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Outstanding Conclusion to a Phenomenal Trilogy!, November 3, 2008
This review is from: The Reawakened (Aspect of Crow, Book 3) (Paperback)
In the Aspect of Crow trilogy, people are gifted with the aspect of a Spirit. When they reach a certain age they venture into the wilderness for three days with no food or shelter and await their bestowing. But then there are the Ilions who are much like we are. They do not embrace the Spirits. They fear the magic and only want to claim the land and suppress the ones who embrace what they do not understand.
In the first book, Eyes of Crow, Rhia is bestowed with the gift of Crow. She helps people pass on to the other side, freeing their souls. On her way to Kalindos to train with another Crow, she meets Marek. Together, Marek helps Rhia accept her Crow aspect and Rhia helps him overcome his past. They may have found love but the inevitable war begins at the end with a battle with the Ilions. Tragically, lives are lost, but out of that battle an Ilion is saved and healed. Which leads you into the second book, Voice of Crow, and a wonderful romance. However there are some tough moments to get through in regards to Marek and Rhia. And now, 18 years later, in The Reawakened, the war between the ones who embrace the Sprits and the Ilions is here. With the Ilions trying to gain full control over the two main cities, Asermos and Velekos, there is still resistance.
Several of the characters from the previous two books play important roles in this one, as well as the children and babies from Voice of Crow, now grown with their Spirit aspects bestowed upon them. In Voice of Crow a prophecy revealed that The Raven would bestow her gift on one child born of a Crow. The people have held on to that hope, because Raven has never bestowed her Aspect and they believe that when she does it will save their people. In Voice of Crow you're left wondering if one of two babies will be gifted with Raven.
In The Reawakened, it's battle to push back the occupation of the Ilions. To regain their land and freedom, to make a stand. The Aspect of Crow Trilogy is an Epic story encompassing all three books. The first book was wonderful, the second was fabulous, and the third was superb!! Combined together, producing one Phenomenal Trilogy!
The abundance of emotions I felt while reading this book was almost too painful to read at times, but I couldn't help but turn the page knowing hope was there. No matter how much violence and bloodshed it was there as long as they did not give up hope. No one person did not feel the affects of the war with the Ilions. Even the relationship between Dravek and Sura seemed hopeless. My insides were twisted through so many parts of this book. For Jeri Smith-Ready to be able to express in words, giving you that feeling over and over again, shows how truly talented she is. Not one time did I feel certain the outcome would be joyous and happy. She kept you on the edge of your seat, turning page after page, wondering what would happen next.
The Reawakened was a superb conclusion to this Trilogy. More than I ever bargained for. There is romance in all three books, but this Trilogy is soooo much more than three books focusing on two people in each book, searching for their HEA. This series is about survival and standing up for what you believe, fighting for what is yours.Each book enhances the previous creating one heck of a story.
I recommend this Trilogy to everyone. It's...well...it's simply Amazing! Perfect! An emotional roller-coaster you don't want to miss!!
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3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
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A Recommended Read!, October 24, 2008
This review is from: The Reawakened (Aspect of Crow, Book 3) (Paperback)
The war has begun....
Guardian Spirits have guided Rhia and her people in all that they do. The war with the Descendants threatens all of that while Rhia and her fellow Crows are wearied from the deaths. Rhia is in her second phase Aspect, a phase that brings great power but also great responsibility. Many of the younger generation imbued by various other Guardian Spirits want to increase their powers to help the cause, but at what personal cost? Sura, Dravek, Kara, and Etarek are on a forbidden path, one that will have them questioning if their choices were indeed worth it. And just who is the prophesied Raven?
Stop reading if you haven't read EYES OF CROW and VOICE OF CROW and immediately pick them up! The Aspect of Crow series should be read in order as the nuances of the characters and the storyline are carefully built throughout each book in this phenomenal trilogy. Rhia's character growth in particular is a key part of the series and is best appreciated if the books are read in the correct order.
Jeri Smith-Ready does a beautiful job at creating legends that make the reader truly care. It was all I could do to not peek to see which character would be revealed as Raven! The mythology behind the trilogy is superbly explained and THE REAWAKENED brings the entire story full circle.
THE REAWAKENED is a powerful book. Readers should be prepared to experience a gamut of emotions. Jeri Smith-Ready takes readers from sadness, to grief, to outrage, to sheer rage, to relief, to yes, even joy. The concept of heroism is paramount as multiple characters display it in ways that are deeply gripping and yes, even painful and yet a sense of hope permeates the entire story. Even in the midst of the most awful, most despairing moments, there is still that glimmer of hope for a better future. Never have I read a trilogy that exemplifies the spirit of freedom in so meaningful and poignant a way! THE REAWAKENED packs one emotional punch that stays with the reader long past the last page.
Without a doubt, Jeri Smith-Ready is a master at creating the perfect blend of ambience, character development, and storyline. THE REAWAKENED concludes a trilogy that ranks among the best in the genre. Highly recommended!
COURTESY OF CK2S KWIPS AND KRITIQUES
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Wonderful Book!, September 4, 2011
This review is from: The Reawakened (Aspect of Crow, Book 3) (Paperback)
This is the 3rd book in a trilogy and all three were AMAZING! I loved the way the story unfolded, it was incredibly original, the characters were well written and truly engaging. With this final version, the story was brought to an end in the perfect way. Loved it loved it loved!
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