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The Saga of Tanya the Evil Light Novel #3
The Saga of Tanya the Evil, Vol. 3: The Finest Hour
Contrary to her dearest wish to find a safe place and stay there, Major Tanya von Degurechaff continues to wade through the fog of war with her troops on land, at sea, and in the air. After many battles with the increasingly numerous enemies of the Empire, a chance for a breakthrough finally appears.
But when her comrades begin celebrating the glories they've reaped, savoring the sweet nectar of imminent triumph, Tanya alone is frozen in fear. Has the Empire decisively won the war, or is this nothing more than a Pyrrhic victory...?
But when her comrades begin celebrating the glories they've reaped, savoring the sweet nectar of imminent triumph, Tanya alone is frozen in fear. Has the Empire decisively won the war, or is this nothing more than a Pyrrhic victory...?
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First published November 29, 2014
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August 24, 2018
This one was packed with action from the impressive revolting door to … Romel! Dunkirk was an inspiration for some events depicted in here also the Tech level of the Empire is improving a lot, we see some Spaghetti Monster references and a change of attitude towards Tanya finally having a competent superior not jealous of her. It was awesome!
February 26, 2019
In Summary
After reading this volume, my general impression is that Carlo Zen has created a truly fascinating multi-layered plot—and I can’t wait to read the manga version of it. As with the previous volumes, his prose continues to demand quite a bit of effort on the part of readers in order to visualize settings and characters and to comprehend all the military and political forces at work. However, those willing to continue to investing time and energy in this series will be rewarded with Tanya’s gripping struggle for survival as her country spirals toward a world war.
The Review
With the third volume of The Saga of Tanya the Evil, we reach the end of the content covered in the anime. This installment also provides a much more detailed account of the fall of the Republican homeland than is depicted in the TV series. In the anime, the Republican Army’s defeat gets presented as a series of rapid action scenes that take only about half an episode. In the novel, however, we get all the nitty-gritty of Zettour and Rudensdorf convincing the imperial brass of their plan, Tanya’s thoughts as she speeds deep into enemy territory at Mach 1.5, and her anguish when the Empire fails to end the war. Most interestingly, the narrative includes an unwitting blow to a hidden spy complex that was completely excluded from the anime. Although I can see how production constraints would result in this detail getting cut, the Commonwealth’s espionage activities lends the novel a juicier political landscape.
Unfortunately, these intriguing additional layers are presented in Zen-sensei’s particular storytelling so it does take work to interpret the confusing parts and stamina to get through the dry and repetitive ones. As in previous volumes, a lack of setting details and dialogue tags in scene openers meant that I sometimes had to read a couple pages into the scene before I figured out which characters and which place the narrative had shifted to. For instance, Zen-sensei includes a conversation between angelic beings in the heavenly realms, and it wasn’t until I was over two pages into the scene that I realized there were more than two characters involved in the conversation. Also, the beings converse about taking action in the mortal world, but even after rereading the scene three times, I still don’t understand what they are plotting.
By the way, this angelic conversation is the first glimpse of the divine that we’ve gotten since Volume 1, and it’s the only one in Volume 3. Although Tanya’s rebellion against God is what caused her current predicament and she spouts plenty of venom against him, God doesn’t actually appear in the narrative much. However, that’s actually fine because Tanya’s personal circumstances and the geopolitical situation contain more than enough conflict to keep the plot interesting.
The last third of the book is devoted to the Southern Campaign. The anime ends with the 203rd’s arrival on the Southern Continent, but this volume dives into the imperial army’s conflict against the Commonwealth and the remnants of the Republican forces. A new character, General von Romel, gets introduced as the head of this campaign and a master of maneuver warfare. While I’m not certain whether he is intended to be a tribute to Germany’s Desert Fox, he does provide a fresh perspective on Tanya that the generals at Imperial HQ lack.
Extras include the map and fold-out illustration in color; appendixes explaining military strategy and history timeline; author afterword; and six black-and-white illustrations.
For more manga and book reviews, drop by my blog Keeping It In Canon!
After reading this volume, my general impression is that Carlo Zen has created a truly fascinating multi-layered plot—and I can’t wait to read the manga version of it. As with the previous volumes, his prose continues to demand quite a bit of effort on the part of readers in order to visualize settings and characters and to comprehend all the military and political forces at work. However, those willing to continue to investing time and energy in this series will be rewarded with Tanya’s gripping struggle for survival as her country spirals toward a world war.
The Review
With the third volume of The Saga of Tanya the Evil, we reach the end of the content covered in the anime. This installment also provides a much more detailed account of the fall of the Republican homeland than is depicted in the TV series. In the anime, the Republican Army’s defeat gets presented as a series of rapid action scenes that take only about half an episode. In the novel, however, we get all the nitty-gritty of Zettour and Rudensdorf convincing the imperial brass of their plan, Tanya’s thoughts as she speeds deep into enemy territory at Mach 1.5, and her anguish when the Empire fails to end the war. Most interestingly, the narrative includes an unwitting blow to a hidden spy complex that was completely excluded from the anime. Although I can see how production constraints would result in this detail getting cut, the Commonwealth’s espionage activities lends the novel a juicier political landscape.
Unfortunately, these intriguing additional layers are presented in Zen-sensei’s particular storytelling so it does take work to interpret the confusing parts and stamina to get through the dry and repetitive ones. As in previous volumes, a lack of setting details and dialogue tags in scene openers meant that I sometimes had to read a couple pages into the scene before I figured out which characters and which place the narrative had shifted to. For instance, Zen-sensei includes a conversation between angelic beings in the heavenly realms, and it wasn’t until I was over two pages into the scene that I realized there were more than two characters involved in the conversation. Also, the beings converse about taking action in the mortal world, but even after rereading the scene three times, I still don’t understand what they are plotting.
By the way, this angelic conversation is the first glimpse of the divine that we’ve gotten since Volume 1, and it’s the only one in Volume 3. Although Tanya’s rebellion against God is what caused her current predicament and she spouts plenty of venom against him, God doesn’t actually appear in the narrative much. However, that’s actually fine because Tanya’s personal circumstances and the geopolitical situation contain more than enough conflict to keep the plot interesting.
The last third of the book is devoted to the Southern Campaign. The anime ends with the 203rd’s arrival on the Southern Continent, but this volume dives into the imperial army’s conflict against the Commonwealth and the remnants of the Republican forces. A new character, General von Romel, gets introduced as the head of this campaign and a master of maneuver warfare. While I’m not certain whether he is intended to be a tribute to Germany’s Desert Fox, he does provide a fresh perspective on Tanya that the generals at Imperial HQ lack.
Extras include the map and fold-out illustration in color; appendixes explaining military strategy and history timeline; author afterword; and six black-and-white illustrations.
For more manga and book reviews, drop by my blog Keeping It In Canon!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
January 16, 2019
Most of my feelings remain from the first two books: Great concept with a well thought-out world and main character. Side characters seem underdeveloped and the jargon begins to weigh after a while, but there's no deal breakers.
However, I will admit that this entry tested my patience a bit. Essentially, we're still just getting started - but things are also winding down a bit. The main villain gets teased several times throughout this book, though they have yet to meet Tanya; but at the same time the war is apparently almost over. And this is where things have started to get a tad repetitive for what is essentially a long opening act.
The war has been "almost over" for two and a half books now. The Empire has never lost a battle, in no small part thanks to Tanya, and yet new armies keep seeming to crawl out of the woodwork. It's the same cycle - The Republic cackles with glee at how they've cornered the Empire, while the Empire strokes their chin with a long frown stretched across their face. "Oh dear, this will really stress our supply lines and push our troops past their feasible limits. Looks like we may be done for..." Then Tanya uses her businessman IQ to outsmart the entire Republic army. You'd think they'd quit while they're behind, since it wasn't even really the Empire who started this war.
I don't want to discourage you from reading The Finest Hour if you're currently invested in the series, just as I am. It's still worth your time if you liked the last two books; but it needs to do something MORE in volume 4 to shirk off this repetition. It's not exactly a bad formula, but it's getting painfully predictable - which only helps to stress the bloated writing even more.
I'd give this a 2.5 if I were a sane man; but I'll boost it to a 3, since it does enough interesting stuff with Tanya's battalion and Mary Sue to distract from the grind.
However, I will admit that this entry tested my patience a bit. Essentially, we're still just getting started - but things are also winding down a bit. The main villain gets teased several times throughout this book, though they have yet to meet Tanya; but at the same time the war is apparently almost over. And this is where things have started to get a tad repetitive for what is essentially a long opening act.
The war has been "almost over" for two and a half books now. The Empire has never lost a battle, in no small part thanks to Tanya, and yet new armies keep seeming to crawl out of the woodwork. It's the same cycle - The Republic cackles with glee at how they've cornered the Empire, while the Empire strokes their chin with a long frown stretched across their face. "Oh dear, this will really stress our supply lines and push our troops past their feasible limits. Looks like we may be done for..." Then Tanya uses her businessman IQ to outsmart the entire Republic army. You'd think they'd quit while they're behind, since it wasn't even really the Empire who started this war.
I don't want to discourage you from reading The Finest Hour if you're currently invested in the series, just as I am. It's still worth your time if you liked the last two books; but it needs to do something MORE in volume 4 to shirk off this repetition. It's not exactly a bad formula, but it's getting painfully predictable - which only helps to stress the bloated writing even more.
I'd give this a 2.5 if I were a sane man; but I'll boost it to a 3, since it does enough interesting stuff with Tanya's battalion and Mary Sue to distract from the grind.
March 29, 2025
March 29: This book was really enjoyable despite the episodic feeling of the chapters. I especially loved the Operation Revolving Door moment at the high of Western Front. Even the book had me gushing my teeth over the missed opportunity of annihilating the entire Republic’s army.
The episode regarding totally not North Africa Campaign with totally not Erwin Rommel was really fantastic to read. It was one of the prime examples of maneuver warfare theory utilized effectively (albeit unintentionally) by Tanya and her battalion.
For now, I’ll stall this series until I have the money to pick up the other books.
The episode regarding totally not North Africa Campaign with totally not Erwin Rommel was really fantastic to read. It was one of the prime examples of maneuver warfare theory utilized effectively (albeit unintentionally) by Tanya and her battalion.
For now, I’ll stall this series until I have the money to pick up the other books.
September 19, 2018
More Visha! More blasphemy! More sneaky tactics from old war dogs!
The stress of war-era bloodletting weakens even the strongest and most battle-tested of beasts, and yet, blockade after blockade, trench battle after trench battle, the conflicts never cease. Sure, each side toasts fizzy drinks or clips a cigar to the perceived demise of its enemy -- always on scurrilous data or at the beck and call of presumptuous politicians -- but the sad reality is that war will not and cannot end unless there is total annihilation. Regrettably, the human condition does not presently allow for this.
It seems whimsical, if not downright comical, to recall how in the first volume of The Saga of Tanya the Evil, the lead character boasted of how delightfully vile (and yet truly fascinating) she found the concept of total war. Given certain conditions, she knew it was possible. Now, years later, Tanya has come to see that it is not only possible for the Empire to engage in perpetual wartime efforts, but wholly inevitable.
THE FINEST HOUR pulls in line numerous narrative threads and sets the pace for what looks to be the long haul: Tanya embarking to save herself (and her battalion) from the curiosities of their enemies, while also struggling to save the fatherland from nary a foe but itself. These efforts are not mutually exclusive, but sooner or later, sacrifices must be made. Tanya alternates risking her reputation, her crew's health, and her respect for the General Staff in an effort to survive. Interestingly, in this volume, her success rate isn't so good.
Once again, the book does a marvelous job of overlaying and integrating clever and inspiring military tactics onto a battlefield whose toes have ever-so-slightly dipped into alternate fantasy. The English-language translation continues to be one of the best. And whereas content is concerned, Carlo Zen has been surprisingly (thankfully) resistant to any other form of fantastical storytelling beyond the inclusion of mages. Old-school tactics, such as faking retreat, stretching the enemy's front lines thin, and then moving aggressively to pincer their supply lines, are successful in the heat of battle; that these tactics function so well is a work of narrative beauty. The only real criticism one might have is that the maps and pictures, printed as appendixes, are impossible to reference in real-time. If they were inserted into the body of each chapter, for readers to engage as the tactics are employed, then the addenda might have been more helpful (as opposed to readers accidentally checking the end notes too early and spoiling the story).
Elsewhere, this volume of The Saga of Tanya the Evil indulges readers by lengthening and widening its foreshadowing efforts with care. Readers get a healthy helping of second lieutenant Serebryakov, the major's faithful adjutant, as well as a few chapters narrated on behalf of intriguing secondary and tertiary characters: the shadowy Mr. John, a capable spy for the Commonwealth who is unknowingly foiled by Tanya's instinct and happenstance; the comically (if ominously) named Mary Sue, a prodigy mage, Entente Alliance refugee, and diplomat's widow who vows revenge; major general de Lugo, the vice minister of defense for the Republican Army, who mounts a proud counterattack; and general von Romel, an ally and an outstanding corps commander whose intelligence and sense of humor bode well for his handling of Tanya's mad-dog disposition. All of these characters pop into the novel with the intention of furthering the many crisscrossing stories of certainty regarding the Empire's pursuit of total war. This is notable, for as von Rudersdorf and von Zettour move to the background, questions of whether the certainty of total war will end favorably for the Empire remain unanswered.
The events of the novel span a good six months. And in that time, Tanya is constantly applying two fingers to the pulse of the General Staff and its capabilities. She remains as sharp as ever, but is also fiercely cognizant of her limitations. She recognizes that if this war keeps up, then collapse is a foregone conclusion. And if that's the case, then what must she do to prolong her survival? The answer, as readers find out, is often best left to chance.
The stress of war-era bloodletting weakens even the strongest and most battle-tested of beasts, and yet, blockade after blockade, trench battle after trench battle, the conflicts never cease. Sure, each side toasts fizzy drinks or clips a cigar to the perceived demise of its enemy -- always on scurrilous data or at the beck and call of presumptuous politicians -- but the sad reality is that war will not and cannot end unless there is total annihilation. Regrettably, the human condition does not presently allow for this.
It seems whimsical, if not downright comical, to recall how in the first volume of The Saga of Tanya the Evil, the lead character boasted of how delightfully vile (and yet truly fascinating) she found the concept of total war. Given certain conditions, she knew it was possible. Now, years later, Tanya has come to see that it is not only possible for the Empire to engage in perpetual wartime efforts, but wholly inevitable.
THE FINEST HOUR pulls in line numerous narrative threads and sets the pace for what looks to be the long haul: Tanya embarking to save herself (and her battalion) from the curiosities of their enemies, while also struggling to save the fatherland from nary a foe but itself. These efforts are not mutually exclusive, but sooner or later, sacrifices must be made. Tanya alternates risking her reputation, her crew's health, and her respect for the General Staff in an effort to survive. Interestingly, in this volume, her success rate isn't so good.
Once again, the book does a marvelous job of overlaying and integrating clever and inspiring military tactics onto a battlefield whose toes have ever-so-slightly dipped into alternate fantasy. The English-language translation continues to be one of the best. And whereas content is concerned, Carlo Zen has been surprisingly (thankfully) resistant to any other form of fantastical storytelling beyond the inclusion of mages. Old-school tactics, such as faking retreat, stretching the enemy's front lines thin, and then moving aggressively to pincer their supply lines, are successful in the heat of battle; that these tactics function so well is a work of narrative beauty. The only real criticism one might have is that the maps and pictures, printed as appendixes, are impossible to reference in real-time. If they were inserted into the body of each chapter, for readers to engage as the tactics are employed, then the addenda might have been more helpful (as opposed to readers accidentally checking the end notes too early and spoiling the story).
Elsewhere, this volume of The Saga of Tanya the Evil indulges readers by lengthening and widening its foreshadowing efforts with care. Readers get a healthy helping of second lieutenant Serebryakov, the major's faithful adjutant, as well as a few chapters narrated on behalf of intriguing secondary and tertiary characters: the shadowy Mr. John, a capable spy for the Commonwealth who is unknowingly foiled by Tanya's instinct and happenstance; the comically (if ominously) named Mary Sue, a prodigy mage, Entente Alliance refugee, and diplomat's widow who vows revenge; major general de Lugo, the vice minister of defense for the Republican Army, who mounts a proud counterattack; and general von Romel, an ally and an outstanding corps commander whose intelligence and sense of humor bode well for his handling of Tanya's mad-dog disposition. All of these characters pop into the novel with the intention of furthering the many crisscrossing stories of certainty regarding the Empire's pursuit of total war. This is notable, for as von Rudersdorf and von Zettour move to the background, questions of whether the certainty of total war will end favorably for the Empire remain unanswered.
The events of the novel span a good six months. And in that time, Tanya is constantly applying two fingers to the pulse of the General Staff and its capabilities. She remains as sharp as ever, but is also fiercely cognizant of her limitations. She recognizes that if this war keeps up, then collapse is a foregone conclusion. And if that's the case, then what must she do to prolong her survival? The answer, as readers find out, is often best left to chance.
September 1, 2023
Unleashing Chaos and Complexity
In The Saga of Tanya the Evil, Vol. 3: The Finest Hour by Carlo Zen, the relentless tale of Tanya's strategic brilliance and moral conflicts reaches a crescendo. With its intense warfare, complex characters, and exploration of human nature, this volume takes the series to new heights of chaos and intrigue.
Zen's storytelling continues to plunge readers into a frenetic battlefield where strategy and survival are paramount. The unrelenting tension and grim atmosphere capture the essence of war, while the magical elements add an unpredictable dimension to the narrative. The world-building expands further, revealing the intricacies of power dynamics.
Tanya's character development remains a highlight as her complexities deepen. Her calculated ruthlessness clashes with her internal struggle for a normal life, creating a nuanced portrayal that adds to the psychological depth of the narrative. Her interactions with other characters unveil layers of humanity within her.
The plot is a rollercoaster of strategic warfare and personal dilemmas, intertwining Tanya's ambition with the chaos of battle. The pacing remains swift, ensuring that action sequences and interpersonal dynamics are well-balanced. The narrative's twists and turns keep readers on their toes.
Zen's writing style remains engaging and emotionally charged, immersing readers in the intensity of both individual struggles and grand-scale battles. The dialogue is sharp and reflects the tension of the characters' situations, conveying their motivations and personal stakes.
In comparison to other military fantasy novels, The Saga of Tanya the Evil, Vol. 3: The Finest Hour stands out for its exploration of moral ambiguity and the impact of war on the human psyche. While other works may focus on fantastical elements, this series excels in its profound examination of the ethics of combat.
In conclusion, The Saga of Tanya the Evil, Vol. 3: The Finest Hour is a powerful continuation of Tanya's journey through a world of conflict and intrigue. Carlo Zen's complex characters and unflinching portrayal of warfare make this volume a compelling read for fans of military fantasy with philosophical depth. Readers seeking an emotionally resonant and morally challenging exploration of war will find this work a riveting and unforgettable experience.
In The Saga of Tanya the Evil, Vol. 3: The Finest Hour by Carlo Zen, the relentless tale of Tanya's strategic brilliance and moral conflicts reaches a crescendo. With its intense warfare, complex characters, and exploration of human nature, this volume takes the series to new heights of chaos and intrigue.
Zen's storytelling continues to plunge readers into a frenetic battlefield where strategy and survival are paramount. The unrelenting tension and grim atmosphere capture the essence of war, while the magical elements add an unpredictable dimension to the narrative. The world-building expands further, revealing the intricacies of power dynamics.
Tanya's character development remains a highlight as her complexities deepen. Her calculated ruthlessness clashes with her internal struggle for a normal life, creating a nuanced portrayal that adds to the psychological depth of the narrative. Her interactions with other characters unveil layers of humanity within her.
The plot is a rollercoaster of strategic warfare and personal dilemmas, intertwining Tanya's ambition with the chaos of battle. The pacing remains swift, ensuring that action sequences and interpersonal dynamics are well-balanced. The narrative's twists and turns keep readers on their toes.
Zen's writing style remains engaging and emotionally charged, immersing readers in the intensity of both individual struggles and grand-scale battles. The dialogue is sharp and reflects the tension of the characters' situations, conveying their motivations and personal stakes.
In comparison to other military fantasy novels, The Saga of Tanya the Evil, Vol. 3: The Finest Hour stands out for its exploration of moral ambiguity and the impact of war on the human psyche. While other works may focus on fantastical elements, this series excels in its profound examination of the ethics of combat.
In conclusion, The Saga of Tanya the Evil, Vol. 3: The Finest Hour is a powerful continuation of Tanya's journey through a world of conflict and intrigue. Carlo Zen's complex characters and unflinching portrayal of warfare make this volume a compelling read for fans of military fantasy with philosophical depth. Readers seeking an emotionally resonant and morally challenging exploration of war will find this work a riveting and unforgettable experience.
March 1, 2020
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The Saga of Tanya the Evil has unique pacing compared to most other light novel anime adaptions. The TV show actually ends during the middle of The Finest Hour, but this book’s events do get wrapped up (and then some) during the follow-up movie. This is also the point where the differences from actual military history become even more apparent. Up until this point, the battles and events taking place have largely reflected WWI. There were some elements of WWII in the last book, but not a ton. Those differences start to become more apparent here, both to the audience and Tanya.
Some history books argue that both World Wars are essentially the same conflict. To quote Marshal Ferdinand Foch, “This [the Treaty of Versailles] is not peace. It is an armistice for 20 years.” In the Saga of Tanya the Evil, that pause in the fighting does not happen. The reasoning behind that being referenced in this volume’s title, The Finest Hour. Tanya is a student of military history; as these events start to unfold around her, she knows where the path is leading. But to the generals in command, this is all new. Her plights to superior officers are ignored until they realize, too late, that she was right.
Through all that, you have to remember that Tanya is not a patriot. Far from it. She is still looking out for herself. Every decision from trying to end the war to making sure her soldiers are the best is designed to keep herself safe. The brass thinks she is a patriot because of her crazy success rate. The same can be said for the troops under her command. In reality, she is just looking out for #1. All while hiding her true, selfish motives from every single person around her.
Aside from Tanya herself, more plot threads start to come together in The Finest Hour. Existing side characters are further developed while new ones are also introduced to influence future events. And, as always, Carlo Zen shows off his impressive knowledge of military history. Despite his world containing different technologies, most notably the mages, he continues to utilize combat tactics used during both World Wars in this series. The same can be said for the political aspects of the series, as the constant ongoing war causes the gears of the Empire’s military machine to start grinding. While Tanya’s new world has not entered a World War just yet, it continues to creep closer to that edge.
The Saga of Tanya the Evil has unique pacing compared to most other light novel anime adaptions. The TV show actually ends during the middle of The Finest Hour, but this book’s events do get wrapped up (and then some) during the follow-up movie. This is also the point where the differences from actual military history become even more apparent. Up until this point, the battles and events taking place have largely reflected WWI. There were some elements of WWII in the last book, but not a ton. Those differences start to become more apparent here, both to the audience and Tanya.
Some history books argue that both World Wars are essentially the same conflict. To quote Marshal Ferdinand Foch, “This [the Treaty of Versailles] is not peace. It is an armistice for 20 years.” In the Saga of Tanya the Evil, that pause in the fighting does not happen. The reasoning behind that being referenced in this volume’s title, The Finest Hour. Tanya is a student of military history; as these events start to unfold around her, she knows where the path is leading. But to the generals in command, this is all new. Her plights to superior officers are ignored until they realize, too late, that she was right.
Through all that, you have to remember that Tanya is not a patriot. Far from it. She is still looking out for herself. Every decision from trying to end the war to making sure her soldiers are the best is designed to keep herself safe. The brass thinks she is a patriot because of her crazy success rate. The same can be said for the troops under her command. In reality, she is just looking out for #1. All while hiding her true, selfish motives from every single person around her.
Aside from Tanya herself, more plot threads start to come together in The Finest Hour. Existing side characters are further developed while new ones are also introduced to influence future events. And, as always, Carlo Zen shows off his impressive knowledge of military history. Despite his world containing different technologies, most notably the mages, he continues to utilize combat tactics used during both World Wars in this series. The same can be said for the political aspects of the series, as the constant ongoing war causes the gears of the Empire’s military machine to start grinding. While Tanya’s new world has not entered a World War just yet, it continues to creep closer to that edge.
January 2, 2023
Rất khó đánh giá về nội dung của series Tanya Chiến Ký vì cách viết của tác giả không dễ tiếp cận. Nó cứ lê thê, không đi vào trọng tâm vấn đề ngay. Một hành động phải trải qua một tá suy nghĩ diễn giải khác nhau rồi mới đến được kết quả. Độc giả phải kiên nhẫn thì mới có thể hoàn thành được một quyển sách dày gần 500 trang (như mình là mất tới 9-10 tháng gì đó).
Tập 3 tiếp tục hành trình chinh chiến của Tanya, từ chiến trường châu Âu sang đến châu Phi (theo thực tế). Vẫn là kiểu gián tiếp nhắc đến những nhân vật lịch sử của Đệ nhị thế chiến nên những ai am hiểu về giai đoạn này sẽ thấy quen thuộc.
Thực sự nể đội ngũ dịch giả vì đã dám theo bộ khó nhằn như này, đầu óc của tác giả quá ư là có vấn đề :))
Tập 3 tiếp tục hành trình chinh chiến của Tanya, từ chiến trường châu Âu sang đến châu Phi (theo thực tế). Vẫn là kiểu gián tiếp nhắc đến những nhân vật lịch sử của Đệ nhị thế chiến nên những ai am hiểu về giai đoạn này sẽ thấy quen thuộc.
Thực sự nể đội ngũ dịch giả vì đã dám theo bộ khó nhằn như này, đầu óc của tác giả quá ư là có vấn đề :))
May 19, 2025
In this book of the saga, relatively little is happening militarily and a much greater emphasis is given to the political landscape of the universe.
It does however not feel actionless. It is emotional and the desperation from multiple actors in the story is portrayed pretty good. Though as a fan of the anime adaption, I once again miss some scenes that give extra weight to the situation and a bit more character.
Otherwise I feel that the time at the southern front was a bit short from the narration standpoint. There could have been more happening there in the personal detail, not just the strategic top-down view.
Otherwise it is a fine additon to the series, though the southern front does feel a bit like a filler episode.
It does however not feel actionless. It is emotional and the desperation from multiple actors in the story is portrayed pretty good. Though as a fan of the anime adaption, I once again miss some scenes that give extra weight to the situation and a bit more character.
Otherwise I feel that the time at the southern front was a bit short from the narration standpoint. There could have been more happening there in the personal detail, not just the strategic top-down view.
Otherwise it is a fine additon to the series, though the southern front does feel a bit like a filler episode.
August 1, 2018
Was introduced to this series via fantranslation. I soon followed it through the audio dramas and manga(which is THE BEST version of events in my opinion). When the anime was released I watched it to see what changed from the LN translations and to see how far it goes story wise. I see now with this volume that the anime went through to about a touch over halfway of this novel with more or less the big brushstrokes intact. With word of a movie bridging the events of the anime into a possible next season this is will likely finish up the anime's ending teaser monologue in the desert allowing volume 4+ to be animated as a next season. One can hardly wait for more information to arrive!
January 15, 2021
This series remain a very hard read due to its very bad prose. The translation is fine, there are not any grammatical or vocabulary errors, but it is a slog to get through. I will probably finish the series, because as much as bad prose goes, I've read worse (academic articles and non-fiction). I am only going through this because I still find the story somewhat interesting and I am curious as to what will happen to Tanya and her team.
Also, there's no harm in getting to know the story before any eventual anime releases, which is the far superior medium in my opinion.
Also, there's no harm in getting to know the story before any eventual anime releases, which is the far superior medium in my opinion.
May 1, 2022
A good read even with the issue of over-explaining in the narration that carries over from the first two. We got some genuine human emotion from Tanya at points, which was good for her character and interesting even if a big part of it was because her agenda of self-preservation by any means was being threatened. And while I won't spoil details, I was glad to see that the Empire's military superiority and Tanya's ruthlessness weren't the automatic war-winners they were often treated as.
So yeah, while the prose exhausts me a bit, I am still very invested in the main story.
So yeah, while the prose exhausts me a bit, I am still very invested in the main story.
December 31, 2018
We’re finally beyond the anime material. What came after the anime is actually really cool with Tanya embarking in a North Africa battle. That and another episode where Tanya gets incredibly frustrated as the chain of command prevents her from doing what she feels needs doing.
As per usual, really well written and quite a complex story. Strongly recommend these books!
As per usual, really well written and quite a complex story. Strongly recommend these books!
September 9, 2023
This series finally seems to have clicked with me. The first two books, while not exactly bad, were also not great either. But, the more I read of it, the more it pulls me in. Once you stop expecting it to be an action-y war story and accept it for being an in depth dive into military history, tactics, administration, and philosophy it gets better.
April 13, 2025
Ketika perang seharusnya bisa diakhiri, General staff membuat kesalahan, secara tergesa-gesa menerima dan mengumumkan gencatan senjata. Tanya kecewa luar biasa, dan baru belakangan General staff menyadari kesalahan mereka. Sisa pasukan Republik bangkit untuk kembali melawan Empire.
Peperangan di volume ini lebih intens dan banyak penjelasan strategi perang. Entah bagaimana perang akan berjalan.
Peperangan di volume ini lebih intens dan banyak penjelasan strategi perang. Entah bagaimana perang akan berjalan.
October 3, 2018
Worth the wait
It was well worth waiting for the translation to be released even if it is slightly shorter than the previous two. I am however looking forward to what spanner’s get thrown into the works next.
It was well worth waiting for the translation to be released even if it is slightly shorter than the previous two. I am however looking forward to what spanner’s get thrown into the works next.
December 1, 2020
I really do love how the author takes a non-typical perspective and applies it to a non-typical situation, through a well known period of history, adding a new element and yet keeping it intact even with the MC knowing all she knows from his past life.
September 16, 2019
Good read
Great overview of combat, an interesting read and fun battle tactics. Has many surprises and turn around I highly recommend this series
Great overview of combat, an interesting read and fun battle tactics. Has many surprises and turn around I highly recommend this series
May 26, 2020
The military history and references in this series is amazing. I also love the thought process of Tanya and how everybody around her badly misinterprets it, Great addition to the series
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September 3, 20215.7/10
Despite being shorter than volume 2, it felt a lot longer and slower. However, I'm interested as to where this series will go and how it will end.
Despite being shorter than volume 2, it felt a lot longer and slower. However, I'm interested as to where this series will go and how it will end.
May 17, 2022
An improvement
An improvement over the first too books in my opinion. The story is starting to pick up more, and its growing more into a total war.
An improvement over the first too books in my opinion. The story is starting to pick up more, and its growing more into a total war.
August 20, 2022
3.5 stars, the last chapter really saved the day for the 3rd episode of this series. At least it got me eager for more, of what is to come.
January 10, 2024
9/10
The General Staff fumbled the bag, and the war once thought over rages on.
The General Staff fumbled the bag, and the war once thought over rages on.
September 10, 2024
Was a bit boring with the over explanations but Tanya made up for it
September 28, 2024
I understand now that Carlo Zen wrote Tanya to constantly rephrase her thoughts on purpose and it makes me mad.
October 17, 2024
The action and the drama-building with the war was great.
August 24, 2025
still clears all classics
February 13, 2024
Comments from my previous 2 reviews apply. Volume 3 was just as enjoyable as the first 2.
January 17, 2025
Not bad, not bad at all!! Loved the bits at the end.
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