A Vow So Bold and Deadly

This book picks up shortly after the last book left off. Spoilers for previous books ahead. Grey and Lia Mara are working on getting the people to side with them and have faith in their version of ruling. Rhen and Harper are not only trying to fix their relationship, but also trying to prepare for a war that Grey has promised is coming to Emberfall. The plot follows how they reconcile their relationships with each other versus the countries' relationships that they rule.

I think this was a successful ending to a series. This wasn't my favorite series ever, but it was definitely entertaining. While I really disliked the second book, this third book made me realize why it was necessary. I don't take back my rating of that book, because I really didn't enjoy it, but I have a broader understanding of it now. I really love the character exploration in this book. The plot was secondary for me. I thought that the characters were all flawed, complex individuals with differing personalities. Kemmerer did a great job fulling delving into these characters and presenting the reader with hard scenarios and tough decisions.

The ending of the book felt fulfilling. It was kind of predictable, but I honestly didn't mind. The resolution all of the characters got felt good to me, and I left the series happy. I recommend this book to anyone wanting something entertaining, but not too deep. It's fun, suspenseful, and cute at times.

TW: abuse, animal death, blood, chronic illness, death, gore, murder, mutilation, PTSD, stabbing, suicide (mentioned), torture, violence, war themes