Book 5: A satisfactory ending to the series, which was much longer than I expected. Nonetheless, I'd be happy to read more about what happens to these characters that I have come to care for.

3.5 engaging conclusion to the series ( )

Book #5 and finale to a terrific and recommended series by Rachel Caine. Creative world, interesting characters, and a theme for readers of all ages: who is entitled to knowledge? With the death of an important character, the evil Archivist has been banished, but forces are amassing around Alexandria and the Great Library: several nation’s fleets are just outside the harbor, the Russians are camped outside the northeast gate, and the Archivist in exile has spies everywhere. Everyone on the team must fight with everything they have to avoid disaster: Jess has to rescue important papers from the Archivist’s office so Thomas can activate an ancient failsafe designed by Heron, treachery abounds leading to kidnapping, extortion, and deadly attacks, new alliances and bonds are formed, new leaders emerge, and of course, there is much bloodshed and sacrifice in the battle to preserve knowledge for all. 4.5 stars, but start with the first book. ( )

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I AM NOT OKAY THIS BOOK IS A MASTERPIECE I HAVE SO MANY FEELING IT HUUUURTS BUT OMFG IT WAS THE PERFECT CONCLUSION AHHHHHHHDJHDHHRYJFFFYGJFD !!!!! ( )