What do you think?
Rate this book
Sometimes it hurts instead . . .
For fans of John Green, Assassin's Creed and Sailor Moon
Krishani thought Kaliel was lost forever. Slave to the hunger, and the cold, and the enemies who took everything, he longs for death. Taking shelter in a human body, Krishani finds the one thing he gave up on centuries ago -- Kaliel.
Maeva doesn't know who she is -- what she is, but she knows she doesn't belong. Hunted by her past, stalked by a boy intent on killing her, she longs to remember. Confused and alone, Maeva learns why memories are the most painful things of all.
Sorrow, Hunger, Passion and Danger collide in the fourth installment of The Ferryman & The Flame.
For fans of John Green, Assassin's Creed and Sailor Moon
Krishani thought Kaliel was lost forever. Slave to the hunger, and the cold, and the enemies who took everything, he longs for death. Taking shelter in a human body, Krishani finds the one thing he gave up on centuries ago -- Kaliel.
Maeva doesn't know who she is -- what she is, but she knows she doesn't belong. Hunted by her past, stalked by a boy intent on killing her, she longs to remember. Confused and alone, Maeva learns why memories are the most painful things of all.
Sorrow, Hunger, Passion and Danger collide in the fourth installment of The Ferryman & The Flame.
397 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2014
1 person is currently reading
133 people want to read
About the author
Rhiannon Paille
22 books289 followersRhiannon is a booksmith from the middle of nowhere, Canada. She holds a PhD in Metaphysical Science and Parapsychology, which is to say she happens to know a lot about what goes bump in the night. When she's not writing she's singing karaoke, burning dinner, and hiding her superhero identity. She'd like to own a unicorn one day, as long as it doesn't eat her. You'll find her sipping iced cappuccino despite her allergy to coffee at www.yafantasyauthor.com
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
Displaying 1 - 10 of 10 reviews
June 11, 2015
Best in the series yet, but man oh man do I need extra therapy now.
I came into this book with a mixture of excitement because I loved the earlier books as well as dread because, as implied, I have read the earlier books. When I heard there was a ten thousand year gap between this and the previous installment, Vulture, taking us into modern times, I was a bit hesitant, but I thought it was pulled off very well. The author eases us into the 21st century without losing the flavor of the other books or letting us forget that in ten thousand years, even immortals change.
The plot:
I had no idea what was going to happen and pretty much every time I made a prediction, I guessed wrong. The story took its own path and I thought it turned out better than my original expectation. As with the earlier books, I loved the blending of mythologies and the references to different cultures and the author’s explanation for how they were all interconnected.
There was less reference to the Land of the Beasts and the Land of Immortals than in the previous novels and I’m not sure how I felt about that. I suppose it was understandable since the story was taking place in the Lands of Men, but I’m hoping for more of the other Lands in Asylum.
The characters:
Kaliel is on her fourth body to date (I’m not counting all Tor’s failed attempts) and as far as she knows, her name is Maeva and she is nothing but a normal teenager in an obscure Canadian town. She seemed more mature to me, there was less naïveté to her personality and greater wisdom, not sure exactly how to put it.
As for Krishani—oh my poor sweet baby. After ten thousand years as a Vulture, he’s managed to cling to his identity and the past nine years in the body of a cancer patient. I felt for him more in this book than I did in Justice when he was slowly turning into a soul-eating demon. I just…loved everything about his character in this book and want, want, want them to have a stupid HEA at the end of this series so fricking bad.
On a brief note, I adore Pux as much as ever (another of my sweet babies), hate Shimma (that blonde succubus can jump headfirst down a well), am reevaluating my initial appraisal of Elwen (he’s on probation), and am waiting for someone to upside Tor in the head with a brick (he has it coming).
I am as much a fan of this series as ever and I certainly recommend it. The descriptions are beautiful, the love story is gorgeous, the world building is epic, and it just keeps getting better.
I came into this book with a mixture of excitement because I loved the earlier books as well as dread because, as implied, I have read the earlier books. When I heard there was a ten thousand year gap between this and the previous installment, Vulture, taking us into modern times, I was a bit hesitant, but I thought it was pulled off very well. The author eases us into the 21st century without losing the flavor of the other books or letting us forget that in ten thousand years, even immortals change.
The plot:
I had no idea what was going to happen and pretty much every time I made a prediction, I guessed wrong. The story took its own path and I thought it turned out better than my original expectation. As with the earlier books, I loved the blending of mythologies and the references to different cultures and the author’s explanation for how they were all interconnected.
There was less reference to the Land of the Beasts and the Land of Immortals than in the previous novels and I’m not sure how I felt about that. I suppose it was understandable since the story was taking place in the Lands of Men, but I’m hoping for more of the other Lands in Asylum.
The characters:
Kaliel is on her fourth body to date (I’m not counting all Tor’s failed attempts) and as far as she knows, her name is Maeva and she is nothing but a normal teenager in an obscure Canadian town. She seemed more mature to me, there was less naïveté to her personality and greater wisdom, not sure exactly how to put it.
As for Krishani—oh my poor sweet baby. After ten thousand years as a Vulture, he’s managed to cling to his identity and the past nine years in the body of a cancer patient. I felt for him more in this book than I did in Justice when he was slowly turning into a soul-eating demon. I just…loved everything about his character in this book and want, want, want them to have a stupid HEA at the end of this series so fricking bad.
On a brief note, I adore Pux as much as ever (another of my sweet babies), hate Shimma (that blonde succubus can jump headfirst down a well), am reevaluating my initial appraisal of Elwen (he’s on probation), and am waiting for someone to upside Tor in the head with a brick (he has it coming).
I am as much a fan of this series as ever and I certainly recommend it. The descriptions are beautiful, the love story is gorgeous, the world building is epic, and it just keeps getting better.
March 1, 2015
Kemplan (immortal) watched in horror as the Great Library (Great Hall) was on fire. He manages to save the Book of Ages.
Valtanyana (government) takes girls to the Lands of Beasts to work in factories. Boys go to the Lands of Immortals to learn warrior training.
Then there was Gnosh a Land of Dragons & Draconians.
Pux Goodfellow (900, m, Elder) lived in Evennses (Isle of Avristar). His services were quite sought after. Avristar appears to be a utopian society; strict rules/regulations.
Tor (m, aka Christian De Luca) ended up in Lake of the Woods General ER. Christian (nurse) was looking after him.
Maeva Jonsson (f, waitress, Red Boot Restaurant) was in a coma. Zanthos (vulture) was going to take her.
Krishani (elvin) goes off with Shimma Kristiansen (f, Daughter of Lord Istar of Avristar).
Krishani goal was to meet up with Kaliel Kal (Amethyst Flame). She must be eliminated.
Kaliel (elvin) swims with merfolk & can talk to trees.
Pux & Shimma were off to Kenora, Canada.
Mr. Weir (teacher) 1st day back at St. Thomas HS. Krishani, Kaliel (f), & Cossisea were in his class.
Michael (Wraith) was in the Lake of the Woods General hospital. Maeva paid him a visit.
Wraith’s don’t die they just go from body/body. The problem is Michael has cancer.
What will happen to Michael?
How about Krishani & Kaliel?
What about Pux, Shimma & Cossisea?
Last but not least Maeva. Will she come to terms of her past?
I did not receive any type of compensation for reading & reviewing this book. While I receive free books from publishers & authors, I am under no obligation to write a positive review. Only an honest one.
A very awesome book cover, great font & writing style. A fairly well romantic fantasy written book. It wasn’t always very easy for me to read/follow from start/finish, but never a dull moment. There were no grammar/typo errors, nor any repetitive or out of line sequence sentences. Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a huge set of unique characters to keep track of. This could also make great YA fantasy movie (Avatar), animated cartoon, or mini TV series (Once Upon a Time). I didn’t understand J.R.R. Tolkien so I’m not real sure I grasped this whole story. That said I will rate it at 4/5 stars.
Thank you for the free Noisetrade; PDF book
Tony Parsons MSW (Washburn)
Valtanyana (government) takes girls to the Lands of Beasts to work in factories. Boys go to the Lands of Immortals to learn warrior training.
Then there was Gnosh a Land of Dragons & Draconians.
Pux Goodfellow (900, m, Elder) lived in Evennses (Isle of Avristar). His services were quite sought after. Avristar appears to be a utopian society; strict rules/regulations.
Tor (m, aka Christian De Luca) ended up in Lake of the Woods General ER. Christian (nurse) was looking after him.
Maeva Jonsson (f, waitress, Red Boot Restaurant) was in a coma. Zanthos (vulture) was going to take her.
Krishani (elvin) goes off with Shimma Kristiansen (f, Daughter of Lord Istar of Avristar).
Krishani goal was to meet up with Kaliel Kal (Amethyst Flame). She must be eliminated.
Kaliel (elvin) swims with merfolk & can talk to trees.
Pux & Shimma were off to Kenora, Canada.
Mr. Weir (teacher) 1st day back at St. Thomas HS. Krishani, Kaliel (f), & Cossisea were in his class.
Michael (Wraith) was in the Lake of the Woods General hospital. Maeva paid him a visit.
Wraith’s don’t die they just go from body/body. The problem is Michael has cancer.
What will happen to Michael?
How about Krishani & Kaliel?
What about Pux, Shimma & Cossisea?
Last but not least Maeva. Will she come to terms of her past?
I did not receive any type of compensation for reading & reviewing this book. While I receive free books from publishers & authors, I am under no obligation to write a positive review. Only an honest one.
A very awesome book cover, great font & writing style. A fairly well romantic fantasy written book. It wasn’t always very easy for me to read/follow from start/finish, but never a dull moment. There were no grammar/typo errors, nor any repetitive or out of line sequence sentences. Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a huge set of unique characters to keep track of. This could also make great YA fantasy movie (Avatar), animated cartoon, or mini TV series (Once Upon a Time). I didn’t understand J.R.R. Tolkien so I’m not real sure I grasped this whole story. That said I will rate it at 4/5 stars.
Thank you for the free Noisetrade; PDF book
Tony Parsons MSW (Washburn)
March 3, 2016
This is the first book in the series I have read. Even with it being the first there is enough of a back story to go on that you can enjoy it with out the knowlage from reading the 3 books leading up to this. I really enjoyed this book and the characters that the author created. I was so sad when my device broke and I had to wait a while to get back into the book and finish it. Before I was even done I had already had purchased the first 3 books and can't wait to start from the beginning of the series.
January 8, 2015
Mercy is the fourth book in The Ferryman and The Flame series. It is also the first book I read in this series. Usually, like everyone else, I start a series with book one. I was offered the opportunity to beta read this book and was assured that I did not have to have read the first three books to understand what was going on in book four.
The book starts off with a couple of seemingly unrelated storylines. Initially I was thinking that maybe I did need to read the first 3 books but since I was assured that was not the case I kept reading and watched how the storylines unfolded and started to tie into one another. There were a few times as this was happening that I could feel the light bulb going off and me saying “OOHHH!!”. As I got further into the book it was confirmed that I really did not need to read the first three books prior to reading this. If I did not know there were previous books in this series, I would not have thought twice about needing more of a background. This is also the first time I started a series a few books in so initially had trouble understanding how I would not need the first books. Believe me, you can read this book without having read the first three.
This book is very different from the other paranormal books I have read. There are new types of paranormal characters introduced, which is refreshing. We get enough of an understanding of these new types of characters so we know what is going on. However we are not overloaded with details to bog down the story.
There is a little bit of backfilling throughout the book because of the previous books but the story keeps flowing.
Mercy keeps you on edge and wondering what is going to happen. There are characters introduced that you think are the good guys but as the story goes on, you wonder if they are really the bad guys. I like that about this book because it is not in any way predictable. There is lot going on in this book and it sets book #5 up nicely. It ends with the reader wanting more and needing the next book to see what happens.
I have to admit, I did cry when reading this book. This does not happen very often. Initially I wasn’t sure how I was going to feel about this book because it was so different from the others I have read. I am very glad I kept reading because I ended up really liking it and ready to read more from this series.
When I started reading this book, I said I was going to read books 1 – 3 next. Then I finished this book and I want to see how everything is going to play out so I can’t decide if I should just go on to the next book or start from the beginning! As I mentioned, I have never read a series out of order before. However, this book is so unique that I was able to start in the middle and feel that I could go back to the books prior to this, or keep going with the books after this, and not have any trouble understanding what is going on.
The book starts off with a couple of seemingly unrelated storylines. Initially I was thinking that maybe I did need to read the first 3 books but since I was assured that was not the case I kept reading and watched how the storylines unfolded and started to tie into one another. There were a few times as this was happening that I could feel the light bulb going off and me saying “OOHHH!!”. As I got further into the book it was confirmed that I really did not need to read the first three books prior to reading this. If I did not know there were previous books in this series, I would not have thought twice about needing more of a background. This is also the first time I started a series a few books in so initially had trouble understanding how I would not need the first books. Believe me, you can read this book without having read the first three.
This book is very different from the other paranormal books I have read. There are new types of paranormal characters introduced, which is refreshing. We get enough of an understanding of these new types of characters so we know what is going on. However we are not overloaded with details to bog down the story.
There is a little bit of backfilling throughout the book because of the previous books but the story keeps flowing.
Mercy keeps you on edge and wondering what is going to happen. There are characters introduced that you think are the good guys but as the story goes on, you wonder if they are really the bad guys. I like that about this book because it is not in any way predictable. There is lot going on in this book and it sets book #5 up nicely. It ends with the reader wanting more and needing the next book to see what happens.
I have to admit, I did cry when reading this book. This does not happen very often. Initially I wasn’t sure how I was going to feel about this book because it was so different from the others I have read. I am very glad I kept reading because I ended up really liking it and ready to read more from this series.
When I started reading this book, I said I was going to read books 1 – 3 next. Then I finished this book and I want to see how everything is going to play out so I can’t decide if I should just go on to the next book or start from the beginning! As I mentioned, I have never read a series out of order before. However, this book is so unique that I was able to start in the middle and feel that I could go back to the books prior to this, or keep going with the books after this, and not have any trouble understanding what is going on.
July 29, 2014
I was given a chance to beta read "Mercy" by Rhiannon Paille. It is the fourth book in her The Ferryman and The Flame series. This particular book is intended to be a possible start point even if you never read the first three. After reading Mercy I will say that even though Rhi did a wonderful job pulling enough details to give you background and the overall history of the world that I would still start from the beginning. I'm a bit picky when it comes to things like that. My plan now is to finish the series and then start over so that I can absorb all the details in their actual order. On the topic of Rhi using this as a second starting point, I love that as an author she decided to continue the series and follow the characters beyond a major conclusion. I wish so many more authors would do this. I usually find myself so disappointed after a series ends but just from what I've read of this series I don't think I will have that feeling.
I found this to be a nice jump back into YA fantasy/romance. I've been rather bored with the genre lately and this book made me realize what was missing in most YA today. There are so many unique characters and details in this series. The creatures and magic, while maybe reminding you of something similar, make it clear that this is a different take on them. Krishani for instance may remind you of the grim reaper but is in fact so much more and in ways so much more terrifying. When reading from his POV you feel his torment, despair and struggle. I like the character of Kaliel because even though she may come off as innocent, something so much more incredible is buried in her soul.
This seems to be a very enjoyable series that won't leave you bored or asking yourself why you began in the first place. Once I finish the series as a whole I plan to come back and edit my review with more detail. So go check out The Ferryman and The Flame series! You will not regret it
I found this to be a nice jump back into YA fantasy/romance. I've been rather bored with the genre lately and this book made me realize what was missing in most YA today. There are so many unique characters and details in this series. The creatures and magic, while maybe reminding you of something similar, make it clear that this is a different take on them. Krishani for instance may remind you of the grim reaper but is in fact so much more and in ways so much more terrifying. When reading from his POV you feel his torment, despair and struggle. I like the character of Kaliel because even though she may come off as innocent, something so much more incredible is buried in her soul.
This seems to be a very enjoyable series that won't leave you bored or asking yourself why you began in the first place. Once I finish the series as a whole I plan to come back and edit my review with more detail. So go check out The Ferryman and The Flame series! You will not regret it
April 26, 2015
Kaliel is reborn and lives life as an outcast teen at a very small community in Canada. Krishani is a wraith that she apparently did wrong. He learns of her rebirth and he inhabits the body of a boy and ends up “growing” up. And when he was 17, he figured out where she lived and he went to her to kill her. But the past seeps into him. He cannot forget what she’d done to him, but he couldn’t forget all the good things about her either. Most of all, he couldn’t forget how much he loved her. Kaliel has no memory of her past or of him. And as he got to know her all over again, all those good memories come crashing back.
I was given this being told that it was a standalone and that I didn’t need the first three books in the series to understand what’s going on. While that is technically true, I do think I missed a bunch of the story and history of ALL the characters and events by not having read the first three books. There are things I have no idea what it means, simply because it’s written as if it is understood. And while I truly did like the book, I feel as though my enjoyment could have been more complete had I read the other books. I spent more than half the book trying to figure out exactly what was going on and why certain events had impact, and after a while, it just kind of came together, but it was at 58% of the way for me. All that being said, it is an interesting book and definitely leaves lots of room for expansion and a multitude of different stories to be told.
Ms. Paille creates a more modern world compared to what I’m sure the prior books deal with. That being said, it’s detailed and complete. Her characters are fully developed, even if there is gaping holes in their story. I think the gaping holes adds to their complexity.
I was given this being told that it was a standalone and that I didn’t need the first three books in the series to understand what’s going on. While that is technically true, I do think I missed a bunch of the story and history of ALL the characters and events by not having read the first three books. There are things I have no idea what it means, simply because it’s written as if it is understood. And while I truly did like the book, I feel as though my enjoyment could have been more complete had I read the other books. I spent more than half the book trying to figure out exactly what was going on and why certain events had impact, and after a while, it just kind of came together, but it was at 58% of the way for me. All that being said, it is an interesting book and definitely leaves lots of room for expansion and a multitude of different stories to be told.
Ms. Paille creates a more modern world compared to what I’m sure the prior books deal with. That being said, it’s detailed and complete. Her characters are fully developed, even if there is gaping holes in their story. I think the gaping holes adds to their complexity.
June 24, 2014
This is the fourth book in the Ferryman and the Flame series and let me just tell you, if you haven't read those that came before... get to it! As of the posting of this review, this book isn't officially released yet so you have some time to get the first three and get them read in time for the release! (I'll try to remember to edit this once it's available but I have a dumb ol' brain so I'll likely forget, sorry!)
Wow. What can I say about this book without giving anything at all away? This'll be quite a task in and of itself. These books are so gloriously involved with storylines that intertwine yet stand alone in the sense that each book takes you in a different direction (yet the same in a way) with the same characters (yet totally different in a way) that I can't even begin to describe what makes this one so dang good without ruining this one or the previous ones! What I can safely say is that this book will take you on an emotional rollercoaster ride bringing moments of pure joy, a case of the giggles at times, and such deep sadness you feel as if your heart is breaking with each page turned.
This book is the perfect addition to The Ferryman and the Flame series adding new life to the story and keeping it going in the most unexpected of ways. Make sure you get your reading on so you catch up (if you aren't caught up already) before you read this one, just so you get the full wonderfulness of the entire series thus far. It's completely worth every second of reading time, plus some!
Wow. What can I say about this book without giving anything at all away? This'll be quite a task in and of itself. These books are so gloriously involved with storylines that intertwine yet stand alone in the sense that each book takes you in a different direction (yet the same in a way) with the same characters (yet totally different in a way) that I can't even begin to describe what makes this one so dang good without ruining this one or the previous ones! What I can safely say is that this book will take you on an emotional rollercoaster ride bringing moments of pure joy, a case of the giggles at times, and such deep sadness you feel as if your heart is breaking with each page turned.
This book is the perfect addition to The Ferryman and the Flame series adding new life to the story and keeping it going in the most unexpected of ways. Make sure you get your reading on so you catch up (if you aren't caught up already) before you read this one, just so you get the full wonderfulness of the entire series thus far. It's completely worth every second of reading time, plus some!
January 8, 2015
I happened to do a beta read for this one. I was completely blown away! Even starting out with book 4 in the series, I never felt like I didn't understand what was going on. I promptly decided I had to read every one of these books!
The combination of high fantasy and modern settings made for a enchanting and believable tale. The characters are well written and the story is captivating. I would highly recommend this book and the entire series to anyone who enjoys YA/NA books, and anyone who likes to see a little fantasy in the real world.
The combination of high fantasy and modern settings made for a enchanting and believable tale. The characters are well written and the story is captivating. I would highly recommend this book and the entire series to anyone who enjoys YA/NA books, and anyone who likes to see a little fantasy in the real world.
June 28, 2014
This was an awesome read that I could not put down until I finished. It is an amazing story that once you start will have you hooked and the characters, wow, you will fall in love with them. This is one hell of a book and you will not be sorry that you have read it.
June 10, 2013
Simply amazing. Review to come. . .
Displaying 1 - 10 of 10 reviews