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Fantasy. Fiction. Thriller. HTML:NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER �?� Kevin Hearne creates the ultimate Atticus O'Sullivan adventure in the grand finale of the New York Times bestselling Iron Druid Chronicles: an epic battle royale against the Norse gods of Asgard. Unchained from fate, the Norse gods Loki and Hel are ready to unleash Ragnarok, a.k.a. the Apocalypse, upon the earth. They've made allies on the darker side of many pantheons, and there's a globe-spanning battle brewing that ancient Druid Atticus O'Sullivan will be hard-pressed to survive, much less win. Granuaile MacTiernan must join immortals Sun Wukong and Erlang Shen in a fight against the Yama Kings in Taiwan, but she discovers that the stakes are much higher than she thought. Meanwhile, Archdruid Owen Kennedy must put out both literal and metaphorical fires from Bavaria to Peru to keep the world safe for his apprentices and the future of Druidry. And Atticus recruits the aid of a tyromancer, an Indian witch, and a trickster god in hopes that they'll give him just enough leverage to both save Gaia and see another sunrise. There is a hound named Oberon who deserves a snack, after a… (more)
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LibraryThing member mamzel
Atticus faces all of his enemies as they come together for Ragnarok, the end of the world. His friends come to his aid. Granuaile, his apprentice and Owen Kennedy, archdruid, take on their own fronts in Taiwan and Bavaria respectfully. Of course, Oberon, his wolfhound, is present but kept out of
With all the action of this book, I'm afraid I found it a little flat. I don't know how it's possible after following this series all along and having affection for the characters. How can a battle with Loki, Hel, and frost giants, draugurs, and other assorted mythological beings and gods be lacking in vitality and energy? I was really looking forward to the series finale and am a little sad I feel let down.
It could just be me. I hope everyone else finds it otherwise.
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harm's way.With all the action of this book, I'm afraid I found it a little flat. I don't know how it's possible after following this series all along and having affection for the characters. How can a battle with Loki, Hel, and frost giants, draugurs, and other assorted mythological beings and gods be lacking in vitality and energy? I was really looking forward to the series finale and am a little sad I feel let down.
It could just be me. I hope everyone else finds it otherwise.
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LibraryThing member krau0098
This was a somewhat disappointing end to the Iron Druid Chronicles. This is the ninth, and final, book in a series that should have ended a couple books ago.
I listened to this on audiobook (I have listened to most of this series on audiobook). It is generally well done; however the voices for
The story jumps between Atticus, Granuaile, and Owen; each of them have a part to play in the final battle against Loki and Hel.
This book just seemed very piecemeal...like it was just going through the actions needed to tie up the story. It was a very dis-satisfying ending. I feel like this series started going downhill a bit with Book 6 and just kept decreasing in quality from there.
Overall, I guess read this if you want to tie-up the series but don't expect much from it. I am happy the series is over, but wish it would have ended a few books ago when it was still well-written and I still enjoyed it.
I listened to this on audiobook (I have listened to most of this series on audiobook). It is generally well done; however the voices for
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Atticus and Granuaile are too much the same...so it’s hard to remember who is talking sometimes. Some of the other voices are over-characterized; for example Owen and Starbuck actually made me cringe a bit when they were talking.The story jumps between Atticus, Granuaile, and Owen; each of them have a part to play in the final battle against Loki and Hel.
This book just seemed very piecemeal...like it was just going through the actions needed to tie up the story. It was a very dis-satisfying ending. I feel like this series started going downhill a bit with Book 6 and just kept decreasing in quality from there.
Overall, I guess read this if you want to tie-up the series but don't expect much from it. I am happy the series is over, but wish it would have ended a few books ago when it was still well-written and I still enjoyed it.
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LibraryThing member quondame
If you liked A Memory of Light you may like Scourged. While there are episodes that aren't sequences of blow-by-blow, this is all about the conflicts. In Sweden the main battle rages, In Taiwan, the Alps, Poland and Peru are other conflicts and damage control. Atticus orchestrates saving Ireland
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from the World Serpent before heading for the main show, Owen mostly moves about dealing with whatever problems are thrown his way while Granuaile works at figuring out why she is in Taiwan fighting the Yama Kings. Though the stakes are supposedly all in, I never felt it, at all. Episodic rotation of viewpoints didn't help involvement and I've never felt anyone was doing more than reporting. I rather liked Sun Wukong and Slowmonomobrodolie is delightful, my favorite Hearne character ever. Show Less
LibraryThing member rosalita
The final book in Hearne's nine-volume Iron Druid Chronicles finds our hero, ancient (and yet perpetually young and hot) druid Atticus fighting to save the world from Ragnarök, the apocalyptic end game of Norse mythology. Meanwhile, his apprentice Granuaile is in Taiwan learning life lessons, and
I greatly enjoyed this series, but it probably should have ended a couple of books ago. I didn't enjoy the shifting narrative voice, alternating chapters between Atticus, Granuaile, and Owen; none of the voices felt distinctive except Atticus. And when you have a trio of good guys, I kind of expect them to join together to try to stop the end of the world instead of all going off and doing their own thing. I had that same complaint in the last book, when the stakes were lower, and the feeling was exacerbated here.
On the plus side, I like the way Hearne mixes and matches gods from the various mythological traditions — Odin sparring with Zeus and Mars, with Coyote and Jesus making cameo appearances. And there's a new and super-cute SLOTH!!! character named Slomo. It's a shame she got introduced just as the series was ending, because I would have gladly hung out with her some more.
I won't criticize the plotting of the ending, since I don't necessarily have a better idea, but if the goal was to whet the appetite for future short stories set in this world with these characters — well, it didn't work for me. You can't please everyone, and I loved the first three or four books in this series, and liked most of the rest until this one, so those are pretty good odds.
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his mentor, Owen Kennedy, is putting out fires literal and figurative all over the planet.I greatly enjoyed this series, but it probably should have ended a couple of books ago. I didn't enjoy the shifting narrative voice, alternating chapters between Atticus, Granuaile, and Owen; none of the voices felt distinctive except Atticus. And when you have a trio of good guys, I kind of expect them to join together to try to stop the end of the world instead of all going off and doing their own thing. I had that same complaint in the last book, when the stakes were lower, and the feeling was exacerbated here.
On the plus side, I like the way Hearne mixes and matches gods from the various mythological traditions — Odin sparring with Zeus and Mars, with Coyote and Jesus making cameo appearances. And there's a new and super-cute SLOTH!!! character named Slomo. It's a shame she got introduced just as the series was ending, because I would have gladly hung out with her some more.
I won't criticize the plotting of the ending, since I don't necessarily have a better idea, but if the goal was to whet the appetite for future short stories set in this world with these characters — well, it didn't work for me. You can't please everyone, and I loved the first three or four books in this series, and liked most of the rest until this one, so those are pretty good odds.
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LibraryThing member shelleyraec
I began reading Kevin Hearne’s Iron Druid Chronicles in 2011, devouring Hounded, Hexed, and Hammered almost consecutively, and Tricked and Trapped on their release. Despite purchasing the last four book in the series as they came out, I just didn’t find the time to read them. I finally
The grand finale, Scourged, sees Atticus battling the Norse Gods of Asgard, trying to prevent Ragnarok, aka the Apocalypse, which he had unwittingly instigated in a careless moment.
There is plenty of excitement, adventure and humour to be found in Scourged, as immortal is pitted against immortal in the bid to destroy, or save, Gaia. The various battles are epic in scale, though sometimes awkwardly brief, and on occasion, seemingly superfluous.
A variety of supernaturals, including the reoccurring characters of Coyote, The Morrigan, and Jesus, have their roles to play. Granuaile is her kick-a@@ self, Owen is hilarious, and though Oberon is largely absent given the circumstances, he is never forgotten.
I admit to being somewhat disappointed by the direction Hearne took in this last book, Atticus’s final moments of the series were not the triumph I was anticipating, but instead, rather maudlin. Nevertheless, I was sad to leave Atticus and his world behind. I still rate Iron Druid Chronicles among my favourite urban fantasy series, and one I recommend
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rectified this last year by reading the entire series consecutively from the first, to the last book, Scourged, in less than a week.The grand finale, Scourged, sees Atticus battling the Norse Gods of Asgard, trying to prevent Ragnarok, aka the Apocalypse, which he had unwittingly instigated in a careless moment.
There is plenty of excitement, adventure and humour to be found in Scourged, as immortal is pitted against immortal in the bid to destroy, or save, Gaia. The various battles are epic in scale, though sometimes awkwardly brief, and on occasion, seemingly superfluous.
A variety of supernaturals, including the reoccurring characters of Coyote, The Morrigan, and Jesus, have their roles to play. Granuaile is her kick-a@@ self, Owen is hilarious, and though Oberon is largely absent given the circumstances, he is never forgotten.
I admit to being somewhat disappointed by the direction Hearne took in this last book, Atticus’s final moments of the series were not the triumph I was anticipating, but instead, rather maudlin. Nevertheless, I was sad to leave Atticus and his world behind. I still rate Iron Druid Chronicles among my favourite urban fantasy series, and one I recommend
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LibraryThing member jrg1316
I enjoyed the ending to this series. The action was good, and many of my favorite characters returned along with some fun new ones (Monkey King was a standout in his brief appearance). However, Granuaile was kind of a let down from previous books. I didn't enjoy her character as much this time
I will say that this book could have been a lot more. There is way too much time spent on side characters and sub-plots while the actual battle goes by fast. I wish more time was spent on the fight itself. It definitely felt like the author was ready for this series to be done.
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around.I will say that this book could have been a lot more. There is way too much time spent on side characters and sub-plots while the actual battle goes by fast. I wish more time was spent on the fight itself. It definitely felt like the author was ready for this series to be done.
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LibraryThing member Glennis.LeBlanc
Ragnarok is finally here and Atticus is doing everything he can in order to stop it. Granuaile is working on fighting in Asia and Owen is hopping around the globe working on several smaller issues. The book is a good closing chapter to Atticus’ story line but there is lots of room for more
Digital review copy provided by the publisher through Edelweiss
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stories about his past and new adventures for Granuaile and Owen. There are small bits in the plot that refer to some of the past short stories so there is always more to read to expand the plot. Digital review copy provided by the publisher through Edelweiss
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LibraryThing member murderbydeath
I bought a signed copy of this book around the time it came out, before I heard that the general conclusion of other readers’ was disappointment. It sat on my TBR shelf neglected ever since. But recently I read a review for the second book in his new series, which is winging its way to me as I
Well, in order to appreciate the ending they deserve, I needed to know about the ending they got, so, being in a very bad mood yesterday anyway, I grabbed this book and thought “let’s get this over with”.
And it turned out, I guess because I was braced for the worst, that I didn’t think it was so bad after all. Yes, if you agree with the premise that not all promises are meant to be kept, Atticus’ ending was pretty dire in consequence of keeping that ill-fated promise. And no, I didn’t really enjoy all the self-flagellation Atticus had going on, nor did I think Granuaile’s reaction at the end entirely proportional. But over everything else was kind of fun. I enjoyed seeing all the pantheons show up, and I liked the humour and the ever-so-subtle oneupmanship between them. And as much as I love Oberon, I wasn’t unhappy with his smaller role in this book. There’s a fine line, I think, between Oberon being adorable and funny, and Oberon being insanely obnoxious, and this book found that line before it crossed it.
I’m not sorry to see the series come to a conclusion, though I’ll miss the characters. I am glad I read it too, because I’m really looking forward to what I can only guess is Atticus’ redemption in the new series, Blood and Ink.
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write this and in that review it’s mentioned that Atticus and Oberon play a part and they get the ending they deserve.Well, in order to appreciate the ending they deserve, I needed to know about the ending they got, so, being in a very bad mood yesterday anyway, I grabbed this book and thought “let’s get this over with”.
And it turned out, I guess because I was braced for the worst, that I didn’t think it was so bad after all. Yes, if you agree with the premise that not all promises are meant to be kept, Atticus’ ending was pretty dire in consequence of keeping that ill-fated promise. And no, I didn’t really enjoy all the self-flagellation Atticus had going on, nor did I think Granuaile’s reaction at the end entirely proportional. But over everything else was kind of fun. I enjoyed seeing all the pantheons show up, and I liked the humour and the ever-so-subtle oneupmanship between them. And as much as I love Oberon, I wasn’t unhappy with his smaller role in this book. There’s a fine line, I think, between Oberon being adorable and funny, and Oberon being insanely obnoxious, and this book found that line before it crossed it.
I’m not sorry to see the series come to a conclusion, though I’ll miss the characters. I am glad I read it too, because I’m really looking forward to what I can only guess is Atticus’ redemption in the new series, Blood and Ink.
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LibraryThing member Karlstar
The final Iron Druid book? Not likely! I didn't care for this one as much as the others, after many books avoiding the plot he created, I didn't like the way that Hearne wrapped this one up. It felt abrupt and unsatisfying.
LibraryThing member jennybeast
Oooof, oof, oof, oof. Kevin Hearne, why? I mean, I get that you feel you need to end this series. I get that Atticus' longstanding story arc couldn't just continue indefinitely, but couldn't it have resolved and then a new arc started? I am going to miss these characters so much, and while I think
Advanced Reader's copy provided by Edelweiss.
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that ultimately your ending makes sense and is perfectly fair in a hard-core sort of way, I really miss the lighthearted chaos of the first adventures, when everyone wasn't such a responsible adult. Strong ending to a strong series, and trust me you won't be disappointed when the adventure sloth takes the field. Advanced Reader's copy provided by Edelweiss.
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LibraryThing member fierce_bunny
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Sad because it's over. Sad because this is not the best work by the author. Sadness all around.
Sad because it's over. Sad because this is not the best work by the author. Sadness all around.
Original publication date
2018-04-03
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Iron Druid, 9
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