Tag Archive for: Fantasy

The Immortal Throne

The Immortal ThroneTitle: The Immortal Throne
Author: Bree Despain
Series: Into the Dark #3
Genre: Fantasy
Format: Kindle
Pages: 344
Source: Owned
Reason: Just Because
Rating:

My Thoughts

I don’t know why I waited so long to read THE IMMORTAL THRONE. I knew I’d love it and I did, more than I thought I would. This was a fantastic conclusion to the trilogy. I loved that some things were left open, but most of the major things were resolved. I loved getting to spend time in both the Underrealm and Skyrealm. I loved LOVED LOVED all the mythology that went into this trilogy (and all the Star Wars references since I know Bree is a huge fan).

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The Ashfire King

The Ashfire KingTitle: The Ashfire King
Author: Chelsea Abdullah
Series: Sandsea Trilogy #2
Genre: Fantasy
Format: Audio
Pages: 529
Length: 19h 36m
Narrator: Nikki Massoud, and more
Source: Library
Reason: Just Because
Rating:

My Thoughts

THE ASHFIRE KING was just as good, if not better, than THE STARDUST THIEF. I loved seeing the djinn kingdom and cities, and all the different djinn and their magic. I loved getting to know Riju and the Resurrectionist more in this one. The slow-burn romance is driving me insane only because I’m just as unsure as Loulie is. I don’t think there’s any romantic love between her and Qadir, but I’m not sure. I think Mazen is a great love interest, but if there is romantic love with Qadir, then I don’t know who I want Loulie to be with in the end. I’m distressed that I have to wait almost a year for the third installment, especially with how this one ended. I hope this series ends well!

Additional Narrators: Rasha Zamamiri, Sean Rohani

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The Poet Empress

The Poet EmpressTitle: The Poet Empress
Author: Shen Tao
Genre: Fantasy
Format: Audio
Pages: 400
Length: 15h 43m
Narrator: Katharine Chin, Eric Yang
Source: Owned
Reason: Recommended
Rating:

My Thoughts

I’m really glad I decided to read THE POET EMPRESS. It’s a lot darker than I normally read and it’s my first anti-romance, but I ended up loving the story and all that was at stake. I especially loved the Chinese historical and poetic influences. The political intrigue and the themes of nature vs. nurture, redemption, and revenge gave me a lot of think about as I read. I’m glad the book ended the way it did. I think it was right for the story and the characters.

This Kingdom Will Not Kill Me

This Kingdom Will Not Kill MeTitle: This Kingdom Will Not Kill Me
Author: Ilona Andrews
Series: Maggie the Undying #1
Genre: Fantasy
Format: Audio
Pages: 470
Length: 21h 34m
Narrator: Kristen Sieh
Source: Library
Reason: Just Because
Rating:

My Thoughts

Oh, wow! THIS KINGDOM WILL NOT KILL ME gripped me from page 1. It was non-stop adventure and suspense. I adored this book so much! I need book 2 now!!! I’m so emotionally invested in this story and in these characters. I have so much anxiety wondering how this is going to play out! Everard is my new favorite literary crush! I hope Maggie realizes that he loves her sooner rather than later.

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The Stardust Thief

The Stardust ThiefTitle: The Stardust Thief
Author: Chelsea Abdullah
Series: Sandsea Trilogy #1
Genre: Fantasy
Format: Audio
Pages: 480
Length: 15h 38m
Narrator: Nikki Massoud, and more
Source: Owned
Reason: BotM Backlist
Rating:

My Thoughts

I’ve always been fascinated by stories of genies, magical lamps, and wishes. It wasn’t until I read THE GOLEM AND THE DJINNI by Helene Wecker that I realized genies were a misappropriation of Middle Eastern folklore and mythology. Since then, I’ve tried to learn more about the actual mythology. So when THE STARDUST THIEF was a Book of the Month option, I snatched it right up. 

THE STARDUST THIEF was everything I wanted it to me and more. I love that the story took inspiration from ONE THOUSAND AND ONE NIGHTS so that parts of it were familiar. The characters, the world, and the djinn’s magic system were amazing! I loved Loulie and Qadir so much. I loved their connection and how much they rely on each other. At first I thought Mazen was kind of a sissy, but I’m glad he grew into his strengths and stood up for what he believed. I loved that it was told from different POVs so we could witness more of the whole picture. I’m excited how this one ended and I’m looking forward to how the story continues.

Additional Narrators: Rasha Zamamiri, Sean Rohani