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whatsherface6's review against another edition
5.0
The time jump was alarming at first but it didn’t feel like we missed anything since major events are often remembered. More and more hints to the big mystery are revealed but end up making the mystery even more mysterious!
Edit: I’ve already read this book and series and know how everything turns out. So why am I crying like a baby at the end? Its such a captivating world! I’ve been drawn into the story all over again.
Edit: I’ve already read this book and series and know how everything turns out. So why am I crying like a baby at the end? Its such a captivating world! I’ve been drawn into the story all over again.
minb's review
1.0
What’s the point in getting us invested in a love interest when it doesn’t happen? Ridiculous. No payoff
writings_of_a_reader's review
4.0
Owen Kiskaddon first came to the court of the formidable King Severn as a prisoner, winning favor with the stormy monarch by masquerading as a boy truly blessed by the Fountain. Nine years hence, the once-fearful Owen has grown into a confident young man, mentored in battle and politics by Duke Horwath and deeply in love with his childhood friend, the duke’s granddaughter. But the blissful future Owen and Elysabeth Mortimer anticipate seems doomed by the king’s machinations.
A pretender to Severn’s throne has vowed to seize the crown of Kingfountain. But Severn means to combat the threat by using Elysabeth as bait to snare the imposter—and forcing Owen, as a pawn in the dangerous charade, to choose between duty and devotion. With poisoners and spies circling ominously, and war looming on the horizon, Owen must make painful sacrifices to beat back the advancing shadows of death and disaster. Will Owen’s conflicted heart follow the king’s path or will he risk everything for love?
This was a great follow up to The Queen's Poisoner. I think one thing that I find really appealing about this series is that it can be read by multiple ages and still enjoyed. I like how easy this author's book are to read. They are perfect for when I want to read fantasy, but not something too heavy. The only negative is that I think Wheeler tends to tell instead of show a little too much sometimes. However, I really do like the characters and the world building. The characters are all so easy to become invested in, and the villains are not so clear cut. There are multiple layers to these characters. It will be interesting to see how the different relationships develop in future books. Overall this was really good. The ending broke my heart, but it also made me want to read more.
Review also posted at Writings of a Reader
A pretender to Severn’s throne has vowed to seize the crown of Kingfountain. But Severn means to combat the threat by using Elysabeth as bait to snare the imposter—and forcing Owen, as a pawn in the dangerous charade, to choose between duty and devotion. With poisoners and spies circling ominously, and war looming on the horizon, Owen must make painful sacrifices to beat back the advancing shadows of death and disaster. Will Owen’s conflicted heart follow the king’s path or will he risk everything for love?
This was a great follow up to The Queen's Poisoner. I think one thing that I find really appealing about this series is that it can be read by multiple ages and still enjoyed. I like how easy this author's book are to read. They are perfect for when I want to read fantasy, but not something too heavy. The only negative is that I think Wheeler tends to tell instead of show a little too much sometimes. However, I really do like the characters and the world building. The characters are all so easy to become invested in, and the villains are not so clear cut. There are multiple layers to these characters. It will be interesting to see how the different relationships develop in future books. Overall this was really good. The ending broke my heart, but it also made me want to read more.
Review also posted at Writings of a Reader
stressiex's review
5.0
I would have finished this days ago but I got sick and reading was not my top priority at the time. (KISS HER)
asl4u's review against another edition
The kingfountain series is a methodical plod - for lack of a better word. Its not in a hurry and its not slow to the point - its just like breathing.. it happens automatically and in its own time. It does keep my interest(and I'm immediately off to book 3)- it just doesnt move as fast as the muirwood series.
I'm enjoying the story - and the people and the world... Its good.
I'm enjoying the story - and the people and the world... Its good.
jebba_debba_doo's review
5.0
4.5 stars. This was an enjoyable sequel that and it left me wanting to read the next book immediately. It was great to follow Owen and Evie as young adults and the adventures and heartbreaks they experience.
franjipan13's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5