Item: The The Threads of Power series - The Fragile Threads of Power
Rating: 5.00
Author: quirkycat

by V.E. Schwab

The Sunday Times bestseller, launching a new trilogy in the Shades of Magic universe, an enchanting and thrilling epic fantasy from the international sensation, V. E. Schwab, perfect for fans of Samantha Shannon, Kerri Maniscalco, Leigh Bardugo and R. F. Kuang.

Seven years have passed since the doors between the worlds were sealed. Seven years since Kell, Lila and Holland stood against Osaron, a desperate battle that saved the worlds of Red, Grey and White London. Seven years since Kell's magic was shattered, and Holland lost his life.

Now Rhy Maresh rules Red London with his new family - his queen, Nadiya, their daughter Ren, and his consort, Alucard. But his city boils with conspiracy and rebellion, fuelled by rumours he is causing magic to fade from the word.

Now Kosika, a child Antari, sits on the throne of White London. The new queen leads her people in new rituals of sacrifice and blood in devotion to the altar of Holland Vosijk, summoning vast power she may not be able to control.

Now Lila and Kell, living free on the waves, are charged by the captain of the Floating Market to retrieve an immensely powerful artefact, stolen by secretive forces.

Now Tes, a young woman with a knack for fixing broken things, is thrust into the affairs of Antari and kings, traitors and thieves. And only her unique powers can weave the threads of power together.

A triumphant return to the worlds of The Shades of Magic, The Fragile Threads of Power continues the stories of fan-favourite characters Kell, Lila, Rhy and Alucard, and introduces a new generation of magic, shadows and embers in the dark.

Book Summary:

Red London has endured a lot over the past few years, but it survived. With Rhy Maresh on the throne, some are still unhappy with the potential outlook. These people formed a group known as The Hand and wanted to take out the king.

Rhy is not without allies, as Delilah Bard, Kell Maresh, and Alucard are all by his side, plus many others. However, each character has their own problems to deal with, as they are soon to be reminded of.

My Review:

Ahhh! I think it’s a tradition for me to be behind on reading everything Shades of Magic. I was late to discover the original series, and now I’m late in reading The Fragile Threads of Power, though at least this time, only by a year (oops).

I don’t know why, but part of my trepidation for reading The Fragile Threads of Power is because I got irrationally afraid that the series was about to kill Kell off. So I got two chapters into the series, panicked, and shut the book. It took me a further two weeks to get over myself and continue reading. Yes, I embarrass myself sometimes.

The good news is that I can safely say that The Fragile Threads of Power is worth the wait! This novel has multiple stories/perspectives weaving throughout to tell a larger story. You can already tell it will be another complex and probably very dangerous adventure.

While some twists were predictable, I largely found myself enchanted with this return to the world(s). The new characters were a nice addition, though I almost wish Tes was in her own series instead (so readers could have more time to explore her ability).

I look forward to seeing where the Threads of Power series leads. Here’s hoping my favorite characters continue to live and tell enchanting stories!

Highlights:
Part of a longer series
Magical Worlds
Politics, Drama, Family Dynamics
Magic & Pirates

Trigger Warnings:
Self-Harm & Suicidal Ideation
Controlling Behaviors

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The The Threads of Power series - The Fragile Threads of Power (Threads of Power, #1)

by V.E. Schwab

Reviewed by Quirky Cat on Dec 21, 2024

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