This book was an enjoyable end to the Dragons of Terra trilogy, full of epic battle scenes as the protagonists try to take down the madman responsible for countless deaths and grotesque human experimentation. Heroism and magical powers aside, I love the sarcastic sense of humor that some of the characters share. It adds a lightness to the book that I wouldn’t think was possible with all of the battle action that occurs throughout.
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This trilogy has been an absolute joy for me from start to finish! This final book is very war-focused, with lots of battles and lots of strategy, which I really enjoyed. More character development here and again, the world expands with more technology. I thought that the various story threads were all concluded excellently and the pacing of the narrative was fantastic. All in all, this is genuinely one of the best fantasy trilogies I have read in a long time with each book having a different feel while still retaining the overall tone. Just wonderful!
I received a free copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for a fair and honest review.

A strong conclusion to a fantastic trilogy. Naslund gets weird in the final book and has a lot of fun doing it. The newer characters keep the group dynamics alive, and the reveals of the world still keep on coming.

Reviewed by Nils from Fantasy Hive

Please note this review may contain mild spoilers for Blood of an Exile and Sorcery of a Queen.


The power has shifted and as Empress Kira lay comatosed, closely watched over by Osyrus Ward, and Queen Ashlyn is believed dead, Ward seizes the opportunity to place his soldiers throughout Almira and rule over all or annihilate those who oppose him. The lands of Terra are now inhabited with skyships, acolytes and other monstrosities cooked up by the madman himself. Yet Ashlyn is far from dead, and neither is our beloved Dragonslayer, Bershad. Deep in the Dainwood forest, Bershad, Simeon, Oromir and the remnants of the Jaguar Army lead the resistance against Ward’s soldiers but it is an ongoing battle where they are losing ground. Meanwhile the Witch Queen Ashlyn and alchemist Jolan desperately try to unlock the secrets behind Osyrus Wards’ creations in the hopes of bringing them down once and for all.

Fury of a Demon by Brian Naslund is the outstanding conclusion in the Dragons of Terra trilogy. Naslund aptly weaves all the threads from the first two books into one thrilling, heart-pounding finale. A mad scientist is set loose, monstrous creations are destroying humanity piece by piece, and it all ends in one high-stakes battle. I was initially drawn to these books for the dragons, but I stayed for the great friendships that formed and cemented between the characters, the hilarious banter among them, and the fact that this was a world which showed us the need to respect and find a balance in nature.

Throughout the trilogy as we watch the world fill with progression and technological advance, it becomes quickly apparent that this is not to the betterment of the people. Whilst the majority starve, fall into poverty and illness, Ward cares nothing but to fulfil his ideological vision of a ‘better’ world, the perfect ’soldier’. In Sorcery of a Queen we glimpse into his horrific plans for the future of Terra, but in Fury of a Demon we watch them play out and become fully realised. The acolytes are monstrosities made from dying soldiers fused with dragon bones, sometimes parts of other animals, metals and alchemy. Osyrus Ward essentially becomes the scientist Frankenstein from Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein. To Naslund’s credit he creates an absolutely fantastic villain here, one who you loathe, and also makes your skin crawl.

With two new additional POV, Naslund effectively shows us the consequences of warfare, the true consequences of Ward’s vision. Nola, a young teenager, left orphaned after her parents and older brothers die fighting in the Jaguar Army, is the sole guardian of her younger sister Grittle. She runs a tavern on very little just to get by, until soldiers destroy that too. Nola was a character who quickly made my eyes blurry with tears as she desperately fights to protect her sister but faces horror after horror. Then there was acolyte seven-nine-nine, once a soldier simply following orders and now conditioned into a mindless killing machine, except there’s a glitch where he does retain some of his former memories. If you’ve ever seen the film Robocop, this is what he reminded me of. Through Acolyte seven-nine-nine we learn the true abhorrent methods Osyrus uses upon the soldiers he experiments on, the pain endured whilst he conditions them.

“Nola had always been realistic about this world. She’d done what needed doing to survive. But it wasn’t until now-stuck in this pen–that she realized the hidden truth of humanity: they were all just animals who stayed civil and kind because there was food in their bellies and a roof over their heads at night. Take those things

away, and the goodness of people got taken away with it.”

Who better than to fight against Ward than the deemed witch Ashlyn Malgrave. She begins her journey in Blood of an Exile wanting to uncover the secrets behind the dragons, to find a way to preserve them but also keep people safe from their attacks. Throughout Sorcery of a Queen her fight for the dragons also becomes a journey to seek knowledge of how to stop Ward and save those she loves. In this last instalment Ashlyn really grows in her abilities, whether they’re part sorcery or part science, experiment after experiment she begins to master the use of lodestones in fantastic ways. I loved that Ashlyn above all respected the laws of nature, the right for animals to have a place in this world too, yet she also respected her immense powers. She knew one person alone should ever keep this much power in their grasp, and although she uses her powers to destroy the enemy, she knows ultimately when to stop.

“The heads of the six acolytes were floating above her, neck stumps dripping black liquid across the dry grass. Her armbands were churning and steam was rising off her sweat-slick skin. Jolan knew that she probably couldn’t keep that up for more than a minute or two, but in that moment, she looked downright terrifying.

A true witch queen.”

Then there was Bershad, our hero who fights with the fury of a demon. Wow, Naslund really puts Bershad through a lot in this instalment, he pushes this character to his maximum endurance. Bershad’s recklessness reaches new heights, which makes for some heartstopping moments. Bershad knew he was fighting against the clock, his transformation was looming ever closer, and if his last deeds were to free the people of Almira, particularly those in the Dainwood forest, and finally settle an old score with Vallen Vergun, then he would fight tooth and claw to succeed. This is a character who I have become deeply fond of for many reasons, but in this book I adored his bond with the Nomad dragon, affectionately called ‘Smokey’. Together they make for an incredible team.

At the heart of this whole trilogy Naslund focuses on the bonds the characters make, the friendships, the bromances, the loyalty and comradeship, the people they would die for. It’s always important to me that I feel an emotional attachment to the characters, that I care for their plights, and here I fell hard for all of them. Well, obviously not for Ward or Vergun! However, Bershad and Felgor’s friendship and banter was top-notch, Simeon and Cabbage made such a comical duo, my heart broke for Oromir and Jolan, and Vera’s determination to save Kira was truly endearing. No matter the dangers these characters all faced, they faced them together.

“You know what nickname I would have given you, if you didn’t already have so many when we met?” he asked.

“Don’t care.”

Felgor pinched an ant off his neck and flicked it away. “Sunshine. On account of your pleasant disposition.”

Bershad grunted. “I hate it.”

“That’s the point.”

Naslund also presented us with many tender, quiet moments, which balanced out the grim reality the people of Almira faced. Nola tells her sister Grittle bedtime stories of their brother’s before they died in the war. Cabbage takes food to Jovita’s hut, a woman he quickly becomes attracted to, having hopes of spending time with her one the fight is over. Bershad and Ashlyn save each other time and time again, they cannot bear the thought of losing each other.

Together this band of characters all played their part in the final battle, a battle which kept my pulse racing and eyes always on the edge of tears.

“If I wind up down the river ahead of you, I’ll try to find a decent spot for us in the afterlife. And if you go first . . ” He trailed off. Swallowed. “Well, I don’t see much point in staying around in this mess without you. So I’ll be following right behind. I promise.”

Naslund is the kind of author who takes your heart strings and pulls them in devious but enticing ways. It’s rare a grimdark book makes me cry out of happiness and sadness all at the same time, but this did. The Dragons of Terra is a trilogy I hope will find itself in the hands of many more readers.

I have been highly anticipating this finale for a long time but I still kept putting it off because I’m always too anxious to read books in my favorite series. And I wasn’t entirely wrong coz this one gave me chills all through. I will try to be as spoiler free as possible but I also have lots of thoughts, so I apologize in advance.

Brian’s main strength I have found across this trilogy is keeping the writing simple but very meaningful, creating tension that keeps us on the edge of our seat for most of the book, and amidst all this “will they live or die” situations, he manages to write humorous dialogue that gives us some respite. The plot changes between many perspectives but it’s to the author’s credit that we never feel lost and also never get bored of any POV, whether it’s a main character or just some small player in the grand scheme of things. The pacing is breakneck with hardly any breather and I couldn’t keep the book down even for a second because I just wanted to know what was gonna happen next. The fights and war sequences are elaborate and thrilling and I also found them to be very visual that I could imagine it all happening in my head. It’s all masterful storytelling at its best and I just felt glad for the day I decided to trust a couple of my favorite reviewers and read the first book in this amazing trilogy.

While the writing and plot are wonderful, it’s definitely the ensemble cast that makes this series special. Silas is probably one of my top favorite male protagonists ever because he is both an extremely strong fighter who can kill number of people at once, but at the same time is also full of love and compassion and would do anything to end the mindless killing of humans and dragons, so that everyone could live peacefully. He is always on the verge of his transformation but is too selfless to think about his fate when there are many people to save. And I absolutely loved his dynamic with his dragon - it’s sweet and witty, with always some sort of bickering going on, but the love for each other is undeniable.

Ashlynn hardly feels like the Queen of Almira anymore this time. She is first and foremost a scientist who spends most of the book figuring out ways to control Ward’s creations and end the war. She encounters blocks and disappointments and failures, but giving up is not her thing and she only moves forward with renewed determination, at the risk of her own health and safety. She is brave and responsible and makes a perfect complement to Silas. They are one of the best couples I’ve encountered in fantasy for a while who would sacrifice themselves to save the world even if it would mean separating from each other. The book has some beautiful lines between them and I’m so happy I got to read their story.

Jolan is a perfect assistant to Ashlynn. He has come a long way from being an alchemist’s apprentice to someone who can help challenge Osyrus Ward but despite his knowledge being one of the main reasons Ashlynn is able to progress in a safe manner, he still wishes he could be the innocent person he was before it all went to hell. Even after watching all the unfolding horrors, he never completely loses his gentle nature and that was nice to see.

We also get perspectives from unexpected characters from both sides of the war. Vera is present as always, the brave woman who will do absolutely anything to save her Queen, even if it means serving the enemy. Cabbage is this slightly timid person who probably doesn’t want to be fighting but will also never abandon his friends, ably protected by the very reckless Simeon who joins every fight like it’s his last time. We also get glimpses into Garret and Castor’s characters who are themselves unsure why they are fighting this war and keep trying to come up with justifications for their choices and actions.

And how can I forget the villains. While Vergun can be considered a stereotypical evil cannibalistic person, the joy he finds in terrorizing people is still very hard to digest and everytime he appeared on the page, I was scared for all of my favorite characters. Osyrus on the other hand gives off the mad scientist vibes, who truly believes all his delusional thoughts about creating a better world and treats everyone and everything in it like a specimen to be experimented on. He is a chilling presence and I was always haunted by the prospect of how our heroes would fight him and his monstrous creations in the end. But what I loved about the ultimate showdowns that we get between Vergun and Silas, as well as Osyrus Ward and Ashlynn is that the author ensures we understand that our heroes aren’t actually invincible and they can’t save the world just by themselves. They were powerful scenes and I couldn’t ask for anything better.

To end my review, I have to say that I knew this finale was gonna be too good because the author hasn’t let me down before but it still exceeded my expectations. This is epic fantasy at its best with its huge world full of kingdoms and cultures and rulers, loads of beautiful and majestic dragons who form a core part of the world’s ecosystem, advanced technology that almost feels demonic and which can rival any top SFF movie, chapters full of thrilling plot and unbelievable cliffhangers which won’t allow you to put the book down, and out of the world fight sequences that will wow you. But despite it all, what you will most remember after you are done with the trilogy are the amazing characters who have burrowed their way into your heart. And those absolutely heart touching last two lines… I teared up immediately because it was such a beautiful and perfect ending.

Blood of an Exile, the first Dragons of Terra book, was one of my more pleasant surprises last year, a book that mixed sword-and-sorcery with grimdark fantasy. I didn't enjoy Sorcery of a Queen as much, finding its pacing to be off and its focus on the least interesting characters, so I wasn't sure what to expect of the finale.

I'm pleased to say Fury of a Demon hooked my attention from the opening chapter, getting back to the darkly humorous fun of the first book and redeeming some of the character aspects of the second. Bershad, Ashlyn, Vera, and Kira all shine here, playing both sides of the conflict as they seek answers along with victory. Although, at its heart, it's a story of good versus evil, it's never quite that simple, with layers of conflicts, agendas, and shifting allegiances giving the story added depth.

Ironically, part of what I disliked about the second book - the shift from magic-fueled epic fantasy into steampunk-themed science fantasy - is precisely what I enjoyed here. It gives the whole story a puzzle feel as we try to figure out how Ashlyn and Ward will manage to outsmart one another, and the contrast of Ward's monsters against Bershad's dragons provides a fantastic parallel. It's a dark, violent, brutal book, with every conflict having consequences and body counts. The experimentation I found so tiresome in the second book somehow comes to life here, making me want to know precisely how things work.

As the old saying goes, war is hell, and hell is here, in the jungles and the cities, and it's on just about every page. Seriously, Brian Naslund doesn't let up and refuses to hold back, and that makes Fury of a Demon a worthy finale.

This was an epic tale from start to finish, involving clocks and brasswork, elements of steampunk with a lot of blood and gore, to finish nicely with characters that were fantastic and whose arcs had some powerful motivations. No wonder this is a world of chaos and Osyrus Ward, now ruling over Balaria, is doing his absolute best as a mad scientist to shape the world in his fashion. Because as a mad scientist that has gone drunk from power, who sees royalty as little more than mere specks of dust, sacrifice the lives of thousands of Ghalmarians and Balarians in the Jungles of Almira mean nothing to him. Never mind if a few dragons here and there snatch up Balarian soldiers, never mind if Simeon comes throughout the world rampaging and squashing men as if they were nothing more than putrid flesh and bone. Osyrus Ward is a man of rational emotion and logic. He will do everything possible to get rid of the Flawless Bershard and the Witch Queen.

A fascinating story that has elements of brutal gore that sometimes will make you want to wretch. And I mean that in every sense when you encounter Commander Vergun. For he, dear reader, is the true epitome of what evil is. When you see what he does, and how he does it, you wish that justice and karma deliver a ton upon him. Meanwhile, the Flawless Bershard is running a rebellion against the Balarian invasion, along with Felgor, Willem, Jolan, the Witch Queen and many other characters, including Kerrigan and Cabbage. I loved all their character arcs and you know what’s so good about this series? That I ended up caring for all the characters despite the multiple viewpoints, which are many. I ended up loving Felgor often, and he was a good comic relief. The other amazing thing about this book is that the characters didn’t feel wasted. Each had its conclusion, some bad, some good. I especially liked Captain Brutus, but I wonder what happened to him. I’d love to see him in a future spin-off series.

The writing was amazing, and each time I felt something new was going to happen, it did. This novel is not predictable, and that’s a good thing. There’s always something new happening, and I cannot wait to see what happens when Vera and the group travel to see the lands beyond Taggerstan. There’s so much story brimming here, and I’ve thoroughly enjoyed the entire series here. I enjoyed this amazing writing and enjoyable characters with dragons and jungles and steampunk elements. It’s a great fantasy novel, and I loved it! A fantastic ending to a great trilogy!

I have posted my other reviews to Amazon/Waterstones and here.

I admitted back when I reviewed Brian Naslund’s Blood of an Exile that I had resisted the book sitting on my shelf and picked it up somewhat grudgingly, expecting yet “another fantasy about a roguish-yet-likable gritty swordsman and his band of gritty companions battling the odds to save their gritty world.” Which as I noted then wasn’t so far off in terms of plot, but which in more important ways didn’t come near being accurate, thanks to Naslund’s sharply executed characterization and world-building, an ecological theme that added appreciated depth, and a wonderfully cheeky style, traits that all continued on into the sequel Sorcery of a Queen. Now Naslund is back with the concluding book in the trilogy, Fury of a Demon, and if this follow-up falls just a little short of its predecessors, it’s still an engaging, entertaining, and often funny novel that does a nice job of resolving the story.

I’ll let you read my earlier reviews for a semi-detailed plot summary. Suffice to say here that the main protagonists (Bershard, Ashlyn, Vera, Jolan, Felgor, and others) have their backs against the wall (really, the jungle tree) in their desperate war against Osyrus Ward, who seeks a “better world” in the usual way all mad-scientist-world-dominating-single-minded-win-at-any-cost villains do. The war has not been going well, with Ward having the resources, the technology, the numbers, etc., leaving the plucky rebel force holed up in the Dainwood jungle, which luckily for them has some essential resources Ward needs, which is why he hasn’t used his airships to just carpet bomb the hell out of his annoyingly persistent opponents. Instead, he drops in hordes of soldiers, accompanied by his nearly unstoppable super-soldiers, crafted out of a horrific mix of magic, alchemy, and chemistry. Fortunately, the “Flawless Bershard” is nigh on unkillable himself, though he has the pesky little problem that the more he uses his power the closer he gets to turning into a tree (it makes sense in the storyline, trust me).

As with the other two books, there is a lot to like here. The banter is fantastic: vulgar yes, but also often quite funny, and it also feels like real conversations between friends, lovers, soldiers in arms, as opposed to carefully crafted authorial lines. Somewhat contradictorily, a winking self-awareness runs lightly throughout, as when Naslund allows someone besides the Bitingly Sarcastic Comic Relief Character some cynical humor and the characters banter about the banter:

“You’re gonna turn sour on me, too? . . .
“Hey, if you get to be all sarcastic during tense conversations so do I.”
“Fair enough.”

As noted above, the storyline is deepened by the ecological theme that runs throughout the series. One of the benefits of the setting shift to the jungle is we get to see not just a different, more natural environment (one which comes vividly alive), but we also get to see the dragons and other creatures in a fully integrated ecosystem. Characters (the good ones) accept the reality of the dragons as part of this natural word, as part of a necessary ecosystem, even if a dangerous part, while Ward sees them as a mere resource (think the days of hard-core whaling). One of my favorite subtleties was how the dragons, without any intention on their part but merely by their presence in their home, protect the people by preventing Ward’s airships from flying right in, which makes for a nice metaphor for how we are protected or just alive because of a connected ecosystem. Bees, for instance, don’t think to themselves they better go out and pollinate so those stomp-footed humans can eat, but woe to us if the bees suddenly up and disappear.

Some other themes include the horror of war and its impact, the way it both changes one in the moment, over time, and then continues to haunt, and the unjust nature of a hierarchical society. Or as one character, who could easily have been written off as a run-of-the-mill petty villain, tell another:
You think I wanted to be the asshole hoarding pigs and selling of black sticky … that I dreamed of this life when I was a little boy? No… But when the lords and wardens of this fucked up realm took all the other options for themselves, I did what needed doing to stay alive … Said I’d change around when things got better. But …life never gets better. The desperation… It never goes away for people like us.

Characters remain strongly constructed, though I’ll say more on that later. The prose style is vivid, smart, and sharp. With the addition of the jungle, and a visit to a few other spots, the worldbuilding continues to expand. And the humorous moments and exciting fight scenes are nicely balanced by more emotionally moving scenes, particularly when Jolan is the focus.

As I said in my intro, while still wholly enjoyable, Fury of a Demon was a bit weaker than the first two books in my estimation. Pacing was more of an issue, and I confess I could have done with shorter fight scenes, especially of the “he’s impossible to kill!” type, which is a description that could be leveled at multiple characters. The plot also was more episodic, felt less unified or focused than the others. And while I enjoyed all the time I spent with these characters, and by now we’ve gotten to know them pretty well, the characterization didn’t seem quite a sharply realized as in the earlier books. That said, the drop-off is minimal, and I confess to being sorry to see the last (if we have) of this world and these characters. But I do look forward to whatever next project Naslund sends our way.

The best part about being a book reviewer is when you find an underappreciated gem that you get to psychotically rant about to all your friends, family, and readers. I have now purchased 4 copies of Blood of an Exile for friends because I think The Dragons of Terra series by Brian Naslund is one of the best new series I have read. The final book in the trilogy, Fury of a Demon, comes out on August 31, 2021, and I got a sneak peek at the climactic finale. The third book continues Naslund’s streak of excellence – but it falls slightly short of the incredibly high bar set by the second book, Sorcery of a Queen.

If you are looking for the plot of the books, check out the earlier reviews linked above. In general, the story follows a diverse cast of individuals as they try to combine magic and science to protect the natural world from being abused by antagonists of all kinds. As I mentioned in my Sorcery review, these books are so good because they excel in so many different areas simultaneously that it’s hard to believe that this is Naslund’s first series. They have incredible characters, exciting action, deep and original worldbuilding, a gripping plot, a compelling antagonist, great themes, excellent pacing, strong character growth, and a level of polish and inclusivity that made me positively vibrate with happiness. However, Fury of a Demon takes some new directions that differentiate it to from its predecessors.

What sets Fury of a Demon apart from the two previous books in the series is really how the magic system starts to migrate into science fantasy. There is pseudo magical hacking in the third book that becomes a major part of what the plot revolves around and it makes the series feel like it starts to edge into the science fantasy genre. Personally, I loved this. It gave the book and series a lot of unique flairs and it had my wife (who I immediately gave my ARC after finishing it, thank you Tor) and me talking about the implications and possibilities for hours after we both finished. The conclusion is extremely explosive and fun, and it feels like a great culmination of the conflict. The final antagonist is a wonderful reflection of the conflicting ideals of the characters and the final fights felt satisfying on a number of levels. But, unlike the previous two novels (which I thought were perfect) I had a couple of issues with Fury of a Demon.

One of the strongest elements of the first two books is how organic the character growth felt. Everyone is changing constantly (a theme of the book) but Naslund goes through painstaking work to show you how and why. Demon’s character development is in no way bad, but it felt like it lacked the polish that the first two books had. In particular, the characters Vera, Kira, and Garrett all had major growth and change that seemed to happen off-page and were a little hard to follow. That being said, I will fight you IRL if you try to disparage Jolan or Felgor – they are angels that need to be protected.

In addition, the plot of Demon felt slightly less directed. Normally I wouldn’t have a problem with this, but one of my favorite parts of Queen is how every single set piece seemed to seamlessly flow into the next creating this unbroken stream of wonder that enraptured me from start to finish. There were a few new subplots in Demon that I understand the purpose of, but they could have been blended more seamlessly into the main story.

Back to the specific positives of Demon, it is definitely the book with the most imagination out of the three. Naslund has this brilliant cleverness in how he conveys the power and smarts of his characters that many fantasy and sci-fi writers will envy. Silas and Ashlyn in particular are absolutely terrifying in their power and majesty and Naslund accomplishes this through keen observation and context in a way that is subtle and smart. I found myself constantly thinking about what it would be like to be a peon standing against one of these protagonists and just feeling pants-shitting fear. They were awesome.

In sum, don’t sleep on The Dragons of Terra. Fury of a Demon will be one of my top books of 2021, and the other two books also made huge splashes with me when they came out. This has rapidly become my go-to ace in the sleeve recommendation to give well-read fantasy readers something new and delightful. I literally cannot wait to see what Naslund does next. He is a wildly talented new writer, and I hope he continues making new stories for years to come.

Rating:
Fury of a Demon – 9.0/10
The Dragons of Terra – 9.5/10
-Andrew

I totally should have completed a reread of books one and two before this. And you know what? I think I will because I didn't want it to end! I just received this book last week and plowed through it. I'm surprised more people are not talking about this series. I initially discovered it via a Booktuber, which is a great place to find interesting reads like this series. I wasn't disappointed with the story, characters, or ending. The dialogue and writing are wonderful and it's action-packed! Bershad is one of my new favorite heroes. I also loved so many characters and feel attached to them in some way. Especially when certain things happen to certain characters - you just feel for them! I highly recommend this trilogy and I'm looking forward to a reread alright! It's definitely a comfort series for me.

"Fury of a Demon" is the exciting finale of the Dragons of Terra trilogy by Brian Naslund.

I received an advance copy of the book from the author, the publisher and NetGalley in exchange for my honest review. And I can honestly say I loved it. I devoured this book in two sittings.

I've been a fan of the series since the beginning. I love the great characters, witty dialogue, and great action that literally keeps me on the edge of my seat. This book is no different. The Flawless Bershad is one of the best characters in all of fantasy and he doesn't disappoint in "Fury of a Demon."

I read somewhere that most well-loved stories are ones that have characters we care about. Those are the stories that keep us up until the wee hours of the morning because we can't wait to find out what happens next. And the Fury of a Demon was like that for me. I had a hard time putting this book down even to take care of silly things like eating and sleeping. This was an emotional book for me. At various points throughout, I was angry about some horrible thing a villain had done, felt like cheering when the heroes won a battle, and felt frustrated by the setback when they didn't. I laughed at the jokes, and even shed a tear or three.

If you loved the first two books, you'll love this one too.

I give "Fury of a Demon" an enthusiastic 5/5 stars. It was an exciting and satisfying end to an immensely entertaining trilogy. I look forward to whatever Brian writes next.

Just a marvelous finish to one of the best fantasy series around. Naslund has a way with dialogue and that's part of the witty charm of this one. And in the end it all wraps up beautifully with one of the most violent and action-packed climaxes of all time. If you are looking for a fantasy series that takes chances and doesn't play it safe, should read this entire series, it's that fantastic. Will post a full review on the blog closer to publication day.

This is one of those that i was so excited to get an ARC of!! A series that deserve more attention online, this isn't talk about that much! Absolutely outstanding characters evolution and a world and a story that grow really with the series. There is also lot of good action so you want find it to drag on long chapters without anything happening. Great book! An author that will stay on my radar!