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amybraunauthor's review against another edition
4.0
Wow. That was an ending! The third and final book in THE DRACONIS MEMORIA is definitely the most epic in the trilogy. There was barely a moment to breathe as the heroes moved through the world waging a desperate war against the drakes. Honestly, there were points where I didn't think anyone would survive! That said, I'm really satisfied with this ending. All the arcs were fulfilled for our main characters, and of everyone, I have to say that Lizanne was at her most intense. Seriously, I knew she was hardcore, but she went into absolute BEAST MODE for this finale. There were lots of surprises, drama, and emotional character deaths, and I'm truly going to miss the few that managed to make it out alive. This was a fantastic fantasy series and I truly recommend it to anyone looking for an adventure, steampunk fantasy, or alternative dragon lore to their summer. You won't be disappointed!
angelic712's review against another edition
3.0
Probably a 3.5 star. I don’t know if it was just because it had been so long since I had read the earlier books or what but I had some trouble getting into the story. The characters seemed a little flat compared to what I remembered and the story seemed a little rushed to get to the ending leaving me with some questions. But as a whole I would still recommend the trilogy.
jesslynh's review
3.0
I enjoyed the ending to this trilogy and was satisfied with it from a story perspective, but I think the final battles went on a bit too long. It would have rated another star if it wasn't so much of the same battle. The excellent narration got me through them and I did enjoy the book--I wouldn't mind seeing more of this world.
andrewdixon1000's review against another edition
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? No
4.0
sonice's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars. This series overall was just kinda meh. In this book I was more interested and entertained throughout the first two thirds of it...but that ending....like, why so rushed? Kinda spoiled (pun lol) the whole thing for me.
I think there was more potential in the series than was realized. Cool concepts and ideas, but a lot of flat characters and a lack of tension in a story where humanity itself is being threatened. As the reader I should be feeling the gravity of that and it just didn't happen very often.
An extra half star for this one simply because i found it more engaging (slightly) than books one and two, at least up until the last 75 pages or so.
I think there was more potential in the series than was realized. Cool concepts and ideas, but a lot of flat characters and a lack of tension in a story where humanity itself is being threatened. As the reader I should be feeling the gravity of that and it just didn't happen very often.
An extra half star for this one simply because i found it more engaging (slightly) than books one and two, at least up until the last 75 pages or so.
heilmjoelk's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
bookish_satty's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.5
This review encompasses my thoughts and feelings on the entire Trilogy.
This series is unique and so very special to me as I loved all the 3 books back to back because I couldn't put it down and not know what happened next.
The characters were the highlight of this story for me as well as the world building. All 3 main characters i.e. Clay, Lizanne and Hilemore were some of the best characters that I've ever read about. By the third book I had formed a deep connection to each of them. Now that I've finished the trilogy I just don't know what to read next as these characters are still on my mind and I want to know more about their future and the new age to come in this world. Another huge plus point of this series is the side
Worldbuilding was the second best thing in this trilogy as it is rich in lost histories, forgotten lore, Dragons, Rules based Magic System and such a vast and rich world that is filled with unique creatures, culture, beliefs, etc. The Dragons are used in this story in a unique and creative way. I've never read a book where the Dragons are the antagonist and to be honest I didn't know if I'll like it as I've always liked Dragons as being the protectors of our protagonist but I'm happy to report that this new experience was awesome.
The plot was well thought out and executed very well. The author maintained in keeping up the suspense and I felt a sense of impending doom as I continued on with the journey that our brave characters take to save the world.
The writing style is excellent and the dialogues are written so wonderfully and it suited the personality of each of our main characters.
Overall a great experience but I have a little complaint regarding the ending of this trilogy. It did seem abrupt to me. All the tension and suspense kept building up from Book 1 and when the final confrontation happened it ended too quickly and too blandly in my opinion. Moreover after the end of the world I would have loved to see more about the new age that this war ushered in and how our main characters cope with these changes. Hope someday we get a sequel series or a prequel series because there is still so much to explore in this world.
WARNING - MAJOR SPOILERS AHEAD [For the Entire Trilogy].
Some questions and thoughts I had after finishing the series.
What happened with the Seer [From the religion whose Scriptures Preacher quotes]? Did the prophecy come true? Did he also drink the blood of the White Drake like The Mad Artisan? Are the Seer and The Mad Artisan the same person? I'm still confused regarding that.
I really liked the way the mind controlled Spoiled were freed from the slavery but after Clay went to so much trouble to get the information it seemed very anticlimactic when the thrall was actually broken within a paragraph and the White Drake killed so easily.
Clay's decision to redeem Catheline rather than kill her when the moment arrived was the stupidest thing ever but it did give Sirus a chance to redeem himself. I liked the ending he and Tekela got.
What happened to the Black Dragon Heart Blood Clay had? During the funeral of Sirus and burning of the White Drake Clay threw away a vial of Dragon Blood but he had two vials one containing White Drake blood and the other containing the Heart Blood of a Black Drake so which one did he keep or did he disposed off both.
I really wanted Clay to bond with the baby Drake whose mother's heart blood he collected for that same purpose but later he just gave up the egg and nothing came out of the Black Dragon Heart Blood he collected which was disappointing.
Not bringing the Black Dragons to the ultimate fight was also baffling to me. Clay stated the reason that it was humanity's fight only but didn't he went to seek help from the Black Drakes in the first place because the White will eventually annihilate the Black Dragons after he finishes off Humanity so why wouldn't they fight for their own survival? Though after reading about the horrible way humans treated Dragons in Book 1 I think they got what they deserved at the hands of the White. Revolution is always bloody.
This series is unique and so very special to me as I loved all the 3 books back to back because I couldn't put it down and not know what happened next.
The characters were the highlight of this story for me as well as the world building. All 3 main characters i.e. Clay, Lizanne and Hilemore were some of the best characters that I've ever read about. By the third book I had formed a deep connection to each of them. Now that I've finished the trilogy I just don't know what to read next as these characters are still on my mind and I want to know more about their future and the new age to come in this world. Another huge plus point of this series is the side
Worldbuilding was the second best thing in this trilogy as it is rich in lost histories, forgotten lore, Dragons, Rules based Magic System and such a vast and rich world that is filled with unique creatures, culture, beliefs, etc. The Dragons are used in this story in a unique and creative way. I've never read a book where the Dragons are the antagonist and to be honest I didn't know if I'll like it as I've always liked Dragons as being the protectors of our protagonist but I'm happy to report that this new experience was awesome.
The plot was well thought out and executed very well. The author maintained in keeping up the suspense and I felt a sense of impending doom as I continued on with the journey that our brave characters take to save the world.
The writing style is excellent and the dialogues are written so wonderfully and it suited the personality of each of our main characters.
Overall a great experience but I have a little complaint regarding the ending of this trilogy. It did seem abrupt to me. All the tension and suspense kept building up from Book 1 and when the final confrontation happened it ended too quickly and too blandly in my opinion. Moreover after the end of the world I would have loved to see more about the new age that this war ushered in and how our main characters cope with these changes. Hope someday we get a sequel series or a prequel series because there is still so much to explore in this world.
WARNING - MAJOR SPOILERS AHEAD [For the Entire Trilogy].
What happened with the Seer [From the religion whose Scriptures Preacher quotes]? Did the prophecy come true? Did he also drink the blood of the White Drake like The Mad Artisan? Are the Seer and The Mad Artisan the same person? I'm still confused regarding that.
I really liked the way the mind controlled Spoiled were freed from the slavery but after Clay went to so much trouble to get the information it seemed very anticlimactic when the thrall was actually broken within a paragraph and the White Drake killed so easily.
Clay's decision to redeem Catheline rather than kill her when the moment arrived was the stupidest thing ever but it did give Sirus a chance to redeem himself. I liked the ending he and Tekela got.
What happened to the Black Dragon Heart Blood Clay had? During the funeral of Sirus and burning of the White Drake Clay threw away a vial of Dragon Blood but he had two vials one containing White Drake blood and the other containing the Heart Blood of a Black Drake so which one did he keep or did he disposed off both.
I really wanted Clay to bond with the baby Drake whose mother's heart blood he collected for that same purpose but later he just gave up the egg and nothing came out of the Black Dragon Heart Blood he collected which was disappointing.
Not bringing the Black Dragons to the ultimate fight was also baffling to me. Clay stated the reason that it was humanity's fight only but didn't he went to seek help from the Black Drakes in the first place because the White will eventually annihilate the Black Dragons after he finishes off Humanity so why wouldn't they fight for their own survival? Though after reading about the horrible way humans treated Dragons in Book 1 I think they got what they deserved at the hands of the White. Revolution is always bloody.
stumpsv's review
4.0
Book rating - 4
Serirs rating - 4
Series review:
Overall an interesting trilogy. Great world building made it fun to read, alongside interesting characters.
Some points of the plot and the pacing left a bit to be desired. Ambitious in its promises and OK in the delivery.
Though it didn't keep me enthralled throughout, still a novel work and fun read overall
Serirs rating - 4
Series review:
Overall an interesting trilogy. Great world building made it fun to read, alongside interesting characters.
Some points of the plot and the pacing left a bit to be desired. Ambitious in its promises and OK in the delivery.
Though it didn't keep me enthralled throughout, still a novel work and fun read overall
justine202's review
4.0
Gorgeous ending of the Draconis Memorias trilogy. I’m sad I finished it because the characters were amazing, I’m going to miss them.