Valley is the conclusion to the The Glacian Trilogy. It starts right where Chasm left off, as Dawsyn tries to save the people of the Ledge.

If you liked the first two books, you'll like this one. It's a satisfying conclusion to the trilogy. The character arcs are satisfying and you get more background on how the world got to where it was. Low levels of spice, but definitely a book for adults.

I wish the magic system was a little more defined, but the character relationships made up for it and overall it was a really fun read!

A Satisfying Conclusion to an Epic Journey
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Valley, the final installment in Stacey McEwan's Glacian Trilogy, delivers a compelling and heartfelt conclusion to Dawsyn Sabar's epic quest. The narrative picks up with Dawsyn leading her people through the perilous Chasm, facing dwindling resources and relentless adversaries. McEwan's vivid descriptions immerse readers in this treacherous landscape, making the stakes feel palpably real.

The character development shines in this installment. Dawsyn's evolution from a solitary survivor to a resilient leader is both believable and inspiring. The dynamics within the group, especially the camaraderie and tensions, add depth to the story. Fans of the series will appreciate the return of beloved characters and the introduction of new ones that enrich the narrative.

However, the pacing in the first half may feel slow to some readers, focusing heavily on the journey's hardships. While this builds atmosphere, it occasionally hampers momentum. The romance, a highlight in previous books, takes a backseat here, which might disappoint those expecting a stronger romantic thread.

Despite these minor issues, Valley successfully ties up overarching plotlines and delivers satisfying resolutions. McEwan's ability to weave action, emotion, and fantasy elements ensures that readers are rewarded for their investment in the series.

In conclusion, Valley is a worthy finale that balances perilous adventures with profound character growth. It's a testament to resilience, leadership, and the enduring spirit of a people seeking freedom. Fans of the Glacian Trilogy will find this conclusion both gratifying and memorable.

I loved this! It was such a great ending to the series.

Thank you to NetGalley for the eARC in exchange for my honest review.

A trilogy completed. To be honest I struggled a bit. Ledge setting up. Chasm had much going on. Valley tied it all together though felt rushed at the end with the prior slow.

I will keep reading Stacey as I’m excited for her next book. Thank you to the publisher for the ARC though a bit late on my part.

First I just have to say THANK YOU for approving me to read this. I absolutely loved the first 2 books and couldn’t wait to read the final one. Getting access on NetGalley made my day. As for the book it was amazing (as expected). I think she did an amazing job wrapping up the series and continued to allow me to immerse myself in the world.

4.5 stars

What an addictive last book. I could hardly put it down!

Lots of things transverse throughout and we get multiple POV’s which was amazing. All questions were answered, it ended so great! I don’t want to say anything else besides it was a valley (pun intended) of twists and turns. Had me on the edge of my seat not knowing what would happen next. Was an incredible ending to this trilogy! I loved how it all played out and how it concluded!

There was a portion of a side story that was longer than necessary, but it was still enjoyable, it just took me away from the main story longer than I would’ve liked.

Thanks to Angry Robot books and Netgalley for the ARC.

That's a solid ending to this series!! I am so glad I decided to try this series out when I first heard about it, and the finale was very satisfying. Dawsyn has been a fantastic FMC right from the start, and her journey of self-acceptance and learning to trust in others was so well written. She is flawed and makes mistakes, but you absolutely continue to root for her throughout the story. I loved the pacing of the story and the fact that I had no idea where it was headed and how the final confrontation was going to come about, but it got there in the end, and I found myself tearing up at the conclusion. If you are looking for a solid fantasy series with terrific world building and memorable characters with a good romance (that doesn't take over the plot) with some nice spice, this is a solid recommendation to try this series!!

This book was a satisfying end to the trilogy - a lot of loose ends are wrapped up and there’s a cute epilogue. (Spoilers if you haven’t read the second book yet but no spoilers for the current installment). The first half of the book takes place in the chasm, right where the second book ended. I did not enjoy Dawsyn’s character in this first half. She treated her people like dumb children and made choices based on her assumptions that she knew what was best for everyone. This got on my nerves quite a bit, especially as Dawsyn was pissed when other people did the same to her. The middle of the book was a little slow and felt like a lot of filler as we waited for the climax of the book. I enjoyed getting the history of Ryon’s mother and his story but it felt like it came out of nowhere and was just plopped in the middle of the book without any transition to explain why we were getting that information. It left me feeling kind of confused and displaced. The ending of the book felt a little flat for me. We spent all this time walking in the chasm and then hearing the history of the people and then there was a fight that lasted all of 5 minutes before the book ended. Ultimately, this book wraps the story up and I enjoyed the other books in the series better.

Thank you to NetGalley and Angry Robot for the eARC in exchange for an honest review.

I loved the series, I already loved Stacey from watching her on TikTok and that love slid into the world of her books as well and while it was a slow start to this I enjoyed the storyline and the series as a whole.

Everything i wanted ans more. I saw Stacey on TikTok and found her so funny that I was so excited to read this series and was genuinely impressed with how much I was drawn into the story. This whole series was such a whirlwind and I loved every minute of it. And this one also kept me on my toes till the very end. It was an amazing ending. And I cannot wait for whatever comes next

I personally love Stacey McEwan and have enjoyed this series overall. I love her presence on social media and I think that carried over into my enjoyment of her writing as I could almost picture/hear her while reading her work. I think this book was the best out of the series and I think she really tied up all the strings well. I loved the found family and the ending checked the boxes for me. I would love to read any future work of hers!

The book starts where we left off in Chasm.

The mage has died and Dawsyn must lead the Ledge people to Terrsaw. Or so they think.

It’s a slow start in this book that had me put it down more often. Ok….this wandering through the Chasm, eating and then sleeping is turning into a snooze fest. I’m sorry. I loved, loved The Ledge. Great and beautiful start to this series. The Chasm had action and a bit of slow burn, maybe a bit of an enemies to lovers trope and more of the Queens. Then it ends in a cliffhanger with one of the side characters dead that was a crucial part in The Chasm book.

This did not grip me and felt like it was dragging along in the Chasm. Ending was ok. I just felt something (including the romance) was missing and didn’t live up to the potential I expected after the first two books.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for receiving a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

I felt like as I got further into this series the more the story fizzled out and the characters were not connecting as much. I did not finish this book.

I thoroughly enjoyed the third installment of Stacey McEwan's romantasy series. This book effectively wrapped up the ongoing storyline, providing clarity on the events in the land and tying up loose ends. It was satisfying to see how the plot developed and evolved, with a fulfilling conclusion that left me content with the series' end. McEwan's storytelling continues to captivate, and this final book truly showcased her ability to craft a rich, engaging world. Overall, I’m happy with how everything came together and grateful for the immersive journey this series has provided. It was a fitting conclusion.

This series started very strong, a very original world building and intriguing characters.
I loved the first book, liked the rest of the story and enjoyed this one, a well plotted and compelling story.
The author did a good job and I recommend this series
Many thanks to the publisher for this ARC, all opinions are mine

Valley by Stacey McEwan was such a brilliant conclusion to this series. The world building continues to blow me away, and my love for the characters continued to grow—they’re the kind you just don’t forget. The story had a good balance of action, emotion, and some unexpected twists that kept me hooked. The ending was super satisfying and tied everything together perfectly. If you’re into fantasy, this is definitely one to pick up!

Loved this book! An absolute amazing continuation of this series. Genuinely more than I could have imagined, I really enjoyed reading it. I just could not put it down

Stacey has really nailed it with this book and conclusion to the trilogy. I love the way the characters develop over all three books. Dawsyn is gritting and endearing. I love her as an fmc.

This book was everything I didn’t know I needed for the final installment of the trilogy. The plot took a path I was not expecting, but I was definitely hooked the entire time. The author expertly wove a story of generational trauma, magic, family (both found and blood), and the ultimate battle scenes that had me on the edge of my seat! It was sad to finish Ryon and Dawsyn’s story, but I’m infinitely grateful for being able to read this trilogy and experience the beautiful mind of McEwan. I look forward to any future books she may write as one of my favorite authors going forward! The Glacian Trilogy is one I will not forget!

3.5 stars

This was an okay conclusion to this trilogy. The romance was not really there for this book, which was fine for me, but I know Romance readers are going to want more. The connection between Dawsyn and Ryon felt forced and repetitive. I've struggled with their relationship throughout the series, so it's not surprising that I'd find it lacking once again.

We got additional POVs for this book, and I liked one of them. I found Yennes's backstory very interesting and a nice little tie-in to the small gang Dawsyn has surrounding her. The last book left us with the devastating loss of Baltisse. I did miss her in Valley. The secondary characters, like Esra and the rogue Glacians, had less page time, which made them feel more like cardboard cutouts of themselves. They were more fleshed out in previous books. The character death at the end of this book did not hit me at all compared to Baltisse, and I wish that it had. I wanted to feel the loss, but I wasn't as emotionally connected.

It took me longer to read this book because the plot was a little disjointed. They did a lot of wandering. I liked the twist with the other end of the Chasm and wish that something more had been done with that. I liked meeting the other mages, but that also felt a little flat. It wasn't until the end that I felt that things smoothed out, and we had a very satisfying wrap-up of events. I enjoyed the conclusion and thought that was well done. McEwan has fantastic moments in her writing style and then other moments that left me wanting more.

This is a good trilogy, and I enjoyed it. I preferred the first two books over this one, but Valley does have its good points. I would recommend it to romantasy lovers, with the warning that the romance is pretty low in book three.

Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC.