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Gathering Darkness
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Love, vengeance, and greed spark a deadly quest for magic in the third book of the Falling Kingdoms series
Prince Magnus has just witnessed torture, death, and miracles during the bloody confrontation that decimated the rebel forces. Now he must choose between family and justice as his father, the cruel King Gaius, sets out to conquer all of Mytica. All Gaius needs now are ...more
Prince Magnus has just witnessed torture, death, and miracles during the bloody confrontation that decimated the rebel forces. Now he must choose between family and justice as his father, the cruel King Gaius, sets out to conquer all of Mytica. All Gaius needs now are ...more
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I honestly don't know where this series is going to go...that's why it's so good!
Gathering Darkness wasn't my favorite book in the series but I'm excited for Frozen Tides! ...more
Gathering Darkness wasn't my favorite book in the series but I'm excited for Frozen Tides! ...more
Re read in audio to finish the series. Still loving it 💕😊
There are a few people in this book that made me rage!
You have King Gaius who is beyond! And what he did to Gregor in front of Lysandra. I CAN'T EVEN!
Another one I didn't like was Melenia. She was just evil and did stupid stuff over what she thought was love.
AMARA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Her and King Gaius can be thrown on the same fire pit!
I'm on the fence with Prince Magnus, I mean he did one good thing for Cleo. I love Cl ...more
There are a few people in this book that made me rage!
You have King Gaius who is beyond! And what he did to Gregor in front of Lysandra. I CAN'T EVEN!
Another one I didn't like was Melenia. She was just evil and did stupid stuff over what she thought was love.
AMARA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Her and King Gaius can be thrown on the same fire pit!
I'm on the fence with Prince Magnus, I mean he did one good thing for Cleo. I love Cl ...more
BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH BITCH
Magnus and Cleo aRE A THING AND BETTER STAY A THING. AND JONAS CAN S ...more
Magnus and Cleo aRE A THING AND BETTER STAY A THING. AND JONAS CAN S ...more
DNF @ 28%
So here is the fucking deal.
I have suffered & I do mean REALLY SUFFERED with this series.
I cannot deal with these paper-fucking-thin, shallow-ass, completely-not-even-worth-my-time, dumb-as-fucking-dirt characters.
I cannot deal with this boring-as-hell, killing-off-characters-left-and-right-for-shock-value, completely-derivative-of-every-fantasy-book-ever plot.
I cannot deal with this childish, who-even-edited-this, are-we-sure-someone-actually-fucking-edited-this writing.
I ...more
So here is the fucking deal.
I have suffered & I do mean REALLY SUFFERED with this series.
I cannot deal with these paper-fucking-thin, shallow-ass, completely-not-even-worth-my-time, dumb-as-fucking-dirt characters.
I cannot deal with this boring-as-hell, killing-off-characters-left-and-right-for-shock-value, completely-derivative-of-every-fantasy-book-ever plot.
I cannot deal with this childish, who-even-edited-this, are-we-sure-someone-actually-fucking-edited-this writing.
I ...more
Review to come.
2020 review: I'm so overwhelmed, I can't even wait another minute to start the fourth book.
2020 update: re-read. Can’t wait for chapter 29 😉😍
2017 review: 5/5 because hOLY CRAP, THIS WAS A GOOD ONE! ...more
2020 review: I'm so overwhelmed, I can't even wait another minute to start the fourth book.
2020 update: re-read. Can’t wait for chapter 29 😉😍
2017 review: 5/5 because hOLY CRAP, THIS WAS A GOOD ONE! ...more
Craziness!!! My mind was blown in those last 100 pages... so many twists so many feels.. I can't even with this book. It is definitely my favorite out of the series so far! LOVE these books to pieces <3 I cannot wait for the next one!
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Jul 08, 2017
Bentley ★ Bookbastion.net
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Break out the bubbly for me friends, because I have finallyescaped finished, this pure torture book!
Cut to me, wondering where all the glowing reviews for this series come from, because I just don't get it.
There are so many better written YA series out there that I would recommend over this one, because this one's got problems. It's derivative to an extreme. Every plot point and character outline is lifted directly from Game of ...more
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Break out the bubbly for me friends, because I have finally
Cut to me, wondering where all the glowing reviews for this series come from, because I just don't get it.
There are so many better written YA series out there that I would recommend over this one, because this one's got problems. It's derivative to an extreme. Every plot point and character outline is lifted directly from Game of ...more
OH MY GOD THIS WAS SO EPIC
I DONT THINK I CAN WAIT ANOTHER YEAR.
I DONT THINK I CAN WAIT ANOTHER YEAR.
Q & A with Morgan Rhodes and you could win the whole Falling Kingdoms series, postcard set and a tshirt in Young Adult Hollywood.
Wait a second. I need to calm the rapid thumping in my chest.
Okay.
Here we go.
Falling Kingdoms is one of my favorite series and its sequel Rebel Spring is by far my favorite book for so many reasons. It cemented my love for this series. And here comes the Gathering Darkness, this book is without mercy the most goriest
It is cruel and there would be a princess, a rebel ...more
Wait a second. I need to calm the rapid thumping in my chest.
Okay.
Here we go.
Falling Kingdoms is one of my favorite series and its sequel Rebel Spring is by far my favorite book for so many reasons. It cemented my love for this series. And here comes the Gathering Darkness, this book is without mercy the most goriest
It is cruel and there would be a princess, a rebel ...more
“Believe in magic.Believe in the impossible.”
I do believe in magic.I do believe in the impossible.I believe in acts of courage and kindness even when is seems a lost cause,I believe in the knight in shining armor (whoever that legendary rescuer might be,even myself),I believe that no matter what the good will prevail,and thanks to Gathering Darkness,I believe that even the most hideous actions,the most desperate and lost heroes can be redeemed.
“When the sorceress' blood is sp...more
Before Reading- After Reading Review Below
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
WHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY!
December 9?
YOU CAN'T DO THIS TO ME!
This is me-
Oh My Gosh. I just need Magneo to happen!
Oh wait, they did! BUT NOW YOU NEED TO REALIZE THAT YOU ARE MADLY IN LOVE WITH EACH OTHER SO I CAN MOVE ON WITH MY LIFE!
After Reading
OH MY GOSH!!!!!!!!! That was my reaction when I ...more
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!
WHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY!
December 9?
YOU CAN'T DO THIS TO ME!
This is me-
Oh My Gosh. I just need Magneo to happen!
Oh wait, they did! BUT NOW YOU NEED TO REALIZE THAT YOU ARE MADLY IN LOVE WITH EACH OTHER SO I CAN MOVE ON WITH MY LIFE!
After Reading
OH MY GOSH!!!!!!!!! That was my reaction when I ...more
Jul 08, 2017
Ahmed Ejaz
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Wh...Wha-t have I just finished?! This book has completely changed the direction of the series. UNEXPECTEDLY AMAZING is just an understatement of what this book is.
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Update 3/14/2017: I'm downgrading this to 4.5 stars. Comparing it to the previous two books, I think it's more appropriate for it to be a 4.5 instead of a full 5, which was my rating for the previous two books.
Original Review:
Basically, I'm in hell and I want out. Did I sign up for this kind of pain? No (Yes). GUYS, I lost count of how many times I wanted to throw this book against a wall.
I originally wanted to give this 4.5 stars. I gave Falling Kingdoms and Rebel Spring both 5 stars, but with ...more
Original Review:
Basically, I'm in hell and I want out. Did I sign up for this kind of pain? No (
I originally wanted to give this 4.5 stars. I gave Falling Kingdoms and Rebel Spring both 5 stars, but with ...more
Re-read, part three, with Alison!
Whoa. I did not expect that! THAT’S what’s in the crystals?!!! :O Oh myyy...
Yay! My ship is sailing whooooo hooooo! Magneo for life!!! It’s about time Magnus recognised how he really felt about Cleo! My babies!!! <3
Also, Jonas. Grrr. Can’t he do anything correctly?! So bloody USELESS. I felt worse for Felix, rather than Jonas. Eek. And I’m STILL indifferent to Lucia. I find her entire plot line to be rather tedious, if I’m being honest.
Anyway onto book four! ...more
Whoa. I did not expect that! THAT’S what’s in the crystals?!!! :O Oh myyy...
Yay! My ship is sailing whooooo hooooo! Magneo for life!!! It’s about time Magnus recognised how he really felt about Cleo! My babies!!! <3
Also, Jonas. Grrr. Can’t he do anything correctly?! So bloody USELESS. I felt worse for Felix, rather than Jonas. Eek. And I’m STILL indifferent to Lucia. I find her entire plot line to be rather tedious, if I’m being honest.
Anyway onto book four! ...more
Jun 06, 2016
Chelsea ❤Peril Please❤
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Recommended to Chelsea ❤Peril Please❤ by:
Brittney ~ Reverie and Ink
*4.5 Stars*
Cleo's cheeks flamed. "I hate you."
"Good. You should never forget your place in this palace. You continue to live only because my father doesn't yet want you dead. You have no power here. And, most especially, you have no power over me."
It’s always extremely hard to talk about each book in a long series in a review, because you begin to spoil and become repetitive….but for Magnus?? I’d try just about anything. This series, while easily dismissed by those who aren’t truly enraptur ...more
Gathering Darkness was without a doubt one of the best books I have read of 2016, yes I know its January but still. For those of you who have stumbled across my reviews on Falling Kingdoms and Rebel Spring, you will have noted that I really enjoyed the books but there was something missing, that initial spark or driving force being liking and loving a book. My feelings of Gathering Darkness- I love this freaking book. It's now one of my favourite series.
Falling Kingdoms and Rebel Spring are like ...more
Falling Kingdoms and Rebel Spring are like ...more
Okay, I've got a question.
How, in the name of all things sacred and holyMagnus Lukas Damora included, am I supposed to go to sleep after this?
No, seriously, someone please answer me.
I'm asking those who've read this book already, in particular. How did you menage to go on with your life after finishing this? Enlighten me, you selfish fools!
My head is a mess. My heart, empty and numb. My feels? All over the place.
I've obviously just lost a duel against overwhelmingness and I have no ide ...more
How, in the name of all things sacred and holy
No, seriously, someone please answer me.
I'm asking those who've read this book already, in particular. How did you menage to go on with your life after finishing this? Enlighten me, you selfish fools!
My head is a mess. My heart, empty and numb. My feels? All over the place.
I've obviously just lost a duel against overwhelmingness and I have no ide ...more
If you would all be as Kind as to excuse me while I scream from having my mind blown that would be greatly appreciated.
Why is my mind blown? Because this series has officially become one of my absolute favorites. And it's because of what a wild ride this book was. Full of numerous deaths and revelations, this was by all means the definition of epic.
Morgan Rhodes really knows how to make your heart pound and making you lose your mind. This world, it's insane. I can't say much about the plot ...more
Why is my mind blown? Because this series has officially become one of my absolute favorites. And it's because of what a wild ride this book was. Full of numerous deaths and revelations, this was by all means the definition of epic.
Morgan Rhodes really knows how to make your heart pound and making you lose your mind. This world, it's insane. I can't say much about the plot ...more
DNF @ 25ish%
I have exactly no motivation to continue this series. The characters are ridiculously basic as they tumble through a formulaic plot. And the inconsistencies!
It's just not good for my blood pressure to continue the misadventures of:
- Jonas, incompetent rebel everyone loves
- Magnus, the moody prince only the fan base seems to love
-Cleo, as she constantly bemoans her circumstances because no one loves her
And I'm still angry about the ending of the previous book, which included an awful ...more
I have exactly no motivation to continue this series. The characters are ridiculously basic as they tumble through a formulaic plot. And the inconsistencies!
It's just not good for my blood pressure to continue the misadventures of:
- Jonas, incompetent rebel everyone loves
- Magnus, the moody prince only the fan base seems to love
-Cleo, as she constantly bemoans her circumstances because no one loves her
And I'm still angry about the ending of the previous book, which included an awful ...more
UPDATE: Dec. 10, 2014
MAY CONTAIN SPOILERS FOR GD
Right off the bat, I LOVED this book! I read it within a 24 hour period, which is huge for me since my other anticipated reads usually take me about 2-3 days to finish. But I just devoured this book and although short-lived I loved every minute of it. GD definitely does not disappoint. Even after I was done with it I found myself rereading my favorite passages. Right from the beginning of this book down to the last page everything was on higher sta ...more
MAY CONTAIN SPOILERS FOR GD
Right off the bat, I LOVED this book! I read it within a 24 hour period, which is huge for me since my other anticipated reads usually take me about 2-3 days to finish. But I just devoured this book and although short-lived I loved every minute of it. GD definitely does not disappoint. Even after I was done with it I found myself rereading my favorite passages. Right from the beginning of this book down to the last page everything was on higher sta ...more
This book left me feeling seriously conflicted.
To be honest, there were huge chunks of it I simply didn't enjoy and it felt more like a chore than anything remotely resembling pleasure to get through. Most of the story felt like it was going around in circles and every chapter often just repeated the same sentiments over and over again from each character's POV.
Personally, there is nothing more frustrating in a series than when an author feels the need to recap what happened in the previous boo ...more
To be honest, there were huge chunks of it I simply didn't enjoy and it felt more like a chore than anything remotely resembling pleasure to get through. Most of the story felt like it was going around in circles and every chapter often just repeated the same sentiments over and over again from each character's POV.
Personally, there is nothing more frustrating in a series than when an author feels the need to recap what happened in the previous boo ...more
Dec 03, 2016
sreeja
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THAT ENDING .Why is this series so damn addictive?? My mind still needs to heal from that cliffhanger.
This.series.is.so.freaking.good
Since i can't exactly explain in words let me just sum it up with gifs
first off, i have officially become a huge Magnus fan
also this book had such a slow burn romance that it will keep you waiting and when it does happen:
also you will be introduced to a new characters as usual, one being Felix
also new political tensions arise when the Kraeshians(idk ...more
This.series.is.so.freaking.good
Since i can't exactly explain in words let me just sum it up with gifs
first off, i have officially become a huge Magnus fan
also this book had such a slow burn romance that it will keep you waiting and when it does happen:
also you will be introduced to a new characters as usual, one being Felix
also new political tensions arise when the Kraeshians(idk ...more
Buddy read with Diana Bautista!!!
"Darkness rose up to cover him like a thick cloak. Soon he’d make them all burn for what they’d done to him."
This was a fun read, definitely better than the second book! I want to start the fourth one right now, but the 5th book doesn't come out till December!! Must wait a few months. :(
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"Darkness rose up to cover him like a thick cloak. Soon he’d make them all burn for what they’d done to him."
This was a fun read, definitely better than the second book! I want to start the fourth one right now, but the 5th book doesn't come out till December!! Must wait a few months. :(
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Jan 25, 2020
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4.5 Golden Stars
it's my least favourite in this series (the plot was more talking than actions) but I'm struggling to give it 5 stars or not.
It had many Beautiful moments (especially after chapter 17! *heart eyes*) or Exciting, Mysterious when they tried to cross each other, Funny when it was the sarcastic arguing; as you noticed, I updated my progress very often, because I wanted to manifest my feelings! (or I would explode! no kidding!)
many Mind-Blowing situations! & the Climax!
I laughed, I sm ...more
it's my least favourite in this series (the plot was more talking than actions) but I'm struggling to give it 5 stars or not.
It had many Beautiful moments (especially after chapter 17! *heart eyes*) or Exciting, Mysterious when they tried to cross each other, Funny when it was the sarcastic arguing; as you noticed, I updated my progress very often, because I wanted to manifest my feelings! (or I would explode! no kidding!)
many Mind-Blowing situations! & the Climax!
I laughed, I sm ...more
This book was amazing! I love this series so much! These books are so addicting. I can't wait to read the next book, I just want to binge read this series. If you love Fantasy, I really recommend this series :)
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I was talking to some of my friends at about the half way point of this book and I was complaining because so far the first 2 books were only 4 stars and this one was also looking like being a 4 star. However, the last 200 pages completely changed my opinion because it was ridiculously intense. I was on the edge of my seat reading it and I had to take breaks because I was so stressed. I was pretty sure that our main characters would survive this book but I was still extremely worried that someon
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3.75 The stakes have never been higher. ★'s
“There are no guarantees in this life, only strong possibilities. That's enough for me.”
“You don't cry when someone pushes you down. You get up. You get up and you fight back. And pretty soon nobody's going to shove you anymore because they'll see it's not worth it.”
Okay... So I gotta say, I still didn't love it! But at least "Gathering Darkness" was better than Rebel Spring even if only by a little bit. My biggest problem with this series is the re ...more
“There are no guarantees in this life, only strong possibilities. That's enough for me.”
“You don't cry when someone pushes you down. You get up. You get up and you fight back. And pretty soon nobody's going to shove you anymore because they'll see it's not worth it.”
Okay... So I gotta say, I still didn't love it! But at least "Gathering Darkness" was better than Rebel Spring even if only by a little bit. My biggest problem with this series is the re ...more
Just finished Book 3 in the Pushy Librarian series, and it was AWESOME!
How did I not know about this series before a month ago?!
I'm guessing it was because Pushy Librarian wasn't quite pushy enough.
Anyway, this is a reallyreallyreally good mature young adult fantasy. If you're into that sort of thing, you should really give these books a shot.
The main thing that I love about these books (as I've mentioned before) is that you never know who the hell is going to end up getting offed by the end of ...more
How did I not know about this series before a month ago?!
I'm guessing it was because Pushy Librarian wasn't quite pushy enough.
Anyway, this is a reallyreallyreally good mature young adult fantasy. If you're into that sort of thing, you should really give these books a shot.
The main thing that I love about these books (as I've mentioned before) is that you never know who the hell is going to end up getting offed by the end of ...more
''And in this moment, he thought she was the bravest and most beautiful girl he'd ever known.''
Not going to lie here...I'M SO FREAKIN HAPPY RIGHT NOW!
I mean I'm devastated at the same time because I have to wait a whole year for the next one. And then another year. And then...another one. This is awful. BUT I'm still thoroughly happy, because, guess what? My ship is finally sailing and I'm so excited to see how everything continues in the next installment!
I'm not going to say anything about the ...more
Not going to lie here...I'M SO FREAKIN HAPPY RIGHT NOW!
I mean I'm devastated at the same time because I have to wait a whole year for the next one. And then another year. And then...another one. This is awful. BUT I'm still thoroughly happy, because, guess what? My ship is finally sailing and I'm so excited to see how everything continues in the next installment!
I'm not going to say anything about the ...more
Rating - 4/4.5 stars ✨
In conclusion, I can’t fucking deal with this anymore.
You know when something hurts, but it's just so good, you'll gladly take the pain?
That’s slow burn romance and basically the entire Falling Kingdoms series for you all.
(spoilers ahead for the rest of the book)
I LOVE MAGNUS LUKAS DAMORA. With all my heart. He is the most cruel, bitter, and loving boy to ever exist and I LOVE HIM. his character is so complex and villainous but I just love him.
in fact I love him so much ...more
In conclusion, I can’t fucking deal with this anymore.
You know when something hurts, but it's just so good, you'll gladly take the pain?
That’s slow burn romance and basically the entire Falling Kingdoms series for you all.
(spoilers ahead for the rest of the book)
I LOVE MAGNUS LUKAS DAMORA. With all my heart. He is the most cruel, bitter, and loving boy to ever exist and I LOVE HIM. his character is so complex and villainous but I just love him.
in fact I love him so much ...more
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