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The Serpent Ring: Book 3: The Shadow Makers
The battle for the Forgotten Realms begins.
The fortune teller finds the Shadow Makers and the ancient power of the Serpent Ring awakens.
As war looms, Savannah, Pela, the magic folk and members of the ancient Great Magical Houses rally to fight the Witches’ army. And the Daughters of the Light prepare to face the horde of Shadow Monsters.
The Amarim Palace stands in the heart of the storm—where destinies will collide, new alliances rise, loyalties are tested, and the cost of peace may be too high to bear.
And across Rand, the call to stand echoes louder than ever.
The fortune teller finds the Shadow Makers and the ancient power of the Serpent Ring awakens.
As war looms, Savannah, Pela, the magic folk and members of the ancient Great Magical Houses rally to fight the Witches’ army. And the Daughters of the Light prepare to face the horde of Shadow Monsters.
The Amarim Palace stands in the heart of the storm—where destinies will collide, new alliances rise, loyalties are tested, and the cost of peace may be too high to bear.
And across Rand, the call to stand echoes louder than ever.
464 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 16, 2025
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June 1, 2025
I simply love all about the Rand books and universe. This story was also fast paced and very interesting from the first page till the end. I would love to read more about the realm in the future and the people in it.
WLW and strong female characters in an amazing fantasy serie. Thank you Silvia for this wonderful reading experience.
WLW and strong female characters in an amazing fantasy serie. Thank you Silvia for this wonderful reading experience.
September 20, 2025
There is no point in reading this review if you haven't read at least the The Shadow Maker series of the books.
It is a Silvia Shaw signature to have fast paced, action packed scenes and The Serpent Ring highlights this.The first few pages were slow (for the story) but once all the players were in place, everything flowed. Yes, this series plus the Queens' world has the reader chockers when it comes to keeping tabs of the characters but it was all worth it in the end when everyone came together to play their part.
The world Silvia Shaw created and the characters in it continuously amazes me. The author's ability to cram all these big personalities and magical abilities is simply astounding. I appreciate that in this book there were not a lot of new additions to the bursting list of characters or creatures. However, the new ones the author did manage to introduce were necessary and added a layer to the plot, not just for flair.
I cannot even begin to say how much this series was such a treat to read for a sapphic, women centred fantasy book. Did I mention WOMEN CENTRED? I don't know if there is anything else from this world the author could squeeze out of but if there is, I am there. Count on it.
It is a Silvia Shaw signature to have fast paced, action packed scenes and The Serpent Ring highlights this.The first few pages were slow (for the story) but once all the players were in place, everything flowed. Yes, this series plus the Queens' world has the reader chockers when it comes to keeping tabs of the characters but it was all worth it in the end when everyone came together to play their part.
The world Silvia Shaw created and the characters in it continuously amazes me. The author's ability to cram all these big personalities and magical abilities is simply astounding. I appreciate that in this book there were not a lot of new additions to the bursting list of characters or creatures. However, the new ones the author did manage to introduce were necessary and added a layer to the plot, not just for flair.
I cannot even begin to say how much this series was such a treat to read for a sapphic, women centred fantasy book. Did I mention WOMEN CENTRED? I don't know if there is anything else from this world the author could squeeze out of but if there is, I am there. Count on it.
June 11, 2025
one of the best fantasy series
I hope this series isn’t completely done as it is one of my absolute favorites. I’ve read the first 5 books at least 5 times each, and I finished this one in less than 12 hours. If that didn’t make it completely obvious, I LOVE this series. Some of it is hard to follow at times as it’s set in a different world with creatures that don’t follow what we know. I was thrilled when the author included nearly all the important characters from the previous books. Though, I wish there was more focus on Bree and Yaslin as this trilogy began with them however I understand why it had to follow Tempi when it didn’t lead with Savannah.
Anyways, I guess my point is that this is a great series. It definitely took my mind off of my physical pain for as long as I read. The author created an incredible world, with some fantastic characters. I was partial to Savannah (of course!), Queen Cassine and Bree.
This (the whole series, 6 books - two trilogies) should definitely be on anyone’s reading list. It will stay on my kindle forever.
I hope this series isn’t completely done as it is one of my absolute favorites. I’ve read the first 5 books at least 5 times each, and I finished this one in less than 12 hours. If that didn’t make it completely obvious, I LOVE this series. Some of it is hard to follow at times as it’s set in a different world with creatures that don’t follow what we know. I was thrilled when the author included nearly all the important characters from the previous books. Though, I wish there was more focus on Bree and Yaslin as this trilogy began with them however I understand why it had to follow Tempi when it didn’t lead with Savannah.
Anyways, I guess my point is that this is a great series. It definitely took my mind off of my physical pain for as long as I read. The author created an incredible world, with some fantastic characters. I was partial to Savannah (of course!), Queen Cassine and Bree.
This (the whole series, 6 books - two trilogies) should definitely be on anyone’s reading list. It will stay on my kindle forever.
May 25, 2025
Out of all of the books in the series thus far, this one is the fastest paced one of the lot. There is a lot that happens in it, and I really do mean a lot. Of course, given that this is an epic fantasy, with the fate of Rand hanging in the balance, that is to be expected. And wrt the cliff at the end of the previous book, this one delves straight into and resolves it at the beginning.
Overall, it is an enjoyable read, and a satisfactory conclusion to the series. As far as I can tell, all of the lose threads are wrapped up, we get reveals that have been teased for a while, and events that have been a long time coming. I wouldn't be surprised if a certain young child ended up getting a book of her own once she gets old enough.
As to if we'll see any more books following directly on from this, I have no clue. I'm curious, but at the same time, this one has wrapped it all up on a good note. I guess we shall see.
Overall, it is an enjoyable read, and a satisfactory conclusion to the series. As far as I can tell, all of the lose threads are wrapped up, we get reveals that have been teased for a while, and events that have been a long time coming. I wouldn't be surprised if a certain young child ended up getting a book of her own once she gets old enough.
As to if we'll see any more books following directly on from this, I have no clue. I'm curious, but at the same time, this one has wrapped it all up on a good note. I guess we shall see.
July 2, 2025
Well, this has been a ride I won't forget. Spells have been woven by Silvia in this realm too, cuz even if it's been a while since I read book 2, I immediately remembered everything that previously happened and was easy to see how it unfolds in this one, even with the enormous amount of characters playing the storylines. That can only happen when a masterpiece is written.
Fast paced, enchanting and satisfying makes up the last piece of this amazing world that Silvia created. Conclusions drawn over the last war with the dark side and some beautiful mysteries unravelled, the ending is a fitting one. I cannot believe this is over but, by god, I would love to see Feya grown up. She is as feisty as Reagan when one steps on her tail (loved that scene with them both, btw...had be laughing out loud).
10 stars from me! Magnificent!!!
Fast paced, enchanting and satisfying makes up the last piece of this amazing world that Silvia created. Conclusions drawn over the last war with the dark side and some beautiful mysteries unravelled, the ending is a fitting one. I cannot believe this is over but, by god, I would love to see Feya grown up. She is as feisty as Reagan when one steps on her tail (loved that scene with them both, btw...had be laughing out loud).
10 stars from me! Magnificent!!!
May 11, 2025
Fabulous book. This is the last book of Silvia Shaw's second trilogy and what an exciting conclusion to this great series. The story continues where the last left off, where they try to find where the Shadow Monsters are hiding.The book is full of surprises as it twists and turns to the final confrontation between good and evil. All the characters we have met before in Rand rally to the call to protect the Forgotten Realms. What I love about Shaw's novels is that she can write such good characters: the magic people are heroic yet falible, the villains are truly evil and the monsters creepy. I think percocious Feya steals the show. A fantasy series not to be missed.
This was given to me by the author as an ARC
This was given to me by the author as an ARC
May 12, 2025
Five stars+. This book winds up the story of the Shadow Makers with a bang. It's soooo good. Savannah and crew prepare to battle for the Forgotten Realms against the witches who are truly evil. There are plenty of surprises on the way as the war accellerates. This series and the first Rand triology are some of the best fantasy books I've read. I hope Silvia keeps this fascinating world going in future books.
I can't praise this book enough.
This review was an Arc from the author.
I can't praise this book enough.
This review was an Arc from the author.
June 13, 2025
Great book!
I really hope there will be more books from the world of Rand. I absolutely loved this book and the whole series. All of Silvia Shaw’s books are amazing. The universe she created was absolutely fantastic and it will be hard for me now not to be able to read more about Savannah, all the main characters from those 6 books and their adventures. There is so much more I wanna know. This book is so worth to read, just like the previous ones.
I really hope there will be more books from the world of Rand. I absolutely loved this book and the whole series. All of Silvia Shaw’s books are amazing. The universe she created was absolutely fantastic and it will be hard for me now not to be able to read more about Savannah, all the main characters from those 6 books and their adventures. There is so much more I wanna know. This book is so worth to read, just like the previous ones.
July 30, 2025
Amazing
I practically kicked my feet and giggled when I saw that this book was out. I had such high hopes and was not disappointed. The Rand books are definitely among my absolute favorite books to read. Every time a new one comes out, I’ll start the whole series again from the beginning. There’s so much depth in the characters and the stories themselves and they’re so satisfying to read. Thank you, Miss Shaw for putting out such amazing books.
I practically kicked my feet and giggled when I saw that this book was out. I had such high hopes and was not disappointed. The Rand books are definitely among my absolute favorite books to read. Every time a new one comes out, I’ll start the whole series again from the beginning. There’s so much depth in the characters and the stories themselves and they’re so satisfying to read. Thank you, Miss Shaw for putting out such amazing books.
May 17, 2025
I recommend this series
This is one of my favorite fantasy series. The characters are interesting and well developed. Once I start reading these books I don't want to stop until the end and then I'm sorry the book ended. I really enjoyed alk six books I hope the series continues. Thanks for a great read.
This is one of my favorite fantasy series. The characters are interesting and well developed. Once I start reading these books I don't want to stop until the end and then I'm sorry the book ended. I really enjoyed alk six books I hope the series continues. Thanks for a great read.
October 26, 2025
I love all the Rand books! This one felt like coming home with all the friends from previous books. Savannah's journey has been wondrous and amazing. The idea of starting over in a whole new world is daunting. She handles it with bravery and grace. Her relationship with Pela offers a partner of equal bravery and grace. Some twists at the end were really fun!
June 15, 2025
5*
A fitting end to another fascinating, and frankly awesome trilogy. As always, I have loved being immersed in all-things Rand. Rand is an addictive world, filled with great characters. My hope is to find myself submerged in Rand again…
This trilogy is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
A fitting end to another fascinating, and frankly awesome trilogy. As always, I have loved being immersed in all-things Rand. Rand is an addictive world, filled with great characters. My hope is to find myself submerged in Rand again…
This trilogy is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
July 2, 2025
Amazing
A great installment to this wonderful series. In a world of paranormal magical beings. Evil wages war with good. It’s a fight to the end where coming together breaks the bounds of tyranny.
A great installment to this wonderful series. In a world of paranormal magical beings. Evil wages war with good. It’s a fight to the end where coming together breaks the bounds of tyranny.
May 15, 2025
Wow! This is a really good book. Can highly recommend.
May 19, 2025
Wonderful Series
The world of Rand is complex and beautiful. As are the relationships between the characters. Well worth reading. Highly recommended.
The world of Rand is complex and beautiful. As are the relationships between the characters. Well worth reading. Highly recommended.
May 21, 2025
Epic fantasy. Incredible book. Incredible imagination. Mind blowing the detail the author has put into this book.
May 26, 2025
Awesome
I love fantasy and this series is loaded with everything. Thank you for a fast paced action filled adventure do keep up the good work.
I love fantasy and this series is loaded with everything. Thank you for a fast paced action filled adventure do keep up the good work.
September 1, 2025
I absolutely love this series and this was a wonderful end to the series. I really hope there is more books in this universe, I want to know more!
June 6, 2025
Another fantastic adventure in Rand!
The Serpent Ring is an action-packed conclusion to the Shadow Makers trilogy set in Shaw's universe known as Rand. I loved the development of this world and the recurring characters that you meet throughout this trilogy and the first books collectively known as Imperial Rand. I highly recommend all books in the series to fans of fantasy, and for fans of sapphic fantasy, these can't be missed. I hope very much to see more stories from Rand in the future.
The Serpent Ring is an action-packed conclusion to the Shadow Makers trilogy set in Shaw's universe known as Rand. I loved the development of this world and the recurring characters that you meet throughout this trilogy and the first books collectively known as Imperial Rand. I highly recommend all books in the series to fans of fantasy, and for fans of sapphic fantasy, these can't be missed. I hope very much to see more stories from Rand in the future.
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