No spoilers.I wish I didn't let these books sit that long on my TBR. This is the fifth of a six book series, and I have to say that it keeps getting better and better with each book, as a bit more is uncovered of the world and of the characters. Interesting storyline and twist at the end, and a plot that moves along. It is always a pleasure to read a series that is already complete, unlike so many that drag on for years.Now off to book six. These books just keep getting better. The writing is better, the characters have developed some depth and complexity, and even though things have gotten a little darker, it’s still not dark fantasy – and that’s a good thing for this series I think.And it’s ditto what I have already said about the previous books regarding Tim Gerard Reynolds audio narration ie very good.Royce and Hadrian are back and go right into the heart of the Empire, determined to save the Heir of Novron and Princess Arista. I won’t say too much more about that, but it will involve jousting – and what medieval style fantasy would be complete without jousting!The puppet Empress Mordena is to be married off at the culmination of the Wintertide celebrations. But Mordena has her own plans to clog up the wheels of the Nyphron Church. And it’s not going to be all smooth sailing for Royce and Hadrian either. Hadrian will be faced with the choice to sell his soul for those he cares for most – and Royce’s path will take a dark turn he might never come back from.I’ve already started listening to the final book. This one gets my highest rating yet for the series at...4.5 stars
What do You think about Wintertide (2010)?
The best book of the series so far. So many twists and turns! I have to know what happens!!!
—Dhredz
What a rollercoaster ride this book was. I went from Oh NOOOOOOOOO to YEEEEEEEEES
—esteesalem
