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The Shadow Throne

(Ascendance #3)

Jennifer A. Nielsen (Goodreads Author)

4.25 · Rating details · 28,737 ratings · 3,259 reviews

One war.
Too many deadly battles.
Can a king save his kingdom, when his own survival seems unlikely?

War has come to Carthya. It knocks at every door and window in the land. And when Jaron learns that King Vargan of Avenia has kidnapped Imogen in a plot to bring Carthya to its knees, Jaron knows it is up to him to embark on a daring rescue mission. But everything that can go ...more

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May 05, 2013 Katie rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

My reaction when I saw that cover:

I can't wait.

I will legit break down.

I need this book.

I need it now!

COME ON GUYS! ONLY 4 MORE MONTHS!!!!!!!! WE CAN DO IT!

I lied. I can't wait this long.

The cover; IT'S TOO AWESOME FOR WORDS!

I'm going to start crying.

CRYING BECAUSE IT WILL BE EPIC!

I WILL RUN ALL THE WAY TO BARNES AND NOBLE IF IT MEANS I WILL GET THIS BOOK!

Alright! We are at 23 days and counting. SO EXCITED!!!!!

OK YA'LL WE ARE AT 15 DAYS!!!!!!!!!!!! :)

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Feb 25, 2014 Alexa rated it it was ok · review of another edition

The first book in this trilogy is better as a stand-alone than with the other two. The second was good enough. This... I felt like I wasted my day reading it.

There were so many obvious twists, it was sort of pathetic. The main character felt sort of bland at this point. It also seemed like it was trying to be an actiony-adventure war story, but at the same time trying to apologize for making war look interesting, with what felt like throwaway lines about how horrific it all was. All in all, it j ...more

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Feb 27, 2016 Rachel Maniacup rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: love-love, fantasy, action, fun-read, friendship, one-of-my-best-favorite, my-to-be-reread, fast-pace, inspiring, heart-pounding

My heart is aching while I'm writing my review on the final sequel of this series because it's hard to say goodbye to the books/novels you've been deeply attached with,especially with the best characters you'll surely miss..

In here,Sage's character had grown strong because of his anger to what had happen to his country,that he plunges himself into a dangerous,reckless(as usual)attempt to save his country,his friends and the people he loves as he face the WAR from three different countries/kingdo ...more

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Mar 05, 2014 Erica rated it it was amazing

Dear Universe,
I have just finished reading The Shadow Throne, so you may not want to talk to me for a while. And unless you want to hear me jabbering about the sheer awesomeness of Jaron, Mott, and Amarinda, I don't want to talk to you either. You see, this book delivers. Remember in the first book of the trilogy, when Jaron fooled us all with his unreliable narrator skills? Remember the second book, when we bashed our heads into the pages shouting, "What are you doing, you stupid boy? You'll ge ...more

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Apr 18, 2022 Paul Weiss rated it liked it

Shelves: young-adult, adventure, fantasy

A series going downhill on a shallow slope

As nothing has fundamentally changed my opinion, it's worth repeating the entire review that I prepared for THE RUNAWAY KING.

In THE FALSE PRINCE, the opening novel in THE ASCENDANCE TRILOGY, Jaron Eckbert was characterized as a raffish, picaresque, young rogue with an attitude and a comical mouth that often wrote cheques coming disastrously close to being dishonored. But for all that, he was both loving and lovable and there couldn’t possibly have been a A series going downhill on a shallow slope

As nothing has fundamentally changed my opinion, it's worth repeating the entire review that I prepared for THE RUNAWAY KING.

In THE FALSE PRINCE, the opening novel in THE ASCENDANCE TRILOGY, Jaron Eckbert was characterized as a raffish, picaresque, young rogue with an attitude and a comical mouth that often wrote cheques coming disastrously close to being dishonored. But for all that, he was both loving and lovable and there couldn’t possibly have been a reader who wasn’t rooting for him to set aside his disguise as an impoverished orphan, to adopt his true identity, and to claim the throne of Carthya as its rightful king. In THE RUNAWAY KING, as Jaron assumes that rightful identity and expects to be crowned the king, he now faces stern opposition - a council of regents unwilling to accept the coronation of such a youthful king. Indeed, he even has to survive an assassination attempt.

Unfortunately as the story unfolds, Jaron’s hopelessly optimistic and apparently unrealistic, unexpected, and often opposed decision-making ( for the affected adults around him and, I dare say, for an adult reader) become simply unreasonable and irritating. It seems even more grating when Nielsen allows the outcomes to get steadily luckier and to constantly justify Jaron’s decisions. As a predictable result, the story simply becomes less and less credible. On the plus side, there are outstanding moments of convincing and heart-warming personal growth, friendship, loyalty and emotion that preserve THE RUNAWAY KING’s status as a 3- or 4- star story for an adult reader. So it seems sensible to err on the higher side of that rating given that the intended audience is young adult.

Given that the credibility factor in THE SHADOW THRONE is stretched even more tightly as Jaron, on occasion, presumes to stand alone in the face of entire armies AND that one particular event in a battle seems like a flat-out snitch from a scene in A GAME OF THRONES, I'd lower my rating as an adult reader to no more than 2 stars. But, once again, given that the audience is middle grade young adult readers, I'll allow it to stretch to a begrudging 3-stars.

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Jun 17, 2014 jv poore rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: own-it, middle-grade, buried-under-books

Oh how I’ve missed these colorful characters! Jaron’s wit sharpens with anger and whenever he and Roden are in the same country, Jaron fairly idles at anger. Admittedly though, his previous journeys seem to have smoothed out some of his rough edges and forced a bit of maturity. From the first leg of adventure when Jaron, Tobias and Roden were yanked from the orphanage in The False Prince (The Ascendance Trilogy, Book I) , to Jaron’s capture by pirates in The Runaway King (The Ascendance Trilogy, Oh how I’ve missed these colorful characters! Jaron’s wit sharpens with anger and whenever he and Roden are in the same country, Jaron fairly idles at anger. Admittedly though, his previous journeys seem to have smoothed out some of his rough edges and forced a bit of maturity. From the first leg of adventure when Jaron, Tobias and Roden were yanked from the orphanage in The False Prince (The Ascendance Trilogy, Book I) , to Jaron’s capture by pirates in The Runaway King (The Ascendance Trilogy, Book II), this young man has had no choice but to learn quickly, fight hard and follow his heart in order to survive.

The Shadow Throne (The Ascendance Trilogy, Book III) is quite simply, the quintessential conclusion. Still nursing a broken leg, courtesy of Roden, the young king has no time to focus on healing as his arrival home brings the news that his land of Carthya is targeted for immediate attack from three countries, each coming from a different direction. Compounding the horror, the very girl who captured Jaron’s heart has been taken hostage and is being held by one of the threatening countries. Clearly none of this is a coincidence, but with no time to consider the bigger plan, Jaron rapidly begins barking out orders, only to be reminded that he is no longer alone. Jaron had only recently learned the value of trusted friends. Always open-minded, but now quicker to be flexible, Jaron acknowledges that to conquer, they must divide.

True to nature, first implementations of his new kingly power were unprecedented and shocking. Releasing his betrothed Amarinda from their arranged vows to then declare her a princess of Carthya was unheard of. Knighting the charming chatterbox Fink was ridiculous. The boy couldn’t lift a sword with both hands.

When Jaron’s tiny group scattered, his enemy makes the ultimate move. With diabolical focus on the strength of friendship, love and loyalty; Jaron’s nemesis gleefully informs separated individuals immediately whenever a companion has been captured or killed. Details are not spared. Will the youngsters, so strong and cohesive together, find the strength and will to survive solely, in spite of the aching emptiness?

Ms. Nielsen impressively combines ferocious battles, brilliantly clever tricks and traps, quick thinking and scintillating dialogue with kindness, empathy and loyalty to end the attack on Carthya. In doing so, many mysteries meandering through the trilogy are resolved without a perceived need to answer each and every question ever raised along the way.

To me, Ms. Nielsen has a unique, uncanny ability to reveal more than generally meets the eye, without deliberately and emphatically lecturing. Immersed in her words, I’m wide open. I feel eager to take everything in, mull it over; carefully consider all facets and options. I’m far enough removed to view an entire picture, yet close enough to be totally vested. I’m highly entertained, amused and delighted. Simultaneously, impulsively…I’m reflective. Always, I’m hopeful and happy when visiting the world created by Ms. Nielsen.

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Sep 12, 2019 Rachel Reads Ravenously rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: library-checkout, fantasy, middle-grade-or-childrens, ya-fantasy, audiobook

4 stars!

This is a really solid middle grade fantasy series. I listened to the audio and found myself wanting to stay in the car longer so I could listen to the end. Love Jarron and all the characters. I think Jennifer Nielsen ended this series really well.

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Nov 15, 2013 Tessa rated it did not like it · review of another edition

Recommends it for: masochists

Shelves: the-premise-is-dead, disaster, predictable

*headdesk*

I loved the first book. I liked the second.

This one made me want to scream loudly and publicly and then spear it to the wall with my knitting needles.

Nielson's writing wasn't up to par. The entire book consisted of telling versus showing and I was just bored. Look at my read dates. It took me a month to read it because I was reading a copy at B&N and I didn't care enough to go back sooner. I also live an hour away from B&N, but if I was really desperate I could have wrangled it.

I was ...more

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Apr 27, 2013 Amy rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: really-really-liked

I should make a new shelf called 'books-that-kill-me-slowly-with-their-absence'
*narrows eyes*
MARCH 2014?
JENNIFER NIELSEN, IS YOUR PLAN TO MAKE ME SUFFER?? CONGRATZ. THAT IS WHAT YOU ARE DOING.
...2014!?

ONE ETERNITY LATER
I HAVE READ THE SHADOW THRONE FROM COVER TO COVER.
*cries*
May I say this 1000% met my expectations of overwhelming amazingness!!!
*cries more*
THE SERIES IS OVER, AND SO IS MY JOY
But, AH-HA, is that a new series I hear in the distance???!??!?? THE PRAETOR WAR????
No one plays with ...more

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Jan 01, 2015 Lindsey Rey rated it liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: fantasy, 2015

[3.5 Stars]

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Aug 31, 2015 Gavin rated it liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: ya-books

I enjoyed the first two books in The Ascendance Trilogy , but I did not enjoy this final instalment of the series quite as much.

Jaron is now King of Carthya, but he must learn how to lead quickly as Carthya is being invaded by three separate neighbouring countries. The most difficult of the invaders, Avenia, are lead by the vengeful and greedy King Vargan. To complicate matters even further King Vargan has kidnapped Imogen, the girl who Jaron loves. Jaron, with the help of his friends and allie ...more

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Jun 11, 2013 Karla rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: monarch-struggles, high-fantasy, middle-grade

Not sure what all else I can say about this book. But like any good high fantasy finally, it ends making you feel all warm and fuzzy inside. I love this series, perhaps because of Jaron, who is literally one of my favorite characters that any one has written. And I love his plots and schemes, I love that he always has a plan yet never has a plan. I love a lot of the other characters. Sometimes I wish there was more detail in some of the descriptions (like about Connor) and plots, but over all I ...more

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May 02, 2016 Prabhjot Kaur rated it liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: fantasy, romance, middle-grade, ya-romance, children, ya

This is the final book in the series. While I loved the first and even second book for the most part, this felt like a bit too bland and really dragged out. I know it was a war that Jaron and his kingdom were facing from three different enemies and he used a lot of clever manoeuvres to win that war. At times, some things felt unreal and impossible that happened in the book but that wasn't the main issue. It was mostly that the book had an odd pacing.

There were few things that I was totally happy ...more

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Sep 02, 2015 Eilonwy rated it it was ok

Ugh. My reaction to finishing a book should not be, "Oh, thank goodness that's over!"

This is possibly a three-star book on its own merits, but compared to the first two books in this trilogy, it was a real disappointment. As this aimed for a darker and more serious, mature story line to wrap up Sage's character development from trouble-making boy orphan to a capable, adult king, it lost most of the humor, charm, and cleverness that were such highlights of The False Prince and The Runaway King ...more

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Apr 16, 2014 hal rated it it was ok · review of another edition

Shelves: atrocious, coulda-been-better, fantasy, so-very-disappointing

After the first book, the series rapidly went downhill, IMO. I absolutely adored the first book. It was a five-star, gold medal, 1st place brilliant perfection. Second book was a bit of a disappointment, but nonetheless enjoyable.

Then The Shadow Throne happened. And I am so, terribly disappointed in how subpar this is when compared to the brilliance of The False Prince.

Firstly, let's talk about Imogen for a second. Actually, a bit longer than a second, because I have a lot to say about her. I do After the first book, the series rapidly went downhill, IMO. I absolutely adored the first book. It was a five-star, gold medal, 1st place brilliant perfection. Second book was a bit of a disappointment, but nonetheless enjoyable.

Then The Shadow Throne happened. And I am so, terribly disappointed in how subpar this is when compared to the brilliance of The False Prince.

Firstly, let's talk about Imogen for a second. Actually, a bit longer than a second, because I have a lot to say about her. I don't like her. At all. In fact, I hate her. Her mere existence angers me. An editor should have seen that her character serves absolutely no purpose other than to be a bland and boring love interest. She should not be allowed to exist.

So, as callous and bitchy as this may sound, I was sort of happy when (view spoiler)

Speaking of Jaron, I feel like that clever, sarcastic, mischievous boy we all know and love from the first two books was replaced by his evil twin. Jaron's not a mischievous but likable kid in this book, he's just plain stupid. How do his plans even work? They shouldn't but somehow, they do. And I hate how everyone just worships Jaron and follows all his orders without question. Trust me, the kind of shit Jaron pulls off would not fly with me.

Okay, another big issue; the ending. Everything is all wrapped up in a neat and tidy package and (view spoiler) essentially everyone lives happily ever after and all the kingdoms are at peace! And all that shit happens in one freaking chapter. NO, that is NOT how you end a book. Sure, happy endings are great but I do NOT want everything to suddenly be perfect.

One positive thing about The Shadow Throne was that there is a lot of action so it's easy to read and it doesn't drag or anything.

So, I decided on two stars. I originally gave this book three stars out of loyalty to the first and second book, but two stars more accurately reflects my feelings. ...more

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Apr 19, 2016 bibliophile (Romance Addict) rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: fantasy, 4-stars-books, i-own, fiction, arranged-marriage, historical, children, kidnapping

****4.25 STARS!****

I'm quite shocked honestly.
I really enjoyed reading this novel.
It was ~~kind~~ of dark.
Had a lot of clever plans made by Jaron.
Made me giggle with excitement.
& definitely had my eyes sweaty.
I really like it.

“Nobody gives you respect in this life. You must take it, you must earn it, and then you must hold it sacred, because no matter how hard respect is to attain, it can be lost in an instant.”

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Jan 13, 2016 Muse-ic ♬ rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: audiobook, royalty-celebrities-or-rich-people, favorites, dystopian, love-polygon

Favorites!!! Because it was awesome and it's the final installment in one of my favorite trilogies of all time that you guys should TOTALLY read!
Buuuuuut I had to remove a star for this one.

As much as I loved this book, I had to deduct a star because too many things were too perfect, convenient, and well-timed for our characters.
Jaron is a smart guy. Really! And he plans things so far in advance. But literally the combination of events that took place were about as normal as all the ...more

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Jan 11, 2016 Jeff rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: books-i-own

A very satisfying ending to the trilogy, I wish a bit more time was spent at the end of the book instead of a kind of abrupt summation, it felt right. I found this book to be a bit predictable to a certain extent, and I did notice some repetitions in regards to situations the characters find themselves in. However given what this trilogy is, I enjoyed it very much. I really enjoyed the characters, the plot isn't super deep, but I think the ability for the author to make the reader connect with t ...more

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Mar 19, 2022 Joy Woodbury rated it liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: romance, fantasy, three-stars

I didn't enjoy this one nearly as much as The False Prince and The Runaway King, and I don't know whether I'd ever reread it or not... but it was still good.

Okay, let's talk.

The Shadow Throne was just as thrilling and plot-twisty as the first two books of the series. However, in some ways it seemed quite redundant. The plot of this book seemed almost like a recycled version of the plot of the other two books. (If that makes sense.) Basically: Jaron hears that something terrible is happening to h ...more

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Mar 18, 2020 Erica ♋️✨📚 rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

This book broke my freaking heart and put it back together again. I can not wait for the fourth book in this series ❤️😭

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Aug 21, 2015 Robin (Bridge Four) rated it it was ok · review of another edition

Shelves: ya

The Shadow Throne ends our journey with Jaron and company. It answers the questions will Carthya be saved and who will sit on the throne once and for all. But even though Jaron is as snarky as ever this final books had a little something missing for me. There was a large chunk in the center during the war that I lost interest in and I often wondered how many times Jaron could go rushing into some enemy camp just to be caught and tortured.

“Avenia thinks they're battling a king. I doubt t

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Jun 13, 2013 Daphne rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: kickass-protags, fantasy, dying-of-laughter, middle-grade

Oh Jaron. You never cease to amaze me.

Favorite Quotes:
"Nobody gives you respect in this life. You must take it, you must earn it, and then you must hold it sacred, because no matter how hard respect is to attain, it can be lost in an instant." I nodded my head toward the garrison. "Go get it, Roden. People won't follow a leader who doesn't know where he's going. Show them that you do." Pg. 43

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Aug 07, 2017 Connor rated it really liked it

Shelves: young-adult-fantasy

A good conclusion to the trilogy. The second is still my favorite, but I enjoyed seeing where all of the characters would end up.

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Jul 21, 2021 Sisters Three rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: favorites

Aaaaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Wow!!!! Intense, heartbreaking, amazing, action-packed, almost cried, enjoyed every moment...why does this feel so contradictory...lol...
Okay, wow!!! Jaron is just the best and everything he went through in this book and what he pulled off was incredible!!! Wish we had half his determination...he's just such a well-rounded and lovable character!!!
Mott as always was amazing!!! Tobias and Roden were so fun to read about!!!! Imogen was....aaaaa, ...more

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Sep 21, 2018 Ronda rated it really liked it · review of another edition

I have to say that I have been pleasantly surprised by this trilogy, a great story with some fabulous characters.

This book seemed a little rushed towards the end and a few episodes came across as a little lifeless, it took away the flavour of the full trilogy a little - however - it has not put me off the story, I've enjoyed Sage/Jaron's adventures and I was fully invested in the getting to that final destination.

I'd definitely recommend the books, they are all easy reads and very enjoyable, j ...more

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May 26, 2017 Justine rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: 2017-read, audiobook, read-with-my-kids

I thought this was a really good finish to the series.

I listened to this on audio with my kids, and the narration was excellent. Yes, maybe the story does tie up everything a little too neatly, but hey, it's middle grade fantasy, and it does that genre very well. My kids actually clapped as we listened to some of the final scenes, so that right there is worth something.

The series as a whole is very enjoyable, and I loved being able to experience it with my kids. ...more

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Mar 09, 2022 Victoria Lynn rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

The master of the sudden hook and plot twist does it again!

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Feb 21, 2022 RebelSoul***HIATUS UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE*** rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Y'all. Y'ALL. This was AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!! Jennifer just keeps getting better throughout the series. The way she ties up all the strings in, like, the last two chapters is just incredible. Bravo to another amazing novel!!!! ...more

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Jan 18, 2014 Jon rated it really liked it · review of another edition

Shelves: fantasy

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It's such a bittersweet feeling when you have to say goodbye to one of your favorite series. I only became a fan of The Ascendance Trilogy recently, but I know this is one of those series that will stay with me for years to come. Jennifer A. Nielsen has written one of the best fantasy I've read in years and I really hate to say goodbye to beloved characters like Jaron and Imogen. Though it saddens me thinking that this trilogy is over, I a Check out Scott Reads It for reviews, giveaways, & more!

It's such a bittersweet feeling when you have to say goodbye to one of your favorite series. I only became a fan of The Ascendance Trilogy recently, but I know this is one of those series that will stay with me for years to come. Jennifer A. Nielsen has written one of the best fantasy I've read in years and I really hate to say goodbye to beloved characters like Jaron and Imogen. Though it saddens me thinking that this trilogy is over, I absolutely loved the way the conclusion unfolds and The Shadow Throne ends with such a bang. The Shadow Throne is a worthy end to a series of this caliber and the finale is absolutely perfect.

Oh Jaron, how I will miss you and your shenanigans. Jaron is one of my all-time favorite male protagonists and he's up there with legends like Harry Potter and Percy Jackson. Jaron is so clever and I admire how he always manages to outwit even the sharpest adults. He has an endless surplus of courage and determination and his intense loyalty towards his friends is unbelievably incredible. There became a point in TST where I just couldn't handle how Jaron was taking so many risks and putting his life on the line, but I knew that it someone had to take these risks to save Carthya.

The Shadow Throne is an emotional hurricane and readers will absolutely need a plethora of tissues while reading this book. I had so many feelings surging through me while reading TST and all of them while reading. Readers will need to emotionally prepare themselves for this one because there are just so many heartfelt, powerful moments. Nielsen has really created such vibrant characters that readers absolutely love and seeing them face any sort of conflict is truly painful.

The romance in this series has been pretty light and The Shadow Throne adds a bit more of a romantic angle to the plot. The romance between Imogen and Jaron is simple, sweet, and I just love the way Nielsen handles it. Nielsen doesn't move the plot forward using the romance, nor does she make the romance the focus of the story by any means. This is a series about a kingdom in chaos and the romance is a sweet little treat in the midst all of the kingdom politics.

I really love Jaron and Imogen because they truly complement each other and their relationship is an equal healthy one. Jaron accepts that Imogen is a strong-willed, courageous women and that doesn't distort his feelings for her in any way. Imogen is such a clever heroine and literature needs more tough female characters that kids can look up to.

I absolutely loved The Shadow Throne and it's such a fitting end to a brilliant series. The Ascendance Trilogy is one of my all-time favorite series and I'm so excited to read Nielsen's upcoming The Praetor War. I definitely think you should start The False Prince because if you haven't, you're missing out on a superb series! This series isn't really for those looking for romance, but I know that readers looking to be captivated by action and adventure will fall in love with The Ascendance Trilogy. The Shadow Throne is everything I expected and just so much more, I will definitely be rereading this series in the future because it's just that great. ...more

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Jun 11, 2015 Lonna | FLYLēF rated it really liked it · review of another edition

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IT'S ALWAYS QUITE bittersweet to reach the end of a series, particular one that I have enjoyed thoroughly and has tucked me into bed quite soundly in the early hours of the morning. The Shadow Throne , by Jennifer Nielson, is the final installment in The Ascendance Trilogy. And, it does NOT disappoint!

Though born into royalty, life has been anything but easy for Jaron. From outwitting Connor Bevin’s treasonous game in The False ...more

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Jennifer lives at the base of a very tall mountain in Northern Utah with her husband, three children, and a naughty puppy. She loves the smell of rainy days, hot chocolate, and old books, preferably all at once. She is a former speech teacher, theater director, and enjoyed a brief but disastrous career as a door-to-door pollster. In her spare time, Jennifer tends to panic, wondering what she has f ...more

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“Nobody gives you respect in this life. You must take it, you must earn it, and then you must hold it sacred, because no matter how hard respect is to attain, it can be lost in an instant.” — 143 likes

“Villains and plots and enemies are simple things to me. But friendships are complicated, and love is harder still. It has wounded me deeper than a sword ever could.” — 100 likes

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