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holly_153's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
sad
tense
fast-paced
5.0
asl4u's review
4.0
This is the first book of the series that left hanging threads between two books. its a great stiry - but a little disconcerting to be keft hanging in the story lines of a couple characters.
hellobookbird's review against another edition
5.0
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for a free ARC in exchange for an honest review.
While I can sing multiple praises for the Kingfountain series in general, I have many more for The Silent Shield itself. Thank the ever-loving heavens I was able to read this back-to-back with The Hollow Crown. Seriously.
The Silent Shield picks up almost a year after the initial battle with Gahalatine's forces - the brief respite granted by the foreign King when he suspected treachery at play. During that time, Treynne has grown into a strong young woman in her role as both Oath Maiden and the Lady of Averanche. Both Fallon and Elwis have grown into strong and competent men, lords of their own respective holds.
Wheeler wastes no time in getting things moving. Owen Kiskaddon is still missing. By 20%, King Drew has another major player removed from his arsenal, further crippling his council. By 30%, Trynne's entire family has been upended. By 40%, Galahatine has launched the first major battle against four of King Drew's major fortresses (at once) and all but one is lost.
The rest of the book is a whirlwind of cat and mouse between King Drew's people and King Gahalatine's...all leading up to the final battle at Dundrennan. The threads of fate all start weaving together to show the final stage where we are left breathless and awestruck.
I can't wait for The Forsaken Throne but I really don't know how it will top this. I honestly believe The Silent Shield is Wheeler's best work yet.
Recommended for absolutely everyone...especially those that love a well-developed read full of magic, suspense, and intrigue. Two thumbs way, way up!
While I can sing multiple praises for the Kingfountain series in general, I have many more for The Silent Shield itself. Thank the ever-loving heavens I was able to read this back-to-back with The Hollow Crown. Seriously.
The Silent Shield picks up almost a year after the initial battle with Gahalatine's forces - the brief respite granted by the foreign King when he suspected treachery at play. During that time, Treynne has grown into a strong young woman in her role as both Oath Maiden and the Lady of Averanche. Both Fallon and Elwis have grown into strong and competent men, lords of their own respective holds.
Wheeler wastes no time in getting things moving. Owen Kiskaddon is still missing. By 20%, King Drew has another major player removed from his arsenal, further crippling his council. By 30%, Trynne's entire family has been upended. By 40%, Galahatine has launched the first major battle against four of King Drew's major fortresses (at once) and all but one is lost.
The rest of the book is a whirlwind of cat and mouse between King Drew's people and King Gahalatine's...all leading up to the final battle at Dundrennan. The threads of fate all start weaving together to show the final stage where we are left breathless and awestruck.
I can't wait for The Forsaken Throne but I really don't know how it will top this. I honestly believe The Silent Shield is Wheeler's best work yet.
Recommended for absolutely everyone...especially those that love a well-developed read full of magic, suspense, and intrigue. Two thumbs way, way up!
snowonthebeach_13's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
4.75
smurfle's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
Having read all 5 in the series so far, to me this series is my fantasy equivalent to junk food. I'm not expecting the world here and I'm not disappointed.
I enjoy Trynne's character, however I think there is room for development here when the author is writing female characters. Plot armour in every battle through the oath? 16 and an overwhelming desire for motherhood? Strong female lead resorting to marriage? Teenager thinking like an adult - all of the time?
This book is heavy on the 'middle of the trilogy' feelings, so I'm hoping alot gets resolved in the next book. I also hope that Trynne's character gains some nuance in the final book, has those occasional teenage moments ect. But overall an alright read.
I enjoy Trynne's character, however I think there is room for development here when the author is writing female characters. Plot armour in every battle through the oath? 16 and an overwhelming desire for motherhood? Strong female lead resorting to marriage? Teenager thinking like an adult - all of the time?
This book is heavy on the 'middle of the trilogy' feelings, so I'm hoping alot gets resolved in the next book. I also hope that Trynne's character gains some nuance in the final book, has those occasional teenage moments ect. But overall an alright read.
mafricke39's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
4.0