The Dryad Storm: A NYT Bestselling YA High Fantasy of...

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"~~~”But there is something unshakable here. In our bonding. In spite of every last thing the world has thrown at us all. The story is not yet over, III promised, and the idea lights in my heart that maybe this moment is an important part of that story—to love, against all the odds. Maybe that’s the important part of everyone’s story right now.” ~~~Well, my friends, the conclusion that I have waited years for has come to pass and I can honestly say that it was worth the wait.This incredibly imaginative series with its amazing characters, unbelievably detailed world-building, and all-inclusive life & love-affirming messages is my favorite series ever and I will never not recommend it to all who will listen!Seriously, this series should be taught in every high school in every nation. The world would be so much better off learning the lessons this series teaches. I, as a homeschooling parent, made sure my daughter read this series and, in so doing, feel I have raised an accepting and loving child. A child not influenced by preconceived ideas but who can judge independently and come to her own conclusions.The Dryad Storm is told in eight parts with a multitude of different POV’s. This masterpiece sees Elloren and her allies (some hesitant and some downright hostile) through The Battle for Erthia and its aftermath. That’s the simplest, least spoilery way I can describe it.Along the way, you will feel every emotion known to man including despair, disgust, fear, horror, frustration, elation, and YASS!!There’s All The Feels along with a great amount of romance between many different types of couples and, dare I say, a quadrouple?! LOL! No, it’s not reverse harem..all is nicely resolved but I would classify this book NA. It’s certainly more risqué than the beginning books’ YA designation. But I feel like it follows the natural progression of the relationships built in the series and all is tastefully written.All comes full circle, especially Elloren’s character growth from naive girl to full warrior woman, and all loose ends tied up giving the reader that big sigh of relief and feeling of satisfied completion.But your also left with Laurie’s overriding messages to love all peoples of all faiths, colors, and beliefs. To harness your ability to be empathetic and sympathetic to your fellow man and, most importantly of all, to our beleaguered and embattled earth.For the audiobook listeners, Julia Whelan once again gives a phenomenal mind-blowing performance!! The three narrators of this series all give extraordinary narrations that bring this most compelling series to poignant life!So, whether you’re a reader, listener, or both, do not miss this most important of epic fantasy series!!"