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Queen of Shadows

Written by: Sarah J. Maas
Narrated by: Elizabeth Evans
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Goodreads Choice Award Winner, Best Young Adult Fantasy, 2015

Everyone Celaena Sardothien loves has been taken from her. But she's at last returned to the empire - for vengeance, to rescue her once-glorious kingdom, and to confront the shadows of her past.... She has embraced her identity as Aelin Galathynius, Queen of Terrasen. But before she can reclaim her throne, she must fight. She will fight for her cousin, a warrior prepared to die just to see her again. She will fight for her friend, a young man trapped in an unspeakable prison. And she will fight for her people, enslaved to a brutal king and awaiting their lost queen's triumphant return.

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I first read the physical copy of this book then decided to give the audiobook a try when I was doing a reread, and I must say, this was probably my favourite way to reread a book ever! I love how the narrator changes her voice for each character and how she speaks with a sort of intensity that keeps you constantly engaged. I was completely lost in the world and could almost see everything playing like a movie. I adore Sarah J. Maas' writing and I love how the narrator was able to bring it to life. #Audible1

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This is probably the best book in the throne of glass series! The protagonist proves to be someone worthy, capable and powerful, a great strategist and someone who would sacrifice herself for her people, every inch the person she was born to be and more. A lot of side characters get their share of fame, my love for Manon Blackbeak's storyline grows higher and higher, the book is well writen, there are no dull parts on this book, it has the perfect balance of action, romance, world building, plot development and an incredible cliffhanger ending, this is a masterpiece

A masterpiece

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I think the side arcs are the strongest in this, book 4. they are an essential element to pull the story along as well and give a needed brake from the main arc.

The main story arc is still entertaining but not what's holding me to the story anymore. The main character dosnt feel as believable as I wish she was. The conflicting ruthlessness and kindness grate on her character. For me it dosn't feel consistent.

I really want to know what happens in some of the side stories though.

note: for any one interested to know it's not untill the end of this one that more sexual content starts and it's still just kissing and looking.

Strong Side Arcs

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This has definitely been my favorite book so far. All of the feels. Hoping the rest will be just as good.

Loved

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This was such a powerful installment in the series. What I loved most was the strength of the female characters — Aelin fully stepping into her power, Manon’s quiet but profound evolution, and the resilience woven through every woman in this story.

But even more than the action and twists, the friendships stood out to me. The loyalty, trust, and chosen family dynamic made the emotional moments hit even harder.

It’s fierce, empowering, and deeply rooted in women standing beside each other — and I absolutely loved that.

Found family at it’s finest

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