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3.75
3.75-4⭐️ (I keep fluctuating)
This was another very enjoyable addition to the series.
I felt there was a bit of a lull at the start of the book where the pacing had slowed back down since the ending of book 2. So I found myself almost starting from scratch in terms of being emotionally invested in the returning characters.
In terms of new characters introduced that I’ve come to love, we’ve got:
- Manon Blackbeak (badass bitch extraordinaire)
- Abraxos (cutie patootie)
- Amaranth—— I mean Adarlan’s Whore, Aedion
- Sorscha (under-utilised character IMO)
For me where this book shined was in:
- the relationship between Dorian and Sorscha
- The rift between Dorian and Chaol
- The political intrigue and scheming going on in Rifthold
- Aedion’s feelings and motivations
- Villainous deeds on page from fucked up rulers (side note: does the King of Adarlan have a name?)
I was less thrilled hearing about Celaena’s training montages and depressive episodes with newbie, Rowan. And I wasn’t completely sold on Rowan until he said one of my favourite things an MC can say to another MC: “who did that to you?”. 🫠 After that I was wholly on board with this broody Fae prince.
The last few chapters of the book had me experiencing a roller coaster of emotions and I can’t wait to pick up where we’ve left off (hopefully there’s not another pace change at the beginning of the next book lie there was with this one).
In terms of recommending reading order of the series, I’ve seen a lot of people say Assassin’s Blade should be read next. I’ll try it, but may end up skipping straight to book 4 if I get antsy.
Content warnings:
⚠️racism towards mixed race beings
⚠️Slurs towards mixed race beings
⚠️implied animal cruelty
⚠️mention of torture
⚠️corporal punishment
⚠️murder
Content Warnings
Moderate: Racial slurs, Murder, and Racism
Minor: Torture and Animal cruelty
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