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ironskin's review
3.0
Still solid, some good development and more world building. Some tropes are getting a bit tired but I still like this series
lolasreviews's review
4.0
Storm Forged in the sixth book in the Death Before Dragons series and I really enjoyed this one. Storm Forged reads a bit like the last book in the series as it wraps up this story arc before introducing another one of the next three books if I understand it correctly. I liked the reveal in this book when we find out what the Silverclaw dragons are really up to and I liked seeing how Val got pulled into another adventure and a dangerous mission.
As I found a way to incorporate more audiobook listening in my schedule I got through this one in a good pace. I enjoyed seeing the story develop. The problems get introduced at the start, then turn into bigger ones and I liked seeing how Val deals with it. There's plenty of action, some intrigue and more about the familiar characters. The plot is a bit more straightforward, but I thought that worked well here and there are still plenty of obstacles on their path. The ending wraps things up well, although I would've liked a few more details and wrap up for certain points, but as the series isn't over yet that might come in future books.
It's been quite the journey for Val throughout the series and I liked seeing her develop and change throughout the series. She develops her strength and learns to use her magic and sword better, as well as learns to deal with her asthma and instead of being known as just killing the supernatural she has formed some good bonds with them and has improved her reputation. It's been really great to see this change happen.
I liked Val and Zav's relationship in this book. I finally feel they're in a good spot together and they overcome the last barriers and secrets between them in this book. I also appreciate how while they grew closer and changed they also stay the same at their core. Zav has learned a lot about humans and appreciates Val, but he's still an arrogant dragon as well. While Val understands dragons are different and understands Zav comes from a very different world, she still points out when he goes to far or does things she won't appreciate. I liked seeing them battle together and fully team up and be together in this book.
Just like the previous books I listened to this one and I really like the narrator for this series and plan to continue listening to the next 3 books as well. I like the different voices the narrator does and how she brings the book to life.
To summarize: This was another great read and it wraps up the current story arc well. The current story arc gets wrapped up with a satisfying ending while leaving room open for more stories in the series. I really liked seeing Val change and develop throughout the series, from how her strength and magic grows to seeing her reputation among the magical creatures develop. As well as seeing how her romance with Zav develops. I like how they're really a team in this book, the last barriers and secrets between them get overcome in this book and I liked seeing their relationship grow deeper. I enjoyed seeing them fight this threat as a team and work together and it's obvious how much they care about the other. There's plenty more of familiar side characters and it all made for a satisfying read. The pace is well done and the plot engaging. The narrator did an awesome job with this series and I plan to continue listening to the next books as well.
As I found a way to incorporate more audiobook listening in my schedule I got through this one in a good pace. I enjoyed seeing the story develop. The problems get introduced at the start, then turn into bigger ones and I liked seeing how Val deals with it. There's plenty of action, some intrigue and more about the familiar characters. The plot is a bit more straightforward, but I thought that worked well here and there are still plenty of obstacles on their path. The ending wraps things up well, although I would've liked a few more details and wrap up for certain points, but as the series isn't over yet that might come in future books.
It's been quite the journey for Val throughout the series and I liked seeing her develop and change throughout the series. She develops her strength and learns to use her magic and sword better, as well as learns to deal with her asthma and instead of being known as just killing the supernatural she has formed some good bonds with them and has improved her reputation. It's been really great to see this change happen.
I liked Val and Zav's relationship in this book. I finally feel they're in a good spot together and they overcome the last barriers and secrets between them in this book. I also appreciate how while they grew closer and changed they also stay the same at their core. Zav has learned a lot about humans and appreciates Val, but he's still an arrogant dragon as well. While Val understands dragons are different and understands Zav comes from a very different world, she still points out when he goes to far or does things she won't appreciate. I liked seeing them battle together and fully team up and be together in this book.
Just like the previous books I listened to this one and I really like the narrator for this series and plan to continue listening to the next 3 books as well. I like the different voices the narrator does and how she brings the book to life.
To summarize: This was another great read and it wraps up the current story arc well. The current story arc gets wrapped up with a satisfying ending while leaving room open for more stories in the series. I really liked seeing Val change and develop throughout the series, from how her strength and magic grows to seeing her reputation among the magical creatures develop. As well as seeing how her romance with Zav develops. I like how they're really a team in this book, the last barriers and secrets between them get overcome in this book and I liked seeing their relationship grow deeper. I enjoyed seeing them fight this threat as a team and work together and it's obvious how much they care about the other. There's plenty more of familiar side characters and it all made for a satisfying read. The pace is well done and the plot engaging. The narrator did an awesome job with this series and I plan to continue listening to the next books as well.
monka581's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
pjonsson's review
4.0
This was a nice instalment in the Death Before Dragons series. I have, obviously, read (and reviewed) the previous 5 books in the series and rated them all at three out of five stars. This book I am rating slightly above that. It is really pretty much the same as the previous books but in this book this rubbish on-off, maybe we should not see each other bla bla, between Val and Zav is finally over.
It is the couple Val and Zav that really makes these books fun to read. Not so much the romantic aspect, even though the romance part is not bad and not overdone, but they are a kick-ass couple and the dialogue between the arrogant dragon and Val, who “vexes his enemies”, are really fun to read.
The book continues the story from the fifth book but starts off with what, at first, looks like a bit of a side story with Nin’s grandfather. It however turns at that this him showing up ill is just the beginning and it quickly starts to tie in with the main story and the continuing battle for supremacy between the Stormforge and the, rather despicable, Silverclaw clan.
In between the beginning and the ending of the book there are a lot of the usual bantering between Val and her many friends, mundane and not so mundane problems to be resolved and, of course, plenty of action.
Overall, another good, light and entertaining read.
It is the couple Val and Zav that really makes these books fun to read. Not so much the romantic aspect, even though the romance part is not bad and not overdone, but they are a kick-ass couple and the dialogue between the arrogant dragon and Val, who “vexes his enemies”, are really fun to read.
The book continues the story from the fifth book but starts off with what, at first, looks like a bit of a side story with Nin’s grandfather. It however turns at that this him showing up ill is just the beginning and it quickly starts to tie in with the main story and the continuing battle for supremacy between the Stormforge and the, rather despicable, Silverclaw clan.
In between the beginning and the ending of the book there are a lot of the usual bantering between Val and her many friends, mundane and not so mundane problems to be resolved and, of course, plenty of action.
Overall, another good, light and entertaining read.
sherbetmango's review
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
amandaj6's review
5.0
yay!!!!
Y’all…this is my favorite one yet! I love the way all the characters and their stories have evolved. I’m so in love with Val and Zav. I can’t wait to see what happens next!
Y’all…this is my favorite one yet! I love the way all the characters and their stories have evolved. I’m so in love with Val and Zav. I can’t wait to see what happens next!
birvin15's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
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
4.0
willowmariemanning's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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
thesnobbyscrutinest's review
4.0
This series is just fun. Each book is like its own assassin mystery episode. I think I read the whole series in about two weeks. Of course, despite each book’s storyline, the reason you keep turning the page is for the relationship. Its a very slow burn, but the quirky ending definitely brought a smile to my face.
I also truly appreciate the authors extensive vocabulary usage. I love walking away from books with a few new words added to my lexicon arsenal.
I also truly appreciate the authors extensive vocabulary usage. I love walking away from books with a few new words added to my lexicon arsenal.