Closer to 3.5 stars

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SOME GOOD. SOME BAD.

This book was so quick I’m having trouble formulating a review. I’ve sat on it for a few days and I’m going to try to put some thoughts to page, but we’ll see what happens. Maybe I’m using a list again:

Things I did like:

- That Alanna did stand up for the type of relationship she wanted.
- A bit more intrigue with her brother Thom and trying to decide his motives and who’s side he’s on. Adds some mystery to the plot.
- George. I love the King of Thieves. He’s fun, sweet, gentle, and ruthless. I like watching his relations with Alanna develop.
- I did like the characters from the Bazhir and enjoyed seeing Alanna form some tentative friendships with them.
- It’s a super quick read.

Things I didn’t like:
- I’m not sure about the story overall. I thought it was random she stayed with the Bazhir. It was like this book was added to give Alanna “an adventure.” Not much really happened in regards to the larger story (defeating the Duke).
- Jonathan. Wow, and I was into him. He ruined any redemption chances. And I really hope there isn’t one. I’m over that ship.
- Much slower pace than the previous two books and seemed oddly out of place.

Overall audience notes:
Young adult fantasy
Language: none
Romance: implied nights together, but no further details; some kisses
Violence: swords, magic, fire, poison, arrows