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amybraunauthor's review against another edition
4.0
This book is fantastic from beginning to end! There's a very good balance between action and character development as the story shifts between Cass and Wren's POVs, respectively. Cass and her adventures with the squad lead to some intense moments and close-calls that had me biting my nails. All the while, she works to control her own complex abilities.
The only aspect of this story I wasn't fond of was the romantic part. It didn't make sense with the person it was with, and it was barely acknowledged at all. Wren's story was also very engaging as he trained to become stronger. His master was quite interesting and I really wanted to learn more about him and House Eight. I don't feel like there was as much of a light shone on this aspect of the universe. This also leads me to my biggest complaint about the series: The way Three is treated. There was so much more I wanted to know about him and feel like he could have added a significant impact to the story and the series as a whole.
The ending wasn't really what I expected, but I can't really complain about it. All in all, this was a great series and I'm definitely glad that I read it.
The only aspect of this story I wasn't fond of was the romantic part. It didn't make sense with the person it was with, and it was barely acknowledged at all. Wren's story was also very engaging as he trained to become stronger. His master was quite interesting and I really wanted to learn more about him and House Eight. I don't feel like there was as much of a light shone on this aspect of the universe. This also leads me to my biggest complaint about the series: The way Three is treated. There was so much more I wanted to know about him and feel like he could have added a significant impact to the story and the series as a whole.
The ending wasn't really what I expected, but I can't really complain about it. All in all, this was a great series and I'm definitely glad that I read it.
tyrean's review against another edition
5.0
This is an excellent and satisfying ending book to an action-packed, thrilling, and thought-provoking dystopian/sci-fi trilogy.
dragontomes2000's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
So we have come to the end of the road of the Duskwalker series and I have to say I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed myself. It was a sci-fi story that was very easy to get into. Whereas some sci-fi stories make you feel almost clueless. I never once felt like that reading this. Jay Posey was such a captivating writer, meticulous with every detail.
Let's talk about Dawnbreaker as a final book to this trilogy. It was quite a satisfying conclusion that wrapped up the journey that began back in Three. However, I would have to say that Dawnbreaker, when it comes to the finale, was very rushed. It is one of those scenarios where the plot and action keep building and building to a focal point, but once we are there the story gassed out. What I mean to say is, the final battle took place in one chapter of the book and probably lasted 5-10 pages in a 30 page chapter. Yes, you are reading that right. I was getting so into the action but also realizing at the same time there was not much book left. So a little disappointed on that front.
Other areas of the book and series I enjoyed pretty much stayed the same. Characters were diverse and rich. The world was developed but I, personally, wanted more. I do believe that is what made this such an easy read though, because the world is so small, I really didn't have to fully expand my imagination. Now that is not a bad thing, but for someone like me who loves going on adventures, I need more. But it worked for the story Posey was telling.
The Legend of the Duskwalker series may be over but my time with Jay Posey is just beginning. Like I do with all my authors, I am going to put Posey aside for some time so I don't get author burnout, but I will return soon.
Three - 4/5
Morningside Fall - 4/5
Dawnbreaker - 4/5
Legend of the Duskwalker - 12/15
Let's talk about Dawnbreaker as a final book to this trilogy. It was quite a satisfying conclusion that wrapped up the journey that began back in Three. However, I would have to say that Dawnbreaker, when it comes to the finale, was very rushed. It is one of those scenarios where the plot and action keep building and building to a focal point, but once we are there the story gassed out. What I mean to say is, the final battle took place in one chapter of the book and probably lasted 5-10 pages in a 30 page chapter. Yes, you are reading that right. I was getting so into the action but also realizing at the same time there was not much book left. So a little disappointed on that front.
Other areas of the book and series I enjoyed pretty much stayed the same. Characters were diverse and rich. The world was developed but I, personally, wanted more. I do believe that is what made this such an easy read though, because the world is so small, I really didn't have to fully expand my imagination. Now that is not a bad thing, but for someone like me who loves going on adventures, I need more. But it worked for the story Posey was telling.
The Legend of the Duskwalker series may be over but my time with Jay Posey is just beginning. Like I do with all my authors, I am going to put Posey aside for some time so I don't get author burnout, but I will return soon.
Three - 4/5
Morningside Fall - 4/5
Dawnbreaker - 4/5
Legend of the Duskwalker - 12/15
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