Publication Date: January 28, 2014
Publisher: HarperCollins
Source: Book Purchased by Reviewer
My rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Synopsis (from Goodreads):
This has been such a bittersweet ending for me
and I’m so happy and thankful to have been a part of this journey with Perry,
Aria, Roar, and Veronica. Thank you Ms. Rossi, for creating a series that was
absolutely perfect in every way!
The race to the Still Blue has reached a stalemate. Aria and
Perry are determines to find this last safe haven from the Aether storms before
Sable and Hess do—and they are just as determined to stay together.
Within the confines of a cave they’re using as a makeshift
refuge, they struggle to reconcile their people, Dwellers and Outsiders, who
are united only in their hatred of their desperate situation. Meanwhile, time
is running out to rescue Cinder, who was abducted by Hess and Sable for his
unique abilities. Then Roar arrives in a grief-stricken fury, endangering all
with his need for revenge.
Out of options, Perry and Aria assemble an unlikely team for
an impossible rescue mission. Cinder isn’t just the key to unlocking the Still
Blue and their only hope for survival—he’s also their friend. And in a dying
world, the bonds between people are what matter most.
This book was absolutely perfect. Veronica Rossi stayed true
to herself and her characters and gave them the ending that they deserved,
total happiness. I love how every moment was full of action, emotion, and
romance-oh, the romance! She did such a
great job at bringing this series to an end and I couldn't be happier!
We pick up Into the
Still Blue right where Through the
Ever Night left off. As you can imagine, the aftermath of saving the
Dwellers from the pods and bringing them to Tides compound was not as smooth a
transition as we would have hoped for. Not to mention the disastrous results of
Roar and Aria’s visit to Rim to save Liv. Things are off to rocky start for our
trio, but after some time and drama and a few near death experiences, things
clear up really fast.
I love the relationship between Aria and Perry. Their love
is so pure and strong. They just know that no matter what happens, they’ll
always love each other and be there for each other. It’s such a beautiful thing
to watch every time they’re together. No matter what obstacles they have faced,
they always persevere because of their love for each other. Of course, I have
to admit that I am completely in love with Perry. He’s such an amazing person
and I love that he was able to step up and become the leader that we always
knew he was meant to be. Seeing him take charge and protect his tribe, protect
his people, was such a beautiful thing to watch. Even in the beginning, when he
didn't know Aria he still managed to save her life and protect her throughout
their first journey, before they fell in love. And Aria has become such a
kick-ass heroine. I love how she’s transformed throughout the entire series.
She’s so strong and brave. So sure of herself and her strengths.
Then there’s Roar. My heart broke into a million pieces for
Roar. He’s such a good person and seeing him suffer the way that he did was so
unnatural to me. bad things shouldn't happen to good people…EVER! But in the
end we see him begin to cope with everything that’s happened and finally become
at ease with his new life. I don’t think I've ever prayed for a fictional
character before, but I found myself praying for him to survive everything.
Then, somewhere along the lines, I actually started to like Soren and Brooke. I know, crazy
right?! It turns out, they both had a
lot of growing and learning to do, but in the end, when it really mattered.
They were perfect. I loved seeing them change and finally become at ease with
everything. So happy they ended on the right note!
And finally, can we talk about Veronica Rossi’s
acknowledgments?! I literally almost broke down. I feel like her words make me
want to do more, be more, than I've ever been. Like I know that I can achieve
anything I out my mind to. If you haven’t read this book GO.READ.NOW! If you
have, then I just hope that you’ll take a moment to really appreciate these
words:
”Finally, thank you for letting me tell you a story about a girl and a boy who did something extraordinary. Your turn now. Find your heading, your Still Blue, and get there. I know you can.” V. Rossi, Into the Still Blue Acknowledgment
at five out of five stars this book looks immensely good!
ReplyDeletealso, veronica rossi? i recognise the name, maybe i've read something by her before...
amy-anne at The Blog Hermit
Hey Amy! Yes, this book was soooo good! It's a series finale but I highly recommend the seried, Under the Never Sky!
DeleteBtw, love your new signature with link :P
ahahaha thank you, i learnt from the best (;
DeleteI have seen so many 5 star -rating for Veronica Rossi's books! I think I should add this in my TBR list. Thanks for sharing. :)
ReplyDeleteI definitely recommend this series! It's one of my favorites and i'm 10000% sure you'll love it too! :)
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