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tinycaredance's review against another edition
4.0
not as captivating as the first but still an entertaining read. great female protagonist living in a me dominated world
amybraunauthor's review against another edition
5.0
Gah! This ending was insane! Definitely a climax of epic proportions. The story was long, definitely a journey for every character involved, but it was never dull and always full of surprises. So many I could barely keep up at times, but this is a complex world with true conflict and dangers that put characters on a knife's edge. The most rewarding part of this story (and there was a lot) was the growth and challenges many of the characters faced. They all grew and experienced different emotions, both good and bad. Nowhere is this more prominent than with Eona, our hero and a girl continually torn between duty, honour, truth, and ambition. She was on a roller coaster, always growing and changing, and while she made choices I questioned, I was constantly on her side, cheering her on. There were tons of secrets revealed about the world and the dragons, leading to a climax worthy of a Hollywood blockbuster. Honestly, I was biting my nails to the very last page, never knowing what to expect. This was a breathtaking, emotional journey, and I couldn't have been happier to experience this story. A definite recommend for anyone looking for a unique, complex, YA fantasy read!
chitanda's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
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? No
4.25
alyshadeshae's review against another edition
5.0
I'm so glad I finally read this duology. Both books were incredible and, while I can't say what my theory about the Imperial Pearl was without including spoilers
Also, while I don't choose books based on them including minorities main characters, I do celebrate those instances when it's done right. Lady Dela is one of the main characters (in the same vein as Hermione is a main character, for those who might want to disagree) and she is transgender. Lady Dela is physically a male (and scared to have the male parts removed with the technology present in this book), but identifies as a female. Her difficulties are included in this book. In her culture, she is celebrated as a Twin Soul and, in the Imperial court, called a Contraire. While not everyone of the Imperial court is understanding of her differences, the Emperor (both father, then son) treasure her and generally ensure her safety. Even when forced to dress like a man, Lady Dela is always referred to by her friends and in the narration as a female. I was worried when her character was first introduced, but am so glad that it was unfounded.
As I stated, I don't go out of my way to choose books that put minorities in main character roles, but I never turn them away as long as the book is good. I do have friends that choose their books that way and these will be highly recommended to them.
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I was right about it being an egg, although I was wrong about the type. i thought it was an actual egg with a thirteenth dragon in it that would either join the rest or potentially replace a dragon to keep their numbers at twelve. I was pleased with the outcome of it being a renewal for all twelve dragons.Also, while I don't choose books based on them including minorities main characters, I do celebrate those instances when it's done right. Lady Dela is one of the main characters (in the same vein as Hermione is a main character, for those who might want to disagree) and she is transgender. Lady Dela is physically a male (and scared to have the male parts removed with the technology present in this book), but identifies as a female. Her difficulties are included in this book. In her culture, she is celebrated as a Twin Soul and, in the Imperial court, called a Contraire. While not everyone of the Imperial court is understanding of her differences, the Emperor (both father, then son) treasure her and generally ensure her safety. Even when forced to dress like a man
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because war requires disguises when you're on the weaker side and you're hidingAs I stated, I don't go out of my way to choose books that put minorities in main character roles, but I never turn them away as long as the book is good. I do have friends that choose their books that way and these will be highly recommended to them.
ashley's review against another edition
5.0
this was intense as hell!! first of all, i love how eona isn't your average mary sue, she makes a series of Bad Decisions™ (WHICH ADMITTEDLY MADE ME WANT TO DIE) and deals with the consequences idealistically realistically. her relationship with kygo is like reading a slowburn fic aka torture but i love it. i love them. the other guy can gtfo
the ending was a little predictable but it was beautiful nonetheless 10/10
the ending was a little predictable
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like.. who would have predicted the mirror dragon, once renewed, would heal kygo! not me haSpoiler
i also love how chart makes an appearance, gets healed and disappears off the face of the earth forever ha ha /smaur_damar's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Torture, Violence, and War
Minor: Sexual content
thebookhaze's review against another edition
3.0
I didn't like this book as much as I like the first one. There were a lot of inconsistencies and I didn't like all the hypocrisy and double standards.
In the beginning of the first book, before she became Dragoneye and linked with her dragon, Eon could see "auras" of the people she encountered. She could see their energies and what they were feeling, yet in this book, she couldn't have called into that power and probe for traitors in their midst?
Sure, when she did it in the first book, she felt that she was violating their privacy and she swore she wouldn't do it again, but then she also swore she wouldn't control Ryko's will, and she did that again anyway. In fact, she swore a whole lot many things, and she broke a whole lot of them too, so why stop there, especially since probing at emotions is probably the least of her transgressions.
Obviously, I also didn't like the fact that she swore a lot of stuff and didn't keep her promises. Why make it an issue in the first place, then? And honestly, I felt she was weak, in power I mean. I had high hopes for her as a Dragoneye, and I felt that we actually saw a lot more power in her before she became Dragoneye than after, and I'm not speaking of when her powers were suppressed with the sun energy. I mean after that when she had finally linked with her dragon.
Inconsistencies, and reaching. The swords infused with Kinra's energy made her a better fighter, the red folio's energy and the plaques also transferred a lot of Kinra's energy to Eona. Yet, none of these items (especially the red folio) could've transferred Kinra's Dragoneye knowledge to Eona?
I mean, come on, before Kinra's items, Eona was a so-so fighter but she had a strong spirit power, after she got all Kinra's energy items and linked with her dragon, she could fight like an expert but she couldn't do anything with her Dragoneye skills? Really?
I felt like it happened that way because the writer wanted to put Eona and Ido together, and that if Eona didn't need Ido then neither did we in the story. But I think this was reaching, and I think there could have been any other number of ways we could've incorporated the need for Ido in the story without compromising Eona's character. And compelling him with sexual energy... really? Reaching, reaching, reaching.
Honestly, I am quite disappointed. I loved the first book, and I had high hopes for this one, but it was just disappointing.
In the beginning of the first book, before she became Dragoneye and linked with her dragon, Eon could see "auras" of the people she encountered. She could see their energies and what they were feeling, yet in this book, she couldn't have called into that power and probe for traitors in their midst?
Sure, when she did it in the first book, she felt that she was violating their privacy and she swore she wouldn't do it again, but then she also swore she wouldn't control Ryko's will, and she did that again anyway. In fact, she swore a whole lot many things, and she broke a whole lot of them too, so why stop there, especially since probing at emotions is probably the least of her transgressions.
Obviously, I also didn't like the fact that she swore a lot of stuff and didn't keep her promises. Why make it an issue in the first place, then? And honestly, I felt she was weak, in power I mean. I had high hopes for her as a Dragoneye, and I felt that we actually saw a lot more power in her before she became Dragoneye than after, and I'm not speaking of when her powers were suppressed with the sun energy. I mean after that when she had finally linked with her dragon.
Inconsistencies, and reaching. The swords infused with Kinra's energy made her a better fighter, the red folio's energy and the plaques also transferred a lot of Kinra's energy to Eona. Yet, none of these items (especially the red folio) could've transferred Kinra's Dragoneye knowledge to Eona?
I mean, come on, before Kinra's items, Eona was a so-so fighter but she had a strong spirit power, after she got all Kinra's energy items and linked with her dragon, she could fight like an expert but she couldn't do anything with her Dragoneye skills? Really?
I felt like it happened that way because the writer wanted to put Eona and Ido together, and that if Eona didn't need Ido then neither did we in the story. But I think this was reaching, and I think there could have been any other number of ways we could've incorporated the need for Ido in the story without compromising Eona's character. And compelling him with sexual energy... really? Reaching, reaching, reaching.
Honestly, I am quite disappointed. I loved the first book, and I had high hopes for this one, but it was just disappointing.
shannonreadstheworld's review
adventurous
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
favourite quotes: "I know that love is about power, too. Who gives, who takes. Who is willing to risk showing their true self."
"You have seen me at my worst and at my weakest. Let me show you my best."
synopsis: Eona is one of the last surviving dragoneye's. The fate of her country lays on her shoulders but she's untrained and can't use her powers... She's the Pearl Emperor's only hope to reclaim his empire and kill his uncle the High Lord Sethon and avenge the deaths of his family
review: this was action packed and I loved it. It was fricken awesome seeing Eona shed the identity Eon, to accept herself and step into her power. It was really interesting to see this portrayal of power and how it can corrupt but also how it can bring good.
There was some romance in this book which I liked but I wasn't the biggest fan of the love triangle.
Overall I really enjoyed this book, I definitely preferred it over the first book Eon
It's a good duology that explores dragons in a very unique way and it's definitely worth reading