A review by saluki
Mortal Heart by Robin LaFevers

4.0

Annith's story is slower paced, much inner reflection and maybe a bit too much journeying for my liking that could have been reduced. But then, travelling to fulfill a quest is an often used fantasy trope. Ismae and Sybella are still part of the action and instrumental to the unfolding plot.

It's obvious how much I've loved this trilogy because I read them back-to-back! Although I enjoyed the first two books more, there are parts of Annith's tale I found more exciting. The imagining of God and the Nine is great and would appeal to those who are interested in pagan or Celtic mythology... and I love how they are also able to make mistakes. I'd guessed early on who would become Annith's love interest. It is obvious, but also wonderful as the last sentence of the book will underscore.

Now I've come to the end, and though I hate waiting a year for a beloved series to produce another adventure in a world with characters I love, I wish there were more coming for fair assassins. I'd even settle for a novella. Sheesh, we readers are hard to please!