Mini Review: Kingdom of Ash

The final book in the Throne of Glass series.

Without spoilers, I'll try to share my emotions.

I love Sarah J Maas books and this one was no different. I read it in three days, but I had to take breaks because it was INTENSE!

Of course I cried at least once all three days - one the last day I cried like a baby.

One of the things I love about these books is the relationships - the friendships and the romance. And what people will do to save those they love.

I also love the plot twists and the moment I never saw coming - which happened frequently in this series.

While I'm sad that the series is over, it ended perfectly.

mini review: Empire of Storms

Aelin's going after her throne - not matter the obstacles in her way. She's not about to let someone terrible rule her lands. She'll do everything in her power to stop him.

The Good: I can't read Sarah J Mass without gushing.
I loved the plot twists
I loved the times I said Oh Shit aloud when something crazy happened
I love the friendships, the loyalties, the witty banter, and the agruments
I loved the romance
I loved seeing old friends - and old enemies

My co-workers love her books, so it's great having people to discuss this series with - for the I can't believe that happened to the oh my god moments.

The Bad: Waiting for the the next book

Final Thoughts: I had the biggest book hangover that it was hard to read another book for a week. That's rare for me. 

Heir of Fire: A LOVE Letter

Dear Throne of Glass Novels,

I've been a fan since I first started reading you - after hearing all kinds of buzz. I was so happy to read your first book in lines at BEA. I devoured you and you were one of my favorite books that year. The next year, I found your book at the SLJ Day of Dialogue and I was so happy.

Obtaining Crown of Midnight was one of my goals that year. Knowing your goodness, I saved you until I had a few days where I would be free to read and not yell any anyone who interrupted me or resent having to be social when all I wanted to do was read you. And you blew me away. I was happy for a short time and then all the comfort was ripped away. Although I found peace in wondering where you would take Celaena next. Again, you were among the top reads that year.

I was happy to have the Assassin's Blade novellas to keep me company while I waited for Heir of Fire. Again, I attended BEA and one of my goals was getting this book. I knew the line would start early, but I didn't imagine how early. I waited in line for two hours and when I left the line with my signed ARC, I beamed and carried the book like a prize.

I wanted to sit down and read it right then, but I forced myself to wait. I didn't read it on the train home, but several days later. I saved it for the right time and then I devoured it. I only wanted to read and find out what happened in the wake of the last book. I grew to like the brooding and mysterious Rowan. I grew found of the kitchen staff. At first I was confused about Manon, but soon grew to admire her fieriness and her determination. I felt horror, happiness, confusion, and was terrified for my favorite characters. Heir of Fire is 576 pages long and it still isn't long enough. Whatever the future holds for Celaena, I can't wait to read it. I will follow her anywhere.

~ A loving reader

And readers, if you're wondering what to read next, I have a few suggestions: