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An Honored Vow by Melissa Blair
4.25
adventurous emotional funny hopeful sad tense medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Complicated
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

What an explosive conclusion to The Halfling Saga!

After feeling a little let down by the third book, I approached An Honored Vow with caution, but Melissa Blair exceeded my expectations! The character development was exceptional, extending beyond the protagonists to include several side characters. 

The series' emphasis on strong, badass female warriors was both refreshing and empowering. It was also presented as a norm rather than an exception. 

Blair's portrayal of grief was profoundly moving, bringing me to tears multiple times. I hope she explores a spin-off or prequel series, as this world and its characters have so much more to offer!