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christy_0909's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
leeocracy's review against another edition
5.0
Best Stuff by this Author
I have enjoyed all the books I have read by this Author, starting with the Four Kingdoms series and continuing to the Beyond the Four Kingdoms series. However, this series is the best yet. I did not see the final twist coming, and I found all the characters to be compelling and interesting. I was originally skeptical about the whole system of compositions holding magic, but it turned out to be well-thought-out and utterly believable. Lots of suspense and a relatable heroine? Count me in!
I have enjoyed all the books I have read by this Author, starting with the Four Kingdoms series and continuing to the Beyond the Four Kingdoms series. However, this series is the best yet. I did not see the final twist coming, and I found all the characters to be compelling and interesting. I was originally skeptical about the whole system of compositions holding magic, but it turned out to be well-thought-out and utterly believable. Lots of suspense and a relatable heroine? Count me in!
tinalou91's review against another edition
4.0
I just wake sleep and listen to audiobooks now that I have Hoopla
rattlesramblings's review against another edition
4.0
Enjoyed the whole series. A kindle search has the next generation (from what I can tell from the blurb) series - The Hidden Mage - on Unlimited so I'm looking forward to continuing in the land of Ardann!
sdurtschi's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
chrismap's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
ashleas_bookshelf's review against another edition
4.0
3.5 stars. I waited a while to read this one after book 3. I think my tastes in books have changed in that time. I felt "meh" about the first third of this book. Elena mostly focuses on how heartbreaking it is that she can't be with Lucas. Things finally get interesting when they start to travel. Elena's savior complex gets tiresome.
lar_iiious's review against another edition
3.0
Finally everything explained and - obviously - the expected cheesy happy ending. But until then there were lots of twists and turns. I did enjoy escaping my own kinda stressful and monotonous life for a couple hours :)
official_bookwyrm's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
lavendermarch's review against another edition
5.0
"Maybe in some way, we had all gained relatives rather than me standing alone between them, pulled one way and then the other." Great quote!
I love Julian, General Griffith’s eldest son! New favorite character. I like that Elena has gained more family.
The revelations that the Sekali Empire has brought are huge.
Jasper and Elena’s grandfather’s grandmother was a Sekali, from one of the two clans that seal away commonborn power. The Emperor wanted them to stay in Sekali, and he wanted Elena to seal away many commonborns, maybe in a way where she doesn’t lose her own power. He also wanted to breed her, like a mare, and experiment on her children if it didn't work with her. Gross.
Declan’s mom provided the compositions with the last of her energy that formed Elena and Jasper. So they’re kind of weirdly related. Also, he can use his energy to heal (only heal) through written compositions. And he never recovers that energy.
The Ellingtons are the traitors, which shocked me. Especially Walden. Ugh. Glad Dariela joined her friends though.
Great final battle! Very exciting. I love that the book is going along typically until about the thirty percent mark, and then goes in all kinds of unexpected, wonderful directions thereafter.
Voice of Life was an excellent conclusion to the series. I will reread it in the months and years to come. 100% worth reading. Elena and Lucas and all their friends, along with the kingdom, and general plot, grow immensely. It’s very unique, entertaining, and intriguing. I had loads of fun reading this series, and I would highly recommend it to fans of young adult fantasy. 5 stars! Also, Julian is life.
I love Julian, General Griffith’s eldest son! New favorite character. I like that Elena has gained more family.
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I love that he stood up for Jasper. Also, I'd love to see him get together with Saffron.The revelations that the Sekali Empire has brought are huge.
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They have mages seal away commonborn power, at the cost of their own. The number they can seal depends on their own power level. Also, Kallorway and Ardann used to be one united kingdom, which is shocking.Jasper and Elena’s grandfather’s grandmother was a Sekali, from one of the two clans that seal away commonborn power. The Emperor wanted them to stay in Sekali, and he wanted Elena to seal away many commonborns, maybe in a way where she doesn’t lose her own power. He also wanted to breed her, like a mare, and experiment on her children if it didn't work with her. Gross.
Declan’s mom provided the compositions with the last of her energy that formed Elena and Jasper. So they’re kind of weirdly related. Also, he can use his energy to heal (only heal) through written compositions. And he never recovers that energy.
The Ellingtons are the traitors, which shocked me. Especially Walden. Ugh. Glad Dariela joined her friends though.
Great final battle! Very exciting. I love that the book is going along typically until about the thirty percent mark, and then goes in all kinds of unexpected, wonderful directions thereafter.
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I love that Araminta used her power in a sealing ceremony. I think that it was very fitting. On a completely separate note, I'm really happy for Lucas and Elena. I like Lucielle, his older sister, and I'm glad she supported Lucas and Elena like she did at the end.Voice of Life was an excellent conclusion to the series. I will reread it in the months and years to come. 100% worth reading. Elena and Lucas and all their friends, along with the kingdom, and general plot, grow immensely. It’s very unique, entertaining, and intriguing. I had loads of fun reading this series, and I would highly recommend it to fans of young adult fantasy. 5 stars! Also, Julian is life.