This bob-and-weave between two different timelines and multiple perspectives (though it does stay in third person throughout) might be confusing and overwhelming in most situations, but Legrand masterfully blends this story together to make it cohesive and comprehensible throughout. This is a very large cast story, especially since it transcends two different timelines, and in this final installment I believe you get more perspectives than ever before. If you’ve read the previous two books in this trilogy, you expect an epic conclusion, and Legrand does not disappoint. I’ll be sure and mark the section with spoilers in big print. Most of it will be spoiler-free, but I’ve got some opinions and I would really like to share them. This review will, however, contain some spoilers. 'One of the biggest new YA fantasies.This is the final book in the series, so I don’t feel the need to post a summary, but I just wanted to do a brief review.A Bustle Most Anticipated Title of Spring 2018.A Goodreads Most Anticipated Title of Spring 2018.A BuzzFeed Most Anticipated Title of Spring 2018.

Betrayed and abandoned, she fights to keep her power at bay-and away from Corien, who will stop at nothing to travel back in time to Rielle, even if that means destroying her daughter.īut when the mysterious Prophet reveals themselves at last, everything changes, giving Rielle and Eliana a second chance for salvation-or the destruction their world has been dreading.Īn epic fantasy with female protagonist, the Empirium Trilogy has captured the hearts of many and Lightbringer concludes this beloved teen fantasy series. In the future, Eliana arrives in the Empire's capital as a broken shell of herself. Separated from Audric and Ludivine, she embraces the role of Blood Queen and her place by Corien's side, determined to become the monster the world believes her to be. Meanwhile, whispers from the empirium slowly drive her mad, urging her to open the Gate. Queen Rielle, pushed away from everything she loves, turns to Corien and his promises of glory. Two queens, separated by a thousand years must face their ultimate destinies. The incredible conclusion to the Empirium Trilogy that started with the instant New York Times bestsellers Furyborn and Kingsbane! This series is perfect for those looking for books for teen girls and is also one of the best fantasy series for adults and teens!

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