libraryofabibliotaph's review against another edition
4.0
Final chapter in the story of Naia, Fel, Leah, River and Azir.
In this second book of the duology, their story comes to an end. But don't worry, a lot of new and exciting things are being introduced in this story as well. It reads fluently, although including all POV's in each chapter was a downside of the story for me because at certain moments it slowed everything down. In some settings this works, but here it felt more like it was obligatory to include them all each time. Nevertheless the main characters were very wonderful, there was nobody I liked less than the others, they all have their unique personalities.
Except for some inconsistencies and illogical things, I did find this an enjoyable book to read. So I'd definitely suggest everybody who has read the first book and enjoyed it to continue with reading this one as well.
3,5/5 ⭐
I received an advanced copy of this book for review.
In this second book of the duology, their story comes to an end. But don't worry, a lot of new and exciting things are being introduced in this story as well. It reads fluently, although including all POV's in each chapter was a downside of the story for me because at certain moments it slowed everything down. In some settings this works, but here it felt more like it was obligatory to include them all each time. Nevertheless the main characters were very wonderful, there was nobody I liked less than the others, they all have their unique personalities.
Except for some inconsistencies and illogical things, I did find this an enjoyable book to read. So I'd definitely suggest everybody who has read the first book and enjoyed it to continue with reading this one as well.
3,5/5 ⭐
I received an advanced copy of this book for review.
mrs_elliott19's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
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
5.0
I loved this book as much as I loved the first!!
practicallysprout's review
There is just so much going on that I couldn't keep going. I want to try and come back to this book eventually however
shelves_by_sim's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Dragons. Who would have thought the legend was true? That they actually exist? But Leah has no choice but to believe it, because she witnessed Fel turn into one. While Leah is still struggling with her deathbringer magic, she realises that Fel will be safer if she isn't with him. Atleast until she can block out the voice in her head.
Fel, on the other hand, travels all the way to Fernick to find a Dragon Lord who can help him. Instead, he finds an entire hidden population of dragons just like him. But just like in Aluria, there is unrest in the land of the Dragons. And it all seems to stem from a powerful being whose consciousness has been trapped in the hollow and is trying to make it's way back to its home realm.
Naia and River have so much to deal with. Between trying to save the Ancient village, looking after her kingdom while her father and brother are away and dealing with the threat of ironhold all at once, they still need to navigate their new relationship. But River seems less like himself lately and Naia has to figure out why before it's too late.
My thoughts:
I loved, loved, loved this book! Where the first book was more world building and fimilarizing, this book was all mystery and action! I loved the plots, the twists, just the story as a whole. All the characters are so interesting and they each had there own unique journeys! There is so much mystery and so many shocks to the system! I loved the dragons, the magic and finally having all those little ends tied up. What a brilliant way to wrap up these two books 😍
Fel, on the other hand, travels all the way to Fernick to find a Dragon Lord who can help him. Instead, he finds an entire hidden population of dragons just like him. But just like in Aluria, there is unrest in the land of the Dragons. And it all seems to stem from a powerful being whose consciousness has been trapped in the hollow and is trying to make it's way back to its home realm.
Naia and River have so much to deal with. Between trying to save the Ancient village, looking after her kingdom while her father and brother are away and dealing with the threat of ironhold all at once, they still need to navigate their new relationship. But River seems less like himself lately and Naia has to figure out why before it's too late.
My thoughts:
I loved, loved, loved this book! Where the first book was more world building and fimilarizing, this book was all mystery and action! I loved the plots, the twists, just the story as a whole. All the characters are so interesting and they each had there own unique journeys! There is so much mystery and so many shocks to the system! I loved the dragons, the magic and finally having all those little ends tied up. What a brilliant way to wrap up these two books 😍
rat_queen's review
adventurous
hopeful
mysterious
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? No
3.0
andervic000's review
4.0
A fun sequel that builds upon the first book. The summary at the start of the book allows you to jump right back in. It was great seeing the characters deal with new problems and face their troubles past. The new elements of magic make the world even more intriguing.
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