Throne of Glass (Throne of Glass #1)
Beautiful. Deadly.
Destined for greatness.
In the dark, filthy salt mines of Endovier, an eighteen-year-old girl is serving a life sentence. She is a trained assassin, the best of her kind, but she made a fatal mistake. She got caught.
Young Captain Westfall offers her a deal: her freedom in return for one huge sacrifice. Celaena must represent the prince in a to-the-death tournament—fighting the most gifted thieves and assassins in the land. Live or die, Celaena will be free. Win or lose, she is about to discover her true destiny. But will her assassin’s heart be melted?
Title: Throne of Glass (Throne of Glass #1)
Author: Sarah J. Maas
Publisher: Bloomsbury
Edition: Paperback
Amount of Pages: 422
Genre: Young Adult, Fantasy
Date Read: 29-12-2016 - 30-12-2016
Favorite Quote: “Libraries were full of ideas—perhaps the most dangerous and powerful of all weapons.”
Review
I have met this author before. She was at Apollycon2016. Back then I wasn't sure If I'd like her books and I ended up not reading them. Sarah was coming to Apollycon2017, and again I found myself doubting if this book would be a book for me, or any other book by her for that matter. The reason I didn't really want to read it in the first place was because it's fantasy and young adult, both genre's I don't read much anymore, fantasy especially. Also I got a hint of there being a love triangle and I really dislike those. Anyway I ended up added a court of throne and roses to my to read pile, wanting to give Sarah a chance before meeting her and thinking that that book would maybe suit me more. When I was at this lovely bookshop in Kopenhagen, I saw they had all of Sarah's book. Initially I walked out of that bookshop without buying anything. I walked back in 10 minutes later wanting to buy A Court of Thrones and Roses and A Court of Mist and Fury, but I couldn't resist bringing this book as well. Back at the hotel I picked it up, started reading this book,tried to put it down a view times but picked it back up immediately. This story sucked me in and I couldn't put it down. I ended up really loving it and kicking myself in the but for not bringing the other books in this series as well.
What is this book all about
Well there is allot going on in this book so It will be very hard to tell you guys about it without spoiling thing.
Celaena is an famous 18 year old assassin. She got caught and send to Endovier, a labor death camp. One day the prince of adarlan found her and gave her a choice. She could either sit out her sentence in Endovier or compete against other thieves etc to become the Kings champion. If she won the competitions, and be his champion for four years, she would gain her freedom back. Celaena takes the deal and sets off to Adarlan to compete. During the competition Celaena learns that not everything in this castle and the other competitors is what it seems. Competitors are being murdered, and ripped apart right and left. Loosing a challenge isn't an option either because loosing would mean being send back to Endovier. Can Celaena survive the challenges and avoid being killed as well? Will she be able to resist the sexy and charming prince? And will the captain of the guard learn to trust her?
What did I like about this book
I liked Celaena. She's a funny, witty and strong character. At one point I did wonder if she could live up to the reputation she has. And if she is as great als she says she is? She thinks that allot. But in the end it turned out that she is indeed pretty bad ass. The only thing I'd wish is that she let her action speak for hear instead of the author repeatedly telling us that she is indeed a bad ass (not that her actions didn't prove that, because they did)
I also really liked crown prince Dorian. He was a funny guy. I could tell that he also cared a great deal about his people and was a genuine good person. I also liked the chemistry and the banter between Celaena and Dorian.
I liked Chaol. He was the strong, reliable and calm character. His character really works well with Celaena's. He's a kind guy that stand by his morals. He has a difficult time seeing past Celaena being an assassin but he warms up to her in the end. I really liked seeing that.
I really liked princess Nehemia. I liked the two of them together, they made great friends.
Overall I did had a bit of a hard time keeping up with all the different terms and names being used but I got the hang of it in the end. This story is well written and I can't wait to read more about Celaena's journey. I really hope Chaol and especially Dorian will play a big part in that.
Rating:
4 I loved it stars
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Crown of Midnight (Throne of Glass #2)
Bound by Duty.
Divided by Love.
Celaena Sardothien, royal assassin, is the King of Adarlan's deadliest weapon. She must win her freedom through his enemies' blood - but she cannot bear to kill for the crown. And every death Celaena fakes, every lie she tells, put those she loves at risk.
Torn between her two protectors - a captain and a prince - and battling a dark force far greater than the king, Celaena must decide what she will fight for: her liberty, her heart or the fate of a kingdom...
Title: Crown of Midnight (Throne of Glass #2)
Author: Sarah J. Maas
Publisher: Bloomsbury
Edition: Paperback
Amount of Pages: 418
Genre: Young Adult, Fantasy
Date Read: 30-12-2016 - 02-01-2017
Favorite Quote: “Some things you hear with your ears. Others, you hear with your heart.”
Review
I really loved this book! This series keeps getting better and better! This is the first book I've read this year. Granted I started it before new years but I finished it this year.
What is this book all about
This book Continues Celaena's story. We see how Celaena is struggling with being the King's Champion. Not only she is struggling with her feelings for Chaol but also her friendship with Dorian. Then there is Nehemia who is determent to get Celaena to help her with her quest to free her people. Talk about pressure right?
In this book we find out more about Celeana, about her past and her heritage but also about the King's mysterious power.
This book is full of thrill, mystery,secrets, betrayal, hurt, love and courage.
What did I love about this book
Normally I don't like it if the female switches between love interest in a series because I get invested. Specially in Dorian, I really liked him and I'm sure he'll do great things in his live. BUT I knew that this would happen before hand so that made it easier to accept.
I really like Celaena, She went trough so much and I can tell that she is trying her hardest. I can't understand how hard it must be for her to try while being so afraid. She has lost so much so I can understand her not wanting to suffer more.
I still like Dorian. I applaud him for handling their breakup so well. It can't be easy to see the woman you think you love be with someone else, and that someone else being your best friend as well. I felt bad for him, kind of losing his friend and lover at the same time. Although he knew deep down how Chaol felt for her, it created a drift between Celeana, Chaol and Dorian.
Chaol I didn't like so much anymore though. He was just whiny and a big hypocrite. I really wish she would have stayed with Dorian. I really preferred him over the two.
And don't get me started on Nehemiah, What a manipulative selfish bitch!
I can't wait to read more about Celeana's story!
Rating:
4 I loved it Stars
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Heir of Fire (Throne of Glass #3)
The Immortal Queen will help her destroy the king - for a price. But as Celaena battles with her darkest memories and her heart breaks for a love that could never last, can she fulfil the bargain and head the almighty court of Terrasen? And who will stand with her?
Title: Heir of Fire (Throne of Glass #3)
Author: Sarah J. Maas
Publisher: Bloomsbury
Edition: Paperback
Amount of Pages: 562
Genre: Young Adult, Fantasy
Date Read: 1st 02-01-2017 2nd 02-07-2017 - 03-07-2017
Favorite Quote: "She was the heir of ash and fire and she would bow to no one"
"Why do you cry?" "Because I'm lost and do not know the way.."
" To whatever end"
Review
This book would have been one of my favorite's regarding Celaena's point of view, and Dorians point of view if it wouldn't include a new characters, manon, point of view as well. I understand that Manon might be a important character in the new books but I didn't care for her much. She reminded me a bit of celaena in the first book, where it felt like just allot of talk to me. While Celaena proved to me that she was as good as she says she is, manon didn't in my opinion. That being said I just loved it! I loved how Celaena grew throughout this book. How she struggled but pushed trough.
What is this book all about
This book picks up immediately where the last one left. Chaol bargained his freedom to get Celaena out of the country, and send her unknowingly to the kingdom of her aunt.
We see Celaena struggle with all the hurt and lost she suffered. She felt worthless, broken, and just empty. We see Dorian struggling with the knowledge that he has magic that he can't control. We see Chaol struggling with where his loyalty's lie, struggling with the knowledge what Celaena is, and what to do.
Dorian is struggeling with his own morals and the discovery of him having magic.
Like I said above, there are allot of different point of views in this book.
We also meet and get to know new characters like Aedion, Celaena's cousin and general for the king, Rowan, a fae prince and warrior, and many more.
This book will reveal more about the king's power and Celaena might find a way to end it all, if the king doesn't make things worse while she is away....
What did I love about this book
I really loved Celaena's point of view. I just loved how real it all felt. Ofcourse it's not fun for her to struggle with all that she has been through. But i loved that there was no magic fix, that she was 'better' withing a view pages. I loved seeing her with Rowan. I really hope that their relationship will go the way I want it to go. I can't see Celaena with yet another man haha.
I also love how Dorian is becoming stronger and more sure of himself.
And boy oh boy do I like Aedion. He's a very interesting character!
Rating:
5 Amazing stars
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Queen of Shadows (Throne of Glass #4)
Everyone Celaena Sardothien loves has been taken from her. But she's at last returned to the empire—for vengeance, to rescue her once-glorious kingdom, and to confront the shadows of her past . . .
She will fight for her cousin, a warrior prepared to die just to see her again. She will fight for her friend, a young man trapped in an unspeakable prison. And she will fight for her people, enslaved to a brutal king and awaiting their lost queen's triumphant return.
Celaena’s epic journey has captured the hearts and imaginations of millions across the globe. This fourth volume will hold readers rapt as Celaena’s story builds to a passionate, agonizing crescendo that might just shatter her world.
She will fight for her cousin, a warrior prepared to die just to see her again. She will fight for her friend, a young man trapped in an unspeakable prison. And she will fight for her people, enslaved to a brutal king and awaiting their lost queen's triumphant return.
Celaena’s epic journey has captured the hearts and imaginations of millions across the globe. This fourth volume will hold readers rapt as Celaena’s story builds to a passionate, agonizing crescendo that might just shatter her world.
Title: Queen of Shadows
Author: Sarah J. Maas
Publisher: Bloomsbury
Edition: Paperback
Amount of Pages: 645
Genre: Young Adult/ New Adult, Fantasy
Date Read: 1st 03-01-2017 - 05-01-2017 2nd: 03-07-2017 - 05-07-2017
Favorite Quote: "You make me want to live, Rowan. Not survive. Not Exist. Live."
Review
I was so worried about this book because other reviews said that this book changed allot compared to the other books. That some characters did a 180 regarding their personality etc. While some of that is true I loved it! I still think Heir of Fire is my favorite but I loved this one so much!
Regarding the 180 some characters did, it's true, but to me it was understandable. Was it sad to see at times yes, but it didn't take away from the story in my opinion.
What is this book all about
Celaena's has claimed her old name back and is not going through live as Aelin, queen of Terrassen. But she has to step back into Celaena's persona for one last time as she goes back to Adarlan like she promised. Things has changed allot while she was training with the Fae Prince Rowan. Dorian is imprisoned by a Valg prince like we saw at the ending of the last book.
Celaena has to decide if she is capable of granting Dorian mercy and killing him or if it's possible to save him.
Then there is the more then rocky relationship with Chaol. He became a angry, whiny,guilt ridden person and an even bigger hypocrite, after everything that happened. I mean he isn't handeling it well and I get that, but dude, quit blaming everyone else around you and most of all stop being a hypocrite.
In this book we see Celaena/Aelin trying to find the third wyrdekey and free magic in Adarlan. We see her getting closer with Rowan as they both struggle with their past and attraction to each other. We see Aelin reunited with her beloved cousin Aedion. Will Celaena succeed in freeing magic and Dorian?
What did I love about this book
I love how Aelin has grown and continued to grow in this book. I love how her relationship with Rowan progressed. It was so good to see her happy and make new friends, to see her free herself from her past and really tries to live.
I loved reading more in Rowan's point of view. It was great to see how he thought about certain things.
I still haven't warmed up to Manon's point of view but I understand her role in the story better and why it was build up the way it was.
Overall I just love this series but am so scared to read on because I know how the next one will end and it will be agony to wait till the last one.
The Characters (so far)
Aelin ashryver galathynius
Rowan Whitethorn
Dorian Havilliard
Chaol Westfall
Aedion Ashryver
Lysandra
Manon Blackbeak
Nesryn Faliq
Note: Credit goes to the creator/artists of the photo's. I didn't make them, just put them together in a collage.
Rating:
5 Amazing Stars
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Empire of Storms (Throne of Glass #5)
As the kingdoms of Erilea fracture around her, enemies must become allies if Aelin is to keep those she loves from falling to the dark forces poised to claim her world. With war looming on all horizons, the only chance for salvation lies in a desperate quest that may mark the end of everything Aelin holds dear.
Aelin's journey from assassin to queen has entranced millions across the globe, and this fifth installment will leave fans breathless. Will Aelin succeed in keeping her world from splintering, or will it all come crashing down?
Title: Empire of Storms (Throne of Glass #5)
Author: Sarah J. Maas
Publisher: Bloomsbury
Edition: Paperback
Amount of Pages: 693
Genre: New Adult, Fantasy
Date Read: 14-01-2017 - 16-01-2017
Favorite quote: "Even when this world is a forgotten whisper of dust between the stars, I will always love you"
ReviewTitle: Empire of Storms (Throne of Glass #5)
Author: Sarah J. Maas
Publisher: Bloomsbury
Edition: Paperback
Amount of Pages: 693
Genre: New Adult, Fantasy
Date Read: 14-01-2017 - 16-01-2017
Favorite quote: "Even when this world is a forgotten whisper of dust between the stars, I will always love you"
This book you guys, this book left me in ruins. It is so good. Even though I knew how it would end and I had some time to prepare me for it, it didn't hurt any less. It was so heart breaking to read. This is all I'll say about it so be prepare. I'm not kidding, prepare you heart, buy ice cream and whine and read that book! I don't think I've read any other book in this series as fast as I did this one.
What is this book all about
This book follows Aelin, Rowan, Manon, Dorian, Lysandra, Aedion, Lorcan and Elide on their journey. We see allot of development and many many thrilling scenes.
We see how our gang is trying to find all the wyrdkeys so that they can defeat the valg king Erawan for once and for all. But Erawan isn't the only enemy out there. There is also Meave who is scheming and waiting in the darkness. Ready to attack, destroy and take what she wants.
Will Aelin find the allies they desperately need and find a way to win this war? She might find a way,the only way it seems, but will she be able to pay the price?
what did i like about this book
Oh boy how much did i love the Rowan and Aelin scenes in this book. I'm just so happy that Aelin found someone that is her equal in every way.
I also love the friendship between lysandra and Aelin. Both of them deserve a strong and solid girly friendship. It's good for her to have a live.
I'm not sure how I feel about Manon and Dorian but as long as he's happy, then I'm find with that. I really liked Lysandra and Aedion together. I hope that they can work past there crappy past and heal together like Aelin and Rowan did.
Then there was the epic development in Elide. she is such a sweet character. It was also great to see a different side of Lorcan. I understand why he did what he did at the end of the book, pissed me off but understandable. He doesn't deserve the hate he is getting.
This book must end in a happy and good way, or else my heart won't take it. I really really hope it doesn't go in the direction I fear it's going to go.
*Note I don't own nor did I make any of the following art works. All credit goes to the people who did.
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Rating:
5 Amazing Stars
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Tower of Dawn (Throne of Glass #5)
Follow Chaol on his sweeping journey to a distant empire in this next instalment of the Throne of Glass series by #1 New York Times bestselling author Sarah J. Maas. Chaol Westfall has always defined himself by his unwavering loyalty, his strength, and his position as the Captain of the Guard. But all of that has changed since Aelin shattered the glass castle, since Chaol's men were slaughtered, since the King of Adarlan spared him from a killing blow, but left his body broken. Now he and Nesryn sail for Antica - the stronghold of the southern continent's mighty empire and of the legendary healers of the Torre Cesme. It's Chaol's one shot at recovery, and with war looming back home, Dorian and Aelin's survival could depend on Chaol and Nesryn convincing Antica's rulers to ally with them. But what they discover there will change them both - and be more vital to saving Erilea than they could have imagined.
Title: Tower of Dawn (Throne of Glass#6)
Author: Sarah J. Maas
Publisher: Bloomsbury
Number of Pages: 664
Genre: New Adult, Fantasy, Romance
Date Read: 21-04-2018 - 24-04-2018
Favorite Quote: "Rowan beheld all Aelin was and is, and he was not afraid."
"You must enter where you fear to thread."
Review:
I was not looking forward to reading this book at all. This might even be an understatement. Just don't like Chaol. I never was a big fan of him and he didn't make him self more likable. Don't worry I won't go into a rant about Chaol.
I do have to admit that Chaol got a tiny bit better in this book but I still am not a big fan. There where moments where I though, he I might start to like you and then he opened his mouth and said or did something which made me think, welp no.
The side characters in this book where the hero's of this book. They made it manageable. They made it enjoyable.
Note: For the people that don't know this. This book runs paralell to Empire of Storms. It has the same timeline. The characters from Empire of Storm aren't in this book and vice versa. This book contains important information for the last book. Information you need to know, so you can do one of two things, read the book or read a spoiler summary. I read all the spoilers first and didn't learn anything new while reading this book.
What is this book about:
This book is about Chaol. He is on his way to the southern continent to do two things, get healed and find people that will fight with him, Dorian and Aelin in the upcoming war. With him came Nesryn. They are kind of involved but you can tell that Chaols heart isn't totally in it.
Upon ariving in the city Nesryn and Chaol meet the king and his children. One of them is Sartaq, the leader of the air force (with lack of a better world) of that kingdom.
Yrene is a healer of the Torre. She is blessed by a god and very good at her job. She has a difficult past and isn't that wiling to work with Chaol. But she ends up trying to help him.
As Chaol and Yrene grow closer and he begins to heal in more than just one way, so is Yrene. Both Chaol and Nesryn will find their happily ever after.
There are more things going on in the southern continent than they initially thought. The Valg may have beat them to it and aren't planing on leaving anytime soon. Can Chaol and Nesryn accomplish what they came for? Will they manage to improve the odd of beating Maeve, Erawan and the Valg completely?
What did I like about this book
Well I didn't like Chaol and I doubt I ever will. What I did like was the whole new world. I loved reading about Yrene. I can'understand some of her struggles as I'm a nurse myself. I liked getting to know her and I liked that she put Chaol in his place more times than one.
I also liked Nesryn. I felt like she deserved better than what Chaol was giving her. I'm glad she got what she deserved. I like how she developed and that we saw her journey as well.
I also really liked Sartaq. He's a very interesting character. He seems like a man that has his heart in the right place and is willing to do what is right. I liked that about him. I also like that he is as sassy as they come.
I'm glad that the book didn't just focus on Chaol. If it was I would have given up only a chapter in.
Rating:
Author: Sarah J. Maas
Publisher: Bloomsbury
Number of Pages: 664
Genre: New Adult, Fantasy, Romance
Date Read: 21-04-2018 - 24-04-2018
Favorite Quote: "Rowan beheld all Aelin was and is, and he was not afraid."
"You must enter where you fear to thread."
Review:
I was not looking forward to reading this book at all. This might even be an understatement. Just don't like Chaol. I never was a big fan of him and he didn't make him self more likable. Don't worry I won't go into a rant about Chaol.
I do have to admit that Chaol got a tiny bit better in this book but I still am not a big fan. There where moments where I though, he I might start to like you and then he opened his mouth and said or did something which made me think, welp no.
The side characters in this book where the hero's of this book. They made it manageable. They made it enjoyable.
Note: For the people that don't know this. This book runs paralell to Empire of Storms. It has the same timeline. The characters from Empire of Storm aren't in this book and vice versa. This book contains important information for the last book. Information you need to know, so you can do one of two things, read the book or read a spoiler summary. I read all the spoilers first and didn't learn anything new while reading this book.
What is this book about:
This book is about Chaol. He is on his way to the southern continent to do two things, get healed and find people that will fight with him, Dorian and Aelin in the upcoming war. With him came Nesryn. They are kind of involved but you can tell that Chaols heart isn't totally in it.
Upon ariving in the city Nesryn and Chaol meet the king and his children. One of them is Sartaq, the leader of the air force (with lack of a better world) of that kingdom.
Yrene is a healer of the Torre. She is blessed by a god and very good at her job. She has a difficult past and isn't that wiling to work with Chaol. But she ends up trying to help him.
As Chaol and Yrene grow closer and he begins to heal in more than just one way, so is Yrene. Both Chaol and Nesryn will find their happily ever after.
There are more things going on in the southern continent than they initially thought. The Valg may have beat them to it and aren't planing on leaving anytime soon. Can Chaol and Nesryn accomplish what they came for? Will they manage to improve the odd of beating Maeve, Erawan and the Valg completely?
What did I like about this book
Well I didn't like Chaol and I doubt I ever will. What I did like was the whole new world. I loved reading about Yrene. I can'understand some of her struggles as I'm a nurse myself. I liked getting to know her and I liked that she put Chaol in his place more times than one.
I also liked Nesryn. I felt like she deserved better than what Chaol was giving her. I'm glad she got what she deserved. I like how she developed and that we saw her journey as well.
I also really liked Sartaq. He's a very interesting character. He seems like a man that has his heart in the right place and is willing to do what is right. I liked that about him. I also like that he is as sassy as they come.
I'm glad that the book didn't just focus on Chaol. If it was I would have given up only a chapter in.
Rating:
3 I enjoyed it stars
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Aelin has risked everything to save her people―but at a tremendous cost. Locked within an iron coffin by the Queen of the Fae, Aelin must draw upon her fiery will as she endures months of torture. Aware that yielding to Maeve will doom those she loves keeps her from breaking, though her resolve begins to unravel with each passing day…
With Aelin captured, Aedion and Lysandra remain the last line of defense to protect Terrasen from utter destruction. Yet they soon realize that the many allies they’ve gathered to battle Erawan’s hordes might not be enough to save them. Scattered across the continent and racing against time, Chaol, Manon, and Dorian are forced to forge their own paths to meet their fates. Hanging in the balance is any hope of salvation―and a better world.
And across the sea, his companions unwavering beside him, Rowan hunts to find his captured wife and queen―before she is lost to him forever.
As the threads of fate weave together at last, all must fight, if they are to have a chance at a future. Some bonds will grow even deeper, while others will be severed forever in the explosive final chapter of the Throne of Glass series.
Title: Kingdom of Ash (Throne of Glass #7)
Author: Sarah J. Maas
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Edition: Kindle
Amount of Pages: 992
Genre: YA/NA, Fantasy, Romance, Action
Date Read: 23-10-2018 - 24-10-2018
Favorite Quote: "You do not Yield"
Review:
I have to be honest, I lost my excitement for this book due to all the push backs and the crazy fandom. Now don't start hating on me, I get her reasons for pushing back the book but like 6 times is a bit to much. I would have waited with the series if I knew.
But I'm glad I finally got to read it because it was really good! She really stepped up from A Court of Wings and Ruin (which I still liked). I loved how it all came together.
What is this book about:
This book starts where Empire of Storms (and Tower of Dawn) ended. Aelin is captured by Maeve and Rowan and co are hunting her down to save her.
Lysandra is prententing to be Aelin and Aedion is fighting to win the war and to keep the forces of Erawan at bay.
Dorian and Manon are looking for the last Wyrdkey and are trying to get the other witches to fight for them.
Chaol and the others are on their way back with an army, and they hope they aren't to late.
In this book we see everyone come together in an attempt to fight and defeat Maeve and Erawan, but will they succeed? Will they find a way to win without having to pay the ultimate price....
What did I like about this book:
Overall I loved this book. It was long and it had a bit of a slow start but it was so worth it. I really liked how it all turned out. I kind of expected an ending like this but I'm glad it all worked out.
SPOILERS AHEAD!!!! BE WARNED FOR THE SPOILERS!!!
I loved how real it felt. Aelin being traumatized, her still struggling after the rescue. How tired she is. How she suffered, and how Fenrys suffered.
I didn't get the love for Fenrys until this book. I really do now.
I loved seeing Rowan and Aelin together. I loved how they where still a team. I loved seeing more from Rowans pov too.
We got to see the Cardre in action and I loved that because till now we didn't seem much of their skills.
My heart broke for Aedion. I really feel bad. The amount of pressure he's under. Trying to fight and almost unfightable war and being knocked down over and over again. Without Aedion there wouldn't be a country to save. He fought so hard. He got hurt by the woman he loved and his beloved cousin. It really pissed me off that Lysandra and Aelin decided to make him a breeding stud without even consulting him about it when they made those plans. I really expected more from lysandra. As a former whore she knows what it's like to have others make choices over her body and she had no issue doing it to Aedion, even knowing his past. To expect him to breed children for Aelins line, so the kids would look like her, but never being able to claim them as his own. It's not oke to make a live altering decision for someone, they should have asked him before making that plan. And her admitting they where never going to tell him was just fucked up. I get why he was so mad at her. He had every right to.
I also felt for Lysandra, she had fate in aelin and thought she would have made a good plan, while in reality the plan sucked. It was a crappy plan and it cost people their lives.
I was shocked when Aelin lost all her power. I didn't expect her to die, no way would sarah have done that. I think its a good compromise though, that way she still payed a hefty price but not her live. I loved how Rowan one upped her with the wyrdmarks on her back, guiding her home.
I thought it was stupid for aelin to bargain with the gods for Elena though, the bitch had it coming. And she got screwed by the gods and screwed the others by arguing with the gods. I loved that Mala gave her some power though.
I absolutely hated the crossover. I hated it because it added absolutely nothing. Sarah really went against her word, and she has a habit of doing that and it doesn't really work for her. I am glad that she closed all other opportunities for a crossover in the future though.
I loved that Rowan and Aelin fought Maeve together, shared power. It showed how strong Rowan actually is. I loved that the defeat of Erawan and Maeve was a team effort and not just like typical YA, where the main heroine does all the fighting and wins everything. That felt real to me.
I am glad that there where some inpactfull deaths, it made it sad but realistic. I do feel like Gavriel's death, while I knew it was coming, was a bit unnecessary. I didn't fully understand why he did it, he didn't need to.
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Rating:
5 it was amazing Stars
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