#Epic reading app reviews series

#Epic reading app reviews series

I'm recommending this series to everyone who loves epic fantasy! I don't say this often, but THIS is a man who writes women well.Ĥ.75 stars! I rarely say this, but WOW, this book is even better than the first! Picking right up where we left off, we get two new POVs added to the story on the “villain” side, so it’s even more exciting as a reader to get to see what’s happening all over the land of Vigrið, and not just where our protagonists are.

Honestly, one of my most enjoyable reads in a while. It's forgivable because of the excellent storytelling, worldbuilding, and character development. It was unique the first couple times, but after a while, it got a little repetitive. My only gripe: the word 'thought-cage' is WAY overused. #ProTip: making use of the map really helped me keep track of where the different warbands were at different points in the story. I actually believe it's paced really well, and the choices Gwynne made with where to break up the different POVs definitely kept me reading because I HAD to find out what happened next. On the pacing: Yes, it is slow at first, but it's on purpose and I honestly didn't mind it. This book is perfect for those who don't mind a lot of battles and gore, love Viking-inspired stories, and strong female characters. Don't even get me started on Vesli and Spert - honestly, how am I so in love with two little creatures who have had so little page time?! While Orka and Varg were my faves, I did find myself invested in Elvar's story, but she's so concerned with winning battle fame, I really hope she doesn't go down a bad path.we'll see. I loved the multiple POVs, and got so attached to the characters. Everything is Romance these days (which, don't get me wrong, I also enjoy on occasion), but this world John Gwynne has created! It. Here are some of my thoughts:Ĥ.5 Stars of AMAZINGNESS! I have felt like I've been on a drought from excellent epic high fantasy lately. And Elvar, a young member of the Battle Grim who’s constantly seeking battle fame in an effort to prove herself to her father. Varg, an escaped thrall trying to avenge his sister’s death. Orka, a fierce warrior who’s left that life behind to raise her family. The characters are complex, imperfect, and I love them. This series is a well rounded mix of a character and plot driven story. It’s a tale of vengeance, but ultimately about the things we do for love, power, or self preservation. There are two magic systems, but the world building is so well done, so it’s easy to understand. There is quite a bit of Icelandic included. It’s Viking and Norse-inspired with a lot of mythology. When I tell you this is one of the best adult fantasy series I’ve read in a long time, and you need to pick it up immediately…