The Shadow Throne by Jennifer A. Nielsen
War has come to Carthya. It knocks at every door and window in the land. And when Jaron learns that King Vargan of Avenia has kidnapped Imogen in a plot to bring Carthya to its knees, Jaron knows it is up to him to embark on a daring rescue mission. But everything that can go wrong does.
His friends are flung far and wide across Carthya and its neighboring lands. In a last-ditch effort to stave off what looks to be a devastating loss for the kingdom, Jaron undertakes what may be his last journey to save everything and everyone he loves. But even with his lightning-quick wit, Jaron cannot forestall the terrible danger that descends on him and his country. Along the way, will he lose what matters most? And in the end, who will sit on Carthya’s throne?
The Good
Jaron risks everything to try and save his country and Imogen.
The Bad
Jaron again gets beaten several times. He and Imogen kiss several times. Jaron and Roden are captured and are almost hanged.
Ages
Ages 11+ is great for this book.
My Take
The Shadow Throne was an okay book. The storyline was pretty good, and the writing was a bit better. The kissing part is a page long (end of 271-272). Jaron at first believes that Imogen is dead (But she’s not, very predictable). I’ve currently only read these first three (there are four), but so far the series has gone down hill. I’m hoping the fourth book will not follow that trend. I would love to know your thoughts on this series! If you’ve read it, please comment below!
Story line
Characters
Scary stuff
Romance
Weird Creatures
Overall Rating
Review by Kaitlyn