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3.94 AVERAGE
3.94 AVERAGE
I really enjoyed this book and, like the previous one in the series, read it very quickly. In my opinion, the end was possibly something of an anticlimax, it may have ended a bit too quickly but overall it was a great book. Lots of gripping developments and interesting twists - I would recommend!
Such a brilliant and satisfying conclusion, without-a-doubt one of my favourite series! And this cover! SO BEAUTIFUL! :0)
I do not want to give too much of a synopsis of this sequel as it is the third and final book in this phenomenal series. I would say after reading World After jump straight into this book, as it carries on immediately after.
Penryn is definitely one of my favourite female protagonists that I have read in a long time. She is totally kick-butt and yet caring about others, even if she does not know them. Penryn will always put herself before the lives of others, and her determination is definitely to be admired. I think one of the aspects of this series I really love is the secondary characters, especially tweedle dee and tweedle dum, they are just so fun and add humour to such a serious and scary time; they certainly lifted the mood of the novel.
The plot of this, my goodness! Such a satisfying and brilliant conclusion, that I just did not see coming. Though in this novel I was able to see the criticisms that many have said about the writing not being of a great quality, I did not mind as it is the story inside that I am reading and interested in. The plot was dangerous, chilling and addictive, that certainly had you on the edge of your seat. And the romance and tension! So addictive. Additionally, I loved the different directions the novel took, especially their trip to somewhere in particular.
Overall, a fantastic conclusion to the trilogy, and I cannot wait for Ee's future novels.
Perfect ending for a great trilogy that has aged so well considering! I wish the ending wasn't as abrupt, but I'm glad we got to read the epilogue as it closed all things in a less rushed way.
In a world where angels are the bad guys that threaten humanity with death and pain, Penryn is an unlikely hero. With themes about disability and mental health close touching every book in the series, Penryn is a 17 year old girl dealing with the destiny of the whole world in her shoulders. And she delivers.
In a world where angels are the bad guys that threaten humanity with death and pain, Penryn is an unlikely hero. With themes about disability and mental health close touching every book in the series, Penryn is a 17 year old girl dealing with the destiny of the whole world in her shoulders. And she delivers.
That ending??? Terrible. Should have had a better ending. Now I'm going to cry myself to sleep because I'll never know how they rebuild and if Raffe and Penryn get married and have little angel babies.
One of the most amazing books to grace humanity!! Checkout out my review below!
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http://abookishlifeforme.blogspot.com/2015/05/end-of-days.html
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Spoiler free version:
http://abookishlifeforme.blogspot.com/2015/05/end-of-days.html
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I really wish I had read this right after World After. I felt a huge disconnect from the characters and couldn't get behind the tragedy or their situations as much as I know I would've if I had read it sooner. Honestly, I love this author's fast-paced, action-packed story-telling, and excellent banter, and that's why I will always look back on this series fondly despite some of its flaws.
Amazing and wonderful series! This book being the best of the series! Susan Ee has an amazing gift for story telling.
Why don't I have control when it comes to Ms. Ee's books? I read this voraciously. I'm just glad I had read the first two books again before this came out. I waited days to start it but I just couldn't help myself I had to start it. Little did I know I would have so little self control that I would read it so quickly. Amazing! Absolutely amazing! This is a series that ended in a way that I don't feel it should go on. That says a lot, most series I feel leave an opening for another book but this did not.
Read this book, read the whole series allow your self to love Penryn and all of the other characters. Enjoy!
Read this book, read the whole series allow your self to love Penryn and all of the other characters. Enjoy!
It wasn’t the biggest and most explosive ending to have ever occurred in book history but it was the happy ending I think everyone needed and wanted. Raffe and Penryn’s relationship will always be one of my favorites that I have read about and that same love goes for her mom, Paige, Raffe’s Watchers, the Tweedle Twins, and surprisingly Beliel. He may have done some bad things but his backstory made me cry for him. I came to want him to be accepted back into Raffe’s crew and learn what it meant to be accepted by others again. However, I feel like him dying and finally being held up by his brethren again was a mercy that gave him peace.
And can we just talk about the talent show scene for a minute?! That chapter just took my breath away. The way Ee wrote and her description and portrayal of humanity was like none I have ever read before. It was breathtakingly beautiful. It has to be one of my favorite scenes that I have ever read in a book before! I mean... just read this quote!
“The bittersweet chords ring over the bay as his voice softly builds momentum. People begin singing along with his mournful crooning. Some of us have tears drying on our faces in the cold wind as we sing “Hallelujah” in broken voices. When it’s over, there’s a moment of quiet. We’re left wondering about life and love and other things that are messed up and broken, yet somehow still a triumph.”
When I read this I had to stop reading and just take time to absorb it. I had to stop and let the words sink in and let the meaning of it wash over me. Some people have been complaining that there were many plot holes and questions left unanswered after they finished, particularly about the Angels. But my thought is that this series was never really about the Angels and their world. It was truly about humanity and the lengths to which we as people can survive when pushed to the limits. I think Ee portrayed this concept amazingly well and deserves to be applauded for that.
Overall this book and this series have become one of my absolute favorites and I think everyone should at least give it a fair shake! It is truly inspiring.
And can we just talk about the talent show scene for a minute?! That chapter just took my breath away. The way Ee wrote and her description and portrayal of humanity was like none I have ever read before. It was breathtakingly beautiful. It has to be one of my favorite scenes that I have ever read in a book before! I mean... just read this quote!
“The bittersweet chords ring over the bay as his voice softly builds momentum. People begin singing along with his mournful crooning. Some of us have tears drying on our faces in the cold wind as we sing “Hallelujah” in broken voices. When it’s over, there’s a moment of quiet. We’re left wondering about life and love and other things that are messed up and broken, yet somehow still a triumph.”
When I read this I had to stop reading and just take time to absorb it. I had to stop and let the words sink in and let the meaning of it wash over me. Some people have been complaining that there were many plot holes and questions left unanswered after they finished, particularly about the Angels. But my thought is that this series was never really about the Angels and their world. It was truly about humanity and the lengths to which we as people can survive when pushed to the limits. I think Ee portrayed this concept amazingly well and deserves to be applauded for that.
Overall this book and this series have become one of my absolute favorites and I think everyone should at least give it a fair shake! It is truly inspiring.
Sigh...... It's over. With a heavy heart I hug my kindle. It was an amazing series, I love every book. Non stop action, I couldn't stop reading..... And now I'm sad it's over. A definite MUST read!