WAY too many excerpts from the author’s own work. I’m talking pages and pages. There was more self-promotion than actual advice.

The middle book of a series can drag, but the plot was really well-paced in this third installment of the Air Awakens series. I really enjoyed getting to know the characters more, and was moved by how much Aldrik and Vhalla are willing to risk to fight for their love.

We also learn more about Aldrik’s inner demons, the ugliness of politics, and unlearning everything we thought was right. Be prepared for a lot of emotions, steam, and a shocking ending that will make you pick up the next book immediately. I truly cannot get enough of this series!

This has the be one of the most mind-blowing and intricately plotted series I’ve ever read. It’s even better the second time around - there are so many clues and foreshadowing that Elise sprinkled in. I have no idea how she did it - this story is absolutely genius!

This is some of the best foreshadowing I’ve ever read, and it’s so much better the second time around. Though this is book four out of five, there are pivotal plot points that resurface in the finale as well as in the next series, Vortex Chronicles.

In terms of character development, I thought it was good that Aldrik and Vhalla let their relationship simmer down. They became more independent, Aldrik worked to better himself, and they developed a more platonic relationship built on trust rather than passion. While I still question Vhalla’s forgiveness, I do acknowledge that she still holds Aldrik accountable while still loving him despite his flaws.

Baldair. BALDAIR. WHY?! This just wasn’t fair. Like Sareem’s death, it was too sudden and cruel. He didn’t deserve that. I understand that Larel’s death made Vhalla a stronger character, but why kill off Baldair?? It was too much.

This was probably my least favorite book of the series, but it is still excellent. The Air Awakens series is absolutely phenomenal.

A fantastic conclusion to a fantastic series. This is one of my all-time favorites. Long live Solaris!

The beginning was very slow and I was really only intrigued at the end. I think the next book will be better.