What do You think about Vlam Van Zeven Wateren (2013)?
I adore the series and Ms. Marillier's writing, so it pains me to give this book a less than stellar review. I'm thrilled to return to Sevenwaters and much-loved characters, and I still feel the author is greatly talented. This book, though, fell short and makes me wonder if, sadly, the Sevenwaters flame is burning low. It took a very long time for me to feel invested in the story - basically until the last quarter of the book - it was slow and formulaic, and if it weren't part of a beloved series I would have put it down and moved on to something else. I could not find much sympathy for the main character, Maeve; I didn't dislike her, but her behavior was often peevish and childish and the fact of her being stuck in contemplation of what she had lost did not make for a very engaging read. I was far more interested in the other characters, particularly the brother Finbar and the other, secondary, male characters. I can say that there were some surprises towards the end of the book - though I'm not usually the first to see plot twists coming, so that may not be saying much. I did like how *some* plot lines resolved themselves, but other things felt heavy-handed and insincere, like Maeve's heavy-handed nobility when it comes to forgiving betrayals or refusing otherworldy assistance because it would be "too easy". The pacing of the climax felt off somehow - interesting, how the elements came together, but "too easy" of an ending, perhaps, for all the buildup - and yes, the romance too just seemed to be fitted in place rather than developed in a satisfying way. Overall the story lacked the emotional punch that many of Marillier's stories leave me with. I do hope to see more of Sevenwaters, if only to finish the cycle on a stronger note.
—Anna
I polished off the likely final book of this series to end my holiday break. Again, the story follows one of the daughters of Sevenwaters, who feels her life has one destiny, but is surprised to find that she has a crucial part to play in the protection of her family. She also finds a surprising love interest - after a few unlikely and unexpected twists and turns that I enjoyed. All in all, this was a fun series to read. The books were easy, quick reads. While the stories got a bit repetitive and at times long, I enjoyed them. Thanks to Susan Cato for another great recommendation!
—aprave
I loved this book. A page turner, hard to put down to sleep.
—relz
À espera que seja editado em português.
—Sazza21
