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4.13 AVERAGE
4.13 AVERAGE
This was a good transition story... there were follow-ups with many of the couples we've met in past stories. There were a couple of stories-within-the-story that were interesting. I wouldn't say this exactly moved the series forward, but it was still interesting. I will admit that sometimes I couldn't keep who was who straight, lol. There are a *lot* of them by now.
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I was glad they found the taken changeling, and I was also really happy that Xavier found his Nina.
This may have been my favorite so far in the series.
No silly romance. No heaving whatsits. Just a wonderful plot and all the backstory as the fore-story. Plus pupcubs.
More of these, please!
No silly romance. No heaving whatsits. Just a wonderful plot and all the backstory as the fore-story. Plus pupcubs.
More of these, please!
E-arc received to give an honest review. My total admiration of Nalini Singh had no standing on my personal feelings for the book. I can't really write too much without making this into a spoiler review and I hate those types of reviews so this is not going to be a long review.
When I started Allegiance I went in knowing that it was going to be multiple P.O.V. I also knew it was going to be a complete Psy/Changeling novel, no short stories. What I did not know was that Ms. Singh was going to pack this book to the brim with all the characters that we have come to know and love. Now I won't lie all the switching gave me a headache, until I realized that is she still running the same plotline throughout all the different points of view. She also does an amazing job of running the plot line while catching us up on everything that is happening with the various couples. I found myself eagerly awaiting the next pov switch - who would give me the next piece of information and character update. I truly believe though that the best parts and also the most informative were the letters that were sprinkled throughout the entire book, but didn't take anything away from the bottom storyline, because Singh made sure everything connected - everything. We finally get some back story on the human that was best friends with two very dangerously powerful Psy.
There was never a dull moment in the book, there was also a lot happening but that just underlined one very important thing that I think brought the whole purpose of the book to the forefront... The Psy, the Changeling and the humans were working together to get to a place were they could coexist without issues. Yes, there was your usual suspects that were firmly against the unification of the races, but the love, respect and pure stubbornness that our good guys possess was enough to eclipse all the hate. The title of the book pretty much sums it up with no issues ALLEGIANCE OF HONOR. These races gave their allegiance to one another nothing and no one is going to take that a way from them. Their honor will not let them back down or turn a blind eye to the happenings in the world because it all affects them in some way shape or form. They are united and they refuse to go back to what they were. Sascha I think said it a best... "I believe in us... All of us. I believe we'll find a way out of the darkness. The consortium won't win-and in beating it, we'll forge bonds no one will be able to break."
She had it right, except for one thing. The bonds are already forged, they just have to reinforce them with hardened steel wrapped in love, understanding and acceptance.
Allegiance Of Honor is the book that gave us all hope that things would be great, that the races could survive with help from one another. Allegiance is the book that put it all in prospective for them all and gave off one simple statement from our many hero's (even if some don't think they are) in my opinion - YOU ARE EITHER WITH US OR AGAINST US AND WE DON'T PLAN ON LOSING.
When I started Allegiance I went in knowing that it was going to be multiple P.O.V. I also knew it was going to be a complete Psy/Changeling novel, no short stories. What I did not know was that Ms. Singh was going to pack this book to the brim with all the characters that we have come to know and love. Now I won't lie all the switching gave me a headache, until I realized that is she still running the same plotline throughout all the different points of view. She also does an amazing job of running the plot line while catching us up on everything that is happening with the various couples. I found myself eagerly awaiting the next pov switch - who would give me the next piece of information and character update. I truly believe though that the best parts and also the most informative were the letters that were sprinkled throughout the entire book, but didn't take anything away from the bottom storyline, because Singh made sure everything connected - everything. We finally get some back story on the human that was best friends with two very dangerously powerful Psy.
There was never a dull moment in the book, there was also a lot happening but that just underlined one very important thing that I think brought the whole purpose of the book to the forefront... The Psy, the Changeling and the humans were working together to get to a place were they could coexist without issues. Yes, there was your usual suspects that were firmly against the unification of the races, but the love, respect and pure stubbornness that our good guys possess was enough to eclipse all the hate. The title of the book pretty much sums it up with no issues ALLEGIANCE OF HONOR. These races gave their allegiance to one another nothing and no one is going to take that a way from them. Their honor will not let them back down or turn a blind eye to the happenings in the world because it all affects them in some way shape or form. They are united and they refuse to go back to what they were. Sascha I think said it a best... "I believe in us... All of us. I believe we'll find a way out of the darkness. The consortium won't win-and in beating it, we'll forge bonds no one will be able to break."
She had it right, except for one thing. The bonds are already forged, they just have to reinforce them with hardened steel wrapped in love, understanding and acceptance.
Allegiance Of Honor is the book that gave us all hope that things would be great, that the races could survive with help from one another. Allegiance is the book that put it all in prospective for them all and gave off one simple statement from our many hero's (even if some don't think they are) in my opinion - YOU ARE EITHER WITH US OR AGAINST US AND WE DON'T PLAN ON LOSING.
Review originally posted http://fictionvixen.com/review-allegiance-honor-nalini-singh/
In almost every long running series readers can get a bit lost when it gets to the point when so many characters are introduced and the main series arc continues to build layer upon layer of new information with every new release. I’m a huge fan of the Psy-Changeling series, yet I still have to go back occasionally and remind myself of certain character pairings and specific plot points. Which is why I was thankful that Allegiance of Honor gave me a refresher as the next big series arc starts to play out.
Because the Trinity Accord is still brand spanking new the leaders find themselves trying to balance trust with suspicion and wariness. Especially as it becomes obvious that there is a traitor within its ranks. The Consortium, in its fight to bring down Trinity, has turned its attention toward the daughter of Lucas and Sascha. Naya, a mix of both of her parents, is an unknown in a world where humans, changelings and Psy are slowly learning to work together to achieve peace. And that’s just one of the many frightening things arising now that this world is changing.
This is a hard book to review because SO MANY POINTS OF VIEW. I think almost every single character Ms. Singh has ever introduced was at least mentioned, which was nice, but could have been confusing. Thankfully even though the POV shifts repeatedly I was able to keep up easily as Ms. Singh moved from couple to couple and conflict to conflict. If you’ve wondered how Hawk and Sienna are doing, you’ll find out. Want to catch up on Kaleb, Sahara and the current status of the PsyNet? Need to know how many pupcubs Mercy ends up having and which changeling group they officially belong to? Are you desperate to find out more about the water changelings and if more of their missing members will be located? Don’t worry, everything you’ve wanted to know more about is touched upon. There might even be some hints on the relationship between Anthony and Nikita. While there is a lot of wonderful and heartfelt moments, there is also the sense that all this so new and delicate that it could all be shattered in a moment.
I kind of wondered after so many books if this series would slowly start to wrap up, but after reading Allegiance of Honor it’s clear that there is so much more in this world left to delve into. I have so many questions that need answers. So many characters I’d like to see have an HEA. Kids I’d like to see grow up and find their places in the world. Relationships I wish would blossom into more, Psy family groups I need to know more about and backstories I want to explore. All I can say is I look forward to whatever Ms. Singh has planned next. Final Grade- B
Favorite Quote: (Because I just can’t get enough of Kaleb and Sahara)
“
Her eyes held his own and he knew his gaze was obsidian, devoid of stars. “I trust you with every tiny particle of my being and every corner of my soul,” Sahara said. “If you ever say there’s no hope, that it’s time for the last throw of the dice, then I’ll be right there beside you.”
In almost every long running series readers can get a bit lost when it gets to the point when so many characters are introduced and the main series arc continues to build layer upon layer of new information with every new release. I’m a huge fan of the Psy-Changeling series, yet I still have to go back occasionally and remind myself of certain character pairings and specific plot points. Which is why I was thankful that Allegiance of Honor gave me a refresher as the next big series arc starts to play out.
Because the Trinity Accord is still brand spanking new the leaders find themselves trying to balance trust with suspicion and wariness. Especially as it becomes obvious that there is a traitor within its ranks. The Consortium, in its fight to bring down Trinity, has turned its attention toward the daughter of Lucas and Sascha. Naya, a mix of both of her parents, is an unknown in a world where humans, changelings and Psy are slowly learning to work together to achieve peace. And that’s just one of the many frightening things arising now that this world is changing.
This is a hard book to review because SO MANY POINTS OF VIEW. I think almost every single character Ms. Singh has ever introduced was at least mentioned, which was nice, but could have been confusing. Thankfully even though the POV shifts repeatedly I was able to keep up easily as Ms. Singh moved from couple to couple and conflict to conflict. If you’ve wondered how Hawk and Sienna are doing, you’ll find out. Want to catch up on Kaleb, Sahara and the current status of the PsyNet? Need to know how many pupcubs Mercy ends up having and which changeling group they officially belong to? Are you desperate to find out more about the water changelings and if more of their missing members will be located? Don’t worry, everything you’ve wanted to know more about is touched upon. There might even be some hints on the relationship between Anthony and Nikita. While there is a lot of wonderful and heartfelt moments, there is also the sense that all this so new and delicate that it could all be shattered in a moment.
I kind of wondered after so many books if this series would slowly start to wrap up, but after reading Allegiance of Honor it’s clear that there is so much more in this world left to delve into. I have so many questions that need answers. So many characters I’d like to see have an HEA. Kids I’d like to see grow up and find their places in the world. Relationships I wish would blossom into more, Psy family groups I need to know more about and backstories I want to explore. All I can say is I look forward to whatever Ms. Singh has planned next. Final Grade- B
Favorite Quote: (Because I just can’t get enough of Kaleb and Sahara)
“
Her eyes held his own and he knew his gaze was obsidian, devoid of stars. “I trust you with every tiny particle of my being and every corner of my soul,” Sahara said. “If you ever say there’s no hope, that it’s time for the last throw of the dice, then I’ll be right there beside you.”
Upon reading other peoples reviews I knew that this book would be different from the others in the series. There was still Nalini's typical action/suspense/sexy scenes, but you also got to see lots of different perspectives during their day-to-day lives. I was like a bunch of her short stories put together in a book. Yes, there were points that were slow but that makes sense because not everyday something fantastic happens. Probably what I liked most about the book was the ending, how everything ties itself together in a crazy was that it isn't till everyone is together that I went "wow she created an entire world here" I realized it before...but the entire magnitude of it really got to me. How each character flawlessly fit into each others lives, how everyone didn't become friends in a day, there had to be trust and communication.
Overall, I thought this book was a good closing book for this series. It will be interesting to see if she ever comes back to some of the characters when they are gown...one can hope!
Overall, I thought this book was a good closing book for this series. It will be interesting to see if she ever comes back to some of the characters when they are gown...one can hope!
Parts of this book were very well done. Others were subpar. I didn't really enjoy the combination of all of the perspectives in this story, it felt highly disjointed. However, it wasn't terrible and it definitely gave an excellent jumping-off point for the larger worldview.
This series just keeps getting better and more emotional as it goes on. Love being immersed within this world.
I have to say that this is one of my favorite all time series. When real life gets to be too much, I read (or re-read as the case may be) one of this series. I love every story, every glimpse into this wonderful world the author has created. This book had some lovely moments that I will have to re-read again and again. Not to mention two suspenseful story lines running though this book that had me on the edge of my seat until the very end.
http://www.nyx-shadow.com/2016/08/psy-changeling-t15-allegiance-of-honour.html
Très différent des autres romans. Pas de nouveaux personnages à proprement parler, mais l'auteur fait un tour d'horizon de tout ce petit monde (même si Faith et Vaughn sont pas mal en retrait). On voit la vie continuer, et toutes les petites joies qui leur donne la force de continuer à se battre. Pour autant, l'auteur n'oublie pas de mettre un peu de tension en s'occupant d'une disparue ainsi qu'en plantant les bases du second arc de la série : Le Consortium.
Très différent des autres romans. Pas de nouveaux personnages à proprement parler, mais l'auteur fait un tour d'horizon de tout ce petit monde (même si Faith et Vaughn sont pas mal en retrait). On voit la vie continuer, et toutes les petites joies qui leur donne la force de continuer à se battre. Pour autant, l'auteur n'oublie pas de mettre un peu de tension en s'occupant d'une disparue ainsi qu'en plantant les bases du second arc de la série : Le Consortium.