Wednesday, January 11, 2023

Review: The King Will Kill You (The Kingdoms of Sand & Sky #3)

Title- The King Will Kill You
Author- Sarah Henning
Series- The Kingdoms of Sand & Sky
Pages- 368
Genre- Young Adult, High Fantasy, Romance
Rating- 4.5/5
Publisher- Tor Teen 
ISBN 13- 9781250841032 
Review No.- 60

Synopsis-

The Princess Bride meets Game of Thrones in this commercial YA trilogy from acclaimed fantasy author Sarah Henning.

Princess Amarande is finally on the verge of having everything she wants. To be with her true love Luca, no one nor law standing in the way. To rule Ardenia as queen outright, no marriage necessary, as Luca does the same with the reformed Torrence. To rebuild the continent of The Sand and Sky into a place not defined by archaic, patriarchal laws, but by the will of its people.

However, threats await in the shadows of Amarande’s hoped-for happily ever after. One expected and deadly to both her love and every one of her objectives. The other, unexpected, and arising with a vicious aim: revenge at any cost. Against the princess who killed him, the boy whose love made her do it, and the continent cruel enough to deserve his rage.

The King Will Kill You is the epic, pulse-pounding conclusion to Sarah Henning’s Kingdoms of Sand and Sky trilogy.

Review-

"The King Will Kill You" by Sarah Henning, the third book of the Kingdom of Sand and Sky series, is a thrilling conclusion to the epic fantasy saga. The story picks up where the previous book left off, with Amarande and Luca facing off against the ruthless King Sendoa and his armies.

The writing style is engaging and immersive, with vivid descriptions of the action and well-crafted dialogue that brings the characters to life. The plot is fast-paced and full of surprises, with numerous twists and turns that keep the reader on the edge of their seat.

The character development is another strong point of the book, with Amarande and Luca continuing to evolve and grow as they face ever-increasing challenges. The supporting cast of characters is also well-developed, with each playing a significant role in the story.

One criticism of the book is that the conclusion feels rushed and somewhat unsatisfying. The climactic battle is over too quickly, and some loose ends are left untied. Additionally, some readers may find the ending bittersweet or even disappointing.

Overall, "The King Will Kill You" is a satisfying conclusion to the Kingdom of Sand and Sky series. With its engaging characters, fast-paced plot, and immersive world-building, it is a must-read for fans of epic fantasy. While it may not be perfect, it is still a highly enjoyable and entertaining read.


I thank Netgalley and Tor Teen for providing me with an advanced reader's copy. 

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