Down A Darker Path by Laura Maybrooke

My rating: 5 of 5 stars


I’m already about one-third into the third book of the series, so I’ll keep this review short and to the point. All three books have already begun to mix in my head in one completely engrossing narrative, so I’ll do my best not to give out any spoilers.

“Down A Darker Path”, book two of the Dulcea's Rebellion series by Laura Maybrooke, picks up right where book one ends. Dulcea is still torn between the war, which it seems less and less possible to win, and her feelings for Krath, who remains an enigma to her and a hateful enemy to those whose opinion is important to her. The slow-burn romance is a joy to read for those who, like me, appreciate a deep, thought-provoking love story that interweaves seamlessly with other events in the book.

Dulcea fights for the freedom not only of her own people, but of the whole continent that has suffered centuries of oppression. And for that, she is loved by many who believe in change, evokes interest in those who have the power to influence history, and is hated by ignorant and purely evil.

Dulcea is in love with a man, but she has to deal with his controversial past and dark nature. Krath agrees to open his secrets to her by letting her read his story he has documented himself. But can he open his long-dead, not-beating heart to her too?

Her allies all have a vision of her they’ve drawn in their minds and don’t hesitate to demand from her that she meets their expectations. I felt sorry for the disappointed elven priest Myoden. He isn’t a bad man. And Dulcea understands that he is a product of his upbringing. Her mightiest ally and a symbol of hope for many in her army, dragon leader Amparo crosses the line in their relationship. Can their friendship survive that?

“Down A Darker Path” took me on a wild ride, and upon finishing it, I didn’t want to be left hanging with my head dangling down in the air, on the topmost place of the rollercoaster. So, as I mentioned at the beginning of this review, I’m already deep in the continuation of Dulcea’s story. And I know for sure that I’ll read everything the author writes next about the incredible fantasy world she has masterfully created.




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