jlen's review against another edition
5.0
I loved this book!! I was so happy Perin came back!! It was way to hard to lose him and Eza in the last book. This story had amazing creatures, a great adventure, and the perfect ending! This series was great!
vmith4's review against another edition
5.0
This book 3 but more like book 2 since one to me is like a prequel. I feel everyone who seek the stones ended up on a quest that will keep you stuck and not want to put the book down and miss a thing.
ania_star's review against another edition
5.0
The last book in one of my favorite series.
The story in Shadowed by Despair picks soon after evens of Veiled by Desire. Tavarra finally got, what she wished for such a long time, ever since she still lived in the sea and when she had to chain herself up every night. She is human. And very, very lost. She lost everyone she cared for and roams the land alone. One day she is captured by a person, who's partners she killed when she was a beast. And is saved by an unlikely ally, Jovkin. She always had a deep-rooted hatred for the species and killed them for no reason sometimes, but meeting him forced her to slowly shift her thinking.
Perin died. And he wakes up again, buried underground. When he emerges he is not totally the same, there is deep hungry forcing him to feed. He goes to the stone of desire, which offers him a solution, but not an easy one. One a journey for the cure, he is joined with Tavarra and her friend. If only he can keep his hunger at bay till the journey is over.
I just loved the ending, it brought the story full circle and it couldn't be more perfect for the story.
It's one of those books that you just can't put down. The world is very interesting, I loved the way you slowly discovered a new place, as the story moves along.
The word the describes the series the most, is unique. The world created, mythology and take on magical creatures, is one of a kind, I have never read anything similar.
It's so good!!! Highly recommend it! :)
received from Author
The story in Shadowed by Despair picks soon after evens of Veiled by Desire. Tavarra finally got, what she wished for such a long time, ever since she still lived in the sea and when she had to chain herself up every night. She is human. And very, very lost. She lost everyone she cared for and roams the land alone. One day she is captured by a person, who's partners she killed when she was a beast. And is saved by an unlikely ally, Jovkin. She always had a deep-rooted hatred for the species and killed them for no reason sometimes, but meeting him forced her to slowly shift her thinking.
Perin died. And he wakes up again, buried underground. When he emerges he is not totally the same, there is deep hungry forcing him to feed. He goes to the stone of desire, which offers him a solution, but not an easy one. One a journey for the cure, he is joined with Tavarra and her friend. If only he can keep his hunger at bay till the journey is over.
I just loved the ending, it brought the story full circle and it couldn't be more perfect for the story.
It's one of those books that you just can't put down. The world is very interesting, I loved the way you slowly discovered a new place, as the story moves along.
The word the describes the series the most, is unique. The world created, mythology and take on magical creatures, is one of a kind, I have never read anything similar.
It's so good!!! Highly recommend it! :)
received from Author
bookly68's review against another edition
5.0
I love this trilogy from the Laith world. Every book is sooo good, but I have to say this one is my FAVORITE...I LOVED IT!!!!!!
Perin’s story begins so tragic. But he meets up with Tavarra and it becomes not just an awesome adventure story, but a wonderful romance!!!
Tavarra stays by Perin’s side through his journey to find his cure from being a zombie. The love Tavarra shows, staying by his side helping him with his need to feed and fighting to find the cure, it’s so moving and I was completely wrapped up in it. The world in this book is incredible, with all the creatures and challenges it holds. The book is definitely a hard one to put down, I read it in less than 24 hrs. I’m sad the Laith world series Is over, but I know the author has many more great books to come!!!!
From the first book I read by Candace Robinson I fell in love with her stories. I haven’t missed one since. She has grown so much as a writer. She’s had a gift right from book one, but that gift has truly grown and blossomed. I look forward to reading many more books by her.
Perin’s story begins so tragic. But he meets up with Tavarra and it becomes not just an awesome adventure story, but a wonderful romance!!!
Tavarra stays by Perin’s side through his journey to find his cure from being a zombie. The love Tavarra shows, staying by his side helping him with his need to feed and fighting to find the cure, it’s so moving and I was completely wrapped up in it. The world in this book is incredible, with all the creatures and challenges it holds. The book is definitely a hard one to put down, I read it in less than 24 hrs. I’m sad the Laith world series Is over, but I know the author has many more great books to come!!!!
From the first book I read by Candace Robinson I fell in love with her stories. I haven’t missed one since. She has grown so much as a writer. She’s had a gift right from book one, but that gift has truly grown and blossomed. I look forward to reading many more books by her.
notamanda04's review against another edition
4.0
I receive a copy of Shadow By Despair for an honest review.
This is the 3rd book in the series and follows Perin and Tavarra.
Perin wakes up after then end of the second book to discover that he's not the person he was before. He decides to go find the stone of desire and ask for help.
The stone of Desire gives Perin a task for his favour. While preparing for his journey, he meets up with Tavarra and her Jovkin companion. Perin deals with his new nature while trying to keep his friends safe and navigate the waters and land protecting his goal.
This is a new take on the Zombie idea. Told as though Perin is patient 0, although transmission is never really discussed. It was an enjoyable book and the series has a unique twist to the usual vampire/zombie troupe.
There are a couple of steamy parts, nothing that a mature YA couldn't handle. It's not fade away, you know where things are going but gritty details are sparse.
This is the 3rd book in the series and follows Perin and Tavarra.
Perin wakes up after then end of the second book to discover that he's not the person he was before. He decides to go find the stone of desire and ask for help.
The stone of Desire gives Perin a task for his favour. While preparing for his journey, he meets up with Tavarra and her Jovkin companion. Perin deals with his new nature while trying to keep his friends safe and navigate the waters and land protecting his goal.
This is a new take on the Zombie idea. Told as though Perin is patient 0, although transmission is never really discussed. It was an enjoyable book and the series has a unique twist to the usual vampire/zombie troupe.
There are a couple of steamy parts, nothing that a mature YA couldn't handle. It's not fade away, you know where things are going but gritty details are sparse.
si0bhan's review against another edition
4.0
Shadowed by Despair is the third book in Candace Robinson’s Laith series, and it’s a must read if you enjoyed Veiled by Desire. In fact, I recommend avoiding this one until you have read Veiled by Desire, as the elements in this one build a lot upon what happened in the prior book.
With Shadowed by Despair we’re introduced to more of Laith. If you thought you knew the world, think again. There is plenty more to experience, and with this zombie story, Candace Robinson introduces us to elements we have yet to see. Moreover, elements we think we know are taken to new places. It’s a story that turns our knowledge into something more, one sure to have you hooked throughout.
It’s not just the world building and new elements that are interesting, as this one will have you hooked on the characters. After reading Veiled by Desire, I was desperate to see how things developed between certain characters. With this one, we get a subtle romance throughout that has you eager to see the characters reach their happiness.
Without a doubt, Shadowed by Despair is a wonderful addition to the Laith world.
With Shadowed by Despair we’re introduced to more of Laith. If you thought you knew the world, think again. There is plenty more to experience, and with this zombie story, Candace Robinson introduces us to elements we have yet to see. Moreover, elements we think we know are taken to new places. It’s a story that turns our knowledge into something more, one sure to have you hooked throughout.
It’s not just the world building and new elements that are interesting, as this one will have you hooked on the characters. After reading Veiled by Desire, I was desperate to see how things developed between certain characters. With this one, we get a subtle romance throughout that has you eager to see the characters reach their happiness.
Without a doubt, Shadowed by Despair is a wonderful addition to the Laith world.
candacerobinsonauthor's review
5.0
This is the last book in the Laith trilogy and now it’s Perin’s turn! This one has a zombie theme along with romance and action! ❤️
jaironside's review
5.0
ARC received from the author in exchange for an honest review
The Laith trilogy comes full circle in this dark adventure/ horror conclusion. Perrin is on a mission to become more than a monster and Tavarra, who used to be one, is out to help him. This was a very different kind of dark fantasy and an unusual romance. One thing that's very noticeable about Robinson's work is that she clearly sees the world slightly skewed from the norm. It makes all her stories both charming and unsettling - a rare talent! I loved the way this conclusion engaged with the theme of what truly makes a person monstrous (spoiler alert, it isn't what you are but what you choose to be.) This was an engaging adventure, fast paced enough that I read it in one sitting. If you're looking for something that's part horror, part fantasy and part romance, I highly recommend this entire series.
The Laith trilogy comes full circle in this dark adventure/ horror conclusion. Perrin is on a mission to become more than a monster and Tavarra, who used to be one, is out to help him. This was a very different kind of dark fantasy and an unusual romance. One thing that's very noticeable about Robinson's work is that she clearly sees the world slightly skewed from the norm. It makes all her stories both charming and unsettling - a rare talent! I loved the way this conclusion engaged with the theme of what truly makes a person monstrous (spoiler alert, it isn't what you are but what you choose to be.) This was an engaging adventure, fast paced enough that I read it in one sitting. If you're looking for something that's part horror, part fantasy and part romance, I highly recommend this entire series.
booksteacupnreviews's review
5.0
*** Note : I received e-ARC of this book from the author, in exchange for an honest review. Many thanks to author. ***
Shadowed By Despair was amazing dark fantasy, final book in Laith trilogy. It revolved around adventurous journey of Perin and Tavarra to break curse but this time not Tavarra’s but Perin’s curse. It was about not judging whole species based on bad experience, two sides of the world that has both evil and good in it, love, new friendship, and for a change let others help and care for you.
Writing was great- like previous books of this series- addictive, compelling, and vivid. Setting of Laith was fantastic. This was amazing book part romance and full of dangerous adventure. I loved how author converted zombie concept into this twisted tale. World was best part of the book. What I loved most was goddess Zada’s story, mystery of Kova Island, and Vaden’s story and his secret.
Overall, Shadowed by Despair was gripping, adventurous, page-turner, and twisted fantasy with amazing world and characters. I recommend it to all dark fantasy lovers, but note it should be read it order.
Read full review on my book blog by following this link- https://booksteacupnreviews.com/2020/05/19/bookreview-shadowed-by-despair-laith-3-by-candace-robinson-fantasy/
Shadowed By Despair was amazing dark fantasy, final book in Laith trilogy. It revolved around adventurous journey of Perin and Tavarra to break curse but this time not Tavarra’s but Perin’s curse. It was about not judging whole species based on bad experience, two sides of the world that has both evil and good in it, love, new friendship, and for a change let others help and care for you.
Writing was great- like previous books of this series- addictive, compelling, and vivid. Setting of Laith was fantastic. This was amazing book part romance and full of dangerous adventure. I loved how author converted zombie concept into this twisted tale. World was best part of the book. What I loved most was goddess Zada’s story, mystery of Kova Island, and Vaden’s story and his secret.
Overall, Shadowed by Despair was gripping, adventurous, page-turner, and twisted fantasy with amazing world and characters. I recommend it to all dark fantasy lovers, but note it should be read it order.
Read full review on my book blog by following this link- https://booksteacupnreviews.com/2020/05/19/bookreview-shadowed-by-despair-laith-3-by-candace-robinson-fantasy/
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