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Seabound Chronicles #3
Seafled: Seabound Chronicles, Book 3
Esther's seabound world has changed. Her revolutionary energy technology allows ships to sail long distances and has ended the Catalina's isolation policy. With the changes come new responsibilities for Esther - and new dangers for the people she loves.
After a shocking revelation from a reclusive colony on land, Esther must embark on one final rescue mission. Old enemies surface on the voyage, but Esther won't anticipate her biggest threat. She might not like the answers she finds on the ravaged coast.
Land is waiting. Can she survive it?
Listen to the epic conclusion to the Seabound Chronicles!
After a shocking revelation from a reclusive colony on land, Esther must embark on one final rescue mission. Old enemies surface on the voyage, but Esther won't anticipate her biggest threat. She might not like the answers she finds on the ravaged coast.
Land is waiting. Can she survive it?
Listen to the epic conclusion to the Seabound Chronicles!
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First published November 28, 2015
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Jordan Rivet
36 books527 followersJordan Rivet is an American author of YA science fiction and fantasy featuring determined heroines, vivid worlds, and daring missions. Originally from Arizona, she lives in Hong Kong with her husband.
Jordan's YA fantasy series include Steel and Fire, Empire of Talents, The Fire Queen’s Apprentice, and Art Mages of Lure. Her science fiction includes Wake Me After the Apocalypse, The Seabound Chronicles, and The Lost Clone.
Jordan's YA fantasy series include Steel and Fire, Empire of Talents, The Fire Queen’s Apprentice, and Art Mages of Lure. Her science fiction includes Wake Me After the Apocalypse, The Seabound Chronicles, and The Lost Clone.
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December 14, 2017
My original Seafled audiobook review and many others can be found at Audiobook Reviewer.
Seafled is the third novel in the trilogy called The Seabound Chronicles by Jordan Rivet. Esther, a ship’s mechanic, and David, a new ship’s captain, live in a world where extreme climate events have forced people to live on the sea in a variety of vessels like ships and barges. Through re-development of communications technology, it has become clear that clusters of people have survived on land as well as at sea. Excited by the news, David puts his plans to travel to land into high gear. And people begin the search for their loved ones through this communications network. When shocking news arrives from a reclusive colony on land, Esther convinces the crew heading to land to switch their travel plans and head to this colony. However, the closer they get, they begin to realize that the people on land might have all the same kinds of inter-colony challenges that they have encountered at sea.
Seafled brings our cast of characters out of the sea and onto land, changing the scope of the story dramatically. However, regardless of the change in setting, this story is just as fast-paced and action-filled as the previous two novels. It actually changes and expands the challenges that Esther, David, and their crew face. Also, adding the politics of the people living on land and the different kinds of challenges they have encountered adds another layer to this world. Again, there were a lot of new characters, but for the most part, it wasn’t too difficult to keep track of them, perhaps because their experiences were so different from the sea-bound characters. In addition to the action and suspense, it was great to observe the clashes between the two groups that had been living such a different life for so long. It was a little odd that it wasn’t completely obvious how nature had negatively affected the land-bound people just that they had lost their infrastructure. There was also a small glimpse into how people had become nomadic immediately after the disaster, which was interesting to learn about. The story wraps up neatly without leaving any obvious loose ends, bringing our protagonist, Esther, finally to a, at least seemingly, calm place.
The narration by Ray Greenly was as well done as before, with unique voicing and characterization for the different characters. The production quality was good. I would recommend this novel to anyone who likes unique action-adventure post-apocalyptic stories
Audiobook was provided for review by the narrator.
Seafled is the third novel in the trilogy called The Seabound Chronicles by Jordan Rivet. Esther, a ship’s mechanic, and David, a new ship’s captain, live in a world where extreme climate events have forced people to live on the sea in a variety of vessels like ships and barges. Through re-development of communications technology, it has become clear that clusters of people have survived on land as well as at sea. Excited by the news, David puts his plans to travel to land into high gear. And people begin the search for their loved ones through this communications network. When shocking news arrives from a reclusive colony on land, Esther convinces the crew heading to land to switch their travel plans and head to this colony. However, the closer they get, they begin to realize that the people on land might have all the same kinds of inter-colony challenges that they have encountered at sea.
Seafled brings our cast of characters out of the sea and onto land, changing the scope of the story dramatically. However, regardless of the change in setting, this story is just as fast-paced and action-filled as the previous two novels. It actually changes and expands the challenges that Esther, David, and their crew face. Also, adding the politics of the people living on land and the different kinds of challenges they have encountered adds another layer to this world. Again, there were a lot of new characters, but for the most part, it wasn’t too difficult to keep track of them, perhaps because their experiences were so different from the sea-bound characters. In addition to the action and suspense, it was great to observe the clashes between the two groups that had been living such a different life for so long. It was a little odd that it wasn’t completely obvious how nature had negatively affected the land-bound people just that they had lost their infrastructure. There was also a small glimpse into how people had become nomadic immediately after the disaster, which was interesting to learn about. The story wraps up neatly without leaving any obvious loose ends, bringing our protagonist, Esther, finally to a, at least seemingly, calm place.
The narration by Ray Greenly was as well done as before, with unique voicing and characterization for the different characters. The production quality was good. I would recommend this novel to anyone who likes unique action-adventure post-apocalyptic stories
Audiobook was provided for review by the narrator.
April 9, 2017
A perfect conclusion
In a sea of never ending series and saga's, Jordan Rivet's Seabound Chronicles had one of the better endings to a series that I've read in a long time. The fact that there was an ending is really rare anymore, and I think that Rivet wrote it perfectly. It was open-ended enough that you could continue the story in your head, but gave enough closure to give a person who read all three books that final bit of, well, closure.
Seafled picks up right where Seaswept left off. We are still following the crew of Esther and the Catalina, except now they are about to set course for something they never thought they would see again (in more than one way).
The entire Seabound Chronicles series reminded me a lot of the movie Waterworld (and don't get me wrong, I love that movie). The endless search for fuel, dry land, and a safe harbor. I've read a lot of post-apocalyptic books that cover a lot of different topics, but this was the first series that covered what would you do if you were already out to see when an apocalyptic event happened. That fact alone made this series enjoyable.
Seafled had the same fast pacing and enjoyable dialogue as the first two books, and I thought that it might be my favorite book in the series.
Overall, Seafled was a wonderful conclusion to this series and to Esther's tales at sea. I will definitely check out the prequel that should be out on audio this year to see how it all started.
I was given a free copy of Seafled, this has not affected my review in any way.
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In a sea of never ending series and saga's, Jordan Rivet's Seabound Chronicles had one of the better endings to a series that I've read in a long time. The fact that there was an ending is really rare anymore, and I think that Rivet wrote it perfectly. It was open-ended enough that you could continue the story in your head, but gave enough closure to give a person who read all three books that final bit of, well, closure.
Seafled picks up right where Seaswept left off. We are still following the crew of Esther and the Catalina, except now they are about to set course for something they never thought they would see again (in more than one way).
The entire Seabound Chronicles series reminded me a lot of the movie Waterworld (and don't get me wrong, I love that movie). The endless search for fuel, dry land, and a safe harbor. I've read a lot of post-apocalyptic books that cover a lot of different topics, but this was the first series that covered what would you do if you were already out to see when an apocalyptic event happened. That fact alone made this series enjoyable.
Seafled had the same fast pacing and enjoyable dialogue as the first two books, and I thought that it might be my favorite book in the series.
Overall, Seafled was a wonderful conclusion to this series and to Esther's tales at sea. I will definitely check out the prequel that should be out on audio this year to see how it all started.
I was given a free copy of Seafled, this has not affected my review in any way.
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January 5, 2016
Seafled is a fitting conclusion to this wonderful post-apocalyptic series. Our heroine, Esther, is faced with her greatest challenges yet as she and her shipmates set foot on dry land for the first time in seventeen years. Having received word of a settlement near Kansas City the landing party set out from the Catalina to make contact. Before they leave their water-based home, however, they receive word of a group of survivors living near a large lake in Mexico. Esther is led to believe that among the survivors there is her sister Naomi whom she thought long dead. Can Esther's mother also be among the survivors? She convinces the others to stop there first to see if her missing sibling is indeed alive. What Esther, her father, and the others find along the way is a prophetic vision of what can happen in a world unprepared for global disaster. And will she find the remainder of her family or is this a fool's errand.
Once more author Jordan Rivet has given the reader much to digest. I was enthralled from page one to the very end. The characters remain true to their origins while exhibiting personal growth. The plot is full of twists and turns and there are a couple that took me completely by surprise. I enjoy that type of thing. And while there is so much to take in nothing seems out of place. The end left me wondering what would become of our heroine who by book's end is itching to get back to sea. I would love to see another book in the series that takes us out about five to ten years after the end of the series.
Don't just read one book in this series - read them all!
Once more author Jordan Rivet has given the reader much to digest. I was enthralled from page one to the very end. The characters remain true to their origins while exhibiting personal growth. The plot is full of twists and turns and there are a couple that took me completely by surprise. I enjoy that type of thing. And while there is so much to take in nothing seems out of place. The end left me wondering what would become of our heroine who by book's end is itching to get back to sea. I would love to see another book in the series that takes us out about five to ten years after the end of the series.
Don't just read one book in this series - read them all!
March 21, 2017
The Seabound Chronicles is an excellent post-apocalyptic series that takes place about 17 years after a massive eruption at Yellowstone. Those who managed to survive the eruption and ash fled to the oceans. The last of humanity was surviving at sea, or so they thought. They later learn that there are survivors on land. In book 3 Neil starts gathering names of survivors from each of the land settlements he is able to communicate with. One settlement in particular had a familiar name. Thinking it may be Esther's sister, they set off to find out. They encounter new dangers as well as some old ones.
Excellent performance by Ray Greenley! He definitely brings life to this awesome series!
If you enjoy post-apocalyptic books,. you will love this series! I would recommend starting with book 1 first.
I am looking forward to the prequel book for this series, Burnt Sea. I have no doubt it will be just as good. We will find out how this all started.
Excellent performance by Ray Greenley! He definitely brings life to this awesome series!
If you enjoy post-apocalyptic books,. you will love this series! I would recommend starting with book 1 first.
I am looking forward to the prequel book for this series, Burnt Sea. I have no doubt it will be just as good. We will find out how this all started.
February 1, 2017
I am completely pleased with the conclusion to this trilogy. I enjoyed the fact that in this book Esther and her group are back on land. I felt it was a gripping, unputdownable read. also was very pleased that this book did not have the profanity of the second book. Very original plot for a post-apocalyptic story about surviving for decades on cruise ships!
April 26, 2023
Seasfled
Seabound Chronicles #3
Post-apocalyptic, Dystopian, YA
Jordan Rivet
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
This was a good conclusion to the series.
I wasn't expecting the plot twist that involved Esther and her father and I liked how the crew rallied around them both and chose to help.
I really like this authors writing style. It makes the books so easy to read and allows me to become engrossed in the plot.
I did find the pacing slightly slower and so it took me a little longer to finish reading but I did find this book interesting.
It was great to finally meet some other survivors and get a glimpse of what life was like on land. I would like to know more about the different settlements and how they managed to survive the last 16 years.
I would've liked the chapters to be split up between Esther and her mission and then the other group that chose to go exploring.
I'm sad that this series is over because it feels like there is so much more left to explore. There is a prequel though, which I'll definitely be reading.
Seabound Chronicles #3
Post-apocalyptic, Dystopian, YA
Jordan Rivet
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
This was a good conclusion to the series.
I wasn't expecting the plot twist that involved Esther and her father and I liked how the crew rallied around them both and chose to help.
I really like this authors writing style. It makes the books so easy to read and allows me to become engrossed in the plot.
I did find the pacing slightly slower and so it took me a little longer to finish reading but I did find this book interesting.
It was great to finally meet some other survivors and get a glimpse of what life was like on land. I would like to know more about the different settlements and how they managed to survive the last 16 years.
I would've liked the chapters to be split up between Esther and her mission and then the other group that chose to go exploring.
I'm sad that this series is over because it feels like there is so much more left to explore. There is a prequel though, which I'll definitely be reading.
March 20, 2022
Great Ending!
So minus all the crazy Lake People, this book was an amazing end to an intense series. They still had battles to fight but they were less cutthroat. At first it annoyed me that once AGAIN Esther and David were acting immature regarding their relationship but midway they finally got it together. They made a great team, this time had support of the Catalina for their adventure, and ended up creating a great community. All Esther's efforts to help others finally paid off then they heard her cry for help to save the Catalina.
I like my happily ever afters, especially after a dystopian tale, so was super glad David and Esther remained together and still kept their sea fairing friends along with their new families.
Not my favorite Rivet series (mostly because of the couples lol), but I quite enjoyed. Time to read the prequel now!
So minus all the crazy Lake People, this book was an amazing end to an intense series. They still had battles to fight but they were less cutthroat. At first it annoyed me that once AGAIN Esther and David were acting immature regarding their relationship but midway they finally got it together. They made a great team, this time had support of the Catalina for their adventure, and ended up creating a great community. All Esther's efforts to help others finally paid off then they heard her cry for help to save the Catalina.
I like my happily ever afters, especially after a dystopian tale, so was super glad David and Esther remained together and still kept their sea fairing friends along with their new families.
Not my favorite Rivet series (mostly because of the couples lol), but I quite enjoyed. Time to read the prequel now!
November 5, 2017
"May we always uphold the code."
16 years after the original apocalyptic volcanic,eruption, and ree now to travel wherever they want, a group from the Catalina cruise ship decide to form an expedition to visit the land community with whom they have recently made contact. They had been delighted to learn of other smatterings of land survivor groups also. Esther had been unsure whether or not to go even though David was leading the group. But when she hears that her sister might be a survivor, she and her father also join the adventure into the unknown - on land.
Again read by the excellent Mr.Greenley, whose pleasant voice carries the story forward with nice pacing and individual character conversation, this is a good follow on from the previous Seabound Chronical books, 1and 2.
16 years after the original apocalyptic volcanic,eruption, and ree now to travel wherever they want, a group from the Catalina cruise ship decide to form an expedition to visit the land community with whom they have recently made contact. They had been delighted to learn of other smatterings of land survivor groups also. Esther had been unsure whether or not to go even though David was leading the group. But when she hears that her sister might be a survivor, she and her father also join the adventure into the unknown - on land.
Again read by the excellent Mr.Greenley, whose pleasant voice carries the story forward with nice pacing and individual character conversation, this is a good follow on from the previous Seabound Chronical books, 1and 2.
July 8, 2023
Great ending to series. Satellite communications are increasing, hostilities decreasing with the sharing of Esther’s fuel technology. a list of survivors is being compiled and Esther’s sisters name is on it, the crew of the Lucinda decides to modify their plan to explore the lands near a Kansas settlement to try to reunite withNaomi and save her from a quasi religious cult. Duh, their leader The Dentist is who Naomi was seeing for an appointment during the eruption. 🤦🏻♀️
Clever use of land based idioms that Esther wouldn’t understand like barking up the wrong tree
Clever use of land based idioms that Esther wouldn’t understand like barking up the wrong tree
December 29, 2017
I read all three books in a matter of days and really enjoyed them. This was a great ending to the trilogy while keeping it open for future books if the author wanted to continue writing in that world.
I really enjoyed the characters and how the author wrote the relationships. Instead of focusing so much on the romantic relationships as many authors do, the friends, family and even the antagonistic relationships were well thought out.
I really enjoyed the characters and how the author wrote the relationships. Instead of focusing so much on the romantic relationships as many authors do, the friends, family and even the antagonistic relationships were well thought out.
January 3, 2019
I enjoyed this book immensely, I have a soft spot for dystopian, apocalyptic books without man eating zombies and this was a good match for me. The pace of the book was just the right speed and I am very pleasedwith the author's ability to keep the reader interested without having murderous cannibalistic zombies running around. I like the charachters and their development, they seem as though I could be friends with these people. Good book!!!
June 16, 2018
I always enjoy the Seabound stories.Their enginuity and resourcefullness are neverending.In this book they finally venture to land.They find other survivors,some good,some bad.Ray Greenley is the perfect narrator for this book.
I was given this book by the narrator,author or publisher free for an honest review.
I was given this book by the narrator,author or publisher free for an honest review.
December 22, 2018
Very good
A solid finish to the series as almost everything is wrapped up satisfactorily. I am somewhat curious about the Galaxy & Dax's parents, what are they doing & have they survived.
A solid finish to the series as almost everything is wrapped up satisfactorily. I am somewhat curious about the Galaxy & Dax's parents, what are they doing & have they survived.
February 7, 2019
Good reading!
I really enjoyed this post apocalyptic story about people who survived a volcanic eruption by living on the sea for years. Great lead character is a young woman with mechanical skills.
I really enjoyed this post apocalyptic story about people who survived a volcanic eruption by living on the sea for years. Great lead character is a young woman with mechanical skills.
May 12, 2022
By far one of the best trilogies I have read
This book just keeps on giving. I loved every second until the last word. You will not be disappointed. It’s not a young adult book so don’t let that put you off. I’m 36 and loved every second!
This book just keeps on giving. I loved every second until the last word. You will not be disappointed. It’s not a young adult book so don’t let that put you off. I’m 36 and loved every second!
January 29, 2018
Just finished this series, they were great!
August 12, 2019
I've really enjoyed this series.
June 20, 2022
Finished
I finished the whole series and I loved it. Don’t hesitate to get the whole group because you will like it too.
I finished the whole series and I loved it. Don’t hesitate to get the whole group because you will like it too.
January 26, 2023
this series is good. Glad it ended with book 3. I was disappointed with the ending though. I wanted a little more for the ending.
March 20, 2017
Totally Immersive Experience
I totally enjoyed reading this set of novels . I started with the second one and then went back and read the prequel and then continued on through. Throughout the books I found absolutely no errors in anything and it's so nice to see authors who know how to write with good editing and characters totally fleshed out that each book stands on its own but the totality is sheer pleasure to read.
I totally enjoyed reading this set of novels . I started with the second one and then went back and read the prequel and then continued on through. Throughout the books I found absolutely no errors in anything and it's so nice to see authors who know how to write with good editing and characters totally fleshed out that each book stands on its own but the totality is sheer pleasure to read.
October 14, 2016
My thoughts on the finale of this series are almost exactly the same as the first two so I won't bother getting into the details again here. I enjoyed it well enough, but wish that we got to hear from the H. I never really felt the connection the MCs had with one another and maybe his pov would have helped.
I wish there was more of an epilogue or that it took place a little further into the future. Overall this was an interesting series but the MCs weren't very compelling. If I'd known, I would have skipped this one. There are better and more well written sci-fi series out there.
I wish there was more of an epilogue or that it took place a little further into the future. Overall this was an interesting series but the MCs weren't very compelling. If I'd known, I would have skipped this one. There are better and more well written sci-fi series out there.
November 22, 2016
Good ending...
I enjoyed this series. Post apocalyptic (from a volcano), no zombies, but still plenty of warped people.
The characters were great...especially Esther. Extremely smart, and loyal to the very end. The others were portrayed very nicely and the storyline was concise and to the point. I especially liked that the series followed Esther and her point of view. No jumping from character to character.
Good job. Will be waiting to read more from this author.
I enjoyed this series. Post apocalyptic (from a volcano), no zombies, but still plenty of warped people.
The characters were great...especially Esther. Extremely smart, and loyal to the very end. The others were portrayed very nicely and the storyline was concise and to the point. I especially liked that the series followed Esther and her point of view. No jumping from character to character.
Good job. Will be waiting to read more from this author.
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December 20, 2015Excellent end to an excellent series!
December 29, 2015
Seafled review
Seafled is the third post apocalyptic book in the Seabound Chronicles written by author Jordan Rivet. This series is great.
Seafled is the third post apocalyptic book in the Seabound Chronicles written by author Jordan Rivet. This series is great.
April 6, 2017
Good
A delightful read. I recommend this author whose style and prose is interesting and engaging. I'm looking forward to reading more.
A delightful read. I recommend this author whose style and prose is interesting and engaging. I'm looking forward to reading more.
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