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arcanewolf's review against another edition
3.0
I did love this trilogy but I have to be honest and say that this book wasn't my favourite and I think it could've been much improved as a final book
It started off as a real good story but then seemed to declined quickly as it neared the end. It seemed like a quick rush to end the book and kill off the villains in the book.
A bit of a spoiler here if you haven't read this book yet so stop here. I did not like the way Cery died, it just seemed too quick and like Cery wasn't an important character at all, I think he deserved a much better death.
I did like the book but I think the ending could've been improved.
It started off as a real good story but then seemed to declined quickly as it neared the end. It seemed like a quick rush to end the book and kill off the villains in the book.
A bit of a spoiler here if you haven't read this book yet so stop here. I did not like the way Cery died, it just seemed too quick and like Cery wasn't an important character at all, I think he deserved a much better death.
I did like the book but I think the ending could've been improved.
sheilaghs_wheels's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.5
hannahbowen's review against another edition
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
andyxmas's review against another edition
2.0
Not as good as the previous books... But still an enjoyable story if you persevere
readerworm28's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
sassblaster's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
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? No
4.5
galax003's review against another edition
adventurous
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
kanissa's review against another edition
5.0
This is certainly my favorite of the two trilogies. Given the events covered in the story, there are surprisingly few action sequences. Instead, the plot is mostly driven along by the characters' thoughts and desires, and of course dialogue. Perhaps this is why I preferred this novel - there is more about character development and depth rather than trite plot lines.
Overall I felt this series was significantly better written than the Black Magician trilogy, although it certainly wasn't one of those stories you can't put down. In fact, it took me significantly longer to read than the Black Magician trilogy. The characters were more endearing, there seemed to be fewer cliches, and I felt emotionally engaged by the end. Generally, that is what attracts me to a story.
I won't comment much on the plot itself. Some of it (i.e., the Traitors) annoyed me, and many of the loose ends (i.e., roet) were tied up much too conveniently. These didn't greatly hamper my enjoyment of the story.
Overall I felt this series was significantly better written than the Black Magician trilogy, although it certainly wasn't one of those stories you can't put down. In fact, it took me significantly longer to read than the Black Magician trilogy. The characters were more endearing, there seemed to be fewer cliches, and I felt emotionally engaged by the end. Generally, that is what attracts me to a story.
I won't comment much on the plot itself. Some of it (i.e., the Traitors) annoyed me, and many of the loose ends (i.e., roet) were tied up much too conveniently. These didn't greatly hamper my enjoyment of the story.
linaru's review against another edition
5.0
Loved it,but I have to admit that I am missing a really good action. I MISS action with Sonea aa main character.I know this is not story about her,but I just miss her even though there is quite a lot of her POV...
janeymacd's review against another edition
3.0
The Traitor Queen was a good end to the Traitor Spy series, even if the 'action' was a little short lived. The second book in this series was somewhat of a let down for me, it seemed like filler material, but the installment has redeemed the series.
As always, Canavan tied up the loose ends of this series, but left the end open for further story lines. I see at least another series set in this world in the near future
As always, Canavan tied up the loose ends of this series, but left the end open for further story lines. I see at least another series set in this world in the near future