I've loved this series from the very beginning so I was pretty nervous about picking up the final book in the trilogy, I wanted it to end on a high note but at the same time I didn't really want it to end at all! I'm very glad that I can say my first wish came true but I still think there is plenty of scope for more stories set in this world so I'm keeping my fingers crossed that I'll get my second wish too. I think Cat and Griffin's main story is done now but I wouldn't mind seeing them in the background while some of the other members of their group get a chance to shine - Carver, Flynn, Kato, Ianthe & Lycheron, a certain Titan we meet in this book, hell even Piers could have a story to tell! Anyway, enough of my hopes for the future, let's get back to discussing the book we've already been given shall we?

What can you expect from Heart on Fire? Cat has come a long way since the first book, she's started letting people into her heart and she's built a family around herself but she still doesn't quite trust herself or her powers. She's terrified of turning into her mother and that fear is stopping her from accessing her magic when she needs it the most. Everything Cat has already been through was nothing compared to what she must face here, now it's time to beat her inner demons and it's harder than she could have dreamed possible. I love how strong the relationship between Cat and Griffin is now and I love that they have such a strong support system around them with the Beta team, Griffin's family and even Cat's friends from her days in the circus. We've known all along that the Olympians have a vested interest in the couple's future but they've stayed pretty much in the background previously so it was nice to see a few familiar gods taking more major roles in this story.

I don't want to give anything away about the plot but you can expect shocking betrayals, surprise revelations, heart stopping action, plenty of heat between Cat and Griffin (although that was toned down slightly from the second book), strong bonds of friendship and the chance to catch up with all the characters we've fallen in love with throughout the series. This is one of the best fantasy romance series that I've come across in a long time and it's definitely one that has earned a spot on my favourites shelf. I can't wait to see what Amanda Bouchet comes up with next, whatever it is will definitely be an auto-buy but please, please, please at least give us some short stories or novellas in this world - I'm not ready to completely say goodbye to these characters yet!

This was an incredibly satisfying ending to a series I really enjoyed.

In this third installment, a lot of questions left by the first two books were finally answered; questions about Cat, questions about the Gods, and questions about stuff I don't necessarily want to even mention because it would tip you off (and possibly spoil something) by mentioning it so blatantly.

Griffin and Cat are definitely one of my favorite romance couples. They truly are made for each other and I loved that we got three complete books in which to bask in their luuuuurve.

I really liked the way Amanda Bouchet weaved Greek mythology and some of the gods so seamlessly throughout both the foundation and plot lines of this series. I mentioned in my review for book one how something about that bothered me...well, it all makes sense in this book and then some.

I've read books depicting the gods before and it can be difficult to include them as characters without either, 1) making them cruel and unrelatable because you don't want to make them seem weak or inauthentic, or 2) make them totally lame and powerless because you are trying too hard to make them seem more human and relatable.

I personally thought Bouchet managed to perfectly straddle that line of making them both powerful and authentic, but still relatable and actually likeable. Not an easy feat.

I loved all the gods and how they were portrayed throughout this series.

I'll stop here so I don't ruin anything for anyone, but I will say this.

I. WANT. MORE.

I need more of this series so we can find out what happens to the peripheral characters.

You will know exactly what I mean when you read it.
Seriously though. I need to know what happens.
I hope all those waiting for this one enjoy it as much as I did.

He captured her and then captured her untamed heart. Magic and non-magic combine to fight and win against all odds, but there is still one last hurdle. She must defeat her powerful, wicked mother. Cat doubts, but Griffin and all the others see her as their hope. It's time for her to come into her own.

Heart on Fire is the third and final installment in the Kingmaker Chronicles. It is the third part of a story and must be read in order.

I'm going to pause here to say that anyone who hasn't started the series yet, but are considering it for a future read should probably not read any further. That first book and the second have some amazing twists that I don't want to spoil for anyone.

So, Cat and Griffin have just come through alive after the games and hold yet another piece of the puzzle on their quest to unite the three lands together and end Alpha Fisa's tyranny. Cat has discovered that caring a child has taught her as little else can not to be so impulsive and to take help. But her fears and guilt weigh her down. A heartbreaking betrayal casts piercing pain and gloom upon everyone and a decision that seems sound almost gets her and Griffin killed.

Cat is being tried by fire and though there are action scenes in this one and whew, was there also some passion though not too much like last book, there are also plenty of introspective and internal battles she must face to emerge as the Queen of Thalesia beside Griffin as ruler of a united land. It was tough reading much of the time for me because she is in a cycle of fear, anger, doubt, confusion, and recrimination. The gods play a bigger role in this one and I felt, like in book two, that it takes away from the story to have them swoop in and join some pretty tense scenes. I was particularly disappointed because they edge Griffin out of the picture to mere bystander much of the time unlike that magnificent warrior who captured Cat's heart, a kingdom, and fought off all enemies beside her.

The climax scene had me riveted, but I confess that I've got mixed feelings about how this one ended. I can't say more without giving up the goods. I'm not sure if I'm right, but there was also room for more if the author wants to take a few side trails of stories off this one. Now, all that being said, the main story arc of the series does come to a satisfying conclusion with Cat and Griffin.

So, all in all, this was a good, engaging read and I'm glad to have read it. It's sad to see the end of the Kingmaker Chronicles. That first book will still be one of my best reads of the year it was released. Fantasy Romance lovers who love fiery heroines, strong worldbuilding and lots of action and suspense in a fantasy setting should give these a go.

The third and final book in Amanda Bouchet’s Kingmaker Chronicles, HEART ON FIRE, comes out today. (January 2, 2018) Since it’s the series finale, it’s virtually impossible to write this review without spoilers for the previous books, but I am going to try my very darndest. To that end, I have composed a list of five things I think readers should know about HEART ON FIRE. Here goes.

The Women (and there are many) are Badass

If you put a book up to the Bechdel test, this would pass with flying colors. In addition to Selena (her healer friend from the circus) and Griffin’s sisters, Cat added another two women to her family in the second book, BREATH OF FIRE. Bellanca, a princess in her own right, is a fire mage and pretty much my favorite character in the series. She’s prickly and intense, never hesitating to call out her companions for their nonsense. She’s also a source of comic relief at times, often batting at her flaming hair or “accidentally” hitting Carver. Ianthe, Cat’s sister, is a water mage and possesses the same sort of compassionate strength that makes Cat so heroic. (She gets a bit of her own HEA and I would like their book now please and thank you.)

Then there’s Cat. She’s a bit of a Mary Sue, designed to be such, but also… not? In all three books, Cat messes up with surprising frequency. The number of times she nearly dies or is bleeding, broken, or otherwise impaired is impressive. Bouchet really puts her through it. As with the other novels in the series, this book is about Cat finding her strength. Not strength despite adversity, but because of it. In this novel, Bouchet gives us women to admire, to emulate, to want to be friends with.



Bouchet Amped Up the Godsauce

“Suzanne, what is godsauce? It sounds dirty.” Godsauce is my way of saying “crazysauce but with Greek gods.” Bouchet packed this book full, moreso than the previous two, of gods, goddesses, and mythical figures and places. I can’t give you too many details without spoiling the book, but let’s say you could draw a chart that shows godsauce and romance over time. As the series progresses, godsauce rises and romance decreases.



You May Miss the Romance

Which brings me to my next point - the romance is probably lacking if that’s what you’re after. While I appreciate that Bouchet shows Cat having a physical relationship with her husband and fighting her ass off while pregnant, there’s no denying that this is more of an epic fantasy novel and less of a fantasy romance. Cat and Griffin’s relationship was thoroughly solid early into Book 2, and I think I would have resented it if Bouchet continued to make them doubt each other. Their love and the strength they both take from that love is still a driving force, however. (And Bouchet gives us a couple of secondary romances as well!)



It’s Relentlessly Hopeful

If you ever need to read a story about strength and triumph over adversity, here’s a book for you. Cat’s put through just about every possible emotional and physical challenge and, through it, finds a path forward that works for her. It doesn’t have to make sense to the rest of the characters, but it’s the only way she can maintain her core values and also save Thalyria. Hope is such a strong characteristic of this book that I would have no problem describing it with just that single word. For example, this line:



“Compassion and ruthlessness have always danced around each other inside me like wary partners, but I know the music they spin to, and I’d rather have a heart to break than no heart at all.”



Matt Swore About the Ending (But I Didn’t)

Originally, Matt and I were going to do a joint review for this book, both of us offering our thoughts. However, he read the book start to finish as soon as he got his hands on it (months ago) and I chose to put it off and savor the last book in this brilliant series. The end result is that I’m writing this review with just my opinions, with one caveat - the ending. Matt wanted the ending to go a different way, cursing a bit about it. I had the opposite reaction. I was wondering how Bouchet could possibly reconcile the inevitable defeat of Cat’s mother (the Big Bad) with the recurring motifs of hope and goodness. I was quite happy with the way things turned out.

Hear on Fire is the third (final?) book in the Kingmaker Chronicles by Amanda Bouchet.



I requested this book last month because I did have the first 2 books in the series but had not read them yet and I received the third book as eARC so I decided to marathon the series during the Holidays.



I absolutely loved all the books and it didn't take me long to read the books.



I love the world and the story so much and I am sad to see it end. I hope Heart on Fire isn't the last book or at least would be nice to have spin-off series about Kato and Flynn.



I am giving this book 5 out of 5. Heck I am giving the entire series 5 out of 5.

Heart on Fire is probably the most exhausting of the books in this trilogy with its rip-roaring adventure pulsating throughout the pages. Every time I felt that Cat and company could take a breather I quickly realized that I was wrong.


What's different about Heart on Fire is that Cat seems to be hit with the reality of her responsibilities. She and Griffin have brought hope to many people who are relying on them to deliver peace and stability. After surviving the Agon Games, the people view her with such adulation and it's something she feels unworthy of. Not only is she fighting for their people, she's also fighting for her survival and that of her unborn child within her. And then there's her mother, her ultimate nemesis whom she has to face eventually. Seriously, the girl can't even sit for five minutes without some crisis that needs her attention!


I felt that Cat spent a lot of time in her own head, confused about her purpose. She's scared, tired, angry -- in fact, I believe this is the most vulnerable we've ever seen her. As if that isn't enough, she and Griffin are also hit with the revelation that their union might not have been as fortuitous as they thought. It becomes a question of destiny versus free will with both of them attempting to prove that they're not the gods' playthings. Cat and Griffin's relationship has always been central to the story and to the future of the kingdom. Their connection is the most compelling aspect of the series. Together they're sexy, funny, and most importantly strong. There's no denying that they draw out the best in each other but the pressure on them as the alpha couple is heavy, and as long as Cat can overcome her apprehensions and find her power again, they're ready to finish what they've started.


We've reached a crucial point here in the the book, and because losses can always be guaranteed in warfare, your heart will be broken a couple of times. Each battle, each hurdle leads to the final showdown: Cat versus her evil mother. The Kingmaker Chronicles has been one of the best series I've ever read, rich in depth and detail so it feels like you're witnessing the action in front of you. It's been a magnificent ride and I'm a little sad that it's over now but thankful that I got to experience this.



~ Bel

A PROMISE OF FIRE reeled me in and BREATH OF FIRE kept me wanting more, but if HEART ON FIRE wasn't the last book in the trilogy I might not have picked up the next book.

One of the things that drew me to this series was Cat and her kick-ass attitude and way of doing things, but I actually found her to be whiny and annoying at most times throughout HEART ON FIRE. I honestly felt like I was reading about someone else, because this was not the Cat I fell in love with.

The plot, what the heck happened? Everything dragged so much that by the time it got to the meat of any situation I was just ready for it to end. We hardly see any of our favorite secondary characters as there is a lot of alone time with Griffin and Cat. In previous books, that might have been fine, but with HEART ON FIRE, I was just bored without them. Everything about HEART ON FIRE was off to me.

My final let down of the final book was the fact that that there is no HEA epilogue after all that has happened in this series. It was very disappointing to make it through the final book with it's issues and not even get that. I'm sad that a series with such a promising start, crashed and burned in the end.

* This book was provided free of charge from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.

I was so so excited to get my hands on #heartonfire by #amandabouchet before it was released on 1/2/18. Thanks to #netgalley for the ARC.

In this finale we follow Cat and Griffin as they work to unite Thalyria. Cat must learn to accept her power and her destiny for the sake of her kingdom.

What I liked it the authors does an amazing job of word building, loved the romance and the characters.

But, I hate to say this but I was disappointed with the final installment of the #kingmakerchronicles. Some of the things I loved about the first two books seemed to be missing from this one. The story dragged at times and the ending felt anti-climatic. I HATE when books skim over the most important part. This trilogy was leading up to a certain moment and I felt cheated with how the author choose to unfold it. There seems to be room for more book either with a different plot line or a spin off to close some questions that were unresolved. #Foodie #read #reads #the_reading_foodie #laeats #fatty #yummy #burger #alwayseating #bookish #alwaysreading #bibliophile #bookworm #bookslut #bookstagram #booknerd #foodstagram #bookgeek #bookporn #foodporn #fries #arc #book #books #reader #carbs #johnnyrockets

The Kingmaker Chronicles has been packed full of action and sensuality, and is one of my favorite series over the past year. This riveting conclusion is how I rang in the new year, and it was somewhat bittersweet to know that the series is ending so soon.

In Breath of Fire, we saw Catalia "Cat" Fisa, mature as a character and start to accept her fate as future queen of Thalyria. In Heart on Fire, Cat continues to realize what the gods intended by imbuing her with their power and setting her on the path to become a savior of Thalyria. I liked that Cat was continuously humbled by everyone's belief in her and support of her power bid. I also thought that the touch of vulnerability in Cat when it came to her relationship with Griffin helped humanize her, and soften the edges of our kickass heroine.

Griffin seemed to take more of a backseat in the conclusion. He is not the main character of the series, but he has fallen into more of a supportive and loving role for our heroine. I love that Griffin allows Cat to wield her own power, but that he doesn't let her cow him or run roughshod over the relationship. Griffin is also incredibly demanding in their intimate relationship and takes charge when its most exciting. Yum!

Our team's journey is culminating in the final and most dangerous fight of all - the one against Cat's sadistic and power-mad mother. Before Cat will be able to match and exceed her mother's power, she will have to accept and trust herself and stop feeling guilt over things in the past. Griffin was instrumental on Cat's journey to self-acceptance and I loved how supportive he was, yet knew when to push her when she was getting in her own way. I really enjoyed the appearance of all the various gods in this final installment, including the revelations of the roles that they played in Cat's life.

I somewhat felt like the ending was a bit rushed... however I think that is only because I am sad that the series is ending. I was trying to stretch things out in my mind and the end was just rushing at me. I do hope that Amanda Bouchet will continue the world in some way, perhaps in a spinoff. Cat's sister, Ianthe, is screaming for her own story to be told along side her new companion (who I will not mention to avoid spoilers).

If you are a fantasy romance fan, I definitely recommend that you pick up this series. I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book from the publisher, Sourcebooks Casablanca.

2.5 stars.

Something was missing with this one for me. The story was off, the characters felt completely different, and I found myself forcing myself to finish this book. I don't know what happened - I was so looking forward to this book and it completely fell flat for me and this was after I absolutely LOVED the first two books.

Thanks for the opportunity to read even though it didn't work out.

I'm a little sad to say this, but as a series finale, Heart on Fire, was a bit disappointing. After very much enjoying the first two books in this series, I went into Heart on Fire with a lot of high expectations, and I think that led to some of my mixed feelings towards this book.

Let me get to the positives first. The characters, as always, were very much engaging. I especially enjoyed seeing how much growth Cat, the heroine, has undergone over the series. She's much calmer, much more level-headed as compared to the first book. True, she tends to be a very very special snowflake sort of character here, with her having ALL the powers and abilities, but I've enjoyed seeing Cat really opening up, forging relationships and finding herself in the process. Griffin was also much different here, and I liked the changes to his personality. Though he is still fiercely protective of Cat, he's not a total grouchy alpha-male. He respects Cat's decisions and listens to her. Together, Cat and Griffin are swoonier than ever. I love how comfortable they are together, and I thought they were so great as a couple. They worked together and were each other's priorities, which made my shippy heart very happy. I also enjoyed getting to know more about the mythology and world-building here. All the gods especially were super fun!

Now onto my main complaint about Heart on Fire: the plot. I felt like it was very slow-moving, and ultimately, I felt like it was missing the excitement I was hoping for from a series finale. Not a lot happens here, and everything rapidly wrapped up in a neat bow at the end, which left me a bit frustrated. I was also a bit disappointed by how little of Team Beta we saw here. I thought they were the heart and soul of the previous books in the series, and their dynamics with Cat and Griffin made the books stronger.

All in all, Heart on Fire is not a terrible series finale, but I expected more. I'm hoping we'll get to see a spinoff series as there are some story lines that were left unresolved.

The third and final installment in the Kingmaker Chronicles, Heart on Fire shows us a more introspective Cat. Pregnant with she and Griffin’s first child, living finally means more to Cat than conquering the world. She is starting to think before she leaps into danger and that second guessing has made her powers even more unreliable. She has got to figure things out before she goes to war with her mother or she and her new family don’t stand a chance.

This series has been one of my favorite new romantic fantasy series and Griffin and Cat made my top 5 romantic couples of all time. I had mixed feelings about reading this last novel because I just didn’t want their story to end. Even though Heart on Fire showed us a more emotional Cat and less of a kick but heroine, it fit. Cat has found her heart in Griffin, their baby, his family and her friends on the Beta team and she has a lot to lose in this final battle with her mother. Griffin’s support remains steadfast and even though they have a few really difficult final challenges to overcome he always chooses Cat. Griffin is every woman’s fantasy mate and he lives up to that title in Heart on Fire.

Even though I said I didn’t want Cat and Griffin’s story to end, I’ll admit, I was a little impatient with all of Cat’s introspection. I was used to the fast pace of the previous two novels, more action than introspection, so the change in pace took a little getting used to. However, once I adjusted I realized that I felt more connected to Cat than I had been. Truthfully, in the first two books Griffin was the character I was more enthralled with because he was such an Alpha male in love, which is really attractive. I took note of Cat’s emotions, but her thoughts and emotions were secondary. Heart on Fire made me have more empathy for Cat, giving the finale more impact.

If I ranked the three books Heart on Fire would fall at #3. It was my least favorite of the three but at the same time it was a great ending to the series. These characters needed to grow in the direction Amanda Bouchet wrote in order for their emotional arc’s to be complete. Cat and Griffin went from two dimensional to bright 3D technicolor…right where they belong.

I was given a copy of this book through NetGalley for my honest review and it was honest.

Heart on Fire was the perfect blend of steam, humor and heart-pounding adventure! Once again, Amanda Bouchet excelled in the fantasy romance genre, delivered an explosive, fast-paced and sizzling conclusion to a series that hooked my mind and my soul from the start, and encompassed me in the journey of her heroes until all I could see, breathe and feel was them.

In Heart on Fire, free will clashed with destiny, in a lethal dance to fulfill one's Fate without depriving them of choice. Cat and Griffin were designed to be the pawns which were set into motion by the Gods themselves, and the meddling of the latter in human affairs was stronger than ever. But the power couple of Thalyria carved their own path, with their bare hands, with sweat and blood and the desire to actually make a change, to fight for the oppressed and give them Elpis, hope for better days under the sun. Battles of epic proportions, Olympians radiating power and Elemental Magic made Heart on Fire unputdownable. Your ears ringed when swords collided, your skin prickled with the tangible essence of magic, and Beta Team was your team, their agony, their struggles, they touched you to the core.

Amanda Bouchet has the incredible talent to make your belly tremble with genuine, deep laughter, your eyes sting and water, your body tingle and your toes curl, all of them in the same book. Without losing Cat’s trademark sarcasm and brash behavior, Heart on Fire was a traumatic but also a cathartic experience, for Cat and for the reader alike. The sassy heroine who grew up amidst fear and darkness, power games and distrust, but who was also loved, fiercely, unconditionally and reverently, concluded her journey, discovered herself and embraced her limitless potential after facing countless trials, physical and emotional. She reached her breaking point many times, and her refusal to believe in herself, to find the balance between kindness and ruthlessness almost cost her everything and everyone she held dear. But in this difficult road to self-discovery, she had by her side the haven to her tempest, Griffin. Their scenes varied between richly emotional and scorching hot (after all, it’s called fantasy romance for a reason), and Griffin’s unwavering loyalty and faith was really touching. And dreamy. And sexy, to be honest.

Heart on Fire is the 2018 read you cannot miss!

What a great ending to Cat and Griffin’s story. I’ve loved everything leading up to and including this book. This is fantasy at its finest and Ms. Bouchet has set the bar high for other aspiring writers as well as those already established in the genre.
Once more filled with Gods and magic, creatures of the Gods and internal battles along with violent physical battles, Heart on Fire is action packed. I have struggled with Cat’s repeatedly not getting her magic right until she or those around her were almost dead, but I never realized that this was the true test. I appreciated the way this author brought us to this end.
The romance once more takes a back seat and yet the love Cat and Griffin have for each other and their family is the very core of the story. Cat is tested again and again throughout this series, but it is here that she faces her final life changing challenge.
There are no words to express the way this story spreads itself out and then wraps you up within itself. Absolutely loved it!
This is an honest review of an advanced copy provided by NetGalley and Sourcebooks.

I completely loved it. I finished reading Heart on Fire and went right back and started a re-read of all three books in this series again. My only hope is that Bouchet continues this series and gives us closure for the few open plot lines for the side characters, I'm caught up with the what ifs and where would that plot direction go?

I received an ARC copy of Heart on Fire from SOURCEBOOKS Casablanca. This is my honest and voluntary review. Heart on Fire is set for publication Jan. 2, 2017.

My Rating: 5 stars
Written by: Amanda Bouchet
Series: The Kingmaker Chronicles
Sequence in Series: Book 3
Mass Market Paperback: 416 pages
Publisher: Sourcebooks Casablanca
Publication Date: January 2, 2018
ISBN-10: 1492626074
ISBN-13: 978-1492626077
Genre: Romantic Fantasy

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I've loved this series and I'm so pleased there's a happy resolution. Cat and Griffin are this awesome power couple driven to protect others and yet Cat has suffered so much. I loved knowing Griffin was always meant for Cat and yes those meddling Olympians actually featured quite heavily in this book. I know that Cat is the embodiment of hope for a new world but really I wanted a bit more action. What we get is Cat struggling to understand and control her powers so she is almost on a quest to unlock that which she is not able to rely on and as the time to confront her evil mother approaches she will really need to pull out the big guns.
I absolutely loved the first two books in this series but unfortunately just liked this instalment. At times too much grand standing and very wordy but light on action. The Gods frequently pop in but really if this is their big plan couldn't they help more? Yes Cat has to trust herself but honestly I thought at times Griffin was pushed too far into the background. Plus the ending felt anticlimactic as her mother acts completely out of character and although I can see that the author wasn't comfortable with matricide with so many Gods in this story couldn't there have been a different outcome ? After all they excel at fiendish punishments but no that wasn't to be.
The mark of a good writer is when they can pull emotions out of their readers that are unexpected. This story is no different and I truly had a lump in my throat as Cat faces desperation and heartbreak. Fear not though as everything happens for a reason. So Cat and Griffin achieved the greatness that they deserved but I'm still left with questions. Will Carver find love with a hot headed woman, what on earth will a Titan get up to and even more urgent will we get Lanthes story? Oh yes there's definitely scope for the author to revisit these characters and honestly I can't wait.
This voluntary take is of a copy I requested from Netgalley and my thoughts and comments are honest and I believe fair

Cat is back along with the rest of the gang plus little bean! The third and last book in this trilogy culminates with where it all started, with Cat and Griffin confronting her own arch nemesis, her mother. Blessed by the gods and foreseen to unify and bring back Thalyria, Cat now the embodiment of Elpis (hope) still has trouble accepting who she is and what she is capable off. Only when each one of her own adopted family, starts sacrificing themselves and her own life with Griffin is threatened does she start accepting her destiny and finally uses her powers does she come on her own. Although Heart on Fire ends the saga of Cat and Griffin, it opens up other potential stories from the world of Thalyria and the other characters getting their own book (we hope!) Heart of Fire gives a satisfying ending for our couple and we still live in hope that more stories comes out from the world of Thalyria!

I'm sorry but despite enjoying the first two in this series, I just couldn't finish this. I think I may have fallen out of love with the characters.

Talk about ending on a high note! Heart on Fire was the best book of the trilogy! The romance and plot complimented each other evenly, where in previous books I thought the romance/sex overshadowed the world and lore. Cat was fierce, and I loved the partnership she had with Griffin! I’ve always loved her friendship with Beta Team, particularly the shared love between her and Kato. In the past that was what drove me to continue reading, but finally in Heart on Fire I was equally invested in Cat’s marriage.

Nearly everything about this final book was perfectly balanced. I was definitely addicted this time around. I guess the third times the charm.

There was one complaint I had, and I have to mention it at least to clear my conscience. The ending felt weak. I think that a lot of people will love the symmetry to how everything played out, but this reader felt like it was a little too perfect and easy. I had a hard time buying it. I needed something more.

I guess that’s another reason I’m really hoping we aren’t finished with Thalyria. I really do want more!