Love this series, and loved this book as a conclusion to the series. The norse elements of the series were fun for me to pick out, and the world building was absolutely phenomenal. I’m sad to see Rime and Hirka go, but would reread in a heartbeat. Definitely on of the best fantasy series I’ve read in awhile.

This series is brilliant, why did it take so long to be translayed.
A powerful blending of Norse mythology with epic Fantasy. What's not to like.

This is the third book in the series so ensure you read them in order.

I have some very complex feelings about this book. On the one hand, Hirka and Rime both seem to be in a horrid situation of their own making. One that they wouldn't be in if each (in separate ways and for separate reasons) hadn't chosen to side with Graal. During this book, there were moments when I couldn't help but think "children". In the sense that children run blindly into things without considering consequences and then wonder why their world has gone to s**t. And then sit and sulk about it because it didn't turn out how they expected.

At one point, I was frustrated and just couldn't understand Hirka's motivations. It felt like she just couldn't make up her mind about who she should help. But as I considered those motivations and why she chose to side with each person, I realized that she kept getting pushed around by what others wanted because ultimately she thought their goals would bring her closer to what she wanted for herself. And there is nothing childish about that. Just perhaps naivety.

And then there are those parts about not belonging. The need to fit in (or the desire to fit in), and how that can result in stupid decisions that we then regret when we step back and look at things a bit more clearly. So then instead of that "sheesh, children", I felt deep sympathy for two young people trying to do what was right and making the wrong choices instead. Very complex.

As her dedication said: "To the one... who thinks you'll never rise again. This is your book."

Siri Pettersen's "The Raven Cycle" Trilogy is unlike any other series I've read in quite some time. These books will immerse you in a world where nearly anything is possible, in characters whose motives are complex and development dynamic, in an intricately-woven plot that will leave you excited to read from chapter to chapter.

In each book of this series, I started a little hesitant, and this one was no different -- there is still way too much tension between Hirka and Rime that doesn't seem to be resolving any time soon, and Hirka is setting off for yet another perilous and hopeless mission. No longer in the human world, Hirka finds herself among her "own" in Dreysil. But as she has in every other place she's lived prior, she struggles to find her place in this world despite her importance to those in power there. As she navigates another difficult leg of her journey in restoring the Might, Rime deals with the fallout of leaving his own position of power. As he picks up the pieces of his army and prepares for the upcoming battle against the invading Umpiri, one of the remaining council members, Darkdaggar, plots to oust Rime once and for all, risking the lives of all of Ym in the process.

This book serves the reader more of what worked in previous books: Hirka's badass, independent, moralistic nature; historical lore revealed slowly; and plenty of sly plans made under the radar to be revealed at the final climactic battle. I adored this book mostly for the character development. Thinking back to the Hirka of book one to the Hirka in this one, it's so clear to see the lines that connected the two. Her motives are the same, as are her beliefs, but she's less jaded and more realistic. She's more willing to accept that there's evil in the world, which makes her development in this book much more complex. The romance between her and Rime is so tactful, with one of the longest slow burns in series history, I'm certain. Even Pettersen's minor characters are complex and well-developed, capable of standing on their own. Reading the resolution of long-term minor characters like Urd, Graal, and Eirik was incredibly satisfying. Even the resolution of newer characters, like Kolail and Skerri, was lovely.

If you can't tell already, I'll be reading everything Pettersen writes from here on out. Her ability to create a well-rounded major/minor characters is enough to hold even the weakest of plots together. I'd read 17 spinoff series about every character in this series and never get bored. If you're a lover of fantasy, do yourself a favor and read this series.

The Might is the epic conclusion to The Raven Rings series and wow this does not disappoint! Hirka is an absolutely phenomenal character and proves that in this story once again. On the flip side, Rime, while still a wonderful character, feels more relatable to the everyday person, he has his flaws and issues and he's vulnerable. This series has been one of the best fantasy series I have read and this book keeps that going!

I devoured this book from start to finish. This book fleshes out so much worldbuilding, answers questions, and leaves just a bit of a tease to wanting more but knowing the story is complete and we fans can have fun speculating about what came after.

I found Hirka's development in this to be really well done considering she went through so much in such a relatively short amount of time. It never felt forced because Hirka herself was "forcing" it to happen. It was something that she was fully aware of throughout the story which lends it so much more credibility. The same with Rime, though his development was slower and quieter than hers in many ways.

This story packed a punch, and it felt good to read a book that knew it needed to be brutal without going over the top AND without not delivering on the pain. War is ugly, and this book (this series) took that seriously and had real, lasting consequences for the characters.

What can I say? It was a great ending to a great book and I totally recommend it.

Absolutely cracking fantasy! I came in on the third act and have not read the preceding two books in the trilogy HOWEVER once I hunt them down, I get to read this again and I JUST CAN’T WAIT! Have not enjoyed pure epic fantasy like this for some time.

The Might is somewhat darker than the first two novels in the Ravneringene series. There were some things that happened with the main character that I found to be out of character for her, thus, I enjoyed myself slightly less than I did with the first two novels.
The translation from Norwegian to English was spot on - kudos to the translators!

What a rollercoaster of a read!! I really love anything with Nordic mythology in and this is everything.

Thank you to netgalley and the publishers for providing me with this e-arc

This trilogy is one of the best fantasy I have read in the last few years. We discover a complex world with characters having very human and realistic reactions. This last volume closes the trilogy perfectly, we get all the answers to our questions.
Hirka is one of my favorite characters, in this volume she proves once again that kindness and goodness are very strong values and that we must know how to forgive. She chooses to save people and give them a chance. She has grown a lot since the first book and I appreciate her evolution.
Rhyme has done some regrettable things, he knows it and he lives with it. He doesn't mope because he killed people, he regrets it, he is aware that it is wrong but he also knows that it was inevitable to save the people they love.
I loved this whole trilogy and I must admit that I have always been interested in Scandinavian stories and myths so I couldn't resist.
Quick word : A trilogy to read absolutely and I hope that one day it will be translated into French.

What a wonderful conclusion!

I'm SO glad this series was translated into English.

I always get nervous when diving into the final installment of a series, especially one I've really enjoyed! I was not disappointed with this final book. Hirka and Rime, there was no minimal amount of suffering, Pettersen went all in.

So often I feel with things wrapping up that the final book is often all about the answers and tying it all in. With The Might, there was a lot of that but there was also new things to learn and catalog with the world building. The characters and the world in this series are ... expansive and intricate, deep layers to both. It takes a great skill to morally anchor characters and see them genuinely switch sides.

My gah, the tension of waiting for Hirka and Rime to find their way back to each other. . .

An epic fantasy full of heartache, betrayal, murder, action, love and hope. If you like fantasy, start with Odin's Child and keep going...you won't be disappointed.

Thank you so much to Arctis Books, NetGalley and Siri Pettersen for a gifted earc.

I am sad that it's over, but I love the way it ended. By far the best book of the trilogy. I don't want to give anything away so I am trying to be vague, but again I love the characters and their development throughout the story. Even the "bad" characters have likeable qualities that make them feel real and relatable. Nothing is black and white about these books and that's what makes me love them so much. I highly suggest reading this trilogy for yourself. Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher, and the author for providing me with an e-arc of this book in exchange for an honest review.

what a great finish to an excellent series.
Can we please have a tv series? I want more of these worlds

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this arc.

I had this book preordered as soon as it was available. It was definitely the right choice, as this was a magnificent ending. The beginning started a little slow but had a lot of important information and moments. The only thing I disliked was waiting for Rime and Hirka to meet again. My wait was torturous for the second, so this book hit even harder. However, the ending was great, and I’m thoroughly in love.!!

The Might was an excellent conclusion to what has been a great fantasy trilogy. The book nicely wove together all the story arcs from the first two volumes to give us a satisfying finale. I enjoyed meeting the new characters in this final instalment, as well as seeing the return of a few old favourites, and the action moved along at a gripping pace that kept me turning the pages. Overall the trilogy was an imaginative and well-written work, and I would definitely read more from Siri Pettersen in the future. I am giving this book 4.5 stars, which I will round up to a five.