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crimsoncor's review
3.0
Got to say, started to get a bit bored by the end of this one. Lots of plot armor for all the main characters. Definitely could have used a bit tighter editing. When she had her Earth mages start performing "carpentry", I had to roll my eyes pretty heavily. Maybe masonry or stonecraft?
readerlatte's review
5.0
My Review: This one picks up where book two left off. To start off this one really reminded me of parts of the Throne of Glass series. They are going into a cove with a breaker just like what is in the Pirates cove in a few of the TOG books. As well as a man who doesn't know his father which is also in the TOG books. I really liked the similarities of the two stories.
The pacing of this one was just as fast as book two. It's really speeding along. I do will say that what was going on with Kalinda and Ashwin was kind of predictable to me. Which when I first figured out what was going on I was a little bummed but once things started heating up I was yelling at them NO NO!!! Because of corse I knew why they were doing certain things but they didn't. So in the end knowing before hand what was happening and why really worked out. It raised the suspense and really just made me want to hop into the book and like slap them both to make them stop.
Kalinda in this one has really come into her own. She knows what she wants by the end of this story and really understands what she wants to bring to the empire. As for Ashwin I really enjoyed his parts of the story and he as well has grown. He isn't so much of a fluffy little boy anymore and is really starting to take the lead on being a ruler. As for Deven I didn't like parts of his POV as much as I did in book two. I do still love the man with all my heart but parts of his POV just seemed a little flat to me.
Another part of this story that I really thought was wonderful is that the author didn't try and have Kalinda stop the multiple wives and courtesans things. I thought she was going to bring it up or have Ashwin say he only wants Kalinda but they never did. I think that really brings a lot of culture and way of life to this story. That just because it's not how we do things. We should still respect how things are done in other places.
The third installment of The Hundredth Queen series will leave you grasping for you heart and gives new understanding what it means for good to fight evil.
Go Into This One Knowing: Slightly Predicable, Good vs. Evil
The pacing of this one was just as fast as book two. It's really speeding along. I do will say that what was going on with Kalinda and Ashwin was kind of predictable to me. Which when I first figured out what was going on I was a little bummed but once things started heating up I was yelling at them NO NO!!! Because of corse I knew why they were doing certain things but they didn't. So in the end knowing before hand what was happening and why really worked out. It raised the suspense and really just made me want to hop into the book and like slap them both to make them stop.
Kalinda in this one has really come into her own. She knows what she wants by the end of this story and really understands what she wants to bring to the empire. As for Ashwin I really enjoyed his parts of the story and he as well has grown. He isn't so much of a fluffy little boy anymore and is really starting to take the lead on being a ruler. As for Deven I didn't like parts of his POV as much as I did in book two. I do still love the man with all my heart but parts of his POV just seemed a little flat to me.
Another part of this story that I really thought was wonderful is that the author didn't try and have Kalinda stop the multiple wives and courtesans things. I thought she was going to bring it up or have Ashwin say he only wants Kalinda but they never did. I think that really brings a lot of culture and way of life to this story. That just because it's not how we do things. We should still respect how things are done in other places.
The third installment of The Hundredth Queen series will leave you grasping for you heart and gives new understanding what it means for good to fight evil.
Go Into This One Knowing: Slightly Predicable, Good vs. Evil
sarah_j_r's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
amybraunauthor's review against another edition
5.0
Wow. The ending of this book has left me shaken. Of all the books so far, this one has stuck with me the most. Every story line, dramatic moment, and action scene completely enthralled me. I could not stop reading. By the end, my jaw was all but on the floor.
This story was so powerful, driven by characters clashing with one another while trying to fight for each other. The enemies, both old and new, were ferocious. There were sacrifices and heartache and a fierce final battle that ended with more than a few shocking moments.
Each of the characters were wonderful. Kali and Deven continued to forge their own paths and butt heads over love and duty. I liked their chemistry, as well as Ashwin and what he faced in regards to his emotions and purpose.
All of the magic and lore were expanded on in this book, leading to a truly epic and supernatural ending. It didn't go the way I expected it to, and I'm very excited to see what other shocking and intense moments the finale has in store!
This story was so powerful, driven by characters clashing with one another while trying to fight for each other. The enemies, both old and new, were ferocious. There were sacrifices and heartache and a fierce final battle that ended with more than a few shocking moments.
Each of the characters were wonderful. Kali and Deven continued to forge their own paths and butt heads over love and duty. I liked their chemistry, as well as Ashwin and what he faced in regards to his emotions and purpose.
All of the magic and lore were expanded on in this book, leading to a truly epic and supernatural ending. It didn't go the way I expected it to, and I'm very excited to see what other shocking and intense moments the finale has in store!
livinliterary's review
3.0
Book was a good story, but a little slow for me. There was an unexpected turn of events that kept me reading, but not as engaged as the first book. .
ameserole's review against another edition
5.0
I received an ARC of this book through NetGalley in exchange for an honest opinion.
The Rogue Queen is the third addition to The Hundredth Queen Series and it was pretty freaking amazing! I think I'm falling even more with Kalinda and her feisty ass spirit. I really liked her character growth throughout this book too and I found the soul fire even more interesting. At the beginning (ish) she's basically fighting for her life and dying because she was poisoned. Then she goes into battle facing a demon, named Rajah.
Kalinda and Deven definitely go through some challenging trials throughout the book. Some were pretty freaking heart breaking and yes.. I was super sad with the ending and I cried like a freaking baby. I think I will have a very difficult time accepting the ending of this book and I seriously need the fourth book stat! I hope that this is some kind of sick joke and everything will be different in the next one.. but I also have a feeling that everything that happened in this book ... well.. was intentional.
Now I'm sad again. I don't want to think about this ending anymore. I need more. I can't wait until August. I need to know who this book is going to be about.. Kalinda? Ashwin? Someone else? WHO?
The Rogue Queen is the third addition to The Hundredth Queen Series and it was pretty freaking amazing! I think I'm falling even more with Kalinda and her feisty ass spirit. I really liked her character growth throughout this book too and I found the soul fire even more interesting. At the beginning (ish) she's basically fighting for her life and dying because she was poisoned. Then she goes into battle facing a demon, named Rajah.
Kalinda and Deven definitely go through some challenging trials throughout the book. Some were pretty freaking heart breaking and yes.. I was super sad with the ending and I cried like a freaking baby. I think I will have a very difficult time accepting the ending of this book and I seriously need the fourth book stat! I hope that this is some kind of sick joke and everything will be different in the next one.. but I also have a feeling that everything that happened in this book ... well.. was intentional.
Now I'm sad again. I don't want to think about this ending anymore. I need more. I can't wait until August. I need to know who this book is going to be about.. Kalinda? Ashwin? Someone else? WHO?
amethystbookwyrm's review against another edition
3.0
Thanks to Netgalley and Skyscape for giving me this book to review.
The Rogue Queen is the third book in the fast paced and girl power Hundredth Queen series. This book had the best world building in the series so far and has action, adventure, and romance. While I really liked the friendships in this book, I am so tired of love triangles and I didn’t feel it needed to happen again between Kali, Deven, and Ashwin.
Kali is reckless as she does not listen to people’s advice or think before she acts but by the end she seems to have some more character growth and considers the consequences of her actions. I wish Deven would grow a backbone, as he just whined and didn’t talk to Kali about anything, but he is brave and very loyal. Ashwin is kind, noble, and naïve but is also trying to reverse the wrongs for the previous book and really wants what is best for his people. My favourite character is Natesa as she is so sassy, has been through so much, and saves everyone so many times.
I enjoyed this book and am looking forward to reading The Warrior Queen, the next book. I would recommend The Rogue Queen to fans of the rest of The Hundredth Queen series.
This and my other reviews can be found at Amethyst Bookwyrm
The Rogue Queen is the third book in the fast paced and girl power Hundredth Queen series. This book had the best world building in the series so far and has action, adventure, and romance. While I really liked the friendships in this book, I am so tired of love triangles and I didn’t feel it needed to happen again between Kali, Deven, and Ashwin.
Kali is reckless as she does not listen to people’s advice or think before she acts but by the end she seems to have some more character growth and considers the consequences of her actions. I wish Deven would grow a backbone, as he just whined and didn’t talk to Kali about anything, but he is brave and very loyal. Ashwin is kind, noble, and naïve but is also trying to reverse the wrongs for the previous book and really wants what is best for his people. My favourite character is Natesa as she is so sassy, has been through so much, and saves everyone so many times.
I enjoyed this book and am looking forward to reading The Warrior Queen, the next book. I would recommend The Rogue Queen to fans of the rest of The Hundredth Queen series.
This and my other reviews can be found at Amethyst Bookwyrm
laura_devouring_books_crumpets's review against another edition
3.0
I wasnt overly keen on this one...... Kalinda does the inexcusable to Indra and doesn't stay to check on her..... along with the ending and how Kalinda treats Devon... I get the boy king is hot but does heat come from kissing him!!!!
It was all a bit boring really..... I liked when Kalinda had a silent strength and bravery this fell short.....
i will read the last book as i need to see what happens but i wasnt as pulled into this as i was the first two.
It was all a bit boring really..... I liked when Kalinda had a silent strength and bravery this fell short.....
i will read the last book as i need to see what happens but i wasnt as pulled into this as i was the first two.
rhidavies18's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
sad
tense
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
4.5