The Crimson Crown (Seven Realms, #4) in SOS: Serious Overload of Series

Aug 27, 2018 Vanessa Gayle ⚔️ Fangirl Faction rated it it was amazing

Shelves: favorites, fantasy, wish-list-physical, own-ebook-read, reviewed, audio, romance, young-adult

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Sweet Hanalea, the ending to this series was so glorious! I loved every moment of it! I have been sitting here trying to put into words what I am feeling right now after finishing this book and the word that comes to mind is satisfied.

One of the things that really drives this story is the expertly devised plot. I couldn't help but be completely invested in this story. I lost more than a few hours of sleep because I simply could not put thi This review MAY contain spoilers. Read at your own risk.

Sweet Hanalea, the ending to this series was so glorious! I loved every moment of it! I have been sitting here trying to put into words what I am feeling right now after finishing this book and the word that comes to mind is satisfied.

One of the things that really drives this story is the expertly devised plot. I couldn't help but be completely invested in this story. I lost more than a few hours of sleep because I simply could not put this book down. Those are the types of stories that stay with you and this one certainly will. As a matter of fact, I have already purchased the first book in the follow-up series! I loved the author's use of foreshadowing. Just the right amount of information was given so that the reader knew them to be of importance, but not enough to give anything away too soon. The twists and turns in the plot were always surprising and satisfying. The pacing of the story was perfect. I was always left wanting more. The story was filled with action, political intrigue, romance, betrayal, and magic!

The world building is just as vibrant in this installment of the series. The author really has a way of pulling the reader into the story to experience the world. I felt completely immersed in this world the whole time. I really liked the addition and explanation of some the history of their world with regard to the Demon King and Hanalea.

If you have ever wondered if it is possible to love characters to the point of exhaustion then I can tell you now that it is. My love for these characters grew with each and every book of this series. The character growth is exceptional! I loved rooting for the underdog. I loved that the character growth made me question good and evil with an antagonist's character journey. I loved all of the friendships and how many of the characters became family to each other. There was an underlying message of right and wrong, prejudice and understanding, and how a person's perspective and upbringing can play an important part in those things. Those that we thought were evil are not always bad, and those that we love and admire can have darkness in them. These characters really made a home in my heart.

The romance was all I could have asked for! I adore forbidden romances and this one does not disappoint! I loved how a good portion of the plot was based on Han trying to do everything in his power to marry Raisa. He vowed to basically change their world and how it is governed just so he could be with her. It was quite romantic.

Overall, this book has everything you want in a fantasy! An elaborate world, compelling plot, characters that drive the story, and a thrilling romance. I could not have asked for a more perfect ending. I recommend this to all young adult fantasy fans! If you enjoyed the Falling Kingdoms series by Morgan Rhodes then you will love this as well! I can't wait to begin reading the spin-off series, Shattered Realms!

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Jan 10, 2013 Sense361 rated it it was amazing

Shelves: romance, fantasy, several-pov, magic

What a story! What a lovely story! It was amazing! The first book was good, but all the other that followed were great. Such a colorful characters, so much action and feeling, that you cannot stay indifferent. This serie is so well thought through, containing all the complicated twist of invents and relationships. I was pulled right in with the story, laughing and crying with the heroes. And most of all I like the way this story ended. It makes you believe that there is nothing impossible. And n ...more

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Sep 20, 2013 Michelle rated it it was amazing

It's been 3 days of racing through this series, house work not being done, thinking I'll sit down for 5 mins for a quick read and looking up at the clock 2 hrs later... And so well worth it.
Raisa and Han's story as embedded itself into my sub consciousness and will stay there for a very long time. Loved every word on each 350 some pages of this book. ...more

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Sep 23, 2015 Arlene rated it it was amazing

Shelves: ya, elemental-magic-powers, assassin-unlikely-hero-heroine, adventure, extra-sensory-super-powers

i would usually shy away from YA books unless it is fantasy and has really good reviews. This one I stumbled upon in my reco shelf and by far my most favorite YA fantasy read. Does'nt matter if the hero and heroine are both under 18yo. I did'nt let it bother me. ...more

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May 21, 2010 Samantha rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Shelves: ebook-own, ya, fantasy

If you haven't started this series, you should. If you've been waiting for this one it won't let you down. A wonderful conclusion to the series. ...more

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