The Inadequate Heir
Ratings18
Average rating4
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Ratings18
Average rating4
Return to the world of The Bridge Kingdom in this sensuous fantasy full of romance and intrigue that is perfect for fans of From Blood and Ash and A Court of Silver Flames. A soldier raised as heir to an empire, Zarrah is motivated by two truths. The first is that the Veliant family murdered her mother. And the second is that her pursuit of vengeance will put every last one of them in their graves. The Endless War between Maridrina and Valcotta has raged for generations, leaving thousands of Zarrah’s people dead and countless more orphaned. So when she’s given command of the contested city of Nerastis, Zarrah is prepared to do whatever it takes to destroy the Maridrinian forces who oppose her. And to kill the Veliant prince who leads them. Yet a chance encounter with an anonymous, and handsome, Maridrinian causes Zarrah to question whether the violence she’s perpetrated is justice or a crime. And as she continues to meet the nameless man each night, she finds common ground—and fiery passion–in his arms. But when identities are revealed, Zarrah must decide whether to embrace a chance at peace… or march to the drums of war.
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4 primary booksThe Bridge Kingdom is a 4-book series with 4 primary works first released in 2018 with contributions by Danielle L. Jensen and Valérie Janssen.
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This is the third book of The Bridge Kingdom. And it was so good. This follows two different characters. It follows Zarrah and Keris. It was a little bit more 🌶️ than the other two. Not so much but it had it and I loved it. Yes by the end of the book some of the chapters was okay. But the ending got me giving this a 5⭐️. And I need book 4 like now.
The book follows the story of Keris and Zarrah (heirs of Maridrina and Valcotta, respectively) and overlaps most of the events of the Traitor Queen. Because of this, I've found some parts a bit slow and repetitive as we are seeing the same dialogues happening, interspaced with new ones. This issue might be more evident to me as I just fineshed readind the previous books.
Despite this, I liked Keris and Zarrah a lot, much more than Aren and Lara, and I am excited for the next instalment in the series.
I've started reading it because I was in love with Aren and Lara and wanted to know more about them even though I knew this book was about Keris and Zarrah. However, for my surprise I ended up loving Keris and Zarrah even more as the characters are much better developed than the previous couple. I just couldn't stop reading and wonder what was going to happen to them.
Nothing short of a literary masterpiece, brilliantly weaving a tapestry of intricate storytelling and rich character development. However, I understand why it might not resonate with everyone. The novel revisits events from the first two books, presenting them through different perspectives. This narrative technique, while insightful, can make the pace feel slow for those who aren't fans of seeing the same events unfold from alternate viewpoints.
What truly sets this book apart is the electric dynamic between the main characters. The banter is exceptionally written, striking a perfect balance between wit and depth. Their interactions are not just entertaining but add layers to their personalities, making them more relatable and engaging.
The romantic development in The Inadequate Heir is a masterclass in the ‘enemies to lovers' trope, executed with a medium burn that's both tantalizing and satisfying. The tension and ‘spice' between the characters build at a pace that's neither too fast nor too slow, keeping the reader hooked and invested in their relationship.
The ending, a cliffhanger, leaves you yearning for more, a testament to Jensen's skill in storytelling and character crafting. In summary, while ‘The Inadequate Heir' might have a narrative approach that's not universally appealing, its rich character dynamics and skillful execution of romantic tropes make it a standout novel in its genre.
