Empire of Storms by Sarah J Maas

Empire of Storms (Throne of Glass, #5)

by Sarah J. Maas

Kingdoms collide in Sarah J. Maas’s epic fifth installment in the New York Times bestselling Throne of Glass series.

The long path to the throne has only just begun for Aelin Galathynius. Loyalties have been broken and bought, friends have been lost and gained, and those who possess magic find themselves at odds with those who don’t.

With her heart sworn to the warrior-prince by her side, and her fealty pledged to the people she is determined to save, Aelin will delve into the depths of her power to protect those she loves. But as monsters emerge from the horrors of the past, and dark forces become poised to claim her world, the only chance for salvation will lie in a desperate quest that may mark the end of everything Aelin holds dear.

In this breathtaking fifth installment of the New York Times bestselling Throne of Glass series, Aelin will have to choose what -- and who -- to sacrifice if she's to keep the world of Erilea from breaking apart.

Reviewed by Sam@WLABB on

5 of 5 stars

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You will find, Rolfe, that one does not deal with Celaena Sardolthien. One survives her.

Yes, I am trying to survive her until the next installment of this awesome series. Many tears were shed as I read this book. This is it -- preparation for the end. This book is really intense at times, and so full of emotion. I was really overwhelmed at the end. In my heart, I know SJM will have this end well, but sitting and waiting for it to happen will be difficult.
It is not such hard thing, is it -- to die for your friends.

One thing I love about both SJM series is that her MCs have fantastic squads. Aelin has Aedion, Lysandra, Rowen, Dorian, and more (these were some of the best surprises). The way they cared for each other, fought for each other, would die for each other. Definite friend goals.
You are my Fireheart

This is the book, where Maas allowed many of her characters to come into their own, to claim their rightful place in the story. Lysandra hinted to her greatness in the last book, but here, we are treated to Lysandra full on. This version of Lysandra is incredible. That bond of friendship between her and Aelin solidifies and she goes above and beyond for her queen. And hey, if you the naysayers are not won over by Rowen in this book, I don't know what to say. He is just perfection in this book.
Even when this world is a forgotten whisper of dust between the stars, I will love you.

Seriously, are you swooning yet!!
There were so many big reveals, my head was spinning. SJM's mind must be quite a wondrous place to be able to plan out so many different paths, that would eventually converge. I loved it! I will patiently wait for the next book, while my heart mends. Here's hoping this ends well.
I will find you, I will find you, I will find you.

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