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Into The Still Blue by Veronica RossiSeries: Under The Never Sky #3
Published by Harper Collins on January 28, 2014
Genres: Young Adult, Post-Apocalyptic
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The race to the Still Blue has reached a stalemate. Aria and Perry are determined to find this last safe haven from the Aether storms before Sable and Hess do—and they are just as determined to stay together.
Within the confines of a cave they're using as a makeshift refuge, they struggle to reconcile their people, Dwellers and Outsiders, who are united only in their hatred of their desperate situation. Meanwhile, time is running out to rescue Cinder, who was abducted by Hess and Sable for his unique abilities. Then Roar arrives in a grief-stricken fury, endangering all with his need for revenge.
Out of options, Perry and Aria assemble an unlikely team for an impossible rescue mission. Cinder isn't just the key to unlocking the Still Blue and their only hope for survival--he's also their friend. And in a dying world, the bonds between people are what matter most.
When I first picked up Under The Never Sky, I admit that I wasn’t expecting enjoy it as much as I did. I confess that to you now because I have totally and completely changed my mind about this series. It has become one that I recommend to readers of all ages. Into The Still Blue was a heartbreaking, romantic, and action packed conclusion to a quest that began when Aria was forced to leave Reverie. There is loss in this book, and some if it was truly heartbreaking, but it made sense to the story. Even as sad as I was, I still understood it. Really, I am always glad when an author is not afraid to put tragedy in to a book. Life is a balance of happiness and sorrow, and I like when books reflect that, as well. Aria and Perry’s relationship developed, too, as they had to find a way to be together while navigating stressful, life-changing situations. Sable was truly an evil guy, and as villains go, he was pretty villainous. It gave a good focus for all of the struggle and contrasted against the many characters who showed that they were truly good.
Into The Still Blue was a very emotional book. There were a lot of goodbyes in this story, and a lot of reconciliation, too. The pacing was excellent, so by the time I was done, I felt kind of drained, as if I was in the story, myself. I just want to take a moment to talk about the ending. Endings are so difficult to get right. Endings that conclude a series that so may people loved would be so stressful to write. Into The Still Blue had a wonderful, wonderful ending. It brought everything back to the core of the story (friendship/community) while remaining romantic and giving hope. It was just outstanding and I absolutely loved it. If you have been meaning to read this series or are wondering if the last book will live up to your expectations, the answer is yes, yes , yes!! I will miss everyone, especially Roar, but I am glad that I took a chance on this series because it’s been a very rewarding journey.
I really enjoyed this one too. I felt Rossi did a wonderful job of ending her story. I felt that nothing was missing and really it felt complete. I will miss these characters so much.
Yes, very emotional and I also will miss these charracters
This is another series I need to re-read and finish. I started with the first book and just never pick it up again. Nice review.
Yes! I agree with everything you said here! The ending was perfect. Gah. I love this series so much. And I definitely understand what you mean by feeling drained after reading. It was just so tension filled and Rossi writes so well that you feel like you’re right there with the characters. I was literally exhausted when I finished, but completely satisfied and beyond happy with the ending. Though I did cry. But it was truly beautiful and hopeful. I can’t wait to see what Rossi brings to the table next.
I’m afraid with that a lot of goodbyes…..
I’m currently rereading UNTS, I love this series and I need to prepare before read the last book :”D
THIS is how you throw death, destruction and heartbreak into the last book of a series THE RIGHT WAY! I didn’t like the deaths, and I was SO HOPING that certain people would be okay somehow, but I it made sense. I too was surprised at how much I loved these books, but then again, it’s Perry. And he is all kinds of Perrylicious. 😀
I didn’t expect to like the first book as much as I did too. Such a wonderful series. This conclusion was perfect. 🙂
Wow, well alright then! I can see I am seriously missing out by not having read this series yet!! And you’re right, endings are very, very hard to get just right, so the fact that this one managed it is very impressive indeed!
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