Last of the Wilds (Age of the Five #2)
Ok, so there is definitely a pattern with Trudi Canavan's books that seem to apply to each series. Main female character is accepted into higher social/religious/political standing because of her unexpectedly high level of skills/powers. Once she comes into her powers fully, she defies her superiors, breaks rules, rebels for the sake of truth and because it's the right thing to do while still remaining on the good side of the other important characters as much as possible. Meanwhile she falls in
As for the previous one, after reading the black magician trilogy, I had REALLY high expectation. I was disappointed.
Very good but...This book was a fascinating read and well worth the wait. It was written excellently and the concepts behind the various use of magic were well explored. We see more from the Pentadrians' point of view and way of life and learn a lot more about the various characters that make up the White, the Wilds and the Elai as well as learning more about the Gods. I found the constant shift of viewpoint distracting and slightly annoying. I can see some of it necessary, but wonder whether
For a sequel, I was pretty happy. Made me look forward to the last book of the trilogy.
Typically I am not a huge fan of second books in a trilogy - most of the time they don't serve much purpose except to set things up for the final act (i.e. book) but this one I found to be an actual story in its own right. I really wish I knew whether I thought that the first few times I read the book or not... given I rated this three stars back in 2012 clearly I didn't think that much of it though.Potentially the reason I enjoyed this more this time around was because I was waiting for pretty
I'm really not getting into this series as I did her Black Magician trilogy. I am curious with how Mirar and Auraya will tackle the remaining White while a threat from the Pentradians loom. Hopefully the next book picks things up.
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Original Title: | Last of the Wilds |
ISBN: | 0060815914 (ISBN13: 9780060815912) |
Edition Language: | English |
Series: | Age of the Five #2 |
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After pitched battle, The White—the avatars of the Five Gods—have briefly turned back the vicious invaders. And now, the priestess Auraya is sent on an urgent mission to reconcile with the powerful, outcast Dreamweavers, for their magical healing abilities may be the key to saving the land. But as a deadly plague devastates their allies and old adversaries resurface, a dreadful surprise may ruin the chance for peace. For Auraya's terrible discovery will force her into a desperate choice—one whose consequences will change the world forever.Point Containing Books Last of the Wilds (Age of the Five #2)
Title | : | Last of the Wilds (Age of the Five #2) |
Author | : | Trudi Canavan |
Book Format | : | Paperback |
Book Edition | : | Special Edition |
Pages | : | Pages: 558 pages |
Published | : | May 2006 by HarperCollins Publishers Inc. (first published April 25th 2006) |
Categories | : | Fantasy. Fiction. Magic |
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Ratings: 4.03 From 12317 Users | 209 ReviewsCriticism Containing Books Last of the Wilds (Age of the Five #2)
(3.5 - 4 stars)While I'm generally enjoying these books much more than I did when I first read them 10 years ago, I guess this is just a little... middle-booky?IMHO, the pacing is a little wonky- for the most part, it's petty slow and definitively doesn't have the typical arc the first book had, and then at the end petty much everything happens at once, leaving at least Auraya in a pretty emotional place.Aurayas and Mirars arcs are my personal favourites from this book. Their situations changeOk, so there is definitely a pattern with Trudi Canavan's books that seem to apply to each series. Main female character is accepted into higher social/religious/political standing because of her unexpectedly high level of skills/powers. Once she comes into her powers fully, she defies her superiors, breaks rules, rebels for the sake of truth and because it's the right thing to do while still remaining on the good side of the other important characters as much as possible. Meanwhile she falls in
As for the previous one, after reading the black magician trilogy, I had REALLY high expectation. I was disappointed.
Very good but...This book was a fascinating read and well worth the wait. It was written excellently and the concepts behind the various use of magic were well explored. We see more from the Pentadrians' point of view and way of life and learn a lot more about the various characters that make up the White, the Wilds and the Elai as well as learning more about the Gods. I found the constant shift of viewpoint distracting and slightly annoying. I can see some of it necessary, but wonder whether
For a sequel, I was pretty happy. Made me look forward to the last book of the trilogy.
Typically I am not a huge fan of second books in a trilogy - most of the time they don't serve much purpose except to set things up for the final act (i.e. book) but this one I found to be an actual story in its own right. I really wish I knew whether I thought that the first few times I read the book or not... given I rated this three stars back in 2012 clearly I didn't think that much of it though.Potentially the reason I enjoyed this more this time around was because I was waiting for pretty
I'm really not getting into this series as I did her Black Magician trilogy. I am curious with how Mirar and Auraya will tackle the remaining White while a threat from the Pentradians loom. Hopefully the next book picks things up.
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