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3.63 AVERAGE
3.63 AVERAGE
This is no fault of the author. And basically the notes below are just for me to keep track:
I loved the first one but when the library FINALLY got a copy of this sequel, I couldnt remember anything from the first book. I like to binge read series because of this.
I loved the first one but when the library FINALLY got a copy of this sequel, I couldnt remember anything from the first book. I like to binge read series because of this.
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At the start of Boecker’s The King Slayer, Elizabeth Grey, the former witch hunter who helped break the curse on Reformist leader Nicholas, appears before the council of the magical community of Harrow. In an effort to prove she is on the side of the Reformers, Elizabeth agrees to help remove Lord Blackwell from power. There’s just one problem: she no longer has the stigma that protects her, and she’s not sure she can defeat Lord Blackwell and his magic without it. Adding to her trouble, John has been acting odd ever since Nicholas transferred her stigma to him after the battle with Blackwell. He’s been angry and violent, the opposite of the caring healer she fell in love with. In order to save him and the kingdom, she may have to betray him.
A satisfying end to a series, this book is perfect for lovers of Cashore’s Graceling and Maas’ Throne of Glass. The action moves at a brisk pace and Elizabeth, now without her healing powers, is a much more likeable character, having to work for what she wants. Elizabeth’s relationships with the other characters continue to develop and bring them to life more fully, particularly the character of the revenant Skylar, rounding out the cast of characters. One of the book’s weak spots is the now-deposed King Malcolm, a spoiled young man who does not match the man described by Elizabeth in book one. Overall, The King Slayer is a solid and entertaining read.
At the start of Boecker’s The King Slayer, Elizabeth Grey, the former witch hunter who helped break the curse on Reformist leader Nicholas, appears before the council of the magical community of Harrow. In an effort to prove she is on the side of the Reformers, Elizabeth agrees to help remove Lord Blackwell from power. There’s just one problem: she no longer has the stigma that protects her, and she’s not sure she can defeat Lord Blackwell and his magic without it. Adding to her trouble, John has been acting odd ever since Nicholas transferred her stigma to him after the battle with Blackwell. He’s been angry and violent, the opposite of the caring healer she fell in love with. In order to save him and the kingdom, she may have to betray him.
A satisfying end to a series, this book is perfect for lovers of Cashore’s Graceling and Maas’ Throne of Glass. The action moves at a brisk pace and Elizabeth, now without her healing powers, is a much more likeable character, having to work for what she wants. Elizabeth’s relationships with the other characters continue to develop and bring them to life more fully, particularly the character of the revenant Skylar, rounding out the cast of characters. One of the book’s weak spots is the now-deposed King Malcolm, a spoiled young man who does not match the man described by Elizabeth in book one. Overall, The King Slayer is a solid and entertaining read.
Good finish to the story. I waited quite a while to start this one, but it was easy to pick up and remember what happened. It felt a bit drawn out, but was quick and fun to read.
the fact that the author made the main character (and her boyfriend) forgive her rappist under the excuse that he was a spoiled and pampered king who was used to have everything and never thought people would say it if they wanted to disagree is disgusting to me. a redemption arc? i would have tolerated it. but the way this guy was before... he was still making use of his power and the fact that he ends up being liked by everyone AND being the king again — even if he doesn't want to — is just nonsense to me. apologizing is not enough.
Maybe 3.5
ARC review: it was good for the most part. Not as great as the first book. John pissed me off for most of the book but made up for it in the end. I was most dissatisfied with the ending, though.
ARC review: it was good for the most part. Not as great as the first book. John pissed me off for most of the book but made up for it in the end. I was most dissatisfied with the ending, though.
3.5 stars
I'm torn about how I feel about this book. I remember loving the first one; it was exciting and thrilling, a fantasy adventure that was completely my taste.
So naturally, I was extremely excited to delve into the sequel, the end of this two-part series. It took me a while to get into the book, and once I did, I was disappointed to find that I was quite bored at times. I found myself confused with the plot, and frustrated at the characters. Towards the end, I just felt that it kept going on, and was never going to end.
Then again, it wasn't all negative. There was action and drama in each chapter, and gripping suspense where I was itching to know what happens next. Although I'm not particularly fond of the protagonist, I'm in love with the supporting characters (especially Schuyler).
All the same, this wasn't a book that I particularly enjoyed reading. Nevertheless, I am looking forward to read the accompanying novella!
I'm torn about how I feel about this book. I remember loving the first one; it was exciting and thrilling, a fantasy adventure that was completely my taste.
So naturally, I was extremely excited to delve into the sequel, the end of this two-part series. It took me a while to get into the book, and once I did, I was disappointed to find that I was quite bored at times. I found myself confused with the plot, and frustrated at the characters. Towards the end, I just felt that it kept going on, and was never going to end.
Then again, it wasn't all negative. There was action and drama in each chapter, and gripping suspense where I was itching to know what happens next. Although I'm not particularly fond of the protagonist, I'm in love with the supporting characters (especially Schuyler).
All the same, this wasn't a book that I particularly enjoyed reading. Nevertheless, I am looking forward to read the accompanying novella!
It finished what the first book began but not my favorite
*I received this arc from the publisher in exchange for an honest review*
Review to come.
Review to come.
Ich bin froh, dass es vorbei ist. Es gab einfach so viele Ungereimtheiten und Plot Holes und so ziemlich jede Handlung der Figuren war total unlogisch und dumm. Was die Wiedergänger können ändert sich fast von Kapitel zu Kapitel und überraschendes passiert so gar nicht. Kann es absolut nicht empfehlen.
Not a bad conclusion to the story. For a long period I thought the pacing was appropriate, then I came closer and closer to the end and realized there was not enough time to resolve things in a character-driven way. John's change was difficult to read since I really liked him in the previous book and his novella. The struggle and resolution to his arc never felt real to me because it happened off page rather quickly, and we are told things are better instead of really getting a sense of it over time spent with him and Elizabeth. A lot of the characters from book one seemed to suffer this fate, unfortunately (I'm looking at you, Fifer and George), as they were not really present.
Could this have benefited from being a trilogy rather than a duology? No, in the sense the plot was not enough to be dragged out in order to accommodate another book -- the build-up to war and action scenes are fine as is. But yes, in the sense the characters needed more time to grow into themselves after what happened at Blackwell's ball, be better integrated into the group (many new characters appeared), or just have a role to play on page (again, Fifer, George, and even Nicolas, really did receive the short end of the stick).
Could this have benefited from being a trilogy rather than a duology? No, in the sense the plot was not enough to be dragged out in order to accommodate another book -- the build-up to war and action scenes are fine as is. But yes, in the sense the characters needed more time to grow into themselves after what happened at Blackwell's ball, be better integrated into the group (many new characters appeared), or just have a role to play on page (again, Fifer, George, and even Nicolas, really did receive the short end of the stick).