This book was a grand finale. And I mean grand. After excruciating losses, Vahly has to fight her most important and dangerous battle yet. And if she loses, water will sweep over the land and everyone and everything will be lost. And I can't say more for fear of spoilers.

But let's take a minute and talk about Vahly's adopted mother, Amona. Not only is Vahly adopted, but her mother is a different kind. Vahly is human; Amona is dragon. And yet, never does Vahly treat Amona as though she is anything less than her mother, as though biological counts for more and adopted is a lesser form of parenthood. And never does Amona treat Vahly as anything less than her own, coming to her rescue, being for her, always on her side, even when she makes decisions that might seem foolhardy. It's a beautiful relationship, a healing relationship, in a world of families filled with brokenness. Very surprising and very cool.

The finale was everything and has earned Alisha a fan for life. I was given a free copy of the audiobook from the author and have reviewed it willingly. ( )

This was a stunningly magnificent story and series. I loved how there is so much action, drama, and suspense throughout the entire story. The characters are breathtakingly, beautifully developed. The personalities of the characters are so intensely felt throughout it. The descriptions throughout the entire series were skillfully portrayed. Reading this story has you immersed into as if you are the characters. You feel a connection to them on a very deep level. The ending made me feel the joy of the characters. The artwork of the cover is spectacular. This series is a fantastic must read that will not disappoint. ( )