nikolson's review against another edition
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.25
iphigenias's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Reread. Something about this book will always feel a little rushed and unfinished to me. BUT epilogue of my heart
novel_nomad's review against another edition
5.0
I simply adore this book. There are truly no words to describe how deeply I adore this book. Celine has concluded her beautifully realistic trilogy with great heart and emotion, making 'The Moorehawke Trilogy' one of the best series I have ever read.
I was so deeply engrossed in the story that at every twist and turn I fretted over the outcomes and reactions. Even when I was pried away from the book for sleep, meals and university lectures, I was constantly thinking about the latest plot development. Celine has managed to keep the secrets developed with the first two books teasing upon the edges of the story until they are suddenly brought forth and the truth exposed. I shall not divulge any plot spoilers, because ‘The Rebel Prince’ needs to be read whilst your hairs are standing on end and your gut is churning at all the possible endings to this magnificent trilogy.
I was so deeply engrossed in the story that at every twist and turn I fretted over the outcomes and reactions. Even when I was pried away from the book for sleep, meals and university lectures, I was constantly thinking about the latest plot development. Celine has managed to keep the secrets developed with the first two books teasing upon the edges of the story until they are suddenly brought forth and the truth exposed. I shall not divulge any plot spoilers, because ‘The Rebel Prince’ needs to be read whilst your hairs are standing on end and your gut is churning at all the possible endings to this magnificent trilogy.
novel_nomad's review against another edition
5.0
Another re-read for this year, and I am not sure why but I find myself hopelessly drawn back to the Moorehawke world and the central trio. I suppose it is the combination of strong unique characters and wonderful writing that has me pulling these books from the shelf.
drey72's review against another edition
3.0
The Rebel Prince is the third and last book in Celine Kiernan's Moorehawke trilogy, where Wynter Moorehawke has gone from daughter of the King's best friend to orphan on the run with the King's bastard and his best friend, looking for the Prince who's gathering all the Kingdom's enemies in the shadow of the woods...
Wynter, Razi, and Christopher travel with the Merron and finally find Alberon's camp, where she's stunned when she finds out what he's planning to do. Good intentions aside, politics rears its ugly head and tempers are fraying. The tension rises when they realize that the King probably knows their whereabouts and an ambush or attack is forthcoming.
Character: I still like Wynter, Christopher, and Razi, but out of all three, Wynter developed the most in the series. Alberon is finally introduced in this book, and it seems like he totally got the short shrift here, because he should have more than this opportunity to share what his reasons are for what he did and why he went about it the way he did...
Pace & Plot: Celine Kiernan has you on tenterhooks as you turn the pages to find out what happens to Wynter and her friends. The scenes are pretty realistic as the situation gets more dire, and you can feel Wynter's frustration with her friends as they try to navigate their way to safety.
This series is worth reading if you're a fan of YA fantasy.
Wynter, Razi, and Christopher travel with the Merron and finally find Alberon's camp, where she's stunned when she finds out what he's planning to do. Good intentions aside, politics rears its ugly head and tempers are fraying. The tension rises when they realize that the King probably knows their whereabouts and an ambush or attack is forthcoming.
Character: I still like Wynter, Christopher, and Razi, but out of all three, Wynter developed the most in the series. Alberon is finally introduced in this book, and it seems like he totally got the short shrift here, because he should have more than this opportunity to share what his reasons are for what he did and why he went about it the way he did...
Pace & Plot: Celine Kiernan has you on tenterhooks as you turn the pages to find out what happens to Wynter and her friends. The scenes are pretty realistic as the situation gets more dire, and you can feel Wynter's frustration with her friends as they try to navigate their way to safety.
This series is worth reading if you're a fan of YA fantasy.
curliesstories's review against another edition
2.0
The third book of the trilogy. It was really boring 300 pages of the book where devoted to political nonsense in a camp. And all the problems where solved in 1 or 2 chapters at the end '-.- Why do you need 3 books if the problem is solved in less then 50-70 pages or something.
reginaexmachina's review against another edition
4.0
I would have given the book 5 stars save for the last chapter. Really? It's not even in the heroine's POV. But aside from my little complaint it was a decent ending to a really great YA fantasy series. I'm sorry to see it end and I hope the author continues to write in this genre. It's definitely some of the best YA I've read in a while and they all kept me completely hooked.
tebi's review against another edition
5.0
Just finished reading it and I cannot think of anything to say except that I absolutely loved this book and this series. I am not completely sold on the ending yet but I suspect it will grow on me a lot in the next couple of days. Superb writing, amazing characters, and a plot that had me closing the book at times because I couldn't handle the suspense anymore, what more could you want?
nanniclover's review
5.0
OMG! I want more!
This trilogy is formidable! Instantly one of my favourites and I already miss it, its wonderful characters and intricately wrought story.
This trilogy is formidable! Instantly one of my favourites and I already miss it, its wonderful characters and intricately wrought story.