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The Fate of the Tearling by Erika Johansen
3.0

4.5/5 stars

This has to be my favourite out of the trilogy. It wasn’t as disturbing or graphic as the other two, but it was definitely more complex in terms of plot. I feel like I’m left with a lot to think about. The ending was sad, like sooo sad. I was not expecting it at all. And it goes to show that sometimes you need to make really tough sacrifices in order to do some good in the world. The magic system wasn’t totally explained, but I felt like it worked for this series. Having unknowns is a part of this life and this world, so it makes sense that not everything has an explanation. The utopia that William Tear wanted so bad was really interesting to read about and consider? It’s the ideal world, and honestly it would be amazing to actually be able to achieve that one day.

Kind of want to hug Kelsea though. She’s been through a lot and I sort of want to know what happens next? Like does she find a way to live again and be happy?