Final Rating:
Date of Completion: 28/06/2024
Published by: HarperVoyager
ISBN: B0CN757VWG
‘Sunbringer’ is a terrific sequel that builds upon the events of Godkiller and delivers strong political intrigue.
Similar read: The Battle Drum by Saara El-Arifi
Cover:
While I like this cover art and the colour scheme, I wish it had clearer ties to the story or portrayed at least one of the central characters.
Writing:
Hannah Kaner once again delivers an engaging writing style with vivid descriptions that effortlessly brought this sequel to life. I was also impressed by the intricate expansion of the fantasy world, which made it even more fascinating.
nothing good would be built on shame.
Storyline:
The story picks up shortly after the events of the previous book and immediately begins setting the scene for the political conflict that unfolds. While the pacing seemed a bit slow in the first half, and some events happened behind the scenes, moments of action and tension gradually built to a gripping climax.
Main character(s):
I found myself loving Kissen, Elogast, and Inara even more as they each face complex situations that drive further character development. Details of their emotions, motives, and struggles also added depth to their characters and made them incredibly compelling. I only wish Kissen had been given more focus, as she was my favourite from Godkiller and seemed more like a secondary character in this sequel.
Nothing was more frightening than a smart woman with a vendetta and a plan.
Secondary characters:
A brilliant mix of secondary characters from Godkiller and new characters play significant roles and support the expanded scope of the story. I especially loved the complexity and focus given to Skediceth and Aaron, as their perspectives enriched the story.
Narration & Audio:
Kit Griffiths’s narration was absolutely fantastic! Their smooth and natural delivery, along with the use of character voices and accents, truly brought the story to life.
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