Apologies for writing such a quick post this week. I have been struggling to find the time and space to read. Today, I only just managed to finish the book a few minutes ago!
Anyway, here it is…
This week, I have been reading the second part of Stella Gemmell’s series The City: The Immortal Throne. This is the blurb:
“THE EMPEROR IS DEAD…LONG LIVE THE EMPEROR!
The fervent hope of the victorious rebels and the survivors of the uprising that liberated the City from tyranny is that the accession of Archange to the imperial throne will usher in a new era of freedom, peace and stability. If only that were so…
As the City struggles to return to something resembling normal life after the devastation brought on by the rebellion, word arises of a massive army gathering to the north. Its origins are a mystery, but it soon becomes apparent that its sole purpose is to destroy the City and all who live within its walls .
And while warriors go forth to fight and die on the battlefield in defence of their homeland, bitter family feuds, ancient rivalries, political and personal betrayals, and mindless murder surface within the palaces and corridors of it seems the City is under siege – from both without and within…”
And here is my immediate reaction on Goodreads:
The Immortal Throne by Stella GrahamMy rating: 4 of 5 stars
An interesting and absorbing sequel. In some places, the constant switching between places and points of view became hectic and confusing, as did the overlap with events in book one. I found some of this a bit muddled. But, as the book continued, plot lines became much clearer and everything came together in a heart-breaking, fast-paces and exciting final quarter.
Stella Gemmell has terrific talent and I am really looking forward to whatever she decides to offer readers in the future. It will be interesting to see if she returns to this world!
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After that, I have no idea what I am going to tackle next! I will let you know in next week’s post.
Until then: Happy Reading to you all!
Love and best wishes,
Anne
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The Librain
The Librain......retired 
Anne, I also hope that there is relief in sight for you. The winter is long and dark and you…