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Drowned Gods #3
Infinite Shores
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Expected 7 Apr 26
Ninth House
meets The Hazel Wood in this spellbinding conclusion to the New York Times bestselling Drowned Gods Trilogy, a gorgeous dark academia fantasy following a teen mage and her friends on their desperate quest through worlds and time!
Fate cannot be broken—not even by the gods who serve it.
Emory refuses to lose Romie again. Her friend’s fate hangs in the balance as the monstrous Clover plans to use her as a sacrifice to steal power from the deity Atheia—and make himself into a proper god. To stop Clover, Emory needs the help of Atheia’s dark counterpart, Sidraeus. Yet this enigmatic deity cannot be trusted, and if Emory is to ally with him, she must invoke an ancient magic to keep him tethered to her side.
Meanwhile, in the divine workshop of the god of balance, Baz learns he has a role to play in the coming fight to save the crumbling worlds and their weakening magics. Yet all he can think of is Kai and the gruesome fate that awaits him at Clover’s side—a fate, the god tells him, that is beyond even his reach. But Baz is determined to save Kai, even if he has to rewrite time itself.
As chaos reigns and the tides of a corrupted magic threaten to consume all, Emory and Baz must contend with mercurial gods, vengeful deities, and those hell-bent on eradicating Eclipse magic to save the people they love—and write an ending to their stories that defies fate itself.
Fate cannot be broken—not even by the gods who serve it.
Emory refuses to lose Romie again. Her friend’s fate hangs in the balance as the monstrous Clover plans to use her as a sacrifice to steal power from the deity Atheia—and make himself into a proper god. To stop Clover, Emory needs the help of Atheia’s dark counterpart, Sidraeus. Yet this enigmatic deity cannot be trusted, and if Emory is to ally with him, she must invoke an ancient magic to keep him tethered to her side.
Meanwhile, in the divine workshop of the god of balance, Baz learns he has a role to play in the coming fight to save the crumbling worlds and their weakening magics. Yet all he can think of is Kai and the gruesome fate that awaits him at Clover’s side—a fate, the god tells him, that is beyond even his reach. But Baz is determined to save Kai, even if he has to rewrite time itself.
As chaos reigns and the tides of a corrupted magic threaten to consume all, Emory and Baz must contend with mercurial gods, vengeful deities, and those hell-bent on eradicating Eclipse magic to save the people they love—and write an ending to their stories that defies fate itself.
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Pascale Lacelle
6 books886 followersPascale Lacelle is the New York Times bestselling author of Curious Tides and Stranger Skies. A longtime devourer of books, she started writing her own at the age of thirteen and quickly became enthralled by the magic of words in both French and English. She lives in Ottawa, Canada with her loving dog and an ever-growing library of books waiting to be read. You can find her online at PascaleLacelle.com or on Instagram.
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May 28, 2025OH MY GODDDD YESSS I CANT WAIT FOR BAZ BAZ BAZ BAZ MORE BAZ
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August 29, 2025If Baz and Kai don't get a happy ending I WILL crash out and probably throw the book out the window 😡
May 23, 2025
If only I had infinite patience... Can't wait!!!🌕
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July 23, 2025If they separate Kai and Baz for more than half the book I might crash out
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Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Thank you NetGalley and Simon and Schuster Children's Publishing for providing me this ARC.
From the very first volume of this series, I had trouble growing fond of the main characters. Mostly because from the start they were complex and rather far removed from the kinds of protagonists we so often read about nowadays. To be honest, Curious Tides was the first book in which a lack of stronger sympathy for the main heroine (whom I now deeply respect) did not prevent me from enjoying the story. The characters in this book, despite possessing extraordinary powers, are at the same time ordinary people, full of flaws. They are tempted by the promise of great power and the chance to go down in history—the vision of being exceptional and unique. We are dealing here with people who are often selfish and hurt those close to them. Reading about such characters can be difficult.
Fortunately, just like in real life, time allows people to change, which is clearly visible over the course of the story. Emory, insecure and afraid of others’ opinions in the first book, by the end becomes a brave heroine, fully aware of the consequences of her actions—and she brought me to tears.
I’ll need some time to recover after this book. The ending was so emotional that not only did I cry like a baby (and I could count the books that have made me shed tears on the fingers of one hand), but I even ended up with a headache afterward. I genuinely got a migraine, lol. Everything about this book is beautiful—from the cover, through the fairy-tale world, to the author’s unique prose.
The conclusion of this series feels to me both unfair and absolutely fitting at the same time. It is as uplifting as it is heartbreaking. I didn’t expect to experience it so intensely, nor did I expect the author to dare such a resolution.
PS. Even though everyone has forgiven Romie, I never will.
Od pierwszego tomu miałam problem z polubieniem głównych bohaterów, bo od początku były to postaci skomplikowane i raczej dalekie od takich, o których często obecnie czytamy. Szczerze mówiąc Wody Tajemne były pierwszą książką, w której brak większej sympatii do głównej bohaterki (którą teraz bardzo szanuję), nie przeszkodził mi w cieszeniu się lekturą. Bohaterowie w tej książce mimo posiadania niezwykłych mocy, są jednocześnie zwykłymi ludźmi, pełnymi wad. Kusi ich obietnica wielkiej mocy i możliwość przejścia do historii. Wizja bycia w czymś wyjątkowymi i jedynymi. Mamy tu do czynienia z ludźmi, którzy często są samolubni i ranią bliskich. Czytanie o takich osobach potrafi być trudne.
Na szczęście tak, jak w prawdziwym życiu, czas pozwala bohaterom na zmianę, co zdecydowanie widać na przestrzeni tomów. Zakompleksiona i bojąca się opinii innych w pierwszym tomie Emory, pod koniec staje się odważną i świadomą konsekwencji swoich czynów bohaterką, która doprowadziła mnie do łez.
Będę potrzebowała czasu, żeby dojść do siebie po tej książce. Końcówka była tak emocjonalna, że nie dość, że płakałam jak bóbr (a książki, na których uroniłam łzy mogłabym policzyć na palcach jednej ręki), to jeszcze rozbolała mnie po tym wszystkim głowa. Naprawdę dostałam migreny xD Wszystko w tej książce jest piękne, od okładki, po baśniowy świat i wyjątkowe pióro autorki.
Zakończenie tej serii jest dla mnie jednocześnie niesprawiedliwe i bardzo na miejscu. Jest równie budujące, co rozdzierając serce. Nie spodziewałam się, że przeżyje je tak mocno i że autorka odważy się na takie rozwiązanie.
Dodam tylko, że fabuła tego tomu jest złożona i wymagająca skupienia. Jeśli pierwszy/drugi tom powodował, że momentami czuliście zagubienie, w tej części będzie jeszcze gorzej. Nie zmienia to jednak faktu, że cała historia jest fenomenalna, a ja przez cały tom siedziałam jak na szpilkach. Zarówno przed sięgnięciem po drugi jak i trzeci tom zachęcam do rereadu wcześniejszych części.
From the very first volume of this series, I had trouble growing fond of the main characters. Mostly because from the start they were complex and rather far removed from the kinds of protagonists we so often read about nowadays. To be honest, Curious Tides was the first book in which a lack of stronger sympathy for the main heroine (whom I now deeply respect) did not prevent me from enjoying the story. The characters in this book, despite possessing extraordinary powers, are at the same time ordinary people, full of flaws. They are tempted by the promise of great power and the chance to go down in history—the vision of being exceptional and unique. We are dealing here with people who are often selfish and hurt those close to them. Reading about such characters can be difficult.
Fortunately, just like in real life, time allows people to change, which is clearly visible over the course of the story. Emory, insecure and afraid of others’ opinions in the first book, by the end becomes a brave heroine, fully aware of the consequences of her actions—and she brought me to tears.
I’ll need some time to recover after this book. The ending was so emotional that not only did I cry like a baby (and I could count the books that have made me shed tears on the fingers of one hand), but I even ended up with a headache afterward. I genuinely got a migraine, lol. Everything about this book is beautiful—from the cover, through the fairy-tale world, to the author’s unique prose.
The conclusion of this series feels to me both unfair and absolutely fitting at the same time. It is as uplifting as it is heartbreaking. I didn’t expect to experience it so intensely, nor did I expect the author to dare such a resolution.
PS. Even though everyone has forgiven Romie, I never will.
Od pierwszego tomu miałam problem z polubieniem głównych bohaterów, bo od początku były to postaci skomplikowane i raczej dalekie od takich, o których często obecnie czytamy. Szczerze mówiąc Wody Tajemne były pierwszą książką, w której brak większej sympatii do głównej bohaterki (którą teraz bardzo szanuję), nie przeszkodził mi w cieszeniu się lekturą. Bohaterowie w tej książce mimo posiadania niezwykłych mocy, są jednocześnie zwykłymi ludźmi, pełnymi wad. Kusi ich obietnica wielkiej mocy i możliwość przejścia do historii. Wizja bycia w czymś wyjątkowymi i jedynymi. Mamy tu do czynienia z ludźmi, którzy często są samolubni i ranią bliskich. Czytanie o takich osobach potrafi być trudne.
Na szczęście tak, jak w prawdziwym życiu, czas pozwala bohaterom na zmianę, co zdecydowanie widać na przestrzeni tomów. Zakompleksiona i bojąca się opinii innych w pierwszym tomie Emory, pod koniec staje się odważną i świadomą konsekwencji swoich czynów bohaterką, która doprowadziła mnie do łez.
Będę potrzebowała czasu, żeby dojść do siebie po tej książce. Końcówka była tak emocjonalna, że nie dość, że płakałam jak bóbr (a książki, na których uroniłam łzy mogłabym policzyć na palcach jednej ręki), to jeszcze rozbolała mnie po tym wszystkim głowa. Naprawdę dostałam migreny xD Wszystko w tej książce jest piękne, od okładki, po baśniowy świat i wyjątkowe pióro autorki.
Zakończenie tej serii jest dla mnie jednocześnie niesprawiedliwe i bardzo na miejscu. Jest równie budujące, co rozdzierając serce. Nie spodziewałam się, że przeżyje je tak mocno i że autorka odważy się na takie rozwiązanie.
Dodam tylko, że fabuła tego tomu jest złożona i wymagająca skupienia. Jeśli pierwszy/drugi tom powodował, że momentami czuliście zagubienie, w tej części będzie jeszcze gorzej. Nie zmienia to jednak faktu, że cała historia jest fenomenalna, a ja przez cały tom siedziałam jak na szpilkach. Zarówno przed sięgnięciem po drugi jak i trzeci tom zachęcam do rereadu wcześniejszych części.
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February 2, 2026I’ve been eager to get to this book ever since I finished the sequel… and now ; I’ve been thinking about it every day since I got the arc! NetGalley and Simon & Schuster Canada - you have no idea how happy you made this girl by giving her this arc 😭
January 25, 2026
Thank you NetGalley and Simon and Schuster Children's Publishing for providing me with an ARC.
This was a long one, but ultimately a beautiful conclusion to a trilogy I’m so fond of. I really enjoyed how earned this conclusion felt -- for myself as the reader, for all the characters, and for this series. Infinite Shores was pulsing with life and rarely, if at all, had a dull moment. I went into this expecting the story to build to one main climax, but was so pleasantly surprised at how wrong I was! This conclusion was full of challenges, breakthroughs, and failures for these characters in a way that mirrors life so well. The journey isn't always linear, and this book captured that fact in such a satisfying way. Nothing ever felt too easy or too simple. Coupled with this action, Infinite Shores also really prioritized the characters and their growth so beautifully. I immensely appreciated how thoughtfully it expanded on and breathed new life into these characters. I finished this book with a new understanding and appreciation for characters I've loved since book one (hi Baz and Kai) and also for those that took me longer to warm up to (I'm looking at you Emory and Romie). Amidst all the action, characters were able to have really beautiful moments together, allowing each character's arc to feel so well-earned.
Infinite Shores concludes this series with a beautiful message about the power in taking ownership of your own story and the beauty in embracing new beginnings. A message that sometimes seems so obvious, but everyone always needs reminding of. Seeing all characters grapple with and embrace this message was incredibly satisfying as a reader. The Drowned Gods Trilogy remains one of my all-time favorite YA fantasy trilogies, and I am ecstatic to get my hands on a physical copy once it releases.
This was a long one, but ultimately a beautiful conclusion to a trilogy I’m so fond of. I really enjoyed how earned this conclusion felt -- for myself as the reader, for all the characters, and for this series. Infinite Shores was pulsing with life and rarely, if at all, had a dull moment. I went into this expecting the story to build to one main climax, but was so pleasantly surprised at how wrong I was! This conclusion was full of challenges, breakthroughs, and failures for these characters in a way that mirrors life so well. The journey isn't always linear, and this book captured that fact in such a satisfying way. Nothing ever felt too easy or too simple. Coupled with this action, Infinite Shores also really prioritized the characters and their growth so beautifully. I immensely appreciated how thoughtfully it expanded on and breathed new life into these characters. I finished this book with a new understanding and appreciation for characters I've loved since book one (hi Baz and Kai) and also for those that took me longer to warm up to (I'm looking at you Emory and Romie). Amidst all the action, characters were able to have really beautiful moments together, allowing each character's arc to feel so well-earned.
Infinite Shores concludes this series with a beautiful message about the power in taking ownership of your own story and the beauty in embracing new beginnings. A message that sometimes seems so obvious, but everyone always needs reminding of. Seeing all characters grapple with and embrace this message was incredibly satisfying as a reader. The Drowned Gods Trilogy remains one of my all-time favorite YA fantasy trilogies, and I am ecstatic to get my hands on a physical copy once it releases.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
When I first read Curious Tides, I was absolutely swept away by these characters and this world. I devoured that book and swiftly moved on to Stranger Skies, and then sat in my grief that I couldn’t know how the story ended until the third book came out.
It is here now, and it is beautiful. And my only regret is not having reread the first two books before starting the third.
So much happened in all three of these books, and in the fourteen months between finishing book 2 and starting book 3, I forgot so much. I wish I’d had the time to go back and refresh my memory as to what happened and who some of the characters were. As it was, I pushed through with vague memories and enjoyed the final book anyway.
I left Stranger Skies feeling conflicted about Emory and Romey, and I wanted nothing more than for Baz and Kai to have the time together they needed as a new couple. Those feelings came back without the need to reread. I struggled with both girls’ stories, the choices they made and what they did to the friends and family they left behind. They were destined by fate, but I still wanted to shake them and ask them what the heck they thought they were doing. Baz and Kai, on the other hand, stepped up in a way I never thought Baz could way back in book 1. These characters grew so much in this books, and though the ending wasn’t all sunshine and roses, it brought tears to my eyes all the same.
Someday, I will make time to reread this trilogy without so many months between, and I will hunt for all the things I missed and enjoy, yet again, these wonderful characters and this magical, chaotic world. I loved these books and I can’t wait to reread them all live in this world once again.
It is here now, and it is beautiful. And my only regret is not having reread the first two books before starting the third.
So much happened in all three of these books, and in the fourteen months between finishing book 2 and starting book 3, I forgot so much. I wish I’d had the time to go back and refresh my memory as to what happened and who some of the characters were. As it was, I pushed through with vague memories and enjoyed the final book anyway.
I left Stranger Skies feeling conflicted about Emory and Romey, and I wanted nothing more than for Baz and Kai to have the time together they needed as a new couple. Those feelings came back without the need to reread. I struggled with both girls’ stories, the choices they made and what they did to the friends and family they left behind. They were destined by fate, but I still wanted to shake them and ask them what the heck they thought they were doing. Baz and Kai, on the other hand, stepped up in a way I never thought Baz could way back in book 1. These characters grew so much in this books, and though the ending wasn’t all sunshine and roses, it brought tears to my eyes all the same.
Someday, I will make time to reread this trilogy without so many months between, and I will hunt for all the things I missed and enjoy, yet again, these wonderful characters and this magical, chaotic world. I loved these books and I can’t wait to reread them all live in this world once again.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
4.5 rounded up (review contains spoilers for Books 1 and 2)
I want this to be 5 stars because it’s so good and it’s one of my favorite series but it’s not without a few flaws. Still an excellent conclusion to this series.
I did a reread of book 2 before this since it was more than a year since I read it, but I think you could get away without rereading; the story picks up right after book 2 and the ‘previously on’ portions are woven into the first few pages.
This book continues with our 4 main POVs and the journeys they have to go on now that they’re separated. I really like that for a YA series this does not pull any punches, these characters are going through it. There’s no kid gloves; there’s real emotion, real growth, and real tragedies. Very satisfied with this ending, even if some of the characters needed a slap lol.
My only barely there criticisms are the telling portions are so frequent. This is definitely YA and I know that’s kind of a staple due to younger readers but this is very complex for a YA series. I found there was a decent amount of lore dumping for a final book in a series. All necessary but some of the reveals felt a little late.
When I read the second book (that in the beginning referred to this series as a duology) I was disappointed to find out there was yet another book but I am actually forever grateful that it turned out this way. The series would have been wildly rushed as just 2 books.
This is definitely going to put me in a reading slump lol
Thank you to Netgalley and the author/publisher for an early copy of this book in exhange for an honest review.
I want this to be 5 stars because it’s so good and it’s one of my favorite series but it’s not without a few flaws. Still an excellent conclusion to this series.
I did a reread of book 2 before this since it was more than a year since I read it, but I think you could get away without rereading; the story picks up right after book 2 and the ‘previously on’ portions are woven into the first few pages.
This book continues with our 4 main POVs and the journeys they have to go on now that they’re separated. I really like that for a YA series this does not pull any punches, these characters are going through it. There’s no kid gloves; there’s real emotion, real growth, and real tragedies. Very satisfied with this ending, even if some of the characters needed a slap lol.
My only barely there criticisms are the telling portions are so frequent. This is definitely YA and I know that’s kind of a staple due to younger readers but this is very complex for a YA series. I found there was a decent amount of lore dumping for a final book in a series. All necessary but some of the reveals felt a little late.
When I read the second book (that in the beginning referred to this series as a duology) I was disappointed to find out there was yet another book but I am actually forever grateful that it turned out this way. The series would have been wildly rushed as just 2 books.
This is definitely going to put me in a reading slump lol
Thank you to Netgalley and the author/publisher for an early copy of this book in exhange for an honest review.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Infinite Shores is the final book in the Drowned Gods trilogy, and coming back to Baz, Emory, and Kai genuinely felt like reuniting with friends that I had been worrying about since the last book. The story once again spans multiple worlds and times — and even steps outside of time for a couple of our friends, in a god’s workshop — which somehow makes everything feel bigger and more chaotic than ever, while still staying focused on the characters.
This book puts its characters through some serious emotional (and very literal) chaos, but it also delivers on the relationships that have been building throughout the series. If you love found family, a unique lunar-based magic system, and high-stakes battles that make you whisper “please don’t do that” to fictional people, this book absolutely understands the assignment. The tension is high, and I was fully invested in everyone making it out alive.
From the very beginning, I was locked in, and by the final stretch I was openly emotional about it (no shame). The character arcs felt incredibly earned, and the emotional payoff hit exactly where it was supposed to. I’ll be thinking about Baz, Kai, Emory, and Romie for a long time, and this series has easily become one of my favorite YA fantasy trilogies. Infinite Shores is a satisfying, heartfelt conclusion that gave me emotional outburts, stress, and closure — which is really all I can ask for from a fantasy finale.
This book puts its characters through some serious emotional (and very literal) chaos, but it also delivers on the relationships that have been building throughout the series. If you love found family, a unique lunar-based magic system, and high-stakes battles that make you whisper “please don’t do that” to fictional people, this book absolutely understands the assignment. The tension is high, and I was fully invested in everyone making it out alive.
From the very beginning, I was locked in, and by the final stretch I was openly emotional about it (no shame). The character arcs felt incredibly earned, and the emotional payoff hit exactly where it was supposed to. I’ll be thinking about Baz, Kai, Emory, and Romie for a long time, and this series has easily become one of my favorite YA fantasy trilogies. Infinite Shores is a satisfying, heartfelt conclusion that gave me emotional outburts, stress, and closure — which is really all I can ask for from a fantasy finale.
January 17, 2026
I was an ARC reader for this book and boy let me tell you…
I have followed Pascale’s series from the very beginning and it has always had me in a chokehold. For the characters, to the world building, to the way you can see yourself in the actual world.
‘Infinite Shores’ was probably the best book I will have read this year and one that will sit with me. As someone who saw not only Emory but Romie in theirselves…reading how both would give up so much for the other brought me to tears. Emory sacrificing herself so that finally Romie can live the life she was meant to had me sobbing. They truly are two sides of the same coin and I can only hope that this author understands the importance of both of them to someone like me.
From day one I have wanted Baz and Kai together just as much as I wanted Sid and Emory so seeing that at least one of the pairs got their happy ending made me happy.
Truly this book is so powerful and heartbreaking that when my actual copy I ordered comes in I will be sitting down to re-read it all over again.
Thank you Net Gallery and Pascale for letting me be an ARC reader for a series I have grown to love more and more with each book.
I have followed Pascale’s series from the very beginning and it has always had me in a chokehold. For the characters, to the world building, to the way you can see yourself in the actual world.
‘Infinite Shores’ was probably the best book I will have read this year and one that will sit with me. As someone who saw not only Emory but Romie in theirselves…reading how both would give up so much for the other brought me to tears. Emory sacrificing herself so that finally Romie can live the life she was meant to had me sobbing. They truly are two sides of the same coin and I can only hope that this author understands the importance of both of them to someone like me.
From day one I have wanted Baz and Kai together just as much as I wanted Sid and Emory so seeing that at least one of the pairs got their happy ending made me happy.
Truly this book is so powerful and heartbreaking that when my actual copy I ordered comes in I will be sitting down to re-read it all over again.
Thank you Net Gallery and Pascale for letting me be an ARC reader for a series I have grown to love more and more with each book.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 25, 2026
What a tragically beautiful end to this series. So much happened in this book it’s hard to focus on just one thing. I truly enjoyed how much growth the characters had not just throughout the series but in this book alone. The impossible choices and sacrifices? The companionship?? This was such a beautiful story and I’m sad to see it’s over but so glad I got to experience it.
Emory my girl you will be missed
Thanks to netgalley for the e-arc
Emory my girl you will be missed
Thanks to netgalley for the e-arc
Review of advance copy received from Author
What a conclusion!
I have all the feelings while reading from start to finish aaaaa literally biting my nails. Love all the character developments, all the YEARNING and angst, sprinkled humor and sweet moments... everything! The ending was bittersweet and somewhat fitting, and I loved it sm.
I have all the feelings while reading from start to finish aaaaa literally biting my nails. Love all the character developments, all the YEARNING and angst, sprinkled humor and sweet moments... everything! The ending was bittersweet and somewhat fitting, and I loved it sm.
November 23, 2025
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January 8, 2026
Writing this book, and this series, was one hell of a ride. Of course I'm going to rate it 5 stars, if only for the blood, sweat, and tears I poured into it. I love these characters, I love these worlds, and I really, really love this conclusion to the trilogy. I hope you'll love it too. <3
CONTENT WARNINGS: Please be advised that this book deals with and portrays a number of difficult subjects, including death, murder, branding/tattoos, grief, guilt, body horror, suicide ideation, bloodletting, self-harm, alcohol, violence, magical asylum/prison, and torture. If at any point you find the material distressing or triggering, please take a breather and return to the book only if you feel ready. Your well-being matters.
CONTENT WARNINGS: Please be advised that this book deals with and portrays a number of difficult subjects, including death, murder, branding/tattoos, grief, guilt, body horror, suicide ideation, bloodletting, self-harm, alcohol, violence, magical asylum/prison, and torture. If at any point you find the material distressing or triggering, please take a breather and return to the book only if you feel ready. Your well-being matters.
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