The Arrival of Dawn (Roseian War) book review
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In reading Arrival of Dawn by Bree Vanderland, it's kind of short and took just a couple hours,
I can clearly see she has talent. The main problem I saw with it, not the content, since I really
liked the story, and as a result am giving it five stars, there was just a few minor editing and
format issues which I'm sure can be fixed in no time. Despite it's flaws, I'll be reading part two.
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Review:

By now there should be no surprise that I anticipate and welcome any YA set in Japan, be it in a modern or historical settings, everything goes. Ive read the previous two books in this engaging, imaginative and action-packed series and thoroughly enjoyed them, and Im quite sad it took me so long to finally pick up the final book. What I discovered is that everything I found awesome previously is still there, but so are heaps of other aspects that just make the last book cramped and full of various plot devices, unnecessary additions, stalling, and despite including all these new things, the story somewhat dragged and felt really slow.

Zombies and vampires and dragons, oh my! That was the source of why I felt this final book lacking. Vampire ninjas as unique twist to the story was ingenious to me and when I heard about the dragon, it was still quite exciting, but when the zombies come around and then the god of death and why oh why cant that creepily annoying villain Kenji Kira already hit the bucket, then it started to become a bother. There was for sure lots of action, close calls, incredibly tense and oh-my-god-whats-going-to-happen moments, but all these heaps of bad guys against our poor trio of heroes, who had internal relationship issues as well, wasn't really encouraging and pleasant to follow. Also, poor Taro, I genuinely felt sorry for him in this book, how much torture, physical pain, emotional pain, betrayal can one person bear.

Despite my whining, I still more or less liked the book, it had a really satisfying conclusion and I was left leaving the series with a smile on my face. I was really happy on how everything was pulled together and all the fates were more than earned. I also absolutely loved the confrontation between Lord Tokugawa and Taro, it was a long time coming and I was on the edge of my seat when they finally met for real, face to face. What a wonderful final showdown they had. Also, Nobunaga was a great villain in the two previous books and Kenji Kira was only disgusting, but the one with more momentum and the main adversary was without a doubt Tokugawa.

While the main gang of three were already from the start somewhat of a clich: a boy with a destiny, his tough friend and a beautiful strong-willed lady love - I thought they made a decent team and I quite liked all three of them. Im happy that everything wasn't smooth sailing for them in this book and various issues came up that were in the long run unavoidable and the separations they went through were good for character development and strengthening bonds, especially for the two sidekicks. Im glad that the both of them also were able to see each other and survive without Taro by their side all the time.

Overall:

I can say that this was an excellent series with imagination, fights, adventure, Japanese mythology and, most of all, my favourite setting, especially since feudal settings for Japan-themed YA books are incredibly rare. The final book was based on some aspects a slight let down, because there was just too much of everything in it, but it still worked and the previous two were so good that they compensated slightly for the spots lacking. Im quite sad that this series doesnt have as many readers as it deserves though, because I guess, it is somewhat of a niche mix of setting and genre. Still, give the series a try, especially if you enjoy historical adventure, action and manga.
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Oh my god I just finished reading it and it was so good. SO GOOD. I thought I could skip over it and just read TOG #7 a year from now, but there is some pretty shocking information in this book that could potentially change the course of the war COMPLETELY. I love this book so much. I didn't really like Chaol and Nesryn that much but now, I love them. This book really focused on them and their characters in a way that none of the other books really had a chance to and it was amazing. 10/10 would read again. SARAH J MAAS, YOU'VE DONE IT AGAIN.
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I really really liked this book but I can't say it was one of the best I've read recently.  The writer does not give you the feel of the vastness of space you get in, say, a David Weber book.  Space battles seem more like WWII sea battles.  The planets all seem to be lined up on the same side as ships enter or leave the Solar System.  That being said, it was a good telling of a very familiar if not overused theme of the malevolent aliens attacking and trying to destroy  the Earth.  This is definitely a good read and I am looking forward to the next book in the series.
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It's a 4.67 actually on my scale =D Not really a 5 due to the sometimes annoyingly overbearing Torin, other than that, it's really a great book to read!
I loved the Epilogue!!! ^^ Gives you a heads-up that things are about to ... hit the fan in the next book!
I personally hate series that take too long, but for Runes, I can't wait for the next one!!! =D
Check out a full review at: http://kahlanmidnight.wordpress.com/2014/07/19/review-of-seeress-by-ednah-walters/
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http://bookandink.weebly.com/the-book/hunter-guy-erma-and-the-son-empire-2-by-sally-ann-melia-review

This second book picks off from the first book, wherein Prince Theodor was kidnapped. In this book, the kidnapped prince tries to escape from his captors and his mother resorts to all possible measures to retrieve her son. His mother Regent Sayginn turns to Karl Valvanchi to help find his son. Thus, Karl Valanchis story is narrated in depth. The other highlight of this part of the story would be that of Guy Ermas storyline  the story of the underdog who seems determined in getting into dome elite.

This book is a bit racier when compared to the first book due to a lot of action sequences. The first book focused on the politics of the Empire, giving the readers an idea of the key characters and their impact on the story line. This book on the other hand, focusses more on the actual story progression. There is an elaborate chase and escape sequence revolving around prince Theodor. The first book was an absolute cliff hanger. This book on the other hand surpassed the first book when it came to climax. Sally left me high and dry, prompting me to pick up the next book without a delay. Some un-answered questions from the first book are given a much needed explanation but still, the story feels a bit incomplete. Hopefully the next and the final book will answer my questions and give me a sense of closure.

The writing in this book is a bit more compelling when compared to the previous book. Some parts of the story, especially the part where Regent Sayginn choose to race herself instead of letting the trainer, were a thoroughly enjoyable read. The final chapter where Guy Erma and Prince Theodor enter is a combat takes the cake! This book also provides a diligent insight into the characters and their though process. Almost all the characters are given equal space and importance so much that the emphasis on the protagonist is reduced.
PLOT : 8/10

NARRATION: 8/10

CHARACTERISATION: 8/10

BOREDOM QUOTIENT: 3/10(Lower the better)

OVERALL RATING:  8/10
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Ms. Eidem, your books are fantastic!! I own all of the Tornians Series and I hope you have more in coming our way with the Kaliszian series.  Also, could you write and publish a little faster the anticipation is almost to much to bear!!!!!
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I think this was a great start to the series, having just finished this book I look forward to moving on to the next one, Dragons of a Lost Star.
The best of the other Dragonlance series that I have read so far would be two different ones that I would rate equally well, The Twins & The Chronicles. The latter series is the one that begins with Dragons of a Autumn Twilight.
What confuses me about this book is that I don't remember reading Dragons of a Summer Flame. I am not sure where in the series it fits in. It is definitely before The War of Souls because some of the characters I don't remember from the Chronicles. It is rare that the authors write a single novel, but I don't think that the Summer Flame is apart of a series. After reading the first one of The War of Souls, I am anxious to go back and read Dragons of a Summer Flame. I would highly recommend reading that book BEFORE this one.
Ok now back to the review. I thought that the story development was stronger than the character development. I find the longer series, such as the Death Gate novels, to include a stronger description of the characters than in this book. The Solamanic Knight in this one had me fooled as to his actions. I expected someone who didn't take his vows very seriously, but later on he makes a very selfless act that had me surprised.
In this book they go back in time to try and find what happened before the Chaos War (Dragons of a Summer Flame) but they can't seem to find it. Similarly I thought this was a great book to read but I didn't see the same level of Fantasy that I experienced in The Chronicles. Maybe it is the lack of a group and the interaction between them that I am missing. I have become a fan of the books where inexperienced warriors become great heroes. This book seemed to be a rehashing of old characters tied into a new save the world plot. I hope in the next two I find more of what I like. It will be interesting to see how the plot unfolds, at the very least.
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***THIS BOOK WAS PROVIDED BY THE PUBLISHER/AUTHOR IN EXCHANGE FOR AN HONEST REVIEW**

Komali da Silva's second book in the Dawn Trilogy, Fight For Dawn, is excellent. Komali's words bring you directly into the story, and you can feel the emotions with the characters.

This book, and series, explores very deep philosophies of good and bad, dark and light, and how the two can be intertwined.

As the name says, this is a true Fight For Dawn; she has lost so much, and as fast-paced as this read is, every time she turns, she's finding out something new about her world. Not always something good.

I cannot wait to read the finale, and learn what happens to Dawn and all of her loved ones.

**This review has been done in conjunction with Nerd Girl.***
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I love this series. The first book 'Marines' was written in 1st person view and I thought it was an exceptional intro to the trilogy. I also thought the inclusion of the appendices at the conclusion of the 1st book was a nice touch; I found myself referring to it a couple of times when I was reading the 2nd book (which is not always very convenient to do with a eReader as it would be on the actual paper book).

The new characters introduced in book 2 'The Cost of Victory' were fleshed out enough that caring for them and their well-being was easy. There were not too many introduced too fast as with some novels and they greatly added to the story. I thought the romantic arc was a welcome edition even though not expounded upon much and it sure did not get in the way of the blood and guts warrior tale. I would say after reading the first trilogy that book 2 was my very favorite so far. Well done!

The final book had a conclusion somewhat to the trilogy, but left a clear trajectory to some of the things coming in future novels.

I did not really like the author's note at the beginning of each novel and felt that sometimes it was a very small bit of a spoiler. I like that the author is telling us about the books and his mindset etc.but I just felt like it would have been better at the end of the book. I guess I am glad he included it, just not where he put it in the novels. Overall 5 stars for military sci-fi and a job well done. I highly recommend this series.
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I received this as an ARC.

It has been awhile since I read a straight up fantasy story, so I had a little trouble getting into it. I also had issues because of the words in the story. I think I was in chapter three before I could keep straight what some of the words were referring to. That, by the way, is my only complaint about this book. I would have loved a pronunciation guide for the words that are obviously part of the world created in the story. The difficulties I had were with how they were pronounced and whether the word was referring to an item, a country, or a clan. Once you get into the book, what the noun means becomes much clearer.

My only complaint lodged, this is a fantastic story. It is not a fast read, but it reminded me of how much I loved the Eragon series. The story is about a boy who believes himself to be a man since he has been raised among a rebel war party made up of brigands and thieves. He has been trained to defend himself by one of the best war generals of all time, but he has yet to develop the strength of a man. He is one of the bodyguards to Helgurdda, the rebel leader who intends to be the royenne (I take that to mean queen) of their country. She does have a claim to the crown, but due to the blood-feud that she has also vowed, she will never be royenne without completely overthrowing and killing the current royalty. In the beginning of the book, you learn about the blood-feud and how Wyl (the main character) has been raised. Then after becoming exiles, you learn how Wyl wasn't raised. You will also learn a few very important surprises about who he really is. Finally in part three, you learn what Wyl will probably become. The lasst part of the book flies by from all the action going on. I seriously had trouble putting it down once I got into it because I just had to know what was going to happen next. I guess I do have one more complaint about the book though, I don't want to wait for the second one to find out more. It's fabulous.

Read more reviews at Identity Discovery Blog.
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This was a great book. I enjoy it more once it got to part two. The first part however was like an drawn out series of conversations about Invagr(I hope I spelt that right) return and everyone affect about it. Also about the new recruit who is just awesome by the way, he adds a lot of hope and comedy flavor to the book in a warhammer 40k kind of way. I also enjoyed the indirect pairings of Sisters with Space Marines, I think three marines with three sisters had a sort of connections/bond. Was enjoyable to say the least. I did not think space marines and sisters of battle could get along so well.
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I just read Waiting for the Perfect Dawn. An absolute treasure. I could not put it down and read it in one perfect day. Annu is a phenomenal storyteller!
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Ok, I guess I should say more. Helsreach covers the war on Helsreach in which the Black Templars and Mechanicus are defending it from an insane invasion of Orks.
The book itself is fantastic since it involves, in an abstract sense, the tempering of the Black Templar leader who has to learn humility and dedication. His trial is one of true Warhammer 40K in that he learns his lesson while facing swarms of Orks.

My personal favorite was the experience that was interwoven into the Titans and its crew. A haunting yet driven experience into what it would feel like to be within a Titan. The amazing power comes at a cost. Would you be willing to pay the price?
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In Leviathan the story took place in Britain, Austria, Switzerland and for a majority of the time in the air but in Behemoth now that Alek and Deryn have met they continue on their journey on the Leviathan to the Ottomon Empire where Dr. Barlow's secret mission is finally revealed. Things never run smoothly when you're in the middle of a war however and before the two can set their eyes on their destination it's revealed that Britain is officially at war with Austria, pushing everyone to make difficult decisions.

I have never read a book that was set in Istanbul, all of the historical fiction I've read has been set in Britain or America and all of the steampunk I've heard about seems to be set in Europe but Istanbul was a refreshing change of scenery and it was enjoyable to read about the hodgepodge of cultures living in this cosmopolitan. Behemoth is an altered history of course but from the author's afterword where he talks about what was true and what was changed I believe he remained quite true to the culture and feel of this country.

The setting isn't of course what had me excited to read Behemoth, now that we've already been introduced to the world of Scott Westerfeld's Darwinist versus Clanker war we are delving further into the plot and after the events in Leviathan I was ready to see what else was going to happen to our brave protagonists. Deryn, the girl disguised as a boy in the Royal Air Service who continues to shine in dire situations, still hasn't told anyone her secret despite almost telling Alek in the previous book and this deceit wasn't a problem before until Alek started trusting Deryn with secrets of his own and now the guilt is getting to her.

Alek, the Austiran prince on the run who continues to grow humble and independent, still has the German army looking for him. And even if they can't find him, now that Britain is at war with Austria he and his crew aren't too far away from becoming prisoners of war even if everyone on board the Leviathan aren't treating them differently (yet).

Just like Leviathan there were no dull moments to be found in Behemoth and I chewed through this book in about half the time it took me to get through its predecessor (even though its longer). There were new beasties, clanker creations, dynamic characters, and a revolution. And of course there were the two main characters barreling down their own paths that at many times flowed together and other times (to my detriment) drifted apart. If Leviathan made me a fan, Behemoth made me obsessive and I desperately need the next book.
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Etheria is the first book in the Halo Series by author Melody Robinette and as such is a book that sets the groundwork for the rest of the series.  As such, I believe the author has done a good job of giving us the beginnings of Aurora and Grayson.  This should be a fun series to follow.  Looking forward to the next installment already.

I received a free copy of this book but my review is completely voluntary.
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I really enjoyed this book, and it introduced an imperial guard regiment that was fresh and new to the 40k genre. I enjoyed the Arkhan confederates and there style of fighting. This book had several good twists, corruption, and dark secrets that continued to haunt the confederate regiment. I liked the journal entry's at the beginning of each chapter, and this book was a real page turning, there were moments where I simply wasn't able to put the book down. The only bad thing about the book was the ending, there is an apparent warp taint that haunts the regiment from a massacre in the past that they committed, however it never fully explains who was behind the massacre until later on when you put the pieces together on your own. The ending was abrupt and left to you as the reader to decide what happens, however it was a nice fresh perspective for the imperial guard that I greatly enjoyed.