A splendid end to the Soul Hate trilogy

Soul Fate is the last book in Hannah Kingley's wonderful Soul Hate series, with the creative notion that we have Soulhates, not only Soulmates, plus incredible characters, political intrigue and twists to have you holding your heart. Read my 4.25 review.

Democracy is threatened, in danger of dissolving completely, since Renza was forced to take power as the Maestrus. Renza & Idris are back to being governed by the Soul Hate, at least Idris. He avoids her and does not hide his rage since her decision. Halice must push back the Holy States permanently. War is at their doorstep. Therefore, Renza and Idris must find a way to work together and save their people.

The author has a knack of making the 1st person POV envelop the whole of the world they have created. Renza's thoughts feel like a conversation with us, thankfully eradicating the pompousity the could have suffered from with its political intrigue, impending war and so on. The Soul Hate, as always, is depicted magnificently, vividly to the point you can almost taste it. Descriptions excel in a beautifully choreographed ballet of the senses. Most chapters, satisfactorily, start with one of them.

Foreboding and foreshadowing make their presence known. Consequences from book 2 spill over into book 3. This installment is emotionally charged and I'm here for it. Renza's strategy is solid and I love learning about it as it comes to pass, against unfavorable odds and people's malice. Her turmoil is palpable. The plot thickens, twists, throws unbelievable obstacles and vicious enemies in our heroes' way testing them constantly, though strength, allies and deep motivation prevail.

I continue to enjoy the character relationships. That includes Renza's family who as expected, do the unexpected. You cannot help but root for our Soul Hates to make it and Idris is a worthy partner, as he empowers her.

Why hasn't someone told the author yet that creamy is a very unfortunate word to use as a descriptor unless for dessert? We do encounter a bit of hyperbole in some descriptions and repetitiveness does seem to slip into otherwise beautifully written imagery. In intense moments, I don't need to know her dress was flitting around her ankles. Sometimes less is more. The Red Root subplot undermined or FMC's growth, then disappeared thankfully, as if forgotten.

The book says: "Choices have power, but they also have consequences" and this finale shows that in all its glory. Totally enraptured in the fate of this city and its people, I think I chanted "Halice" too. I was also totally in awe of the masterfulness of the plan. And the cruelty of Fate. This trilogy shows us that the author, Hannah Kingsley, is one to watch out for.