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A review by dragontomes2000
Dawnbreaker by Jay Posey
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