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A review by carolinevogt
The Shadow Rising by Robert Jordan
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
sad
tense
slow-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
4.0
In this fourth book, evil is rising all around our characters, and the shadow really is on the rise with danger around every corner. The characters are as always incredibly complex and well-rounded. Each suffers and must overcome their own journeys - my heart especially goes out to Perrin. Following his journey was so touching and heartbreaking. Through it all, my favourite characters were absolutely him and Faile. Although, if you like me listen to this series as audiobooks, you'll definitely have a moment of 'how the f... do I spell "fah-eel"? Fail?!' 💀
Also, Rand exploring the Three-fold Land was giving MASSIVE Dune vibes.
I do wish the book had ended with Nynaeve's epic battle, instead of Rand's battle which felt a lot less 'wow'. I get why Jordan wanted the book to end with a battle between Rand and one of his enemies, as this is very clearly the pattern the previous three books followed too - I just personally thought Nynaeve's was way better, she's such a badass.
Also, Rand exploring the Three-fold Land was giving MASSIVE Dune vibes.
I do wish the book had ended with Nynaeve's epic battle, instead of Rand's battle which felt a lot less 'wow'. I get why Jordan wanted the book to end with a battle between Rand and one of his enemies, as this is very clearly the pattern the previous three books followed too - I just personally thought Nynaeve's was way better, she's such a badass.