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Soldiers and Swords #3
Sovereign
Clark’s squad is on the run from the entire Dindeary Nation, they may have just defected from the Imperial Army, and Harry has just revealed something that could get them all killed if the wrong person were to find out. They need a plan, some way to save themselves from the storm that would be the entire planet hunting them for sport but when the Milson Family Sword, Linsmora, reveals that the heir to the Dindeary throne is hiding a dangerous secret that could shake the foundations of both countries they may not be able to run.
Adam’s brother is alive and the secret he was keeping on Harry’s behalf is finally out in the open. Life has gotten infinitely more complicated in a variety of ways in the span of one terrible morning and now Linsmora is offering him an opportunity he had never thought possible.
Harry never wanted to rule but it's starting to look like that’s the only option that will keep them all alive and stop the dindeary from falling into outright civil war. Afterall, aren’t those who would be most suited to rule the people that least want to?
Adam’s brother is alive and the secret he was keeping on Harry’s behalf is finally out in the open. Life has gotten infinitely more complicated in a variety of ways in the span of one terrible morning and now Linsmora is offering him an opportunity he had never thought possible.
Harry never wanted to rule but it's starting to look like that’s the only option that will keep them all alive and stop the dindeary from falling into outright civil war. Afterall, aren’t those who would be most suited to rule the people that least want to?
178 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 2, 2023
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May 5, 2025
Lovers Clark Jameson, Adam Milson and other members of the maverick military team, Squad 42, have been captured and require rescuing, and Harry Browning is more than powerful enough to do it. As the Squad has ventured further into Dindeary territory, they’ve amassed more magical sword wielders, revealed the identities of more reincarnated figures of power, and placed themselves in more danger. But Harry is the key, expected to fulfil destiny by ascending to the throne, no matter how reluctant.
This final book in the trilogy answered most of the questions I had from the previous two books and that was satisfying. However, despite listening to all three books in a row, I still found myself confused about many of the terms used and by some of the unexpected scenes. This series needs a glossary, a character list (including the reincarnated identities and their current names), and a brief summary of the previous books at the start of the 2nd and 3rd books, particularly for the audiobook listeners—it could sit on the author’s webpage. I loved the creative ideas, I loved the build up to the final showdown, I was surprised by the dynamic between the three main characters, and I was a little disappointed by the resolution—it needed to be more difficult in those final moments. Having said that, this was an impressive first series by the author, she shows huge potential! 🎧 Voice actor Dan Levy performed well throughout the series, he was a great choice!!
This final book in the trilogy answered most of the questions I had from the previous two books and that was satisfying. However, despite listening to all three books in a row, I still found myself confused about many of the terms used and by some of the unexpected scenes. This series needs a glossary, a character list (including the reincarnated identities and their current names), and a brief summary of the previous books at the start of the 2nd and 3rd books, particularly for the audiobook listeners—it could sit on the author’s webpage. I loved the creative ideas, I loved the build up to the final showdown, I was surprised by the dynamic between the three main characters, and I was a little disappointed by the resolution—it needed to be more difficult in those final moments. Having said that, this was an impressive first series by the author, she shows huge potential! 🎧 Voice actor Dan Levy performed well throughout the series, he was a great choice!!
August 5, 2026
Thankfully, book three did begin filling in some of the missing backstory, but once again, it introduced even more information that wasn’t fully fleshed out. Overall, I think the trilogy’s ideas were simply far bigger than its page count. The sentient swords, consent theme, dindeary history, reincarnated powers, class system, political structure, military specialties, and relationship network could have comfortably filled books twice this length.
The series’ strongest feature by far is its interpersonal ecosystem: Clark, Adam, and Harry; Martin and Gavin; Squad 42; and the broader collection of people who actively care about one another. Unfortunately, those wonderful relationships exist within a world that lacks the details and descriptions necessary to make it feel real.
The lore, history, politics, religion… none of it is explained thoroughly enough, leaving the reader confused and frustrated. There’s a reason epic fantasy books often include maps and glossaries, and this series could have benefited greatly from both.
Overall, though, Sovereign was still entertaining, and it will be interesting to see how Margaret Couplet grows as an author over time.
Narration Rating:
Dan Levy: 3.5/5
The series’ strongest feature by far is its interpersonal ecosystem: Clark, Adam, and Harry; Martin and Gavin; Squad 42; and the broader collection of people who actively care about one another. Unfortunately, those wonderful relationships exist within a world that lacks the details and descriptions necessary to make it feel real.
The lore, history, politics, religion… none of it is explained thoroughly enough, leaving the reader confused and frustrated. There’s a reason epic fantasy books often include maps and glossaries, and this series could have benefited greatly from both.
Overall, though, Sovereign was still entertaining, and it will be interesting to see how Margaret Couplet grows as an author over time.
Narration Rating:
Dan Levy: 3.5/5
May 7, 2025
Another amazing book
I love the story. I love the good characters and love to hate the evil ones. And what more could you want in a story.
I love the story. I love the good characters and love to hate the evil ones. And what more could you want in a story.
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