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cozydreamsstudio's review against another edition
4.0
This series is getting better and better. The magic and mystery are woven so well. And romance takes a bigger role in this book which I lovely to see. I can’t wait to see how everything that’s been hinted at unfolds!
sadgrl77's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
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
3.5
maur_damar's review
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
Content Warnings
Moderate: War and Violence
Minor: Pedophilia
emgibson77's review against another edition
5.0
This book was great! I have loved this series so much more than I expected I would! I absolutely loved this journey!
noellelovesbooks's review
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings: Blood/gore, violence, body horror, war themes, death, grief, sexism, sexual harassment, nightmares, and pregnancy.
Mention of: sexual assault, rape, child abuse, parental abandonment, infidelity, death in childbirth [of mother and child], pedophilia, and child brides.
Mention of: sexual assault, rape, child abuse, parental abandonment, infidelity, death in childbirth [of mother and child], pedophilia, and child brides.
I am so happy I stumbled on this series because the way Karsak writes is phenomenal. It’s so easy to devour each book in this series as Hervor continues on her journey to discover who she is and where she fits in the world. Watching Hervor find her own inner strength and surround herself with people who build her up and support her brings me joy.
Here in book three, we see a strong jarl in Hervor as she takes measures to protect her land and people. We also see her gather forces to return home and face the grandfather who shunned and demeaned her at every turn. Hervor will have to remember that she isn’t the same girl who left Dalr just over a year ago.
With only two more books in the series, I’m excited to see where else Hervor’s journey takes her as she continues to grow her found family, make new allies, and explore more of who she is and who she wants to be. Hoping to read the last two books next month and then jump into the other Shield-Maiden series Karsak has written.
If you’re a fan of Norse lore and Viking stories I highly recommend checking out this series! Although there is some romance within the book it’s definitely historical fantasy and is FTB [fade to black aka all sexual encounters occur off-page]. This series is a fantastic story based on the old Norse saga of Hervarar.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Death, Gore, Grief, Animal death, Pregnancy, War, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Sexual harassment and Sexism
Minor: Sexual assault and Sexual violence
davidreyno's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
The dream is the same. Where ever Hervor goes, she mets the challenge, and things improve for the people.
lindsey15_'s review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
cranberrytarts's review against another edition
4.0
This is the third book in the series. I really enjoyed the conclusion to some earlier plot elements, and I liked seeing Horvar build her confidence more. I do plan to take a break from the series now. While the stories are enjoyable and I like the characters, there is a lot of filler and I think I need some space before I journey to the next part of their future.
izziede's review against another edition
4.0
Good story.
Quite funny in parts.
Satisfactory conclusion but more issues to be dealt with.
Quite funny in parts.
Satisfactory conclusion but more issues to be dealt with.