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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 against another edition
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
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
tstreet's review against another edition
4.0
Absolutely amazing! I hate that they lost Father Shaan and it will be difficult for them to plan escapes and strategic moves. I hate Tarek and how he haunts her even in death. I love Ashwin so much and I love how he actually cares about Kali but I hate that she is under the influence of the demon. I hate Deven’s jealously and wish he would get over it. I love that she let’s go of Tarek and is able to be at peace finally. I hate that Kur is set free but I love that Deven escapes him.
amberlts's review against another edition
4.0
Not the strongest link in the series, but still an essential piece.
booksandlemonsquash's review against another edition
3.0
I received this book from the publisher via Net Galley in exchange for an honest review.
I took a while to get back into this detailed and gorgeous world, but once I was there I loved how it all played out. The war between the three sides was well done - I especially liked what happens between the rebels and Ashwin’s side.
I also loved getting to see more of the competitors from the second tournament and some of their part of the world.
There’s a couple of things that made me knock this down from four stars to 3.5 - firstly the POV changes worked well previously, but I struggled to keep up a little here. And second, the action capitulates a little quickly for my taste. There’s lots of build up and it suddenly seemed to be over.
Having said that, I loved how it ended and what it implies for the fourth and final book.
I took a while to get back into this detailed and gorgeous world, but once I was there I loved how it all played out. The war between the three sides was well done - I especially liked what happens between the rebels and Ashwin’s side.
I also loved getting to see more of the competitors from the second tournament and some of their part of the world.
There’s a couple of things that made me knock this down from four stars to 3.5 - firstly the POV changes worked well previously, but I struggled to keep up a little here. And second, the action capitulates a little quickly for my taste. There’s lots of build up and it suddenly seemed to be over.
Having said that, I loved how it ended and what it implies for the fourth and final book.
mapmurph's review against another edition
3.0
I enjoyed the first two books of this series. At about the halfway point in this book, I really tired of the back and forth chapter changes between Kalinda and Deven. I also found that their romance is a bit tiresome. I found it hard to continue reading this book but I kept going because I was committed. With the ending of the book, I had hoped that there wouldn't be another, that there would be some closure but I see that a fourth book is pending.