Sam
Reading 'Ruin,' the third book in John Gwynne's Faithful and the Fallen series, was a mixed experience. Despite being three-quarters through the series, it feels like I'm only a quarter into the epic tale. Lykos is utterly detestable, easily becoming one of my most hated fictional characters of all time. Veradis, though endearing, remained frustratingly oblivious to what is happening around him. I felt more disconnected from Corban, focusing more on those around him. The balance of power is still uneven, with Corban and his allies just finding their footing. The epic ending, with its shocking twists, was fantastic but should have come sooner. Gwynne's writing, whilst fantastic, is brutal—sometimes too brutal for my tastes—as every glimmer of hope is quickly crushed. Though 'Ruin' is my least favourite book so far, it contained some of my favourite moments in the series. Overall, 3.5 stars.
Reading 'Ruin,' the third book in John Gwynne's Faithful and the Fallen series, was a mixed experience. Despite being three-quarters through the series, it feels like I'm only a quarter into the epic tale. Lykos is utterly detestable, easily becoming one of my most hated fictional characters of all time. Veradis, though endearing, remained frustratingly oblivious to what is happening around him. I felt more disconnected from Corban, focusing more on those around him. The balance of power is still uneven, with Corban and his allies just finding their footing. The epic ending, with its shocking twists, was fantastic but should have come sooner. Gwynne's writing, whilst fantastic, is brutal—sometimes too brutal for my tastes—as every glimmer of hope is quickly crushed. Though 'Ruin' is my least favourite book so far, it contained some of my favourite moments in the series. Overall, 3.5 stars.