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Everything you could want from a concluding volume of a series: packed with adventure and gisly deaths, it's funny in places, romantic in others, and above all, neat and tidy at the end. . . breathless entertainment. (SFX )
Amid a sea of bland high-fantasy novels, this is a good one, an intricately plotted tale of love and politics, set against the backdrop of a rich fantasy realm with interesting magic, and peopled with characters whom the reader grows to care about. A fa (KIRKUS starred review )
What a blast of a series this is! Fiona McIntosh's Quickening trilogy has been a non-stop breathtaking romp from start to finish, and Bridge Of Souls concludes all the adventure, grisly deaths and megalomaniacal machinations in gleeful style. . . breathlessly entertaining and oodles of fun. (Interzone )
Amid a sea of bland high-fantasy novels, this is a good one, an intricately plotted tale of love and politics, set against the backdrop of a rich fantasy realm with interesting magic, and peopled with characters whom the reader grows to care about. A fa (KIRKUS starred review )
What a blast of a series this is! Fiona McIntosh's Quickening trilogy has been a non-stop breathtaking romp from start to finish, and Bridge Of Souls concludes all the adventure, grisly deaths and megalomaniacal machinations in gleeful style. . . breathlessly entertaining and oodles of fun. (Interzone )
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The epic conclusion to The Quickening trilogy.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Just a short review of one of the best books I have ever read. I was even compelled to read it over again, which I thoroughly enjoyed.
Bridge of Souls was by far my favourite where we conclude the epic tale of Wyl Thrisk.
The characters in the book felt real and I love how the author incorporated magic , which was why I felt compelled to read this book.
After reading some other peoples reviews I felt the need to write something really positive about this beautifully written trilogy, which I am sure I will read over and over again.
Bridge of Souls was by far my favourite where we conclude the epic tale of Wyl Thrisk.
The characters in the book felt real and I love how the author incorporated magic , which was why I felt compelled to read this book.
After reading some other peoples reviews I felt the need to write something really positive about this beautifully written trilogy, which I am sure I will read over and over again.
10 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Bridge of Souls is the final book of the excellent Quickening Trilogy by Fiona McIntosh. I am certainly not an expert in reviewing science fiction and fantasy but I have to say that this is the most refreshing, new and intellectual fantasy I have read in a long time. If you've read Myrrens Gift and Blood and Memory then you'll be eagerly awaiting the final chapter in this memorable trilogy.
Fiona McIntosh is a seductress of fantasy which she expertly takes to a level which is comparable to Robin Hobb and Ian Irvine. The charactors are extremely well thought out and a number of heroes emerge here who all play an integral role in the final outcome. Try not to make any assumptions about what you believe will happen. Fiona has become expert at throwing a spanner in the works and the path she takes the reader down has so many twists and turns that you find yourself mentally exhausted and excited at scenarios you simply could not have imagined.
I do not want to give too much away regarding the the plot but Bridge of Souls moves comfortably along with numerous sub-plots and the reader wonders how they will all come together in the end. Fear not though - Fiona leaves no loose ends. It's not sticky and sweet but sometimes hard hitting and cruel. Without a doubt it is compulsive reading and sleeping, eating and working simply tend to get in the way. I suggest you put some quality time aside to read it.
The Quickening Trilogy sets a high precedent for other fantasy writers and Fiona McIntosh has certainly emerged as a confident and competent author in what is sometimes referred to as a niche market. But I suspect there is a great deal more to come and I will certainly follow her career with interest. I urge you to put her on your reading list - you won't be disappointed.
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This is the third and final book in The Quickening trilogy (after Myrren's Gift and Blood and Memory).
In the Wild, Wyl now knows that he has to become king of Morgravia in order to put an end to Myrren's curse. However, he cannot provoque the magic or he will have to face even more terrible consequences. There also is Fynch's destiny revealed to him: with the help of the creatures of the Thicket, he must get the world rid of Elysius's brother, the dark magician Rashlyn, King Cailech's barshi.
Meanwhile, Aremys the huge Grenadyne mercenary has been teleported by the Thicket to the Razors. At first made prisoner by the warrior Myrt and his men, his previous dealings with Celimus and his knowledge of the Morgravian sovereign later help him get into Cailech's good books and become his counsellor. He suggests the King of the Mountain Kingdom organize a peace parley with Celimus. Acting as go-between, Aremys gambles and offers to deliver Ylena as guarantee.
In Morgravia, as Celimus performs further random acts of cruelty, killing any who dares questions certain mysterious deaths but always managing to put the blame on alleged traitorous nobles, his Chancellor Jessom becomes less and less convinced about his King's course of actions. And as the wedding day draws nearer, Queen Valentyna of Briavel finds it increasingly difficult to resolve to marry this tyrant.
This volume is more focused on the Mountain Kingdom, and I really enjoyed discovering further facets of Myrt, Cailech, and also Aremys, as well as reading about Lothryn and Gueryn's ordeals at the hands of twisted Rashlyn. I was a little dubious at first about the whole magical aspect introduced in this volume with Fynch's inheritance, wondering where Fiona McIntosh was taking the plot, but in the end she managed to blend it in almost seamlessly and surprised me once again with the breath-taking twists and jaw-dropping turns that I have come to love and look forward to.
In the Wild, Wyl now knows that he has to become king of Morgravia in order to put an end to Myrren's curse. However, he cannot provoque the magic or he will have to face even more terrible consequences. There also is Fynch's destiny revealed to him: with the help of the creatures of the Thicket, he must get the world rid of Elysius's brother, the dark magician Rashlyn, King Cailech's barshi.
Meanwhile, Aremys the huge Grenadyne mercenary has been teleported by the Thicket to the Razors. At first made prisoner by the warrior Myrt and his men, his previous dealings with Celimus and his knowledge of the Morgravian sovereign later help him get into Cailech's good books and become his counsellor. He suggests the King of the Mountain Kingdom organize a peace parley with Celimus. Acting as go-between, Aremys gambles and offers to deliver Ylena as guarantee.
In Morgravia, as Celimus performs further random acts of cruelty, killing any who dares questions certain mysterious deaths but always managing to put the blame on alleged traitorous nobles, his Chancellor Jessom becomes less and less convinced about his King's course of actions. And as the wedding day draws nearer, Queen Valentyna of Briavel finds it increasingly difficult to resolve to marry this tyrant.
This volume is more focused on the Mountain Kingdom, and I really enjoyed discovering further facets of Myrt, Cailech, and also Aremys, as well as reading about Lothryn and Gueryn's ordeals at the hands of twisted Rashlyn. I was a little dubious at first about the whole magical aspect introduced in this volume with Fynch's inheritance, wondering where Fiona McIntosh was taking the plot, but in the end she managed to blend it in almost seamlessly and surprised me once again with the breath-taking twists and jaw-dropping turns that I have come to love and look forward to.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Good end to an entertaining saga
I found this a good ending to the trilogy - all loose ends tied up nicely.
Definately need to read Myrrens Gift & Blood & Memory first! Read more
Definately need to read Myrrens Gift & Blood & Memory first! Read more
Published 17 months ago by M. A. Day
very hard reading
it's hard work reading her books though once you've bought the 1st in a series you have to get the rest to find out what happens in the end.
Published 20 months ago by Mr. K. W. Moseley
Disappointing
The basic idea of the quickening is interesting but it's not enough for a trilogy. Result is a very thin spread repetitive story about people travelling through the countries for... Read more
Published on 15 July 2009 by J. W. Kommer
Brilliant
Wow, I totally love this writer, has read the quickening trilogy and also the Trinity series and I just can't get enough, really easy reading but the plots and characters are so... Read more
Published on 23 Sep 2008 by Ms. G. Waite
Magic that just doesn't add up
Having read the reviews for both book 1 and book 3 of this series, and having read all three books with dogged determination, several issues became apparent to me - echoed by a... Read more
Published on 11 Dec 2007 by Teleute
An original plot, spoiled by an (Fy)inch too far...
The idea on which this series is based, is original and engaging.I am afraid that is it for the good points! The characters are haphazardly thrown together. Read more
Published on 27 Mar 2007 by Mr A. D.
Not the best in the seires,
just finished the third book and it's much better than this one. Of course you need this one to completely follow the next. Read more
Published on 15 Mar 2006 by Rylin
An excellent ending to a good series
I thoroughly enjoyed the previous two books in this series and was looking forward to reading the last book in the trilogy.
The books are a bit bizarre. Read more
Published on 1 Feb 2006 by bookaholic
I'm sorry ....
I wanted to like this series of books. I really did. The concept is great, but, the story are so badly realised. Read more
Published on 17 Jan 2006 by S Cooper-Groom
I would give it 10 Stars if I could
I have been dying to read the conclusion to this trilogy. I bought this book in the UK as it doesn't come out in America until March. Read more
Published on 11 Jan 2006 by J. Stinson
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