Empire of storms

This is a Miniature Character Collection, the book size is 145cm x 98cm with a reading font size 5 - 6pt definitely pocket-friendly but if you're to read this in a moving vehicle it's not advisable. I received it in a protected packaging, delivery took 2 weeks as estimated.

I just completed reading this book and now am wishing that I I'd never finished it in 3 days, wishing that I'd took it up to 5 days because this book is the best book in the whole series.. The plot the secrets(the revelation of those secrets) left me lamenting... This book is very much like GoT with all the POVs and plot twist and especially the ending, which left me lamenting even after five days.. I finished ToD today and understood why SJM had to write ToD what with Maeve and all... Can't wait foe September 2018..i don't know what I'll do till then but I'll survive, if only to see how it all ends...

The book is in great condition ! . Timely delivery !!

La saga de Trono de Cristal no hace más que mejorar con cada libro y este no podía ser una excepción...el final es devastador cuanto menos :(

It’s been a while since Aelin has reclaimed her throne, and whilst she’s the rightful heir to Terrasen, that doesn’t mean the lords of the north will join her cause into war. So, along with her small Court, she will have to find new allies and perhaps, reclaim a favor or two.Empire of Storms is filled with action scenes that are memorable and the more we get to know these characters, the more we care about them. Aelin’s Court is one of my favorite found-families because everybody is so different and they’re constantly teasing each other yet, they willingly risk their lives any chance given so the whole world can be a better place.I do have mixed feelings about some interactions but that’s because circumstances haven’t been exactly a party. For example, I want Gavriel and Aedion to share some father-son moments without Aedion being constantly on edge. The same happens with Manon and Dorian being a couple. I think Dorian has suffered from the very beginning and he deserves better, so I’m not sure Manon can bring a better side of him after all he’s been through.On the other hand, Elide and Lorcan’s interaction always made me laugh (I have a dark sense of humor) and the way they both changed so much was quite entertaining to watch. He’s always so grumpy and unfortunately he’s only known violence, so when Elide shows him that he’s able to have a soft side, well, that’s just perfect. They complemented each other very well.But, ah, how could I forget to mention my favorite power couple ever? Rowan and Aelin are perfect as individual characters but also as a couple not only because their magic fits, but because they respect and understand each other in a way words cannot explain. Rowan will always be the love of my life and I’m so in love with him that it’s ridiculous. He’s strong, kind, intelligent and since he’s with Aelin, he’s the kind of man that deserves all the happiness in the world. Aelin too –she has shown so much growth that I can’t help but to support her cause, even though sometimes she scares the hell out of me (and her Court too).I admire and love them both, that’s why I’m eager to see their happy ending, despite the fact that there are so many battles yet to be fought. Still, I’m so damn grateful that we get to see a glimpse of true happiness –something they both were craving to live.I pretty much enjoy all Aelin's Court because they’re a bunch of people who deserve to be at ease. They kick ass, yes, but they also have been strong enough to survive all perils. I admire each and every single one of them and whenever they get hurt, a part of me suffers too.If I could describe this book in a few words, I’d probably say this is a whole experience and even if it's a re-read for me, I loved it just the same way I did the first time, perhaps even more. We get huge character development, found families, extremely entertaining action scenes and of course, everything is setting up for the real boss battle.I mean, Erawan is one of the best villains I’ve ever read and I dare to say he is what nightmares are made of. He takes his time to torture not only people’s bodies, but their souls too. He’s one of those characters that literally give me chills and I’m both scared and eager to see what will happen next.Now, this book ends with a major cliffhanger so I would recommend you to have the next remaining books by your side.And like I said, this book is still one of my favorite books ever! I cried, I laughed, I was moved by the love they shared (whether they’re a couple, friends or family) and a part of me is scared to finish a series I’ve been following for the past six years, but I need answers!

I want you to stop for a moment and think about all the characters within the Throne of Glass series, how you perceived them, what they look like, what they sound like, and the decisions they are known to make. Now, throw all of what you know into a blender. Close the lid. Press down on the go button and turn the nozzle all the way up to its highest level. What you are left with is a nourishing and new delightful new dish that our minds weren't ready for. Sarah J Maas turns everything upside down in Empire of Storms, her 5th installment in the series, which has us all scrambling for more immediately.Maas brilliantly makes each of her characters into something they weren't before. They all develop organically into new people, but these new developments make perfect sense. For example, Aelin begins the book heading North of Terrasen in order to help build herself an army. She finds that the people are not so inclined to back her up, considering she's been gone for over 10 years, but was actually always present with her sworn enemy, the late King of Adarlan, playing as his puppet assassin as Cealena Sardothien. Many don't take too kindly to her history, and many of those that she encounters find more reasons to not back her up, than to do so.Based on the Aelin we've grown to know, we would think she would blow up into a vengeful tirade, spewing her new found power of fire, stopping close but short of a tyrant. However, that Aelin is not there. She's become ever more calculating, less hot-headed, and deathly more focused on saving her people and land. She not only fights two wars against both the Dark King Erawan and her Aunt Meave, Queen of the Fae, she does more than crosses blades in these wars. She uses her mind as well as her muscle in order to produce an end result she wants. From page one until the very end result, Aelin orchestrated EVERYTHING. It's that type of sleight of hand intellectual reflex that has me blown away with her character growth.Prince Rowan, once sworn to Queen Mauve, now sworn to Aelin, serves his Queen in every way possible. When we first met him in Heir of Fire he was disassocitive, broody, and not the most likeable character. Aelin has helped to transform him into something more vulnerable, to the point where he will freely show some PDA with Aelin in front of others. While some of his old cadre (old Fae friends/associates sworn to Mauve) would see this as a weakness, this is in fact far from the truth. Prince Rowan will stop at nothing to protect Aelin, even if it means protecting her from herself. He's still a fierce fighter, but now, he has a worthy cause to fight for---a future with his Queen.Aedion goes through some pretty hefty transformations that mainly deal with things that come out from the plot itself. I won't discuss everything, but Aedion grows to accept who his parents are and what that means. He's every bit as fierce as Aelin can be, and he becomes one of her most loyal soldiers. He also finds a budding romance with a shapeshifter by name of Lysandra. Their relationship was very sensitive, on account of Lysandra's history. She has been defiled by many men, and Aedion is very cautious with her at first, as he should be. Lysandra was a very refreshing character to read about. Her ability to transform into almost anything was pretty epic. Lysandra's fight sequences were some of the best of the series, and she reminded me of a mini Aelin. She's also completely devoted to Aelin, almost to a fault. It's a magical experience to see such a fierce and brutal character, rife with molestation, loss of power, and a dehumanizing childhood, turn into a character that is able to finally allow love to blossom.King Dorian has the biggest transformation in the entire series. A fair warning to those about to read Empire of Storms, this will not be the same character you grew to love. His innocence is gone. His power is his own. The killing of his father by his own hand, seeing the love of his life Sorscha murdered because of his father, and the months of being held hostage inside his body by a Valg Prince has changed Dorian forever. He is darker, less talkative, and more of a man of action. He has become sadistic and this leads him to a very surprising romance (although I approve) with Manon of Blackbeak. He's become as cold as the ice he wields, and he has now become a force to be reckoned with along side Aelin. He is after all, the King of Andarlan. King Dorian begins to realize the position he is now in, and you see him push his weight around when you least expect it. However, he's very quiet during heightened situations, especially when it comes to plotting along side the other characters. You knew when he decided to speak, his words would change the dynamic. I'm not sure if I personally love his more sadistic side, what I do love is that he recognizes his power. I look forward to seeing how he'll wield it in the future.Lorcan, another Fae male that's apart of the cadre. Also, the same person who Aelin and Rowan tricked at the end of Queen of Shadows into thinking he took one of the wyrdkeys from them for his Queen. He's known as the Fae male who trained Rowan into what he is now. He's a character filled with vengeful hate, and it becomes amplified 100 fold when he realizes that he was tricked. However, a long his journey he meets Elide who is also on the run. Manon helped her escape her uncle and the tower she was held captive in, and now Lorcan and Elide travel together. To be brief, Elide melts away the ice around his heart, and helps to provide him with a worthier reason to fight. Their romance was the one that had me the most excited, because it really did feel like it was straight out of Beauty and the Beast.Manon of Blackbeak has the most intense storyline out of them all. I fell in love with her since she was first introduce, and this new installment has just solidified that. Monon, still ever fierce, but we see some major things happen to her. I don't want to give anything away, however I will say that Manon has always known that something wasn't "right" with how her people were living. Some secrets are revealed, some major ties are cut, and we find Manon no longer in a position of power. Until...that is...when she crosses paths with Aelin again.They're plenty of other characters I can discuss but these are the ones that had the most affect on me. Empire of Storms exceeded my expectations with every aspect of the book. It had the perfect dialogue, right amount of plot twists, and pages upon pages of cinematic fights. The ending will leave you in pieces, as I'm still trying to find all of the pieces of myself. Consider this book a rollercoaster, which has a long death drop and it keeps on dropping even as you turn to the last page. I still haven't reach the bottom yet. And yet, I know I won't until the next book comes out. Sarah J Maas has just written the best in her series, possibly even the best book of her career. Do check it out!Happy Reading!