Locklands

Much appreciation to Netgalley and Random House/Ballantine for giving me a chance to read this early.

Locklands takes an unconventional risk, taking place eight years after the events of Shorefall. It's a trait that really pays off right away, for having not read the second book in The Founder Trilogy for a couple years, I was certain to be lost and unable to gain footing from the start. The pay off is dependent of the elements of the magic system and plot. We have a new perspective of this desolate universe that leads the reader in a new direction that feels invigorating.

The introduction of Locklands has one of the best openings I've seen in the genre and really brings the story into bloom. I felt book 2 was slower pace than 1, so the bridge between book 2 - 3 really kicked the conclusion in full gear. Characters are being fulfilled and the volume is past 11, a perfect recipe for a promising series of cruel events.

Overall, this series kicked ass and always one I will recommend.