It was a wonderfully satisfying ending to the first trilogy by Hobb. Fitz suffers so many things and sacrifices so much for the good of the kingdom anIt was a wonderfully satisfying ending to the first trilogy by Hobb. Fitz suffers so many things and sacrifices so much for the good of the kingdom and family. I suspected who the Elderlings are, and I do like being right. I am so glad I picked up this trilogy and will have no qualms choosing the next Robin Hobb trilogy in the world of the Elderlings. What's not to love? I got magic, animal companions, found family, and in the end, legendary mythical creatures!...more
I always feel a novella is like a snack between books in any series. They enhance the story, the characters, and the world. This A Snack Between Books
I always feel a novella is like a snack between books in any series. They enhance the story, the characters, and the world. This was just that for me as I wasn't ready yet to let go and move on while we wait for book #4. I love reading more about the journey to acquiring the dragon egg, and it strengthened Aeson's motivation. I'm anticipating more adventures to come....more
I actually enjoyed that final chapter the best. The author switching the narrator just for that part has made the difference in my choice to possibly I actually enjoyed that final chapter the best. The author switching the narrator just for that part has made the difference in my choice to possibly pick up the sequel in the future. If, that is, that we get more of "his" pov......more
I was hoping to read more about these characters and know their back story. I was also hoping to find out how one of my favorite sidAll I'd hoped for!
I was hoping to read more about these characters and know their back story. I was also hoping to find out how one of my favorite side characters knew Dayne! I wasn't disappointed and very satisfied. ... well, not completely because I really want book 4 as I am not ready to let this story go just yet. ...more
The 3 rd just keeps the momentum of the story going. I wish I had book 4 right now so that I could jump back into the world. One of the sMORE, PLEASE!
The 3 rd just keeps the momentum of the story going. I wish I had book 4 right now so that I could jump back into the world. One of the side characters we are introduced to in this book is now my favorite of all the sides. Cheeky saucy side characters that have me laughing out loud... Yes, thank you! A little comic relief in the dark moments is much appreciated. ...more
There were a few times when the character's mind spoke to their dragons, and it took me a moment to understand what was happening. A change in the fonThere were a few times when the character's mind spoke to their dragons, and it took me a moment to understand what was happening. A change in the font will help that should it the story ever be republished. That being said... This gave me enough of a glimpse into the world that I am definitely going to read the full length novels! DRAGONS...more
I was immersed in the world. The retelling of 1001 nights was wonderful. Magical. I had feels. I love the chosen family theme, and it is prevalent in I was immersed in the world. The retelling of 1001 nights was wonderful. Magical. I had feels. I love the chosen family theme, and it is prevalent in this story. I highly recommend this duology, and the short stories as well....more
I was invested in the characters and the plot. I can see where it gets compared a little to Red Rising due to the Ranking of the social classes... andI was invested in the characters and the plot. I can see where it gets compared a little to Red Rising due to the Ranking of the social classes... and the way common folk can have the opportunity to rise through the Dragon riding school... I can see why it may be compared to GoT due to... well Dragons, and the connection the riders have to them. Both of these comparisons also have in common with our book the palace intrigue and betrayal for a someone's own gain, and rise disguised as well meaning. I will continue to book 2....more
This was a really good fantasy novel debut. I loved the world building, and the magic system was pretty easy to understand. There are a lot of things This was a really good fantasy novel debut. I loved the world building, and the magic system was pretty easy to understand. There are a lot of things going on, and many pieces moving on both sides. The Dominion is at war with the Hzorah Tribes. Magic is banned in Hzorah, and the Dominion still believes that their Wizard will return, renewing the true gifts, and return hope. The Hzorah only need to bend the knee and submit... The Hzorah will not submit without a fight. So much to unpack. I am looking forward to the 2nd book very much. ...more
Omg! That was... wow! Couldn't put it down! Tau is such an amzing character. He's driven, by rage in the 1st book, vengeance in this one! What is nextOmg! That was... wow! Couldn't put it down! Tau is such an amzing character. He's driven, by rage in the 1st book, vengeance in this one! What is next? Will his people beable to escape what is coming? Will Tsiora be able to change how those thought lesser are treated? Evan Winter really is so good at the action scenes. I really am so looking forward tk the 3rd book! Gimme gimme!...more
Ohhhh, I do love the friendships in this one! And Roberts still gives a nice mix of Fey magic and the contemporary world. Can't wait for the next bookOhhhh, I do love the friendships in this one! And Roberts still gives a nice mix of Fey magic and the contemporary world. Can't wait for the next book!...more
This was so dang good, I could not set it aside... for any reason... I mean I gave up movie night with my husband just to binge this story! Intense. BThis was so dang good, I could not set it aside... for any reason... I mean I gave up movie night with my husband just to binge this story! Intense. Battles, preparing for battle... more battle, both gross & disgusting fight scenes, and not to mention... DRAGONS! Life is great for Tau, the kid wants family, home with "that girl with the smile", and not a life of a warrior... he's got a plan... then BAM! Something tragic changes everything and all the young man wants is Vengeance! Low born to rise! I love it, I'm here for it. I love that vengence is not all that simple, and characters learn, grow, and begin to see a much bigger picture then just themslves... but at what cost? Tau... ...more
Oh how I love these Tea Dragon books! This story is about a Dragon who'd fallen asleep and hadn't woken for many years. They wake when a young girl anOh how I love these Tea Dragon books! This story is about a Dragon who'd fallen asleep and hadn't woken for many years. They wake when a young girl and her tea dragon find them in an old forgotten shrine. The villagers assumed the Dragon had just gotten bored and left. We also get to see Erik and Hese during their bounty hunting years. Very cool. The illustrations are beautiful, and yes I still want a tea dragon ...more
I loved returning to this world even in short stories. It was like visiting old friends and catching up on what sonevof my favorite characters havd beI loved returning to this world even in short stories. It was like visiting old friends and catching up on what sonevof my favorite characters havd been up to since the last of The Inheritance books. I so hope that one day we'll have a full length book from this world. But I wouldn't mind a few short stories like this here and there....more
I was struggling to read the physical copy, due to my focus being really off. I downloaded this audio and, bam! I couldn't put it down. the Narrator wI was struggling to read the physical copy, due to my focus being really off. I downloaded this audio and, bam! I couldn't put it down. the Narrator was amazing. She did the voices, and had a pleasant smooth cadance. I can't really say what the best parts for me were. I love a good twist here, betrayal there, and a side character or two for comic relief. The book was packed full of epic quests, and adventure. The story ended, and now I see why others like this story so much....more
This book gave me those nostalgic feelings from when. I dabbled in D&D and other RP adventure games with friends. In this story we have a group/band tThis book gave me those nostalgic feelings from when. I dabbled in D&D and other RP adventure games with friends. In this story we have a group/band that comes out of retirement because one of them has a daughter in trouble. A quest begins with finding the other band members, not an easy task because at every turn there's an adversary, or two. Or more... there's adventure, amusing banter, and strange creatures at every turn. I enjoyed this book, and might pick up the second sooner or later....more
I was just as drawn in as I was with the first book, and I am so looking forward to the 3rd! I really liked the characters. Tea is the perfect name foI was just as drawn in as I was with the first book, and I am so looking forward to the 3rd! I really liked the characters. Tea is the perfect name for our main character, because she is spilling it as she moves forward in her plan. Her plan... the final stage. Dang it. ...more
This was an amazing middle grade fantasy. I'm so glad to finally be able to pick it up and emerse myself in this story. A story of letting go of sorroThis was an amazing middle grade fantasy. I'm so glad to finally be able to pick it up and emerse myself in this story. A story of letting go of sorrow and reaching for hope. It didn't hurt to have magic in the mix....more
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