A review by thebookishmindset
The Eternal Ones by Namina Forna

adventurous emotional fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

(Minor spoilers if you’ve not read the other two! I’ve tried to keep it as spoiler free as possible so hopefully there’s not too much if you plan to start the series..)

In this final book of the trilogy, Deka and her friends are finding what it means to help Deka fulfil her destiny, whether it’s one she chose or not. 

Wow what an ending to this trilogy! I finished the first book back in June 2021 and I can honestly say that Deka has stayed with me this whole time. 

If you’ve followed me for a while then you’ll know I absolutely adore this series. We have incredible young women fighting for what’s right in a patriarchal world set on keeping them quiet and under control. Friends have stuck by her side from beginning and their bonds only strengthen as we continue their journey.

The Eternal Ones is no different in this aspect. Deka faces more hardships and disappointments as she finishes her quest. She’s grown so much through the books but she’s still a young woman, she still is learning how to cope with all that’s thrown at her and honestly I love that about her. She’s still a bit messy and can’t believe how unfair it is sometimes, but she’s also fiercely loyal to her friends and refuses to give up.

This was a fitting end to a woman who will go down in fictional history in my eyes. I sobbed my way through the last 40 or so pages. I know I’m going to miss them all.

If you’re a YA fantasy fan I cannot recommend this series enough. Please do yourself a favour and pick it up this year.