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inkfire's review against another edition
4.0
I love the character development in this installment of the series, though the pacing seemed to drag in places. I think the living characters helped make up for that, and though there are places where things happen conveniently for the plot, it never seems badly contrived.
All in all, the story is executed well, and I will definitely read these again. I think the narrative is tighter and more compelling here than in the Pillars of Reality series.
All in all, the story is executed well, and I will definitely read these again. I think the narrative is tighter and more compelling here than in the Pillars of Reality series.
jenno's review against another edition
4.0
Okay this really turned around. The middle part was kind of a bore, but the ending really made up for it. And always MacLeod Andrews, he's an amazing narrator in all regards. I'm a fan of this series and world still.
once_upon_a_tome's review against another edition
4.0
As a whole, these series of books, including the Pillars of Reality, have been one of my all time favorite series. I did at first make the mistake of listening to the first book in this series before realizing there was indeed a series all about the heroics talked about in Daughter of Dragons. So I definitely recommend reading Pillars of Reality first! Despite knowing what the overall outcome must have been I still enjoyed that series and this one as well.
Now, for some criticism! A little spoilers so cover your eyes! I hate giving it to the things I love but I feel like this is a little important for any future series Mr. Campbell has in mind. The constant bickering Kira and Jason due to each other about how "I don't deserve you" or "we should just call off the engagement" or "you don't have to marry me" gets really really old after the 100th time. Couples, in my experience, don't do that, not actually. Maybe once in a blue moon does a couple talk like that or suggest something like that, it's not healthy for them to constantly be talking to each other as if they're going to break up at any moment, especially when no one really believes they're going to. It could have been much better handled with an "are you sure about getting into all this?" "yes" and then let their actions reaffirm that. The comments of breaking up came up so often that I almost wanted to skip over them because it was always the same conversation that felt like it was there just to make the story longer. Overall, it wasn't needed and didn't add anything other than emphasize the fact that the main characters are younger individuals uncertain of how to deal with the emotional parts of their relationship.
Now, for some criticism! A little spoilers so cover your eyes! I hate giving it to the things I love but I feel like this is a little important for any future series Mr. Campbell has in mind. The constant bickering Kira and Jason due to each other about how "I don't deserve you" or "we should just call off the engagement" or "you don't have to marry me" gets really really old after the 100th time. Couples, in my experience, don't do that, not actually. Maybe once in a blue moon does a couple talk like that or suggest something like that, it's not healthy for them to constantly be talking to each other as if they're going to break up at any moment, especially when no one really believes they're going to. It could have been much better handled with an "are you sure about getting into all this?" "yes" and then let their actions reaffirm that. The comments of breaking up came up so often that I almost wanted to skip over them because it was always the same conversation that felt like it was there just to make the story longer. Overall, it wasn't needed and didn't add anything other than emphasize the fact that the main characters are younger individuals uncertain of how to deal with the emotional parts of their relationship.
marjolaine_lafreniere's review
5.0
This was great. I loved it. I just have two itty-bitty little notes.
1: the evil lightning mage makes a return, which is fine, but his name went from Siva in 'Servants of the Storm' to Ivor here. Continuity error, yellow flag.
2: What the HELL kind of ending was that?!? Curse you, Jack Campbell! I was fine until those last two-three sentences. And it's too well wrapped up for me to expect another set of books in this universe! Though I really want one.
1: the evil lightning mage makes a return, which is fine, but his name went from Siva in 'Servants of the Storm' to Ivor here. Continuity error, yellow flag.
2: What the HELL kind of ending was that?!? Curse you, Jack Campbell! I was fine until those last two-three sentences. And it's too well wrapped up for me to expect another set of books in this universe! Though I really want one.
sidrar's review against another edition
I love the whole first series with her parents. I found Jason and Kira’s inability to talk to one another and near pathological misinterpretation of one another boring and frustrating.
norma_cenva's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
I was happy with this instalment despite the repetitiveness of it all. Mental Health was handled OK but left me questioning the amount of research put into it. The ending was very opened and sounded like there are more parts of this story in the future but nothing materialised as of beginnings of 2022... I hope there will be more still as if not the ending is much of a cliffhanger which is a bit annoying!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mental illness
Moderate: Blood
Minor: Colonisation
theaudioauditor's review against another edition
4.0
Audio book review.
A great continuation of the Legacy series! According to the synopsis, this is only a trilogy, but the book ends without a solid resolution to many of the worldly issues. Just figured you might like to know that ahead of time. I really hope it continues on!
Kira and Jason are again central to the story, finding themselves separated from Kira's parents and fighting their own battles in the same huge war. Kira is strong, and her love for Jason runs deep, but her mage powers are causing problems, and soon Kira starts blacking out. She has spells of time where she seemingly has no control over her mind and body, and can become quite violent. Early on, I was able to piece together what I thought was happening, and turns out I was spot on. Still, the resolution of this drama was a breath of fresh air for the story. I love the historical Indiana Jones feel of this story with the hidden weapons and the mysterious keepers of the only communication device that can contact Urth. I find the world-building fascinating! I am excited to read on, although I think now I need to go back and read the original 6 book series following Kira's mother and father. Ah well. Here's hoping I get to continue enjoying Kira and Jason's adventures in the future! :)
A great continuation of the Legacy series! According to the synopsis, this is only a trilogy, but the book ends without a solid resolution to many of the worldly issues. Just figured you might like to know that ahead of time. I really hope it continues on!
Kira and Jason are again central to the story, finding themselves separated from Kira's parents and fighting their own battles in the same huge war. Kira is strong, and her love for Jason runs deep, but her mage powers are causing problems, and soon Kira starts blacking out. She has spells of time where she seemingly has no control over her mind and body, and can become quite violent. Early on, I was able to piece together what I thought was happening, and turns out I was spot on. Still, the resolution of this drama was a breath of fresh air for the story. I love the historical Indiana Jones feel of this story with the hidden weapons and the mysterious keepers of the only communication device that can contact Urth. I find the world-building fascinating! I am excited to read on, although I think now I need to go back and read the original 6 book series following Kira's mother and father. Ah well. Here's hoping I get to continue enjoying Kira and Jason's adventures in the future! :)
reanne's review
5.0
Terrific book! Loved the angst and drama. I've heard this is supposed to be the last of this series, but it really doesn't read that way. Hoping there will be more. With all the loose threads still left, there's enough plot for another three books, I'm sure.
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