Vengeance of the Pirate Queen was a swashbuckling tale filled with vengeance and forgiving ones self. I really enjoyed the first half of the book when Sorinda and her crew were on the Vengeance. Kearnan was definitely my favorite character, I loved how strong he was and how much he cared for Sorinda and helped her grow. I definitely didn't love the storyline as much when they got to the island as it didn't feel like a very pirate-y storyline but it was definitely unique.

I was so very excited to see where Tricia Levenseller took this story so I grabbed this as soon as I could!

I worry that I may have out grown this author. By that I mean that I absolutely love, love the first 2 books in this series and I'm not sure that this one was needed. When I started reading, the writing felt very middle grade to me and I found that I was just not that invested in these characters. I loved the glances of Riden and Alosa but never really felt a connection to Sorinda.

The comparison to Pirates of the Caribbean meets the Mummy felt accurate but again, didn't feel any investment in the trials this group of characters was being put through.

Thank you for the chance to return to this world - i'm a bit sad it didn't connect as well as the first 2 books did.

I liked this. I recently finished the duology that this spin-off is based on, and it was a pretty fun ride. I liked the characters that this story focused on, a bit more than the base story honestly. I liked the MC's spark in the duology but these characters felt a bit more real to me. I do wish that the ending wasn't as rushed, but the bulk of the story was such a fun adventure, and it seems to be open-ended enough to allude to more in the world? :o

This book!! I recently read Daughter of the Pirate King and Daughter of the Siren Queen and absolutely devoured them! I loved them and so as soon as I finished DOTSQ, I RAN to request this book!

It was amazing to return to the world (even though there was less than a weeks difference haha) and to see Sorinda’s story and her journey with Kearan. There was action and battles with a dash of romance. I was hooked from the very beginning.

The only thing I will say is that I did think the ending felt a little rushed and was quite open-ended. I would have liked something more definite… unless more books in the world are coming???

That all being said… when are we getting Rosalyn’s story??? I’d love to see a book set in the future with her as a main character!

I read the first two chapters (10%). It's fast paced, easy to read, easy to follow, and seems like it will be a grand adventure. This will go over really well with the target audience.

Thank to you NetGalley and Macmillan for the ARC.

I love Tricia Levenseller, and I always appreciate that she isn't afraid to write female protagonists who defy gender stereotypes - they're ruthless, fierce, and unyielding, while still being loyal to each other and to their causes. The protagonist of this novel - which is set in the same world as the Daughter of the Pirate King duology - is Sorinda, who has faithfully served Queen Alosa as her trusted assassin. This opens with a brutal scene in which Sorinda takes out a whole compound full of bad guys, establishing herself right away as somewhat of an anti-heroine. when she returns, Alosa has a new and different mission for her - she wants her to captain a crew to go after a missing ship, and she wants her to take Kearan, her hate/love interest, as her sailing master. I really liked this story - the plot moved quickly, the stakes felt high, and the fantasy elements were really well done - especially the super creepy ones. I don't know if this is a standalone or not, but either way, I'll be ready for whatever Tricia Levenseller puts out next.

The only thing that could have made this better would have been if we got more of the characters from the first book. Don't get me wrong they are here but not as much as I was hoping for. But that being said this would make a wonderful new series spin off. I would also love to see these characters grow and maybe this hedging into NA territory. I enjoy stories that grow with the reader. This was a wonderful addition to that original series and I could not put it down!! This one was ruthless and devastating and wonderful!

This had everything that I enjoyed from the Daughter of the Pirate Queen series, I always look forward to pirates and scifi elements. The characters were what I was hoping for and felt like they belonged on this series. Tricia Levenseller has a great writing style that keeps me coming back for more.

Thanks for the ARC! I loved getting back into the world of the Daughter of the Pirate King! Sorinda was fascinating and I enjoyed her story! I would like to see the story continue with at least 2 more books from the perspectives of Alosa's friends Mandsy and Niridia. I would also love to see Draxen have a redemption arc with one of them.

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Daughter of the Pirate King was my first Tricia Levenseller's book and to get back to this World to discover Sorinda’s story made me beyond happy. If you are looking for a book full of adventure, a strong fierce FMC, pirate vibes and character growth, this is for you!

MY REVIEW | I never thought I would relate that much to Sorinda. She’s such a strong character outside, but when you get inside her head you quickly realize it’s all an armor. She’s so self-conscious and insecure and you kinda want to protect her even though she doesn’t look like she needs it and definitely doesn’t want help. Which is why Kearan has been the most precious soul ever! The way he understands her, leaves her space but is still there if she needs him is just perfect! I already loved these two so much when I read about them in the first books, so to get to see them more together and learn about their pasts was very satisfying. It was great to get this new side of Sorinda as the book went on, this adventure changed her way of seeing things and she found a true meaning to her life, which made me quite happy!

As always with Tricia’s books, the action parts were there to make this story really fast paced, and you still get deep moments with an emotional side to them which is the perfect balance. There’s only one small thing I have found with that book is that I was so freaking excited (some would say too excited) and expected to get hooked right away, but it took me a good 15-20% in before being absolutely unable to put it down. It’s not really a negative thing, I was just expecting it to go faster maybe, especially since I already knew the World and characters, that’s all. That being said, it served really well to give us an insight on how Sorinda’s mind is working and what type of character she really is behind her assassin’s clothes, so I'm not complaining at all!

I'm secretly hoping we'll get another story in that wonderful World cause honestly, I always feel like it was not enough!

Huge thanks to the publisher, the author and NetGalley for the eARC. All opinions are my own.

This was such a fun book to read. I found out that it was a series so I had to go and read this others. Strong female characters and lots of action. Perfect reading for a rainy day.

This book is killer! Literally. Fans of DAUGHTER OF THE PIRATE KING will love this new journey with Sorinda as the main character. She’s an assassin, Captain, and all around awesome pirate.

The story starts out bloody as Sorinda kills an old foe and wreaks vengeance on his crew for what they did to a female servant. The author doesn’t shy around darkness, but she doesn’t get overly detailed either. Sorinda is then made captain of the Vengeance; a perfect name for her ship! She sets out with her new crew to find some of the Queen’s missing pirate spies. As well as some old friends like Kearan, who is still sober and in love with Sorinda. The spies were following the land king as he tried to discover the panaceum; a siren artifact that makes a person invincible. Nothing on the trip goes to plan which forces both Sorinda and Kearan to share their vulnerabilities. There is beautiful character development as they face their pasts with forgiveness and their futures with hope. It’s a swashbuckling adventure that you won’t want to miss!

You don’t have to have read the first two books to appreciate Sorinda’s sharp sword, but I absolutely adore Alosa the Pirate Queen and would highly recommend them.

To the publisher:
I would love to see solo books from the POVs of Mandsy and Sorinda!!!!
I've posted on my social media accounts and will do a second round in November.

I absolutely loved this daughter of the pirate king and daughter of the siren queen. And then Tricia comes back and gives us this!? Yes please!!! It's even better than the first two! I couldn't put it down 10/10 highly reccomend

Sorinda is a fierce pirate. Her journey on being a new captain of a pirate ship is an adventure, that’s for sure. I like how the story progressed on her being more comfortable with herself and her past. This book had all the pirate vibes you’d want in a book.

I LOVE HER BOOKS! This is no different! I loved seeing friends from the first two books and getting to see Sorinda and Kearon together? Sign me up pleeeeease!

It was love at first sight in a previous book, but it was not appreciated and getting to see it now? We love a good reluctant lovers story.

I absolutely adored both Sorinda and Kearan in the first two books in this world, and was so excited to read more about them. This story was definitely very connected with the other two books, however it absolutely was it’s own story and stood on it’s own. Alosa was mentioned quite a bit, it’s hard for her to not as the pirate queen and Sorinda’s friend, but Riden was actually quite minor. And honestly, I liked that. I like those characters a lot, but I’m glad that it was Sorinda’s time to shine in this story.

This book was so romantic, oh my goodness. It’s not over the top or in your face, honestly it’s pretty minor and very much a slow build. But when the moments are there, they are gooood. They are sweet and swoony, and wow does Kearan understand Sorinda like no one else can. In the words of Enwen - epic romance.

However, this story was so much more about Sorinda and her personal growth than anything else, and it was an amazing thing to read about. This book also seemed much more fantasy driven than the last two books, but it all seemed to fit well within the world that had been developed. Also, I don’t know if there’s plans for another book in this world, but I think I have a pretty strong guess as to what it would be if it happens! And of course I would never hesitate to pick it up, Tricia Levenseller’s writing is just so good. I’m totally hooked.

Thank you to the publisher & NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review an advanced copy of this book! I voluntarily read this book, and all thoughts and opinions are my own.

I love everything Tricia Levenseller writes, and “Vengeance of the Pirate Queen” is no exception. This time around, our favorite pirate queen and her consort are background characters, while assassin Sorinda is the focus. While I won’t deny I would have eagerly read many more books featuring Alosa and Riden — but who wouldn’t?? — Sorinda and Kearan were so easy to get invested in. And the King of the Undersea plotline helps drum up the tension, although I’m not a huge fan of that cliffhanger. That said, I’ll be back for the next installment!

*Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an ARC.*

You know the feeling you get when you reread a book? or that feeling when you're familiar with the world and are just so damn excited to get back to it? Reading Vengeance of the Pirate King gave me the feeling I had when I picked up the final Harry Potter book. I was immediately and completely sucked back into this world and I did not ever want to put it down all the while dreading the fact that it would end.

I don't read much YA but this original duology have always been 5 star reads for me and this book made them that much better. We go from following Alosa's journey in the first two books - then - switching the Sorinda's POV in the third, after the events of Alosa's accomplishments in the initial duology. Sorinda has the personality and the darkness inside her that makes her the perfect assassin. She is loyal, fearless, precise, and enjoys the hunt - but we get to watch the cold and uncaring parts of her transform into something else entirely when she has to work alongside Kearan. This is one of the better "high seas" stories that I have read as of late.

If you love good character development and Pirates of the Caribbean then this book (and the series as a whole) is for you!

i got access to this book from netgalley in exchange for a review!
i absolutely adore tricia levenseller and all her works. so of course i had to get my hands on her newest one! this book of the series turns to another character in the pirate queens life: sorinda, her vengeance. sorinda was the assassin friend of the pirate queen and it’s about time she got her own story. tricia levenseller is absolutely amazing at how she weaves her stories, enchanting you with every word.
i did think this book fell a little flat in comparison to the first book, which i thought the same of the second book too. did i still enjoy it? absolutely. will i read another if she writes it? also absolutely. should definitely give it a read!