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Ember Queen
(Ash Princess Trilogy #3)
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The thrilling conclusion to an epic fantasy about a throne cruelly stolen and a girl who must fight to take it back for her people.
Princess Theodosia was a prisoner in her own country for a decade. Renamed the Ash Princess, she endured relentless abuse and ridicule from the Kaiser and his court. But though she wore a crown of ashes, there is fire in Theo’s blood. As the ri ...more
Princess Theodosia was a prisoner in her own country for a decade. Renamed the Ash Princess, she endured relentless abuse and ridicule from the Kaiser and his court. But though she wore a crown of ashes, there is fire in Theo’s blood. As the ri ...more
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February 4th 2020
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A fantastic end to an amazing trilogy! I never expected to fall in love with this story, these characters, and this world as much as I did. Of all the YA fantasy series I've read over the past year, this is the finale I looked forward to the most, and it definitely delivered.
Laura Sebastian continues to use this story to explore thought-provoking topics echoed throughout the trilogy, including morality in times of war and the idea that no person can be categorized simply as good or evil. Theo is ...more
Laura Sebastian continues to use this story to explore thought-provoking topics echoed throughout the trilogy, including morality in times of war and the idea that no person can be categorized simply as good or evil. Theo is ...more
Oct 04, 2018
♠ TABI⁷ ♠
marked it as to-read
$10 says this is gonna be called Fire Queen or something similar . . .
Okay so EMBER IS CLOSE TO FIRE SO WOW WAS I RIGHT OR WAS I RIGHT???
Okay so EMBER IS CLOSE TO FIRE SO WOW WAS I RIGHT OR WAS I RIGHT???
"I died the Queen of Peace, and peace died with me...But you are the Queen of Flame and Fury, and you will set the world on fire."
What a SATISFYING end to the series! It's so criminally underrated and for the life of me, I can't understand why! It deserves to sit among the ranks of the Remnant Chronicles and the Winner's Curse trilogy in terms of brilliant YA political fantasy trilogies!
And for all the reviews that complained of the pacing...did we read the same book? It seemed to be rather simi ...more
What a SATISFYING end to the series! It's so criminally underrated and for the life of me, I can't understand why! It deserves to sit among the ranks of the Remnant Chronicles and the Winner's Curse trilogy in terms of brilliant YA political fantasy trilogies!
And for all the reviews that complained of the pacing...did we read the same book? It seemed to be rather simi ...more
This book was SO DAMN SLOW. I didn’t think I’d ever get to the big battle. And once I did, I kept falling asleep during it. Took me three days just to read the ending. That’s how blah it was.
I read this series strictly for Soren, Art, and Heron. They are the only reason this book didn’t get 1 star.
Queen Theo and her weird relationship with Blaise was annoying the entire series and continued to be so through this. There it is. That’s the series. No need for you to read it now, as none of the othe ...more
I read this series strictly for Soren, Art, and Heron. They are the only reason this book didn’t get 1 star.
Queen Theo and her weird relationship with Blaise was annoying the entire series and continued to be so through this. There it is. That’s the series. No need for you to read it now, as none of the othe ...more
Jul 11, 2019
Crescentdoe
marked it as to-read
Heron: *breathes*
Me: preCiOuS sMoL cHiLd I MuST pRoTeCC
Me: preCiOuS sMoL cHiLd I MuST pRoTeCC
Update: Lowered a star, because if I hold no good feelings towards this book then why is it 2*? I barely have any 1* books so I'm working on correcting my rating system.
Was I disappointed? I don't know. I didn't really have any expectations. Ah well, everyone knows the third book is never as good as the first 2. I finally got this over with and now I can read Chain of Gold!
Was I disappointed? I don't know. I didn't really have any expectations. Ah well, everyone knows the third book is never as good as the first 2. I finally got this over with and now I can read Chain of Gold!
"I died the Queen of Peace, and peace died with me," my mother told me. "But you are the Queen of Flame and Fury, and you...more
Loved this series. I can't wait to see what Laura Sebastian has next.
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I made the mistake of reading the last few chapters (AKA the final battle and the aftermath) at work AND I AM NOT OKAY. I couldn't outwardly express my feelings, guys. THIS BOOK HAD ME LIKE-
Full review to come!
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Dec 02, 2020
Dannii Elle
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This is the third instalment in The Ash Princess series.
Theodosia is the last remaining heir of a vanquished country, first owned by its conqueror and now her former best friend, turned enemy. She is amassing allies and powers but will it be enough to defeat the army hounding her or the girl who sits upon the throne and knows all of Theo's moves seemingly before she does?
This series has remained a fascinating fantasy story but has also focused heavily on Theos' various romantic connections. This ...more
Theodosia is the last remaining heir of a vanquished country, first owned by its conqueror and now her former best friend, turned enemy. She is amassing allies and powers but will it be enough to defeat the army hounding her or the girl who sits upon the throne and knows all of Theo's moves seemingly before she does?
This series has remained a fascinating fantasy story but has also focused heavily on Theos' various romantic connections. This ...more
Actual rating: 3.5 stars.
This one was my least favorite of the series. It wasn't a bad ending or a bad book, but I felt it was a little lackluster for a series finale. Theo got on my nerves a lot because she just felt like she was trying so hard to be a martyr... or just like she blamed herself so much that it got really annoying. I just felt a little let down, I guess. I will say that these covers are so gorgeous! ...more
This one was my least favorite of the series. It wasn't a bad ending or a bad book, but I felt it was a little lackluster for a series finale. Theo got on my nerves a lot because she just felt like she was trying so hard to be a martyr... or just like she blamed herself so much that it got really annoying. I just felt a little let down, I guess. I will say that these covers are so gorgeous! ...more
"This throne is mine, and mine alone, and I am no longer afraid of it."
OMG!! I can't believe I finished these series! It is so pure and magical and I definitely know that I'll read them again and again) Many Thanks Laura Sebastian♥ I had a wonderful journey! ...more
OMG!! I can't believe I finished these series! It is so pure and magical and I definitely know that I'll read them again and again) Many Thanks Laura Sebastian♥ I had a wonderful journey! ...more
solid. an entirely satisfying ending. also, laura sebastian's writing is just.... really good, you guys.
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Edit: 2 stars. The more I look back on it the more I realize how much I disliked it. I found the ending to be rather questionable (I address this in the spoiler section of my review). I’m not really disappointed, as I didn’t have that high of expectations. Semi-harsh review ahead.
**SPOILERS FOR ASH PRINCESS AND LADY SMOKE AHEAD**
“‘An Ember Queen.’ Blaise says. […] ‘It’s what I’ve heard some of the people call you. It started with the former Fire Mine slaves, but it’s caught on. A bit les ...more
**SPOILERS FOR ASH PRINCESS AND LADY SMOKE AHEAD**
“‘An Ember Queen.’ Blaise says. […] ‘It’s what I’ve heard some of the people call you. It started with the former Fire Mine slaves, but it’s caught on. A bit les ...more
This is a trilogy I have really enjoyed and overall I would give the whole thing 4 stars. HOWEVER, I can also admit that it also isn't bringing anything new to the table. There's a love triangle, a final battle, triumphs and defeats, and some loss. I can't even say for sure what stands out about this series to me, except that I liked it. I found the main character compelling, as well as her relationship with the big bad of the series (though I wish it had been a bit more developed). I liked her
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As a finale, this was a bit underwhelming. While not bad per se, it just didn't feel all that gripping, and was far too predictable..
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A | A marvelous end to this outstanding trilogy that stayed consistently strong throughout the whole trilogy, Ember Queen is a great example of how to write the last book in a series. The book’s strength lies in Sebastian’s writing and her ability to make me care about
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the characters — even those that I found annoying and even those who I should feel no sympathy for — as well as the relationships between them.
Find the rest of this review on my blog, moon & coffee. ...more
Find the rest of this review on my blog, moon & coffee. ...more
I wanted to like this series so much more than I did but I just never really cared for any of the characters. I tried. I really did. It just felt like a generic Fantasy formula. The ending was also very anticlimactic. I didn't hate it, but I didn't love it. If I had to rate them, Lady Smoke was my favorite of the series, then Ash Princess, and I enjoyed Ember Queen the least. 🤷🏼♀️
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DOES ANYONE HAVE AN EXACT RELEASE DATE OR ARE WE JUST GUESSING SOMETIME AROUND NEXT FEBRUARY?!?!?!
Nice ending to the story although I wish we got have gotten more of the Prinz and Theo in the end and knew more about them. I was sad about Blaise. This story was pretty long and kinda drug on.
Ember Queen was a beautiful weaving together of friendship, trust, tears, love, and sacrifice. This series completely enchanted me and I devoured it in no time at all. I fell in love with these characters. They held my heart in the palm of their hands during their action packed journey! So if you’re a fan of young adult and fantasy, definitely add this series to your tbr. Here are some of my favorite things about this final book…...
✮Sacrifice and Tears:
Oh, Ember Queen made me cry. Not only was l ...more
✮Sacrifice and Tears:
Oh, Ember Queen made me cry. Not only was l ...more
What a fantastic ending to this series. I am glad that I waited to finish the series until all of the books were out because I don't know if I could have waited - and I love being able to read everything back to back.
First, let me just say that Theo - QUEEN. the girl slayed in this entire book. Finally not taking anyone's shit, stating her own opinions and coming up with crazy ass schemes that don't seem promising. I just loved her. I loved her strength and I loved her weakness. She wasn't perf ...more
First, let me just say that Theo - QUEEN. the girl slayed in this entire book. Finally not taking anyone's shit, stating her own opinions and coming up with crazy ass schemes that don't seem promising. I just loved her. I loved her strength and I loved her weakness. She wasn't perf ...more
3.5★
vid review will be available on 22 April, 2020 here https://youtu.be/n-_rtX0ZxYk
Though still phenomenal and consistent with the level offered so far, I found myself skipping pages because I felt the story dragged a bit at moments. ...more
vid review will be available on 22 April, 2020 here https://youtu.be/n-_rtX0ZxYk
Though still phenomenal and consistent with the level offered so far, I found myself skipping pages because I felt the story dragged a bit at moments. ...more
I really loved it!!!
This was the best book in the trilogy! That might have been for many reasons, but it was mainly the lack of the love triangle drama that had been overdone in the first two of these books.
We see Theo ready mature from being just a princess out of her depth, and we see her taking charge and making calm cool and rational decisions without letting her heart get in the way. While it's usually an endearing trait in protagonists, to see them defy all logic and save the love interest ...more
This was the best book in the trilogy! That might have been for many reasons, but it was mainly the lack of the love triangle drama that had been overdone in the first two of these books.
We see Theo ready mature from being just a princess out of her depth, and we see her taking charge and making calm cool and rational decisions without letting her heart get in the way. While it's usually an endearing trait in protagonists, to see them defy all logic and save the love interest ...more
Thank you FFBC and Delacorte for a complimentary copy. I voluntarily reviewed this book. All opinions expressed are my own.
Ember Queen
By: Laura Sebastian
*REVIEW* ☆☆☆☆
I actually started reading Ash Princess a few years ago but never finished it until recently. Of course, Lady Smoke followed in quick succession, and I was then fortunate to receive a gifted copy of Ember Queen. The stars aligned! As trilogies go, I'm always sad when they end, and this was no exception. I've come to know and love ...more
Ember Queen
By: Laura Sebastian
*REVIEW* ☆☆☆☆
I actually started reading Ash Princess a few years ago but never finished it until recently. Of course, Lady Smoke followed in quick succession, and I was then fortunate to receive a gifted copy of Ember Queen. The stars aligned! As trilogies go, I'm always sad when they end, and this was no exception. I've come to know and love ...more
4.5 Stars rounded up! Fantastic ending to this series. Bittersweet that the "Ash Princess Trilogy" has come to an end, but completely elated at it's conclusion. I shed a few tears. I think this is a very over looked series, due to its slow start. Ash Princess and Lady Smoke are two books with very slow starts, that offer at lot of strategic story building rather than epic cliffhanger battles, but the story always delivers.
There was much of the same in Ember Queen however, the growth across thes ...more
There was much of the same in Ember Queen however, the growth across thes ...more
Aug 08, 2018
Lynne ♠ The Book Dragon ♠
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it was amazing
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I NEED a cover and title for this so bad!!!
Utterly phenomenonal. Full RTC. Thank you Pan Macmillan Australia for sending me a copy to read and review :)
This book was the end of a trilogy... I liked the first 2 boos better than this one. This book didn’t really much for me.
Ya know, for someone who absolutely loved this series and enjoyed it somewhat. I'm not even sure what to say about this one.
Ember Queen started off on a pretty slowly for me. Don't get me wrong, I was beyond excited to dive back into this world and see what was going to go down.. but it also felt like nothing was really happening for me either.
Other than that, Theo and Blaise were kind of annoying when they were together. I'm not sure on how I felt about Blaise at the end of book two.. but in ...more
Ember Queen started off on a pretty slowly for me. Don't get me wrong, I was beyond excited to dive back into this world and see what was going to go down.. but it also felt like nothing was really happening for me either.
Other than that, Theo and Blaise were kind of annoying when they were together. I'm not sure on how I felt about Blaise at the end of book two.. but in ...more
Probably closer to 3 1/2 stars. Review to come!
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