Soooo I really enjoyed this trilogy. Or shall I say, first and last book, as I couldn't get the second on time. Pro tip - it makes it easier to know what's what if you don't skip the second book..
Full of action, complex enough mythology lesson in the format of a goo book. Best read/listened to in fewer times as possible. This helps not to loose a thread.
Very engaging and I thoroughly recommend. But yeah, read all three books in a row, don't be like me :)

This was such a satisfying ending to the series! It was just as good as the last two books, and did not disappoint with the ending. I listened to the audiobooks for all three books in this series, and the narrator was amazing. They really put their soul into the charaters, and it absolutely helped me to lose mysellf in the story. I loved this series. Going in to it I was slightly familiar with the Epic of Gilgamesh, but after reading this series I can say there was a lot that I did not know- and that was part of why I loved this series so much. I also loved reading a retelling of a myth that wasn’t a Greek myth. Don’t get me wrong, I love a Greek myth, but it feels like those are everywhere right now. I enjoyed that I got to explore a completely different culture from a different part of the world with this series. The characters are vivid and dynamic, and will have you completely invested in their journey through the books. There are those that you’ll love, those you’ll hate, and those you love to hate. To me this really showcases how well-written the series is, the characters show a full range of human emotions and representations of personalities. I woulod recommend this one if you like myth retellings, character driven stories, and lyrical prose.

I'm brokenhearted that this book concludes this outstanding series. Well, on with the review. One step and then the next...

Emily H. Wilson’s Ninshubar is a stunning, soul-deep finale to the Sumerians trilogy; a lyrical, gripping reimagining of The Epic of Gilgamesh. Six months after the fall of Sumer, gods and mortals alike are scattered: Ereshkigal fights to save the man she loves, Gilgamesh seeks salvation in Egypt, and loyal Ninshubar searches for her lost mistress as Tiamat’s shadow looms.

Richly human characters, heart-stopping stakes, and prose that dances between brutality and enchantment make this a masterpiece of mythic fantasy. A must-read for fans of Madeline Miller, Jennifer Saint, feminist literature, and epic tales of loyalty, sacrifice, and hope.

I highly recommend the audiobook. The narrator, Zehra Jane Naqvi gives a masterful performance; nuanced, well paced, and dynamic.

"A god is nothing without a good story."

⭐ More than five stars. Unforgettable.

Thank you, Emily H. Wilson, Tantor Audio and NetGalley for an advanced copy in exchange for my honest review. All opinions expressed in this review are my own

Available Aug 5, 2025

Categories
Historical Fiction, Sci Fi & Fantasy, General Fiction (Adult)