Starling

What another wonderful installment in a series that just gets better and better! Starling differs from the last Gryphon Insurrection book in that it follows largely one character (with a few deviations). Tresh is a gryphon we've known since book 1, but haven't had an opportunity to really get inside......more

I'm sorry for ever doubting this series. I left a somewhat average review of Eyrie, and when I first read that I wasn't expecting to be so utterly head over heels in love with this series only two books later, but here we are. This series just keeps getting better and better, and each book feels dif......more

Vale writes a compelling exploration of not just terra incognita, but of the messy boundaries between culture, personal relationships, and interpersonal relationships. All the while, there is an underlying weaving of mystery which acts as a backdrop to the action, and gives one a thirst for more. How......more

In this instalment, we follow Tresh and her expedition into the bog, and are introduced to a new threat and new friends. I thoroughly enjoyed getting to know Tresh a lot better, and the introduction of what may be a runner for favourite character. We have the same quality we've come to expect from K.......more

Another excellent addition to the series. I'm not sure if it was because I was more familiar with them, or if there was a slightly smaller main cast, but I felt much more connected with the characters. The plot wasn't as grand as the previous book, but still felt solid and strong.......more