Vow of Thieves (Dance of Thieves, 2)

The Dance of Thieves books both kept me turning [virtual] pages long into the night. I knew from my past adventures with her novels that I’d enjoy reading them, but these two books are stand outs in the author’s canon, in my opinion. Kazi is a strong heroine, powerful because of and in spite of the wretchedness of her past. She’s in need of no man To prove her worth. She has a single-minded drive to fulfill her mission, and needs no one even while she relishes the close bond she shares with her two comrades in arms. When she finds herself literally shackled to an alpha male, her contempt is understandable. But unbeknownst to her, Kazi has met her match in Jase; he will become her other half, yin to her yang. His past is the polar opposite of hers: he is surrounded by family, who support him in his new role as the latest in a long line of dynastic rulers determined to protect and further his family’s interests and his late father’s legacy. The world the author weaves is a broken one. The long-ago, almost fairy-tale-like Before world of skyscrapers and air travel and traffic jams has been obliterated by the Stars that fell from the sky, and what the reader assumes is the nuclear devastation that followed, irreparably altering the After. One of Jase’s ancestors, a young teenager at the time directly after the world changed, left a written record of the desperate struggle he and his small group of children lived through in order to build a new community of order and hope. Although very little of the narrative involves this struggle, it underpins and defines the Thieves world. I heartily recommend this novel and the one before it; readers will be caught up in this storyteller’s tale, lose themselves in the world she creates, appreciate her mastery of the written word, and, ultimately, relish every moment spent reading her books.

I adored book 1 and dove into this one right after without hesitation, seeing as it was also on Kindle Unlimited. It picks up shortly after the end of book 1 with that cliffhanger demanding the reader to find out what Jalaine's message meant. It starts off slow and steady for the first 40 pages or so with Kazi and Jase traveling back to Tor's Watch from Vendan, until they reach the town and all hell breaks loose. Jase and Kazi get separated, both terribly injured. Not only their lives hang in the balance, but also those of Jase's family and every resident of Tor's Watch because a mysterious army has blasted their way in and taken the town hostage. While the story continued to be an engrossing page-turner, Kazi's plan felt overly drawn out and over-complicated compared to her normal ways. There also seemed to be some confusion as to how long Beaufort had been working with the Bellenger family because the number of years changed from the 1st book and in the mentions of it a couple times in this book too. It was a very enjoyable second book with twist and turns a plenty, action-packed, political intrigue, and enough romance to fill your heart with joy. But in my opinion, book 1 was better.

Vow of Thieves is the sequel to Dance of Thieves and is best read in order. Both of these books come after the events in The Remnant Chronicles. Kazi and Jase have just secured the promise of the King and Queen to make Tor’s Watch an official kingdom, and they couldn’t be happier. However, there are still many displeased people who are trying to gain control of Tor’s Watch, and they have taken advantage of Kazi and Jase’s absence to take over by force, killing many people in the process. Kazi has been taken prisoner, and Jase is fighting for his life while hidden in the settlement. When they are finally able to, Kazi and Jase continue to fight and find ways to take back their kingdom, though they are separated. Will they prevail and save the Ballengers’ legacy and home, or will all be lost to the usurpers? I loved and enjoyed this book very much (just like Dance of Thieves). The kind of fantasy that includes political intrigue, fighting for kingdoms, and fantastic character development is my favorite kind, and I believe this series qualifies. The rich detail and realistic characters were captivating, and the emotional impact on me was great as well. I felt stirred to battle myself, and I couldn’t put the book down. I am sad because the series has ended, but also excited to read what the author has next. I highly recommend this series to anyone who enjoys well written fantasy. I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher through NetGalley, and I also purchased a copy from Amazon. A positive review was not required, and all opinions expressed are entirely my own.

Reading a book that culminates 5 years of reading is always terrifying. A lot is riding on it. Expectations are high and so are emotions. That is why I was scared to read Vow of Thieves, but I was wrong to be. It was exactly what this story needed and my favorite book by Mary Pearson. Vow of Thieves picks up where Dance of Thieves left off. Jase and Kazi are making their way back to Jase’s home, Tor’s Watch, but things have changed. The two of them are violently attacked and everything they thought they knew is different. Instead of settling in and making the plans the made happen, they find themselves in a situation where trust means everything and deciding who to trust could mean life or death. They have vowed to do whatever it takes to protect Tor’s Watch and the people they love and they will do just that, even if it means losing everything. Jase and Kazi are the backbone of Vow of Thieves. They make the tough choices and do the hard things and I love that about them. Everyone loves that about them. But what I want to really talk about is how Pearson creates the heart and soul of the story with her secondary characters. The Ballengers, Wren, Synové, and the characters from the Remnant Chronicles that make appearances, those are the people that add life and love and even more color to the strength of Jase and Kazi and who bring them to life and show what they are made of. It is them they fight for or with and that is what makes Mary’s books so special to me. Everyone is going to remember the main characters but is a talent that makes readers remember the secondary ones and want to know more about their stories. I mean I’m still begging for a book about 2 people in The Remnant Chronicles and I will be begging for books about people in The Dance of Thieves duology. So, how would I describe Vow of Thieves? Amazing, fantastic, epic, Mary Pearson’s best book to date; that’s how I would describe it. Since 2014 I have been wrapped up in this world that Pearson created, starting with The Kiss of Deception, and she finished it off perfectly with the final part of Jase and Kazi’s story. Add this to your TBR. You won’t regret it.

If I could give this book 10 stars, I would!! It was so cute and such a perfect ending to the series. This is book two in the Dance of Thieves duology, and I loved it so much! I absolutely love the character. The dynamic between Kazi and Jase is super sweet, and I loved following their journey and seeing how everything unfolded. The tropes are rivals/enemies to allies to lovers, with forced proximity and found family woven in, which Is my absolute favorite. There was so much action and so many plot twists that it kept me on edge the entire time! It was so intriguing and addicting that I finished the book in less than 3 days… I also really love Pearson’s writing style—it’s so eloquent, and the added touch of Kazi’s riddles made the story even more special. The ending wrapped everything up beautifully and closed out the story in the most satisfying way. It definitely brought a few tears, and honestly, the only thing that would make it better is another book 😂 Overall, I would definitely recommend this 100% to anyone looking for a good romantasy where the romance isn’t the central plot. It does have the perfect hint of romance sprinkled throughout the storyline, but it is balanced really well with action and plot. I actually read this duology first without realizing there were other books that came before it. Even though I skipped an entire series that takes place earlier in the timeline, I was still able to fully understand what was going on.I am definitely going back to read The Remnant Chronicles. I love this book so, SO much I already want to re-read it!

**No spoilers in first half** Vow of Thieves picks up where Dance of thieves left off. Plenty of twists, lots of action/violence. Lots of time to consider that people can surprise you for better or for worse. Lessons of forgiveness, sacrifice, the importance of learning from history, and the dangers of letting hate/past disappointments consume you. Those who have followed the complete series will be satisfied with the way things end. Age Recommendation: 14+ Violence: Plenty of violence involving hangings, beheadings, explosions, stabbings, etc. Fairly descriptive, but not glorified Sex: implied, including a mention of a character walking into the room naked looking for clothes, but off page/no explicit descriptions. Kissing—the most descriptive is characters “pressed” against each other, but again, no explicit descriptions of physical reactions Language: No F words, some variations of a**, b****, d***, etc. **Spoilers Below** For readers who have followed the entire series, they will be satisfied that there is a happy ending and that we know the fates of all our favorite characters. And something that I really liked with this book vs the last book in the trilogy is that Jade and Kazi were working together rather than against each other like Lia and Rafe were in their last book together. I liked that their differences were worked out in dance of thieves to give readers a chance to root for them rather than curse them for throwing away everything they’ve worked for, even though we now know things worked out between Lia and Rafe. I will also add I was pleasantly surprised that love was the main focus for Jase and Kazi rather than lust. I don’t need to know every intimate detail of their love life, so I’m glad the author focused on the words they shared vs physical attraction/reaction Some reviews might not find it realistic that so many main characters survived to live happily ever after, but for escapist readers who want to see characters go through the ringer and come out on top will be fine with it, especially after investing so much time to follow the story from start to finish.

This duology has earned itself a place among my favorite series of all time! I'm trying very hard not to spoil anything, so this will be a short review. Just trust me, these books are awesome! Kazi and Jase were amazing together, and as individual characters. They both grew so much. Their determination, loyalty, and strength in the face of adversity kept me rooting for them until the end. I thought the villain and side characters were strong too, contributing a lot to the story and world. The action in this book was turned up a notch, and the stakes were higher than ever. There were scenes when I was holding my breath, waiting to see what would happen next. The writing and worldbuilding were some of my favorite things about Dance of Thieves, and they were just as good here. I absolutely recommend the Dance of Thieves duology to anyone who loves YA epic fantasy! *Though this duology can be read on its own, I do think you'll get more out of these books if you read The Remnant Chronicles first. Content: Romance - steamy kisses, fade-to-black Foul Language - mild swearing Violence - moderate fantasy violence with some descriptions of death, injury, and blood

Spellbinding sequel that continues the captivating saga of the Remnant Chronicles. In this thrilling installment, Pearson masterfully weaves together intricate plots of political intrigue, betrayal, and forbidden romance. As Kazi and Jase navigate the treacherous aftermath of war, their bond is tested in unexpected ways, keeping readers on the edge of their seats until the very end. With its richly developed characters and immersive world-building, "Vow of Thieves" is a must-read for fans of epic fantasy and romance.

The story itself is very fascinating and I love the writing style. About the condition it was recieved in, there were no cornered pages. It was recieved perfectly crisp. And good quality.

Even better than the last one!! What a great end to the series and there was no messing about, picks up right where it finished off 🫶

Esse livro foi um presente para uma amiga e ela amou

I like magic in my fantasy and it was lacking it, romanse was good

The first part of the first book is only understood later in the story, so stick with it. Emotionally intense with drama gallore . I really liked the style of writing. Most suitable for anyone who loves romance without overt sex.