I am in the middle of the final book now and it has been a really wonderful series, it feels fresh and different not like other fantasy novels. I think the evil side is so freaking interesting too. I love that the war elements reflect so much of WWII. I would give it 4 stars too as I would recommend it to be on your TBR.
Great review, reminded me why I enjoyed this series! I still need to go back to read the finale, but it's such a chunker hahaha. Couldn't agree more on the characters, they really pull you in on an emotional level. Considering your minor critiques, I think you will be very pleased with book 2. Also, you truly have NO idea what Shackle has in store for you, this series has some of the most unexpected twists I have ever come across... buckle up! 🤩🤩
I'm really looking forward to reading this series. It's on my TBR and I own all 3 books....I hope to get to it later this year. I noticed each book gets a little thicker as you go through the trilogy. :-) Thanks for the review!
Fantastic series. Genuinely one of my favourite trilogies if all time. Book 2 and 3 are even better. Tinnstra's arc is excellent, and there some of the most brutal scenes towards the end!
I just loved this book as well. It certainly fit the description of grim dark as well as being inventive in the world building. As it turns out, the three books were the last books I was able to order before The Book Depository shut down. I still have to read books 2 and 3 (hopefully, before the end of the year) and I expect Mike Shackle will deliver.
I def want to give this a try once i finally graduate this Dec and am free again 😂. Thanks for the rec and great review without giving the whole plot/story away like some do 😊
This book has some strong points, though I was mixed on it overall. Tinnstra was the standout character for me, although, yes, the cowardice dragged a bit. I didn't care much for Dren, though I'm probably the odd man out here. The villains, particularly the brother, also fell flat for me. The plot and pacing were the strongest aspect of this book, and I have to give Mike Shackle a lot of credit for crafting a fast-paced narrative.
I read we are the dead last year .First law being my favourite series ever i thought i would have a great time.And dont get me wrong i did but the world in this book is so dark and hopeless.Havent got the guts to continue with the series.
Great series, love the plot of it all....I will say the main female character was annoying as all hell for most of that first book. Also, I'm always annoyed when you have this hellish battlefield of an enviornment where the tough are going to survive and will lead in these scenarios but in this case 2 of the main characters is a 15/16yr old boy and an 18/19yr old girl...like seriously, these 2 aren't going to be the main/best protagonists to have in a world like this...especially when that 18yr old girl is a self professed coward...just, come on. Also the bad guys weren't really fleshed out that well in the first book. My negatives here aren't severe though, still a really good read, but if those nitpicks were better for me this could be an all timer series. Anyway, the story itself is fantastic.
I totally understand that - yeah we basically align in our criticisms! I hear the over all plot and journey of the trilogy as a whole is completely worth it. Very excited to continue with it. Thanks for watching!
I think it’s tough to say that one’s tastes either align or don’t completely. I think readers often overlap and diverge at different points along that line, depending on a lot of variables. But I get it though, if someone you usually don’t agree with recommend something, it’s hard to take a shot!
Ugh that torture scene tho......😬🤯. I need to pick up the second book in this series ASAP. Excellent review Sir.
Right???
Oooh!!! Dark books 🥳 yes!!! Needs!!! Great review!
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I am in the middle of the final book now and it has been a really wonderful series, it feels fresh and different not like other fantasy novels. I think the evil side is so freaking interesting too. I love that the war elements reflect so much of WWII. I would give it 4 stars too as I would recommend it to be on your TBR.
Definitely looking forward to the rest of the trilogy!
Great review, reminded me why I enjoyed this series! I still need to go back to read the finale, but it's such a chunker hahaha.
Couldn't agree more on the characters, they really pull you in on an emotional level. Considering your minor critiques, I think you will be very pleased with book 2. Also, you truly have NO idea what Shackle has in store for you, this series has some of the most unexpected twists I have ever come across... buckle up! 🤩🤩
Omg I can’t wait HAHAHA. I’ll pick up book 2 as soon as I can.
Thank you for the review.. 🎥
Adding this to the tbr, thanks Theo! I found your channel when you returned to booktube, been loving the content! Great video
@@BradySpiker so happy to have you here, thank you!!
One you moved up my TBR quite a bit!
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Just started reading Until The Last. A Fools Hope really builds upon all the best elements of the first book, and is somehow darker.
Oh snap!
God dang this sounds incredible - an absolute must read for me!!
You’ll love it, absolutely.
So glad you really enjoyed We Are the Dead! I think you will love Tinnstra in book 2 :)
@@williamgwynne I’ve heard I might!! Thanks, bro 🤙🏻
This is a great series! Book two was my favorite but book one is gritty dark fantasy perfection!
I’m so excited to continue!
I really liked the series. Glad book 1 hit home for you. Enjoy the grimdark goodness!
@@jasonrstacy I didn’t know I’d like it so dark!
I'm really looking forward to reading this series. It's on my TBR and I own all 3 books....I hope to get to it later this year. I noticed each book gets a little thicker as you go through the trilogy. :-) Thanks for the review!
@@knotslip8862 they sure do! I bet the rest are awesome, yeah I’m keen to continue.
I am so hyped about this now. I might get to it sooner than later.
Dude it was so good. I think as a package, I expect this series to be a favourite.
Fantastic series. Genuinely one of my favourite trilogies if all time. Book 2 and 3 are even better. Tinnstra's arc is excellent, and there some of the most brutal scenes towards the end!
Omg haha I can’t wait 🤙🏻
I just loved this book as well. It certainly fit the description of grim dark as well as being inventive in the world building. As it turns out, the three books were the last books I was able to order before The Book Depository shut down. I still have to read books 2 and 3 (hopefully, before the end of the year) and I expect Mike Shackle will deliver.
I think it’ll be a favourite trilogy as a package. Despite minor critiques, I had a great time and it was exactly what I was in the mood for!
Sounds interesting Theo! I may check it out at some point. Hope you’re well man.
Thanks, Chas! Definitely check it out, but again, beware it’s pretty violent haha.
I am specifically waiting for October 🤪
I love October lol
One of my favourite series
@@jopagan7602 I can see why!
I would like to read that series because I have heard very good comments. With this video, you gave me another incentive to read it. 👍
@@stjepanvaresevaccobets I’m glad! Definitely give it a try!
@@RekindledReader I just bought the first two books in the series, hopefully, my TBR can handle it.😀😂
I def want to give this a try once i finally graduate this Dec and am free again 😂. Thanks for the rec and great review without giving the whole plot/story away like some do 😊
Also I also lol'd about "if you like dark, gruesome, torture.... 😂😂"
@@cassieplatt1480 🤣🤣🤣
This book has some strong points, though I was mixed on it overall. Tinnstra was the standout character for me, although, yes, the cowardice dragged a bit. I didn't care much for Dren, though I'm probably the odd man out here. The villains, particularly the brother, also fell flat for me. The plot and pacing were the strongest aspect of this book, and I have to give Mike Shackle a lot of credit for crafting a fast-paced narrative.
I couldn’t agree more - well said. Have you read the rest of it? Apparently, the trilogy as a package is quite satisfying.
@@RekindledReader no, I have not read the rest of it, though like you I've heard good things.
Theo, I can't handle more fomo and last minute tbr changes 😂 great review!
🤣🤣 shut up and read this!
@@RekindledReader 😂😂
I read we are the dead last year .First law being my favourite series ever i thought i would have a great time.And dont get me wrong i did but the world in this book is so dark and hopeless.Havent got the guts to continue with the series.
@@spyroskampanos7965 I understand what you mean. I hear the rest is very good. Worth a shot 🤷🏻♂️
Great series, love the plot of it all....I will say the main female character was annoying as all hell for most of that first book. Also, I'm always annoyed when you have this hellish battlefield of an enviornment where the tough are going to survive and will lead in these scenarios but in this case 2 of the main characters is a 15/16yr old boy and an 18/19yr old girl...like seriously, these 2 aren't going to be the main/best protagonists to have in a world like this...especially when that 18yr old girl is a self professed coward...just, come on. Also the bad guys weren't really fleshed out that well in the first book. My negatives here aren't severe though, still a really good read, but if those nitpicks were better for me this could be an all timer series. Anyway, the story itself is fantastic.
I totally understand that - yeah we basically align in our criticisms! I hear the over all plot and journey of the trilogy as a whole is completely worth it. Very excited to continue with it. Thanks for watching!
I dunno, only people I see push this series are people whose tastes don't align with mine 🤔
I think it’s tough to say that one’s tastes either align or don’t completely. I think readers often overlap and diverge at different points along that line, depending on a lot of variables. But I get it though, if someone you usually don’t agree with recommend something, it’s hard to take a shot!