Fourth Wing

I fell for the hype back in May when this book was first released, and I certainly understood the hype surrounding it. In fact, I went on to re-read this book later in October, right before the release of the second book in the series. 

The world-building was incredibly easy to follow, the plot ramped up over the course of the entire book, and did I mention there are dragons? Personally, I would say this book reminds me of a Divergent and Eragon mix in the best way.

Violet, our FMC, has you hooked trying to figure out her past,… show more.

A romantasy, you say? Sure! Why not! We’re talking hand flex vibes here and no one brings it like Xaden Riorson.

I love this book so much I’ve read it twice already, and I’ll do it again. It’s meant for adult readers so there are some very sexy times, but what I love so much about this book, once again, is the tension. The pining. The I-will-burn-the-world-for-you and as long as you’re safe you don’t ever need to know it was me behind the scenes loving you.

Also, there are dragons. And challenges. And it’s basically Twilight meets The Hunger… show more.

I’m a sucker for a good coming-of-age story, especially when set in the world of an epic fantasy. And let’s face it. Badass dragons? Sexy, leather-clad dragon riders? Sold. Just shut up and take my money. But for me, the most irresistible thing about this story is that it always zigs when you think it is going to zag. It’s charming, funny, feels good, and keeps you guessing until the end. 

Speaking of the end, I guarantee your face will resemble the “mind blown” emoji as you read the last page, and you’ll be hitting the pre-order button for the… show more.

This book has the promise of deeper world-building as the series progresses and doesn’t dump a lot on you all at once.

The unique magic system and pair-bonding with dragons was fun and not often seen in fantasy series. The action scenes were well crafted, and it was obvious the author did her research on military combat strategies.

The smut is mild. There’s a lot of pining and the hint of a love triangle. This is described as enemies to lovers, but it most certainly is not. Adversaries to lovers is a more apt description, but even still, they’re not… show more.

I really wanted to hate this book. I've been seeing the hype about it since I joined Bookstagram in May; it's pretty much all anyone talks about. I was highly suspicious when I saw it compared to other books that I decidedly don't like, and I was right. I don't like it.

I love it!

The world-building is beautifully structured; it's not too much at once, letting you feel the world coming into focus as you read while remaining curious about all the things you don't know yet, things that are hinted at closer to the end of the book,… show more.

Fourth Wing had me in another world. As an obsessed reader, I fall deep into novels—especially worlds filled with dragons and magical forests. Fourth Wing is a strong fantasy novel that delivers everything.

Violet Sorrengail waited to follow in her father's footsteps and join the scribe quadrant but was sentenced to the rider's quadrant by her mother, the general. Violet's character arc is sweeping, from weak rider to the most powerful bonded rider in the rider's quadrant.

Not only encompassing the underdog niche perfectly, this book delivers more, giving us a Romeo-Juliet romance between bonded rider Xaden Riorson, who… show more.

Where do I start? It’s been a really long time since a high fantasy with dragon riders gripped me so intensely.

Not only was I completely drawn in by the on-point character banter, the worldbuilding was rich without being overbearing, and the political drama was realistic without being cumbersome like some high fantasies are.

It hit this glorious sweet spot of palatable high fantasy for people with low attention spans (haha) that I think Sarah J. Maas hits really well. Truly, I can’t recommend this book enough. Plus, the sequels are coming steadily!

Fourth Wing has everything that a fantasy reader loves! It is the perfect combination of adventure and romance that sucks the reader in and doesn’t let go. It is one of those books that you think about for a long time after you finish it.

If you love dragons and epic worlds, then pick this book up!

I am not a fantasy reader. I usually don’t care for epic series. But I do love how Rebecca Yarros weaves tales and her ability to write groups of friends goes beyond her military romances and new adult romances.

I was absolutely entranced by Fourth Wing and the world Yarros gives us. “Obsessed” is an understatement. While I wait for book two to release in November, I can’t help but theorize what will happen next. Is Violet’s mom a good guy or bad one? How hard does Xaden have to grovel? Yarros has called herself Dain’s apologist…surely it will take… show more.

Fourth Wing was my most recent read and boy did I devour this one. To me, the book is a mixture of Divergent, Hunger Game, Ember in the Ashes, and How to Train a Dragon, but steamier, and there is nothing wrong with that.

If you’re not into college romance and enemies-to-lover books, then stay away from this one, but for all the fantasy and romance lovers, you will be glad you read it.