I’m not kidding when I say this was a STUNNING conclusion to the Blood Race Trilogy. The connection I had with the characters within this book and throughout the entire series was so raw and perfect. The suspense throughout this final book as they fight to save the earth was absolutely page turning. I didn’t want to put this book down. The character development in this book was so beautifully written, I fell more in love with the characters than I thought even possible. I actually put off reading this last book in the amazing trilogy because I was intimidated by the fact that it was sci-fi, I was STUNNED that it was this good. It just goes to show that if written as beautifully as this book was, any genre of any book can be good even if you don’t think so going into it. This book brought the WHOLE series full circle and was absolutely a 5 star read for me.

DNF Review
I really wanted to like this one but was unable to get into the story. I will probably go back again someday and try again, but for now, I'm going to pass.

This book is pretty good. The world building was really good. I loved the characters and the action. It was a very engaging paranormal read. I highly recommend this book.

I loved this series. This last book was a fitting ending to the series as a whole.

Well done to the author who created a beautiful world, filled with beautiful characters that you feel like you know personally. There is nothing better than when reading a book and you feel like if the characters were in the real world you would know them. That is what’s been done in this series.

K.a. emmons does not disappoint with this 3rd installment of the blood race. It is fast paced from beginning to end hard to put down. It's full of wisdom and adventure wrapped up in one. What I took away from it was have faith keep your faith it will carry you through and make you stronger as a person. You fell in love with certain characters in the first book and in this book you see them hurdle so many obstacles and watch them grow so much it's so good!
I highly recommend this series

** I was given an advanced copy in exchange for my honest review my opinions are my own:)

Resurgence is the third book in The Blood Race series. Following Icarus’s return and Sensei’s disappearance, the Dimension’s inhabitants return to Earth under the jurisdiction of the Reformed Global Militia. Icarus, Finn, and many other characters are fragmented from one another as they attempt to dismantle this newfound reign manipulating their populace with mind control devices.

K.A. Emmons delivers a breathtaking finale to this series featuring an eclectic character ensemble, strong motifs, and memorable allegories. Emmons manages to expand the Dimension’s inhabitants while also showing the division amongst them. The core group from the first two novels-- particularly Icarus and Fin-- are a delight to read, grieved by the loss of their beloved Hawk. The conflict between the core group and the other Sliders, led by Mitsue and Delta, made the rift tenser. It’s something I enjoyed seeing and would have loved to see into play the further one goes in the novel.

The aspects I wish to commend to Emmons are the incorporation of her new characters and the worldbuilding. The new characters are full of life, bringing fresh eyes to the surrounding conflict by the Dimension’s inhabitants. Lara shines the best of all, a fighter attempting to survive in the world while also possessing secrets she’s not aware of holding. Also, the Earth the plot takes place in is incredibly harrowing to read about. It not only reflects where the world could potentially go at the state it is in, but the novel’s motifs of hope and faith bring some light into a society and its saviors plunged into darkness, both inside and out.

However, there are some downsides which caused me to knock down two stars. Balancing a large ensemble each necessitating needed character growth can be a challenge and underwhelming if everyone each doesn’t grow or garner a satisfying conclusion. The fates of some characters were satisfying, but the lack of growth especially from the core group felt dissatisfying. Lara, out of all of them, felt the most grown in this story, but I didn’t feel like any of the other characters grew as a result of the third novel’s events. Additionally, some plot points were resolved quicker than anticipated despite them being essential to the conclusion. Had more time been spent on the struggles would the ending feel earned.

One final complaint revolves around the triangle between three of the characters. The two in the prophecy are shown to have a romantic relationship. Yet some scenes between a third of the triangle confused me, especially as they were never addressed nor caused any disturbance for the final pair at the end of the novel. Perhaps it had to do with the final roles everyone took on, but it felt strange to not have it addressed.

Looking on the series though, I admire the messages Emmons portrays. The series, and the third book essentially, are decorated with allegories and they all tie together beautifully in the end. If you’re someone who appreciates them, it’s a treat.

The finale was somewhat of a letdown. However, I will continue to look out for Emmons’s books, advocating for courage, strength, and trusting the abilities each person possesses.

* I received a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review. Thank you to K.A. Emmons and the NetGalley team.