melc103's review against another edition
4.0
This book is an easy read, which is a bless to me as I'm in the middle of reading slump. I shouldn't have read books in one single genre...As the third instalment of a series, it draws me into the world quickly. After a few chapters, I actually forgot it was not a stand-alone.
I like that it has a manageable amount of cast. I have a habit of noting down character names because I've been in love with Fantasy generally. This is technically a dystopian novel but leans towards a fantasy. I'm super grateful for the reasonable amount of characters for me to remember and connect with. Hector, Mastuck and Callan hold a part in my heart.
It is a surviving story. I see the need of "surviving" in everyone's eyes even though people(well not necessarily human, not to spoil much) in the Pale, letting alone others exiled. No one is secured. I enjoyed the tension.
The ending is not what I expected but still satisfying. I reckon this is supposed to be what people could and would get on land like this. Overall, this book did not fail me and it was there just at the right time.
I like that it has a manageable amount of cast. I have a habit of noting down character names because I've been in love with Fantasy generally. This is technically a dystopian novel but leans towards a fantasy. I'm super grateful for the reasonable amount of characters for me to remember and connect with. Hector, Mastuck and Callan hold a part in my heart.
It is a surviving story. I see the need of "surviving" in everyone's eyes even though people(well not necessarily human, not to spoil much) in the Pale, letting alone others exiled. No one is secured. I enjoyed the tension.
The ending is not what I expected but still satisfying. I reckon this is supposed to be what people could and would get on land like this. Overall, this book did not fail me and it was there just at the right time.
maitaylor01's review against another edition
4.0
Wow, what a series. I have thoroughly enjoyed all of these books, and The Ruined Land presents a fitting finale.
We join the inhabitants of Broad Plain in turbulent times for them all, as the PPA continues to reveal its after effects. As the makers of Newkeep Port seemed to flourish I found I was deeply satisfied to see Brettin flounder as the new leader of the Settlement. I have loved to hate her throughout the series and as she has become ever more despicable I have enjoyed her more and more.
As the story unfolded, the plans of the ruling factions of the Pale made me nervous for those on the Outside that I have come to consider my friends. However I was surprised to find that I could sympathise more with the actions of the humachines of the Pale who have, over time, been stripped of all humanity than the cruel actions of those in the Settlement who pride themselves on on being the purist humans alive. That said, the livewear of the Pale inhabitants seemed to be becoming more and more pronounced, making for an interesting shift of dynamic there.
Watching the different packs and allegiances form in sometimes unexpected ways touched my heart as all my favourite characters found their pace in the world, not least darling little Rasti whose unending dedication to Feather was just adorable.
I suspect I have been a little slow on the uptake of the Clare Rhoden’s intentions, especially considering how clearly I could see the landscape, but it was only the arrival of the Shaking Landers that put me in mind of Australia (Broad Plain) and New Zealand (The Shaking Land).
The Ruined Land presents a devastating end for many inhabitants of Broad Plain, but all in all it is a very satisfying ending to a brilliant series and a spectacularly well developed world.
We join the inhabitants of Broad Plain in turbulent times for them all, as the PPA continues to reveal its after effects. As the makers of Newkeep Port seemed to flourish I found I was deeply satisfied to see Brettin flounder as the new leader of the Settlement. I have loved to hate her throughout the series and as she has become ever more despicable I have enjoyed her more and more.
As the story unfolded, the plans of the ruling factions of the Pale made me nervous for those on the Outside that I have come to consider my friends. However I was surprised to find that I could sympathise more with the actions of the humachines of the Pale who have, over time, been stripped of all humanity than the cruel actions of those in the Settlement who pride themselves on on being the purist humans alive. That said, the livewear of the Pale inhabitants seemed to be becoming more and more pronounced, making for an interesting shift of dynamic there.
Watching the different packs and allegiances form in sometimes unexpected ways touched my heart as all my favourite characters found their pace in the world, not least darling little Rasti whose unending dedication to Feather was just adorable.
I suspect I have been a little slow on the uptake of the Clare Rhoden’s intentions, especially considering how clearly I could see the landscape, but it was only the arrival of the Shaking Landers that put me in mind of Australia (Broad Plain) and New Zealand (The Shaking Land).
The Ruined Land presents a devastating end for many inhabitants of Broad Plain, but all in all it is a very satisfying ending to a brilliant series and a spectacularly well developed world.
samanthapearl's review against another edition
3.0
The Ruined Land is the final book in The Chronicles Of Pale Trilogy. Finally, all our questions are answered and the conclusion is drawn.
In the first two books The Pale and Broad Plain Darkening, Clare creates this world that can only come from true artistic talent. Along with the strange world she also created all sorts of amazing creatures. The canini (my personal favorite), the humanoids, and the equii just to name a few. These amazing creatures all accompany us to the final end of our journey where everything comes to its finale.
So I know this review is vague, but I feel like it kind of has to be. Everything is so nicely placed where one thing fades into another and everything intertwines in a way where giving away just a little too much of anything could spoil it. All I can say is start from the beginning and let Clare take you on an awesome journey that you won't regret going on.
The pace is kept constant throughout the whole trilolgy. While I love the consistency throught the books it also means this one was a slow-burn as well. I don't think slow-burns are a bad thing, they just aren't MY thing. However, it's important to point out that I still thought this was awesome for what it was. The writing and the overall creativity behind this is amazing. One thing I'll give away is that the creatures are ones we have today, but they are ... changed. Just read at least the first book, this is a world you don't want to miss.
You can find this and all my other reviews at
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In the first two books The Pale and Broad Plain Darkening, Clare creates this world that can only come from true artistic talent. Along with the strange world she also created all sorts of amazing creatures. The canini (my personal favorite), the humanoids, and the equii just to name a few. These amazing creatures all accompany us to the final end of our journey where everything comes to its finale.
So I know this review is vague, but I feel like it kind of has to be. Everything is so nicely placed where one thing fades into another and everything intertwines in a way where giving away just a little too much of anything could spoil it. All I can say is start from the beginning and let Clare take you on an awesome journey that you won't regret going on.
The pace is kept constant throughout the whole trilolgy. While I love the consistency throught the books it also means this one was a slow-burn as well. I don't think slow-burns are a bad thing, they just aren't MY thing. However, it's important to point out that I still thought this was awesome for what it was. The writing and the overall creativity behind this is amazing. One thing I'll give away is that the creatures are ones we have today, but they are ... changed. Just read at least the first book, this is a world you don't want to miss.
You can find this and all my other reviews at
Https://fourmoonreviews.blogspot.com/
pixiejazz's review
4.0
The Ruined Land is the final book in the Chronicles of the Pale trilogy.
Things are coming to a head as the citizens of the Pale venture out of their walled city, which is crumbling beneath their feet. They plan to take over the land Outside, even if it means destroying the others who live there. Will anyone survive?
This book was a bit of a doozy. It's full of action, and it kept me on my toes. I flew through The Ruined Land, eager to see how it would all play out. And I have to say, I wasn't disappointed.
I don't want to spoil anything, because I really think fans of dystopian fiction should read this trilogy, so I'll just say if you enjoy books with well-written characters you can root for (and also dislike), imaginative world-building, and an intelligent, unique, and thought-provoking plot, you'll want to get your copies of all three books today. You won't be disappointed.
4.5 stars!
Things are coming to a head as the citizens of the Pale venture out of their walled city, which is crumbling beneath their feet. They plan to take over the land Outside, even if it means destroying the others who live there. Will anyone survive?
This book was a bit of a doozy. It's full of action, and it kept me on my toes. I flew through The Ruined Land, eager to see how it would all play out. And I have to say, I wasn't disappointed.
I don't want to spoil anything, because I really think fans of dystopian fiction should read this trilogy, so I'll just say if you enjoy books with well-written characters you can root for (and also dislike), imaginative world-building, and an intelligent, unique, and thought-provoking plot, you'll want to get your copies of all three books today. You won't be disappointed.
4.5 stars!
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