4.5/5 Lightning Bolts Recommended for: Fans of dragon politics, morally grey shadow daddies, and heroines who choose violence.
The Turkish edition of the sequel, Demir Alev 2 (Iron Flame), has finally landed on shelves, and it is safe to say that the Empyrean series has officially evolved from a fantasy romance phenomenon into a full-blown war epic. Demir Alev 2 - Rebecca Yarros
Warning: Very mild spoilers for Fourth Wing (Demir Alev 1) below. No major spoilers for Iron Flame . No major spoilers for Iron Flame
But fair warning: The romance takes a backseat to the war. If you are here solely for the spice (which, yes, is still excellent), know that you have to earn it through 600+ pages of political maneuvering and magical theory. Let’s be honest. Middle books in a fantasy series often suck. They are usually filler—travel montages and training scenes. Let’s be honest
However, be prepared for . This book ends on a cliffhanger that makes the ending of Fourth Wing look like a gentle lullaby. I stared at the wall for twenty minutes after finishing it. The Final Verdict Demir Alev 2 is not a comfortable read. It is long. It is messy. Violet makes frustrating decisions, and the plot sometimes moves at a breakneck pace that leaves you dizzy.