4.25
This was an emotional ending to the trilogy. I really enjoyed it, Wren and Lei’s relationship continues to be the best and most real part of this series to me.
hj2023's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
sad
tense
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? It's complicated
4.0