Unyielding, book three in the Blacksea Odyssey, is a phenomenal end to a phenomenal trilogy that just got better with each new installment. The story picks up where we left off at the end of book two, with our delightfully flawed heroines, Nyssa and Quinn. We’re plunged into the action right away, and it just doesn’t quit. Unyielding delivers even more world building, exciting fighting, sweet romance, delicious spice, and ancient gods.

Nyssa is the backbone of the Blacksea world (she does carry its name, after all), but she’s just one in a cadre of fabulously well-developed characters. We get deeper into Quinn’s head as she struggles with the darkness and trauma of her past. Aryis works hard to make amends, while Athen works to reconcile his hurt with his love. Our pirate crew, led by Elias and Fontaine, are back with their fierce loyalty and much needed levity. Reece is just as amazing as she was in the first two installments, and her blossoming relationship with the wonderfully enigmatic Medias is one of my favorite parts of the story.

The quality of the writing is top notch, and the storyline flows so smoothly. Vodvarka is hands down a must-read author for me. With at least two more books coming in the Blacksea universe, I can’t wait to see what she has in store!

I received a free ARC from the author, but my review is unbiased and left voluntarily.