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inkfire's review
4.0
As a sequel, I loved this book. It continued the character arcs from the first book very well, and the world continues to grow and develop around them.
There are some things I think might have confused me if I hadn't read the first book first, but I'm not sure that's a bad thing in this case. In general, I like books to be able to stand alone, even if they would be better with the rest of their series.
There are some things I think might have confused me if I hadn't read the first book first, but I'm not sure that's a bad thing in this case. In general, I like books to be able to stand alone, even if they would be better with the rest of their series.
git_r_read's review against another edition
5.0
This series is an excellent blend of science fiction and fantasy. It's mostly fantasy in this, the second book, than in DAUGHTER OF DRAGONS, but there's still enough of a tinge to make it a blend.
The story continues to build on the relationship between Kira and Jason. I did want to smack Kira a bit as she acts like a stereotypical teen with alternating between not wanting to be like her parents [especially her mom] , navigating in the throes of her first love as well as trying to survive after being kidnapped and then escaping. She'd fight a battle with courage and strength of character then whinge about how she doesn't deserve to be loved or admired or she's not a hero.
With all that, she still did what she had to do to keep going, to get back to her family and to her love, Jason. He's the one I've really enjoyed watching grow from the sullen teen for most of the first book to finding his footing and showing his mettle.
This is an excellent book/series to listen to. MacLeod Andrews is a superb narrator.
I can absolutely recommend this book, series and author.
The story continues to build on the relationship between Kira and Jason. I did want to smack Kira a bit as she acts like a stereotypical teen with alternating between not wanting to be like her parents [especially her mom] , navigating in the throes of her first love as well as trying to survive after being kidnapped and then escaping. She'd fight a battle with courage and strength of character then whinge about how she doesn't deserve to be loved or admired or she's not a hero.
With all that, she still did what she had to do to keep going, to get back to her family and to her love, Jason. He's the one I've really enjoyed watching grow from the sullen teen for most of the first book to finding his footing and showing his mettle.
This is an excellent book/series to listen to. MacLeod Andrews is a superb narrator.
I can absolutely recommend this book, series and author.
amkay's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
jenno's review against another edition
4.0
These books are great. A lot happening. Some romance. And funny. Plus excellently narrated by MacLeod Andrews on audio. Can't wait for the next one.
marjolaine_lafreniere's review against another edition
4.0
Except for that really dark and disturbing part about 15% through, this was also really good. The bad news is that now I have to wait for the last book of the trilogy.
bobmanasco's review against another edition
2.0
Positives: terrific world-building, interesting plot, nice growth opportunities for the heroes.
Negatives: the YA "relationship" is literally cringe-inducing. Yeesh.
Negatives: the YA "relationship" is literally cringe-inducing. Yeesh.
norma_cenva's review against another edition
4.0
The story is getting a bit formulaic and the main character is still annoying but the worst thing is that her horse name is so similar to the Russian swear word "Сука" that I couldn't concentrate some time on the Audiobook
saffire_sky's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Violence, Sexual content, Emotional abuse, War, Murder, Misogyny, Medical content, Medical trauma, Injury/Injury detail, Infertility, Grief, Death, Blood, and Alcohol
Minor: Rape, Child death, Pregnancy, Sexual assault, Physical abuse, and Body shaming
theaudioauditor's review against another edition
5.0
Audio book review.
Just as a heads up to those who are plot driven, not a lot happens in this book. At the beginning, Kira (sp?) is forced to endure a dinner with several foreign powers, including a conceited crown prince who keeps insisting she will be his wife (one of many, apparently). Kira shoots him down in a glorious fire of tactful insults, but he gets back at her by organizing a kidnapping. She is spirited away in the middle of the night and is on the way to his far away kingdom. She manages to sabotage the prince's ship shortly before they arrive at their final destination, she meets up with her boyfriend Jason (rather conveniently), and the rest of the book is them fighting against every bad situation and everything that could possibly go wrong as they make their way over mountains and through valleys to get away from the Empire and the Imperial soldiers who are trying to kill the both of them. Their final standoff is epic. But literally, they get saved, sail back to their homeland, and the book ends. Just a heads up for those who might find this book a bit boring because of lack of plot. For those of us who are character-driven, wasn't this book amazing?? :)
Just as a heads up to those who are plot driven, not a lot happens in this book. At the beginning, Kira (sp?) is forced to endure a dinner with several foreign powers, including a conceited crown prince who keeps insisting she will be his wife (one of many, apparently). Kira shoots him down in a glorious fire of tactful insults, but he gets back at her by organizing a kidnapping. She is spirited away in the middle of the night and is on the way to his far away kingdom. She manages to sabotage the prince's ship shortly before they arrive at their final destination, she meets up with her boyfriend Jason (rather conveniently), and the rest of the book is them fighting against every bad situation and everything that could possibly go wrong as they make their way over mountains and through valleys to get away from the Empire and the Imperial soldiers who are trying to kill the both of them. Their final standoff is epic. But literally, they get saved, sail back to their homeland, and the book ends. Just a heads up for those who might find this book a bit boring because of lack of plot. For those of us who are character-driven, wasn't this book amazing?? :)
reanne's review
5.0
Terrific. Love it. The villainous prince is a little hard to tolerate, but at least we don't have to put up with him for very long.
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