Realm United by Katie Keridan

Genre: Fantasy, Romance, YA | Publication Date: October 8, 2024

Thank you Katie Keridan and BookSparks for the free paperback copy!

☕ Quick Take:

A breathtaking and satisfying conclusion to the Felserpent Chronicles! Realm United delivers intense action, rich world-building, and a love story that transcends time.

📖 Synopsis:

In the final book of the Felserpent Chronicles, Kyra Valorian and Sebastian Sayre are facing their greatest challenge yet—reuniting the divided realms of Aeles and Nocens while stopping the dangerous Tallus. Tallus has taken control of Aeles and threatens to unleash a deadly weapon capable of eradicating all silver-blooded Daevals. To save her people, Kyra uncovers a way to defeat him, but it requires a devastating sacrifice she isn't sure she can make.

As Sebastian steps into the public eye, haunted by his dark past, he struggles to win the trust of the realm's leaders. Together, Kyra and Sebastian must navigate betrayal, old alliances, and the weight of their shared past if they hope to bring peace to their world. But will the cost of saving their people be too high?

💭 My Thoughts:

Realm United is an epic, heart-pounding conclusion to the Felserpent Chronicles, and it completely blew me away. Katie Keridan delivered everything I wanted in a finale: high stakes, emotional sacrifices, and an incredibly satisfying resolution to every storyline.

Kyra and Sebastian’s character arcs were deeply moving, especially as they grappled with the consequences of their past decisions and the weight of their responsibilities. I loved seeing how both characters evolved throughout the series, and in this final book, their personal growth felt so rewarding.

And can we talk about Batty for a moment? He continues to be the standout character for me. His humor, loyalty, and charm made him such a joy to read, and even amidst the heavier themes, Batty always brought a smile to my face.

The magic system and world-building have been a consistent strength throughout the series, and Keridan really brought it all together in Realm United. The action sequences were gripping, the plot twists kept me on the edge of my seat, and the lore was beautifully interwoven into the climax of the story.

I honestly don’t think Keridan could have done a better job of tying up the series. Every storyline came full circle, and there wasn’t a single loose end. This is the kind of series I can see myself rereading and recommending to fantasy fans of all ages.

🌟 Final Thoughts:

A must-read for YA fantasy lovers, Realm United wraps up the Felserpent Chronicles in the most epic and satisfying way. With captivating characters, a richly imagined world, and a powerful love story, this book will leave you thinking about it long after you’ve turned the final page.