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Ascension #4
The Society
The fourth book in the fantasy Ascension series that NYT bestselling author Susan Dennard called "perfect for fans of Sarah J Maas."
War is on the horizon.
All while a new power grows strong, threatening the very balance of good and evil.
Desperate to save her homeland, Cyrene goes in search of the dragons that may be the key to ending this battle—and heal her dying friend.
Can Cyrene master her magic to save the world?
War is on the horizon.
All while a new power grows strong, threatening the very balance of good and evil.
Desperate to save her homeland, Cyrene goes in search of the dragons that may be the key to ending this battle—and heal her dying friend.
Can Cyrene master her magic to save the world?
First published October 23, 2018
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K.A. Linde
90 books9,665 followersK.A. Linde is the USA Today bestselling author of the Avoiding Series, Wrights, and more than thirty other novels. She has a Masters degree in political science from the University of Georgia, was the head campaign worker for the 2012 presidential campaign at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and served as the head coach of the Duke University dance team. She loves reading fantasy novels, traveling to far-off destinations, and dancing in her spare time.
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January 4, 2019
A fantastic installment to this spellbinding series. It was action packed, imaginative, and completely unpredictable! K. A. Linde brought her A game with this one! I was completely enraptured. Cyrene has me fully under her spell and I don’t mind one single bit!
Oh and Dean. The way his story arc plays out in this books is Pure PERFECTION! I’m in love again. Honestly, all the characters caught me off guard this go round. Again....unexpected. I was literally on the edge of my seat the entire time. And did I mention the mother truckin dragons? Dragons, Baby!!! It’s on!!
What the hell am I going to do with my life until the next book comes out? Probably cry!! Gah! I need it NOW!! What an unexpectedly awesome addition to the series. I did not see this coming, but oh my god, I’m even more hooked on this spellbinding series. If you love fantasy and angst, you might want to jump on this RIGHT NOW!
4.5 magical stars!
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October 26, 2018
The Society is the 4rth book in the Ascension series and the second best for me. At 3.5 stars, that doesn't mean a lot, but I was able to finish the book which was an improvement since I stopped reading The Consort because I couldn't get into it. I had a huge problem with this book too. Cyrene and men. I swear every person she meets is a gorgeous man and she had a romantic entanglement with him. That was a reminder of the reason why I stopped reading YA books. Too many love interests and love triangles for me. We are on the 4rth book of the series and she doesn't have one person with whom she wants to be with which means that we will have a rushed romance in the 5th book. Everyone knows that a YA series cannot end unless the heroine saves the world and ends up with a dude. I guess that in a year from now we will know for sure.
At least Cyrene's quest for the dragons was good and what kept me going. It was like the Harry Potter and the Goblet of fire but in a not so awesome version. Most of the book is about that quest and it wasn't bad even if the plot didn't move forward much. In the last chapters of the book, we have a lot of things going on and they set up the story for the 5th and final book in the series.
Even though I have read the previous books in the series, I couldn't remember much because we get only one book per year and I felt a little lost, so I wouldn't recommend to not read the book as stand-alone and binge read them all together. I also couldn't help but feel disconnected from the heroine. A couple of the secondary characters captured my interest, but not her. If you have read the other books in the series you should give The Society a chance. If you have not you can read the first book in the series and see for yourself if you like the series or not.
Despite all this, I have to say that for a book that's 600 pages long, I had no problem reading it (I don't like long books these days) and I didn't realize that pages flew by when I was reading it. The pace was good and that made the book an easy one to read.
At least Cyrene's quest for the dragons was good and what kept me going. It was like the Harry Potter and the Goblet of fire but in a not so awesome version. Most of the book is about that quest and it wasn't bad even if the plot didn't move forward much. In the last chapters of the book, we have a lot of things going on and they set up the story for the 5th and final book in the series.
Even though I have read the previous books in the series, I couldn't remember much because we get only one book per year and I felt a little lost, so I wouldn't recommend to not read the book as stand-alone and binge read them all together. I also couldn't help but feel disconnected from the heroine. A couple of the secondary characters captured my interest, but not her. If you have read the other books in the series you should give The Society a chance. If you have not you can read the first book in the series and see for yourself if you like the series or not.
Despite all this, I have to say that for a book that's 600 pages long, I had no problem reading it (I don't like long books these days) and I didn't realize that pages flew by when I was reading it. The pace was good and that made the book an easy one to read.
January 23, 2022
Incredible, one of my favorite fantasy books in a long time. This series gets better and better with each book. I can’t wait to see how it ends although I’m absolutely terrified by what I’m going to be put through
October 23, 2018
I love this series!!! And this book did not disappoint!! I love all the twist and turns of the story. Also, I love the in depth character development. It's been such a great ride to really get to live with these people and learn all about them and their amazing land. Can't wait for the last book in this crazy awesome adventure!!!
Reviewed by: Amanda A.
Reviewed by: Amanda A.
September 25, 2022
Rating: 4.25/5
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June 2, 2019
I’ve taken a break from reading over the last several months, so I’m behind on reading new releases from some of my favorite authors. Well...I’m finally here to share that author K.A. Linde has exceeded my wildest expectations with the fourth novel of her Ascension series!
The Society was everything I had hoped for but didn’t know I needed from a novel about DRAGONS! By far the best novel to this point in the series, The Society is packed full of adventure in a new land named Alandria. Linde’s world building is vivid and intriguing, where she introduces lots of new interesting characters. I’m BEYOND excited about her announcement of her new fantasy series that is coming in 2020!!
I am one of the very few readers who love and have held out hope for the series “bad boy,” Kael Dremylon. I haven’t completely given up hope yet....
I want to offer my congratulations to author K.A. Linde on another beautifully-written and adventurous novel. Linde is the queen of plot twists, and once again, she’s left me hanging from a cliff, as I wonder how our heroine, Cyrene Strohm of the Doma, will save the day! 5-star review. 2019 favorite!
The Society was everything I had hoped for but didn’t know I needed from a novel about DRAGONS! By far the best novel to this point in the series, The Society is packed full of adventure in a new land named Alandria. Linde’s world building is vivid and intriguing, where she introduces lots of new interesting characters. I’m BEYOND excited about her announcement of her new fantasy series that is coming in 2020!!
I am one of the very few readers who love and have held out hope for the series “bad boy,” Kael Dremylon. I haven’t completely given up hope yet....
I want to offer my congratulations to author K.A. Linde on another beautifully-written and adventurous novel. Linde is the queen of plot twists, and once again, she’s left me hanging from a cliff, as I wonder how our heroine, Cyrene Strohm of the Doma, will save the day! 5-star review. 2019 favorite!
November 7, 2018
This series keeps getting better and better. I love how Cyrene has grown on this journey. How she feels she needs to earn her successes. How she fights the seduction of the blood magic. But the one that gets me the most in this book is Dean. When we meet him it tears at your heart and his journey back is just so amazing and wonderful. Him and Cyrene at the end of this better end up together. And poor Ahlvie I hope this storyline turns out well as well for that ending with him was just wow…not what I expected and I think Sonali was in on what happened. Can’t prove it though.
The story picks up where book 3 ends and does get more dangerous and darker. We see the characters go through more challenges and gain more depth. There are so many secrets happening and revealed it has your head spin. And watching Cyrene go through the trials and keep her faith and what is right or wrong thoughout the process was wonderful to see.
The world building continues and her descriptions really draw you in. You feel like you are right there with them.
Cyrene’s growth and determination is alluring but it is her sense of right and wrong and wanting to do what is right that keeps you trusting her. When she meets Fallon and helps him no matter what during the trials it endears you more to her but it also helps Dean in so many ways. We see their attraction shine through and in some ways save both of them.
Ahlvie and all he does for love warms the heart but also is heartbreaking at the end. Dean just wow totally Team Dean. He starts off with you snarling at him but in the end you just want to hug him. Mikel was amazeballs. Matilde so not expecting that and Vera was not as expected. Neither was Reeve and Elea. So many lives being risked and you could feel the darkness just taking over throughout the book. It was a living breathing entity that invaded when you least expect it. Kael was really dark and you could see the madness and greed for power within him shine through.
The story was just amazing. I couldn’t put it down. The characters draw you in, the action keeps you there and the ending has you wanting to know more and see how this concludes. KA linde has really grown this series and characters so much that you now feel a part of them and with all the twists and reveals you need to know how this will end. Great next book in the series that leaves you wanting more.
The story picks up where book 3 ends and does get more dangerous and darker. We see the characters go through more challenges and gain more depth. There are so many secrets happening and revealed it has your head spin. And watching Cyrene go through the trials and keep her faith and what is right or wrong thoughout the process was wonderful to see.
The world building continues and her descriptions really draw you in. You feel like you are right there with them.
Cyrene’s growth and determination is alluring but it is her sense of right and wrong and wanting to do what is right that keeps you trusting her. When she meets Fallon and helps him no matter what during the trials it endears you more to her but it also helps Dean in so many ways. We see their attraction shine through and in some ways save both of them.
Ahlvie and all he does for love warms the heart but also is heartbreaking at the end. Dean just wow totally Team Dean. He starts off with you snarling at him but in the end you just want to hug him. Mikel was amazeballs. Matilde so not expecting that and Vera was not as expected. Neither was Reeve and Elea. So many lives being risked and you could feel the darkness just taking over throughout the book. It was a living breathing entity that invaded when you least expect it. Kael was really dark and you could see the madness and greed for power within him shine through.
The story was just amazing. I couldn’t put it down. The characters draw you in, the action keeps you there and the ending has you wanting to know more and see how this concludes. KA linde has really grown this series and characters so much that you now feel a part of them and with all the twists and reveals you need to know how this will end. Great next book in the series that leaves you wanting more.
October 27, 2018
This review was originally posted on Cocktails and Books
Cocktails and Books received this book for free from Inkslinger PR in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect our opinion of the book or the content of our review.I've enjoyed the Ascension series, but I had a hard time reconnecting with the characters in this entry into the series. Cyrene was the hardest, especially because of her interest in random boys that show up in the books. She loved Edric, kinda had a thing for Kael, was engaged to Dean, kinda still had a thing for Kael and then this book introduces another boy that Cyrene develops a relationship with before Dean comes back into the picture. Her flip-flopping made it so I no longer vested in what was happening in the story. I get it, this is YA. But if this heroine is strong enough to lead an army against the Destroyer, then figure out whether you need the man you supposedly love at your side or if you're going to make eyes at every pretty boy that feigns interest in you.
Dragons should have been enough to let me skip over Cyrene's romantic entanglements, but even Sarielle couldn't save this story for me.
Cocktails and Books received this book for free from Inkslinger PR in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect our opinion of the book or the content of our review.I've enjoyed the Ascension series, but I had a hard time reconnecting with the characters in this entry into the series. Cyrene was the hardest, especially because of her interest in random boys that show up in the books. She loved Edric, kinda had a thing for Kael, was engaged to Dean, kinda still had a thing for Kael and then this book introduces another boy that Cyrene develops a relationship with before Dean comes back into the picture. Her flip-flopping made it so I no longer vested in what was happening in the story. I get it, this is YA. But if this heroine is strong enough to lead an army against the Destroyer, then figure out whether you need the man you supposedly love at your side or if you're going to make eyes at every pretty boy that feigns interest in you.
Dragons should have been enough to let me skip over Cyrene's romantic entanglements, but even Sarielle couldn't save this story for me.
October 25, 2018
Let me begin by saying WOW! Kyla Linde knows what she's doing. Her writing is impeccable. This series is one of the most magical and awe inspiring I have ever read. Each one keeps getting better and better. I cannot wait for the next one.
The Society begins where The Consort ended. You are instantly thrown back into Cyrene and her friends adventures. Each one is more exciting than the last. You'll meet some new amazing characters that will make an impact on you and the story, Kivrin being one of them. I was instantly in love with this character. He left a huge imprint on me and I was begging for more. In this enchanted masterpiece, Cyrene must journey across the seas to a magical land so she can find herself a dragon. Yes, I said dragon and let me tell you, these beautiful creatures are worth reading about. Every page is mesmerizing and you'll be lost through every part. There are so many twists and by the last page, you're going to be in SHOCK! I still am and I'm not sure how to process the ending and all the other secrets that are brought to light. It was raw, it ripped at my heart and left me completely shell shocked. So prepare yourself for quite a thrill.
I give The Society by K.A. Linde 5 out of 5 BRILLIANT STARS!
The Society begins where The Consort ended. You are instantly thrown back into Cyrene and her friends adventures. Each one is more exciting than the last. You'll meet some new amazing characters that will make an impact on you and the story, Kivrin being one of them. I was instantly in love with this character. He left a huge imprint on me and I was begging for more. In this enchanted masterpiece, Cyrene must journey across the seas to a magical land so she can find herself a dragon. Yes, I said dragon and let me tell you, these beautiful creatures are worth reading about. Every page is mesmerizing and you'll be lost through every part. There are so many twists and by the last page, you're going to be in SHOCK! I still am and I'm not sure how to process the ending and all the other secrets that are brought to light. It was raw, it ripped at my heart and left me completely shell shocked. So prepare yourself for quite a thrill.
I give The Society by K.A. Linde 5 out of 5 BRILLIANT STARS!
October 26, 2018
When I heard here were going to be dragons in this story, I'll admit, I wasn't too keen to read this instalment. But it's a K.A. Linde book and she's never disappointed me before. Thank the Creator, she didn't this time either. The dragons worked!!! Fantasy is one of those genres I'll read but it's not my go to but I loved this series. I thoroughly enjoyed the characters and the story line.
At times, the plot line or some story elements seemed reminiscent of another popular series by a well known author. However, Linde added her own style and flare to it to make the story unique and her own.
As always, Linde has a way of drawing you in to the story with formidable characters who are ambitious and sure. The imagery she provides in the places and lands of this story (Draco Mountain, Kinkadia, Alandria, etc.) are poetic. And i would love to adorn myself in the gowns the females wore.
There were a lot of characters so you can't read this story when you're sleepy lol.
If you're looking for something different yet intriguing and enchanting then this is the series for you.
D 4/5
At times, the plot line or some story elements seemed reminiscent of another popular series by a well known author. However, Linde added her own style and flare to it to make the story unique and her own.
As always, Linde has a way of drawing you in to the story with formidable characters who are ambitious and sure. The imagery she provides in the places and lands of this story (Draco Mountain, Kinkadia, Alandria, etc.) are poetic. And i would love to adorn myself in the gowns the females wore.
There were a lot of characters so you can't read this story when you're sleepy lol.
If you're looking for something different yet intriguing and enchanting then this is the series for you.
D 4/5
October 25, 2018
Wow. There are so many twists and obstacles that Cyrene faces that I really didn’t know where she’d turn half of the time. And Kael…he’s really going full steam ahead and I worried what Cyrene might return home to face. And where is Dean? Some of these questions are answered but I was shocked at what was revealed at the end of this book. Where do we go from here? I’m not sure but I know I just cannot wait to find out!
I love this series so much. There are so many turns and mysteries unraveling that I can’t put it down. I don’t know how I will survive waiting for the next book since I just devoured the fourth! Great fantasy series.
I love this series so much. There are so many turns and mysteries unraveling that I can’t put it down. I don’t know how I will survive waiting for the next book since I just devoured the fourth! Great fantasy series.
October 25, 2018
You guys. A little over a year I waited for this book (and happily because I know books take time), and every second was worth it. SO GOOD. I'm a huge fan of fantasy, and this book just delivered on everything I was hoping for.
The Society thrusts you right back into the thick of things and picks up where The Consort left off. It was really great to hang out with Cyrene and company again as they search for dragons (yeah, you read that right) in the hopes that they can save her world and Avoca's life. The banter, adventure, and complex plot from the first three installments in the series carries through, and I'm STILL torn over who I want Cyrene to end up with romantically. I'm afraid to commit lol.
In addition to the character development and interesting plot, what I really appreciate about this book is that although it's lengthy, it does not drag. The story moves quickly, and all the action and intrigue and twists (oh, the twists!) the author is known for definitely made this a book I was eager to devour. Also, not surprised since this is K.A. Linde we're talking about lol, but there's a cliffy that blows your mind.
My only regret is I didn't have a chance to read the first three books again before diving into this one so that all the details were fresh. I ended up popping back over to The Consort to do a very quick perusal/refresh, but I wish I had fully immersed myself into this world before reading The Society so I could appreciate it more. That being said, I can easily say this was my favorite book of the series so far, and I fully intend on doing another read of all the books when I have more time.
If you haven't picked up this series yet, please give it a chance. It's refreshing and epic in its awesomeness, and I eagerly await the next one.
The Society thrusts you right back into the thick of things and picks up where The Consort left off. It was really great to hang out with Cyrene and company again as they search for dragons (yeah, you read that right) in the hopes that they can save her world and Avoca's life. The banter, adventure, and complex plot from the first three installments in the series carries through, and I'm STILL torn over who I want Cyrene to end up with romantically. I'm afraid to commit lol.
In addition to the character development and interesting plot, what I really appreciate about this book is that although it's lengthy, it does not drag. The story moves quickly, and all the action and intrigue and twists (oh, the twists!) the author is known for definitely made this a book I was eager to devour. Also, not surprised since this is K.A. Linde we're talking about lol, but there's a cliffy that blows your mind.
My only regret is I didn't have a chance to read the first three books again before diving into this one so that all the details were fresh. I ended up popping back over to The Consort to do a very quick perusal/refresh, but I wish I had fully immersed myself into this world before reading The Society so I could appreciate it more. That being said, I can easily say this was my favorite book of the series so far, and I fully intend on doing another read of all the books when I have more time.
If you haven't picked up this series yet, please give it a chance. It's refreshing and epic in its awesomeness, and I eagerly await the next one.
October 22, 2018
This book is big - like, HUGE big - in every sense.
First, there is its page count, which is around 600 pages. That's right. SIX HUNDRED PAGES. But here's the thing, dear readers: this doesn't feel like a 600-page book. K A Linde has a fast, turbulent pace. Just when you think you can take a breath, she yanks you forward into the next piece of action. Even her downtimes are full of ... stuff. Stuff that keeps this book moving forward and forward until you get to that CLIFFHANGER that KILLS ME.
Which brings me to the second sense: K A Linde packs just about everything you hope to read, dread reading, and didn't even think about reading when it comes to Cyrene and her merry band of dragons.
In case you aren't familiar with this series, The Society is the fourth of five books, and you really do need to read the previous three in order to appreciate (much less understand) this one. So if you have not read the first three books in the series, stop reading this review just in case I give away something.
Okay, so Cyrene is determined to find those dragons and heal her BFF, but of course none of this comes easily. Fortunately, Dean is around, and where there is Dean, there is swoon-worthy romantical ... stuff.
This book exhausted me by the end. I was physically spent from all of the action, yet I also felt emotionally charged, if that makes sense. K A Linde puts you in this world she made up and invests you so fully that when you finish the book, you look around at your reality and wonder where it came from. You're supposed to be with Cyrene and Dean!
That cliffhanger. How is K A Linde going to get her characters through what befalls them? Knowing her, it will be one breathtaking ride.
First, there is its page count, which is around 600 pages. That's right. SIX HUNDRED PAGES. But here's the thing, dear readers: this doesn't feel like a 600-page book. K A Linde has a fast, turbulent pace. Just when you think you can take a breath, she yanks you forward into the next piece of action. Even her downtimes are full of ... stuff. Stuff that keeps this book moving forward and forward until you get to that CLIFFHANGER that KILLS ME.
Which brings me to the second sense: K A Linde packs just about everything you hope to read, dread reading, and didn't even think about reading when it comes to Cyrene and her merry band of dragons.
In case you aren't familiar with this series, The Society is the fourth of five books, and you really do need to read the previous three in order to appreciate (much less understand) this one. So if you have not read the first three books in the series, stop reading this review just in case I give away something.
Okay, so Cyrene is determined to find those dragons and heal her BFF, but of course none of this comes easily. Fortunately, Dean is around, and where there is Dean, there is swoon-worthy romantical ... stuff.
This book exhausted me by the end. I was physically spent from all of the action, yet I also felt emotionally charged, if that makes sense. K A Linde puts you in this world she made up and invests you so fully that when you finish the book, you look around at your reality and wonder where it came from. You're supposed to be with Cyrene and Dean!
That cliffhanger. How is K A Linde going to get her characters through what befalls them? Knowing her, it will be one breathtaking ride.
October 25, 2018
Storyline: 5
Angst: 3
Tissue: 0
Value: 5
Panty Scorching: 0
Over All Rating: 4.5 Stars
Kindle eArc provided by Author
Reviewed by Robin
An evil has awaken and prepares to unleash while Cyrene has embarked on a quest to find the dragons. The dangerous trip will not stop Cyrene and her friends as she risks her own life for the greater good. While Kael’s power grows and leaves a mark on her homeland. Will Cyrene and her friends be able to return in time to save her people?
Wow. There are so many twists and obstacles that Cyrene faces that I really didn’t know where she’d turn half of the time. And Kael…he’s really going full steam ahead and I worried what Cyrene might return home to face. And where is Dean? Some of these questions are answered but I was shocked at what was revealed at the end of this book. Where do we go from here? I’m not sure but I know I just cannot wait to find out!
I love this series so much. There are so many turns and mysteries unraveling that I can’t put it down. I don’t know how I will survive waiting for the next book since I just devoured the fourth! Great fantasy series.
Angst: 3
Tissue: 0
Value: 5
Panty Scorching: 0
Over All Rating: 4.5 Stars
Kindle eArc provided by Author
Reviewed by Robin
An evil has awaken and prepares to unleash while Cyrene has embarked on a quest to find the dragons. The dangerous trip will not stop Cyrene and her friends as she risks her own life for the greater good. While Kael’s power grows and leaves a mark on her homeland. Will Cyrene and her friends be able to return in time to save her people?
Wow. There are so many twists and obstacles that Cyrene faces that I really didn’t know where she’d turn half of the time. And Kael…he’s really going full steam ahead and I worried what Cyrene might return home to face. And where is Dean? Some of these questions are answered but I was shocked at what was revealed at the end of this book. Where do we go from here? I’m not sure but I know I just cannot wait to find out!
I love this series so much. There are so many turns and mysteries unraveling that I can’t put it down. I don’t know how I will survive waiting for the next book since I just devoured the fourth! Great fantasy series.
October 18, 2018
Oh My God!!!! I’m in a state of shock right now, Cyrene and her band of friends are trying to find dragons to help them fight against the looming darkness. This book was really good and I love the fantasy world K.A. Linde has created. I love Ahlvie, Avoca, Orden, Rhea, Vera and Matilda and Dean. This is a wild ride and I’m looking forward to the next book.
October 22, 2018
I love this series!!! And this book did not disappoint!! I love all the twist and turns of the story. Also, I love the in depth character development. It's been such a great ride to really get to live with these people and learn all about them and their amazing land. Can't wait for the last book in this crazy awesome adventure!!!
October 13, 2018
***ARC received in exchange of an honest opinion***
August 8, 2020
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I think it might be my favourite one in the series. I admit that it started off rather slowly and I had a hard time connecting with the characters. I found Cyrene to be especially irritating in the first 300 pages of the book. She is expressly described as not being like other girls-or other anybody for that matter-by literally everyone that she meets. She does something and everyone just stares at her in shock and says,"How did you do that?" or "That's never been done before. I've never met anyone like you."
Another aspect that I didn't really care for is that we hardly get any of the characters narrating throughout the 623 pages of this book. Do you know how incredibly irritating it is to be stuck with Cyrene and her pompous self throughout an overwhelming majority of the book? I didn't get to spend enough time with the other characters to fully understand and appreciate their character development but it was apparent all the same. It was quite satisfying, if I may add.
However, in the second half of the book, there is a lot of character growth, amazing world building and a few, just a few, non cliche outcomes.
The ending was slightly predictable, but I enjoyed it any as it was a fun read. Something happened that I had not seen coming at all and I was I was thrown for a loop. I am really looking forward to the next book. I think I already know how it ends, but I hope that K.A. Linde has some good surprises up her sleeve.
Another aspect that I didn't really care for is that we hardly get any of the characters narrating throughout the 623 pages of this book. Do you know how incredibly irritating it is to be stuck with Cyrene and her pompous self throughout an overwhelming majority of the book? I didn't get to spend enough time with the other characters to fully understand and appreciate their character development but it was apparent all the same. It was quite satisfying, if I may add.
However, in the second half of the book, there is a lot of character growth, amazing world building and a few, just a few, non cliche outcomes.
The ending was slightly predictable, but I enjoyed it any as it was a fun read. Something happened that I had not seen coming at all and I was I was thrown for a loop. I am really looking forward to the next book. I think I already know how it ends, but I hope that K.A. Linde has some good surprises up her sleeve.
October 9, 2019
This book is everything! Everything. Book 4. Oh how I've longed for book 4. Perhaps one of the best things about this series is getting to revisit the characters I've been separated from for so long. A year between books allows me to go back to the beginning over and over again each year to refresh on the characters I love. But this one was worth the wait. We get questions answered, leave with even more questions, and of course, DRAGONS! I love every book K.A Linde writes, but my goodness something about this book just had me even more immersed in it than all the others. Perhaps seeing dragons in the last season of GOT made this book even more fascinating. 💗 We get more magic, more journeys into the unknown, and get to finally see dragons. While following my favorite characters through this journey I have been all over the place on who to trust, who is an enemy and who Cyrene can truly trust. Kyla knows just how to mix enough angst into each book that you never know what to expect out of it and she surprises me around ever corner. I cant wait to find out what happens in the last book and see how our friends all survive.
January 9, 2019
Wow, what a book! I am normally not a fan of fantasy but Ms. Linde pulled me in with book one of the Ascension series. The story and the covers just keep getting better with each book. The Society was full of so many things I didn’t see coming. I am on a book high after finishing this book.
I love this group of characters and the bond they have. Cyrene is such a badass and there are dragons!! Who doesn’t like dragons? The gang is all back together to save her world. I have really missed these characters. Buckle up and get ready for an adventure you don’t want to miss.
This book is huge; I am talking 600 pages of pure genius. You will fly through this book and want more after it ends. I can’t wait for the last book in this series to see how things turn out. If you have never read this genre before this is the perfect series to start.
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I love this group of characters and the bond they have. Cyrene is such a badass and there are dragons!! Who doesn’t like dragons? The gang is all back together to save her world. I have really missed these characters. Buckle up and get ready for an adventure you don’t want to miss.
This book is huge; I am talking 600 pages of pure genius. You will fly through this book and want more after it ends. I can’t wait for the last book in this series to see how things turn out. If you have never read this genre before this is the perfect series to start.
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November 18, 2020
4.5 stars
Wow.....let it not be said that KA Linde does not know how to drop a cliffhanger at the end of a book. Why oh why do I keep forgetting that when I am reading and then realize that I have just read the last page?
So, Book 4 has us following Cyrene and her motley crew pretty much all over the world, and just for fun - let's go ahead and cross the seas and find a new land that has Dragons..... sure, why not?
Actually, it is starting to make sense who everyone in her group is and why they are all on this quest, or at least what they can contribute to trying to achieve their goals. Everyone it seems had a secret, or I guess it would be better to say that they may not have been completely honest with who or what exactly they were. There are many things revealed in this book. It is becoming very apparent that Cyrene has tremendous loyalty in her friends and they are all in when it comes to whatever plan she comes up with - no matter how crazy it sounds in the beginning. There is a disastrous event that almost broke my heart and we get to see how devoted Cyrene is to those that she considers hers.
We also get to meet many, many new characters and FINALLY I was able to figure out how exactly her (KA Linde's) new series House of Dragons (which I've already read the first book of) how it tied in to this series. I knew that this series predated the other new series, but I honestly had no idea if it was 100 years before or last year. I have to admit, it was driving me a little batty trying to figure out the timeline on this. Especially when they get to Elandia and Cyrene meets Kivrin. For an awful minute, I was afraid Cyrene might be Kerrigan's mother...Ack!! (this will not make sense to anyone who has not yet read the House of Dragons new book - which I also highly recommend, but I digress)
So, there is lots and lots going on. Some parts of this book do feel a little bit long. I think that this book has a bit of what might be considered filler in other books, but maybe not. I think I may have just noticed it a little more because every book in this series so far has been chalked full of action almost every minute. There is still an enormous amount of action, but there are also extended minutes of time that the group is not together and we lose a little bit of the cohesiveness that kept the pages flying by. But, that is more in the middle of the book. The last 25% picks up and things begin to escalate pretty quickly. There are many surprises, and many developments. Kael has pretty much gone off the deep end and the darkness is growing in Cyrene's home land. There are many events happening - in Byern, In Aurum, in Elandia...well, pretty much everywhere. We are setting up (at least, this is my assumption) that we are setting the stage for the big finale. Like I mentioned before, KA Linde sure does do build up extremely well.
So, as I mentioned before - gotta run....there is a very evil goddess, an evil new self proclaimed Emperor and some other surprises that really really need to be taken care of.
Wow.....let it not be said that KA Linde does not know how to drop a cliffhanger at the end of a book. Why oh why do I keep forgetting that when I am reading and then realize that I have just read the last page?
So, Book 4 has us following Cyrene and her motley crew pretty much all over the world, and just for fun - let's go ahead and cross the seas and find a new land that has Dragons..... sure, why not?
Actually, it is starting to make sense who everyone in her group is and why they are all on this quest, or at least what they can contribute to trying to achieve their goals. Everyone it seems had a secret, or I guess it would be better to say that they may not have been completely honest with who or what exactly they were. There are many things revealed in this book. It is becoming very apparent that Cyrene has tremendous loyalty in her friends and they are all in when it comes to whatever plan she comes up with - no matter how crazy it sounds in the beginning. There is a disastrous event that almost broke my heart and we get to see how devoted Cyrene is to those that she considers hers.
We also get to meet many, many new characters and FINALLY I was able to figure out how exactly her (KA Linde's) new series House of Dragons (which I've already read the first book of) how it tied in to this series. I knew that this series predated the other new series, but I honestly had no idea if it was 100 years before or last year. I have to admit, it was driving me a little batty trying to figure out the timeline on this. Especially when they get to Elandia and Cyrene meets Kivrin. For an awful minute, I was afraid Cyrene might be Kerrigan's mother...Ack!! (this will not make sense to anyone who has not yet read the House of Dragons new book - which I also highly recommend, but I digress)
So, there is lots and lots going on. Some parts of this book do feel a little bit long. I think that this book has a bit of what might be considered filler in other books, but maybe not. I think I may have just noticed it a little more because every book in this series so far has been chalked full of action almost every minute. There is still an enormous amount of action, but there are also extended minutes of time that the group is not together and we lose a little bit of the cohesiveness that kept the pages flying by. But, that is more in the middle of the book. The last 25% picks up and things begin to escalate pretty quickly. There are many surprises, and many developments. Kael has pretty much gone off the deep end and the darkness is growing in Cyrene's home land. There are many events happening - in Byern, In Aurum, in Elandia...well, pretty much everywhere. We are setting up (at least, this is my assumption) that we are setting the stage for the big finale. Like I mentioned before, KA Linde sure does do build up extremely well.
So, as I mentioned before - gotta run....there is a very evil goddess, an evil new self proclaimed Emperor and some other surprises that really really need to be taken care of.
October 21, 2018
This is the fourth book in an amazingly well written epic fantasy series by an author I’ve definitely come to consider one of my personal favorites and who has become an automatic one click for me!
Cyrene is on a mission to save her world and to save her friend from dying and everything hinges on her being able to find the dragons she’s searching for. I love every single page I’ve read in this series and usually by the time a series gets to the fourth book it either comes to the point where it grabs hold of me for the long haul, or I lose interest and just give up completely on it. This remarkably well written series has a death grip on me and I hope it never lets me go! The way this author uses imagery and twists a fantastic tale filled with magic and wonder that is magnificent enough to bring out the inner child in even the most skeptical adult is what truly separates her from the rest in my personal opinion and I can’t recommend this mind blowing series enough to everyone to read!
Speaking of reading, I’d like to take a second to point out that it is absolutely necessary to read the entire series in order, starting with book one titled The Affiliate, before reading this one. Otherwise you’re not going to have a clue what is going on here since to say that a lot happens in each of these stories is a gross understatement. Trust me, it is well worth it to take the time to start from the beginning and you won’t regret it.
I just noticed that the final book in this series isn’t going to come out until this time next year and it’s going to kill me to have to wait that long to find out how everything turns out! If it isn’t overwhelmingly obvious by now, then I’ll say it one more time. I highly recommend reading this entire series by an author that I’ve come to love and I cannot wait for the next and final story in this wonderfully wonderful series to release!
~ Kristen
Cyrene is on a mission to save her world and to save her friend from dying and everything hinges on her being able to find the dragons she’s searching for. I love every single page I’ve read in this series and usually by the time a series gets to the fourth book it either comes to the point where it grabs hold of me for the long haul, or I lose interest and just give up completely on it. This remarkably well written series has a death grip on me and I hope it never lets me go! The way this author uses imagery and twists a fantastic tale filled with magic and wonder that is magnificent enough to bring out the inner child in even the most skeptical adult is what truly separates her from the rest in my personal opinion and I can’t recommend this mind blowing series enough to everyone to read!
Speaking of reading, I’d like to take a second to point out that it is absolutely necessary to read the entire series in order, starting with book one titled The Affiliate, before reading this one. Otherwise you’re not going to have a clue what is going on here since to say that a lot happens in each of these stories is a gross understatement. Trust me, it is well worth it to take the time to start from the beginning and you won’t regret it.
I just noticed that the final book in this series isn’t going to come out until this time next year and it’s going to kill me to have to wait that long to find out how everything turns out! If it isn’t overwhelmingly obvious by now, then I’ll say it one more time. I highly recommend reading this entire series by an author that I’ve come to love and I cannot wait for the next and final story in this wonderfully wonderful series to release!
~ Kristen
October 24, 2018
Cyrene finds herself desperate to find help for her bound-sister, Avoca. While their travels send them in search of mystics and healers she must also learn to control the power within her. As she is desperate to find answers, Kael has fully taken control of Byern and yearns for even more power. The network of spies that lie beneath Byern are growing stronger and yearn for a leader to help them take their world from the dark force that is taking it over. Cyrene knows to win this war she must travel to find the lost dragons. Will Cyrene be able to do all that is needed and save her friends and the world before the growing power destroys all she holds dear?
OMG! I can’t even with this book. I didn’t think this world could get any better than it already was but this book blew my expectations out of the water. Cyrene’s journey is so enthralling. Her quest for the dragons, control of her magic and saving Avoca propels this book to a whole new level. You really sink further into this world and get to see all of the characters grow. Dean and Cyrene really start to grow back together too. After the previous book and his betrayal I wasn’t sure if they would be able to salvage anything that happened between them, but their relationship has redeveloped and made their characters more dynamic. Ahlvie and Avoca are another story that has truly come together finally. What I truly loved about this book is when the characters that contain the light are present you can almost feel the light radiating off of the page. In the same token, when the characters that contain the dark are present you feel them drag you into that feeling. It truly was a fantastic book that will definitely leave you going WTF? in some parts and begging for October 2019 to hurry up and get here. This book is part 4 in a series that is ongoing. You will need to read it in order.
OMG! I can’t even with this book. I didn’t think this world could get any better than it already was but this book blew my expectations out of the water. Cyrene’s journey is so enthralling. Her quest for the dragons, control of her magic and saving Avoca propels this book to a whole new level. You really sink further into this world and get to see all of the characters grow. Dean and Cyrene really start to grow back together too. After the previous book and his betrayal I wasn’t sure if they would be able to salvage anything that happened between them, but their relationship has redeveloped and made their characters more dynamic. Ahlvie and Avoca are another story that has truly come together finally. What I truly loved about this book is when the characters that contain the light are present you can almost feel the light radiating off of the page. In the same token, when the characters that contain the dark are present you feel them drag you into that feeling. It truly was a fantastic book that will definitely leave you going WTF? in some parts and begging for October 2019 to hurry up and get here. This book is part 4 in a series that is ongoing. You will need to read it in order.
October 22, 2018
This is a book is HUGE! I’m talking 600 pages HUGE!!! I love big books, but do you know what I love even more?? Big books that read fast. IMO there is
nothing worse than a big book that drags on forever.
OMG! The cover!!!! They keep getting better and better!!! I want to see The Domina cover now!
I have two words for you DRAGONS and DEAN!!!! That’s all you need, now go read this series!!!! I love Dean. Don’t get me wrong I’m a Kael fan to but he’s being a bit of a jerk lately and Dean is just oh so… Just look below…
“I know you,” he breathed into the space. “Even though I have no memory of you, I know you.”
“I’ll always find you,” he whispered against the shell of her ear.
“I love you,” Dean muttered against her lips.
See what I mean. My heart beat a little bit faster and my eyes fluttered closed. I fell in love with him all over again. Now to my next favorite part!!!!
DRAGONS!! I want one!!! Cyrene is even more bad-ass with a dragon. Her ragtag motley crew is a whole new level of bad-assery.
This is by far one of my favorite books in the series.
nothing worse than a big book that drags on forever.
OMG! The cover!!!! They keep getting better and better!!! I want to see The Domina cover now!
I have two words for you DRAGONS and DEAN!!!! That’s all you need, now go read this series!!!! I love Dean. Don’t get me wrong I’m a Kael fan to but he’s being a bit of a jerk lately and Dean is just oh so… Just look below…
“I know you,” he breathed into the space. “Even though I have no memory of you, I know you.”
“I’ll always find you,” he whispered against the shell of her ear.
“I love you,” Dean muttered against her lips.
See what I mean. My heart beat a little bit faster and my eyes fluttered closed. I fell in love with him all over again. Now to my next favorite part!!!!
DRAGONS!! I want one!!! Cyrene is even more bad-ass with a dragon. Her ragtag motley crew is a whole new level of bad-assery.
This is by far one of my favorite books in the series.
October 23, 2018
This is the 4th book in the Ascension series and takes off right where we left in "The Consort"..
Cyrene has got to cross the seas to save her friend Avoca from coma and bring Dragons back to Emporia..
When it seems impossible to travel across sea to Alandria, with the help of Orden, Cyrene and her friends travel to Alandria for their mission..
However, getting help to reach Alandria seems to be the easiest part of their mission.. Cyrene needs to compete in a tournament in order to win over a dragon. And Ahlvie has to strike a hard bargain with healers to cure Avoca..
While Cyrene and her friends are engaged in winning over dragons, its getting worst in Emporia with Kael Dremylon gaining strength with blood magic..
And when i thought the real challenge was Cyrene going to war against the all powerful Kael, the author just changed the course of the whole story with a twist..
Nothing prepared me for the twist in the last two chapters of the book.. When everything was going in a direction for 63 chapters, the author just decided to throw us in hell with the last two chapters.
However, the whole twist brought clarity to the prologues of the first three books!!
This book is a massive 600 plus pages and the author's writing kept me glued till the end.. I loved Kinkadia and the new characters introduced in this book..
I love K.A. Linde writing..And this series is by far my favorite by the author and I so wish she writes more fantasy books in a year...
I cant wait for the final book of the series!!!
Cyrene has got to cross the seas to save her friend Avoca from coma and bring Dragons back to Emporia..
When it seems impossible to travel across sea to Alandria, with the help of Orden, Cyrene and her friends travel to Alandria for their mission..
However, getting help to reach Alandria seems to be the easiest part of their mission.. Cyrene needs to compete in a tournament in order to win over a dragon. And Ahlvie has to strike a hard bargain with healers to cure Avoca..
While Cyrene and her friends are engaged in winning over dragons, its getting worst in Emporia with Kael Dremylon gaining strength with blood magic..
And when i thought the real challenge was Cyrene going to war against the all powerful Kael, the author just changed the course of the whole story with a twist..
Nothing prepared me for the twist in the last two chapters of the book.. When everything was going in a direction for 63 chapters, the author just decided to throw us in hell with the last two chapters.
However, the whole twist brought clarity to the prologues of the first three books!!
This book is a massive 600 plus pages and the author's writing kept me glued till the end.. I loved Kinkadia and the new characters introduced in this book..
I love K.A. Linde writing..And this series is by far my favorite by the author and I so wish she writes more fantasy books in a year...
I cant wait for the final book of the series!!!
October 25, 2018
Note: This review contains NO spoilers
I am still reeling with this fourth installment in the Ascension series! I continue to be riveted to the twists and turns that this series takes me after each turn of the page. What a fantastical and visually striking magical world! K.A. Linde continues to up the ante on the action and adventure for these characters, and then, we are introduced to new characters to add to the already gripping story. My mind is just spinning! As always, The Society starts where The Consort left off. That is why it is VERY important to read this series in order.
Along with the previous books, K.A. Linde has create yet another heart-pounding and breathtaking thrilling adventure that pulled me in completely. To "go along" with these characters on their journey was a whirlwind of emotions and "scenery." BUT... K.A. the cliffhangers is just killer! So, that means I would have to wait with bated breath for the next book! Ugh! Oh, the agony!!! 😩😣
Reviewer: Jasmine
Disclaimer: We received a free copy for an honest review. All is my own opinion
I am still reeling with this fourth installment in the Ascension series! I continue to be riveted to the twists and turns that this series takes me after each turn of the page. What a fantastical and visually striking magical world! K.A. Linde continues to up the ante on the action and adventure for these characters, and then, we are introduced to new characters to add to the already gripping story. My mind is just spinning! As always, The Society starts where The Consort left off. That is why it is VERY important to read this series in order.
Along with the previous books, K.A. Linde has create yet another heart-pounding and breathtaking thrilling adventure that pulled me in completely. To "go along" with these characters on their journey was a whirlwind of emotions and "scenery." BUT... K.A. the cliffhangers is just killer! So, that means I would have to wait with bated breath for the next book! Ugh! Oh, the agony!!! 😩😣
Reviewer: Jasmine
Disclaimer: We received a free copy for an honest review. All is my own opinion
November 2, 2018
Would be a 3.5 if the proofreading for correct pronoun usage had been better. Good grief! If a writer uses a subject and an object pronoun together in a compound situation (for him and I, gave to her and I, etc), you darn sure know one of those pronouns is incorrect, especially if you majored in English or journalism or are a proofreader. In addition, the who and whom train wreck, along with the pronoun/antecedent issues distract in this novel. This is YA; thus, the intended audience needs to read good punctuation in preparation for the ACT and their own writing. At its price point, those types of errors should not occur. Also, um, Vera never thought to mention to Cyrene or anyone else her true identity??? If Ahlvie goes the way of Opie in Sons of Anarchy, I'm going to blame Cyrene and Avoca. That whole curing his Indres situation was so transparent and ridiculous; they should have removed him from ring lady...duh. Dean's amnesia was kind of fun, and I did like the dragons and Fallon.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 5, 2018
Best book in this series!! Let me start with saying that after everything that happened at the end of The Consort – especially with Avoca – I was really on edge to know what happens next. And believe me I haven’t been disappointed.
As Cyrene’s story goes on in The Society it gets even more adventurous and exciting. Her journey to find the dragons (yayy DRAGONS) and save Avoca and maybe even the world leads her to new places; she makes new friends, enemies and so much more. The story doesn’t leave out to surprise you. It has twists and turns and OMG that ending!! I can’t believe I have to wait another year to finally read how the story continues. But I know the wait will be worth it.
I am a sucker for magical stories and The Society had everything I could have wanted. It couldn’t have been more perfect. The people, the dragons and all the magic in this book made me fall so in love with this series.
This book is a true masterpiece and I can’t wait to read what happens next to Cyrene and her friends on their journey to save the world.
As Cyrene’s story goes on in The Society it gets even more adventurous and exciting. Her journey to find the dragons (yayy DRAGONS) and save Avoca and maybe even the world leads her to new places; she makes new friends, enemies and so much more. The story doesn’t leave out to surprise you. It has twists and turns and OMG that ending!! I can’t believe I have to wait another year to finally read how the story continues. But I know the wait will be worth it.
I am a sucker for magical stories and The Society had everything I could have wanted. It couldn’t have been more perfect. The people, the dragons and all the magic in this book made me fall so in love with this series.
This book is a true masterpiece and I can’t wait to read what happens next to Cyrene and her friends on their journey to save the world.
October 24, 2018
I've said this for the previous 3 books. This is by far my favorite series from K.A. Linde. The down side to this series, its that each book release is soooooooooooo far apart that is maddening.
Do yourself a favor and re-read the series so that you can truly enjoy this book!!
Book number FOUR- The Society is HUGE. It's 600 pages, OMG. I was so excited when I saw how big. The wait was def worth this book. DRAGONS! Magic and DRAGONS. Must I say anything else?
We meet a lot of new people. The Society (obviously), lots of Fae's, DRAGONS. Darkness. New revelations, new people, new places, new magic, DRAGONS, new attractions. AHHH its just such a wonderful story.
I could not put the book down, I'm just upset I have to wait until OCTOBER 2019.
Pleaseeeeeeeee continue this journey with me and read the book. Join my obsession with the FANTASY AND DRAGONS that is The Society.
K.A. Linde has this power to bring out emotions from the readers. Don't throw the book bcause DRAGONS!!
Do yourself a favor and re-read the series so that you can truly enjoy this book!!
Book number FOUR- The Society is HUGE. It's 600 pages, OMG. I was so excited when I saw how big. The wait was def worth this book. DRAGONS! Magic and DRAGONS. Must I say anything else?
We meet a lot of new people. The Society (obviously), lots of Fae's, DRAGONS. Darkness. New revelations, new people, new places, new magic, DRAGONS, new attractions. AHHH its just such a wonderful story.
I could not put the book down, I'm just upset I have to wait until OCTOBER 2019.
Pleaseeeeeeeee continue this journey with me and read the book. Join my obsession with the FANTASY AND DRAGONS that is The Society.
K.A. Linde has this power to bring out emotions from the readers. Don't throw the book bcause DRAGONS!!
October 22, 2018
A great fantasy world!
So, I will be the first to admit that I am not usually a fantasy reader. However, I had the awesome opportunity to start reading this series, and I love K.A. Linde, so I thought I'd give it a try. I am so happy I was able to, this series has blown me out of the water. I gobbled up the first three, and The Society was no different. It picks up right after The Consort left off, and yes, you must read these in order. The Society finds Cyrene and her friends in search of the dragons, however, no one has seen a dragon in many years. Along the way, they find adventure, danger, and more allies and adversaries. The stunning conclusion makes you thirsty for more.
I loved the world that Ms. Linde has created, it's both dark and light, good and evil, and the characters come to life. The magic is all encompassing, and I can't wait for the conclusion!
So, I will be the first to admit that I am not usually a fantasy reader. However, I had the awesome opportunity to start reading this series, and I love K.A. Linde, so I thought I'd give it a try. I am so happy I was able to, this series has blown me out of the water. I gobbled up the first three, and The Society was no different. It picks up right after The Consort left off, and yes, you must read these in order. The Society finds Cyrene and her friends in search of the dragons, however, no one has seen a dragon in many years. Along the way, they find adventure, danger, and more allies and adversaries. The stunning conclusion makes you thirsty for more.
I loved the world that Ms. Linde has created, it's both dark and light, good and evil, and the characters come to life. The magic is all encompassing, and I can't wait for the conclusion!
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