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The Immortal Dealers #3
The Warrior
For those who deal in the fate of the world, salvation and destruction are not games of chance.
Ernestine “Ernie” Terwilliger never intended to live among the Immortal Dealers, much less to be party to an ongoing battle where the fate of humanity is in the draw of a card. And the stakes have gotten only higher now that a shady new Forger has been crowned.
Virginia may be in charge of creating the chaos that makes the universe tick, but her assignments have been noble—each one in the aid of strangers. But when Ernie discovers Virginia’s true purpose, she realizes it’s going to take an entirely new kind of play to stop her.
The game changer lies within a mysterious artifact dredged from the ocean. To unlock its powers, Ernie and her partner, Gabe, must traverse dangerous new realms and uncover the history of Forgers past. Joined in a tenuous alliance with a former enemy and stalked by old friends turned lethal foes, Ernie had better play her cards right—because this time, the whole universe could be destroyed in the shuffle.
Ernestine “Ernie” Terwilliger never intended to live among the Immortal Dealers, much less to be party to an ongoing battle where the fate of humanity is in the draw of a card. And the stakes have gotten only higher now that a shady new Forger has been crowned.
Virginia may be in charge of creating the chaos that makes the universe tick, but her assignments have been noble—each one in the aid of strangers. But when Ernie discovers Virginia’s true purpose, she realizes it’s going to take an entirely new kind of play to stop her.
The game changer lies within a mysterious artifact dredged from the ocean. To unlock its powers, Ernie and her partner, Gabe, must traverse dangerous new realms and uncover the history of Forgers past. Joined in a tenuous alliance with a former enemy and stalked by old friends turned lethal foes, Ernie had better play her cards right—because this time, the whole universe could be destroyed in the shuffle.
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First published March 26, 2019
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March 13, 2019
While I never quite recaptured the cautious joy, and interest, of book one, I'm very happy to report I didn't hate THE WARRIOR the way I loathed book two. I don't know where things went wrong with this one for me (I mean, I kinda do..) but alas for all the creativity and unique-ness of the series, it just felt -- particularly this one -- kind of predictable?
This really is an unusual take on urban fantasy and tarot (of a sorts) and yet I wasn't excited or riveted or inspired by it. So it's probably just me. I've liked a lot of this author in the past but this one just didn't work out.
** I received an ARC from NetGalley and the publisher (thank you!) in exchange for an honest review. **
This really is an unusual take on urban fantasy and tarot (of a sorts) and yet I wasn't excited or riveted or inspired by it. So it's probably just me. I've liked a lot of this author in the past but this one just didn't work out.
** I received an ARC from NetGalley and the publisher (thank you!) in exchange for an honest review. **
August 22, 2019
Ernestine “Ernie” Terwilliger and her Immortal Dealer friends must go up against the Forger, now that they have discovered Virginia’s true purpose. A card that lies at the sea might be the salvation they need.
The Warrior was action-packed with plenty of battles, setbacks and discoveries as the story moves towards the final battle with the Forger.
Dimensions, artifacts and allies all made for some intense action in this unique urban fantasy. The use of Tarot like cards and creatures gave the story a Pokemon and Yugioh type vibe that gamers will enjoy.
From relationship development and interesting discoveries in alternate dimensions I was seriously enjoying the build-up, teamwork and significant battles. However, the ending felt rushed.
When the book ended, the first thing I felt was that this final book should have been two books. The first book dealing with Phoebe and the fallout from their first confrontation with Virginia. The second book dealing with their new skill sets and the final battle. Anyhow, that’s my opinion and I am not sure if others will agree.
Carly Robins narrated the series and made listening enjoyable. She gave voice to all the individual characters and enhanced the action scenes through tone and pacing. I would listen to her again. This review was originally posted at Caffeinated Reviewer
The Warrior was action-packed with plenty of battles, setbacks and discoveries as the story moves towards the final battle with the Forger.
Dimensions, artifacts and allies all made for some intense action in this unique urban fantasy. The use of Tarot like cards and creatures gave the story a Pokemon and Yugioh type vibe that gamers will enjoy.
From relationship development and interesting discoveries in alternate dimensions I was seriously enjoying the build-up, teamwork and significant battles. However, the ending felt rushed.
When the book ended, the first thing I felt was that this final book should have been two books. The first book dealing with Phoebe and the fallout from their first confrontation with Virginia. The second book dealing with their new skill sets and the final battle. Anyhow, that’s my opinion and I am not sure if others will agree.
Carly Robins narrated the series and made listening enjoyable. She gave voice to all the individual characters and enhanced the action scenes through tone and pacing. I would listen to her again. This review was originally posted at Caffeinated Reviewer
February 4, 2019
Well this is the final book in this very imaginative trilogy. I've loved the ideas in play in these books with immortal dealers playing with magical decks of cards that each connect to a different spirit animal. Ernie now controls the Diamondback pack but there's a new Forger Virginia in charge with unimaginable powers at her disposal and she's certainly no friend of Ernies. So when Ernie accepts a new assignment it's hopefully a sign of better things to come right ? That would be a huge resounding no and things are about to get even more complicated !
I really liked that everything mentioned in previous books kind of got settled in this book. We've known that there are other dimensions and dealers somewhere as well as amazing artefacts that Forgers can create. There have also been other Forgers although they don't all necessarily leave their job willingly. So here the author sets things up that actually made a lot of sense although I was at times wanting to shake some of these characters. Virginia is the big bad but for this reader in spite of battles it did kind of get lost somewhere amongst everything else that was happening. Friendships are tested, battle lines drawn with new allies who might not exactly be trustworthy but Ernie keeps plugging away because that's exactly who she is. I liked that Ernie doesn't give up , I enjoyed seeing how her Spartan training helped her keep a grip on what is important to her . I just felt that unfortunately for this reader things slowed down too much after halfway and as much as it felt right to reintroduce previous dealers I felt we were just treading water for a while when I'd wanted to know more about Virginia. As usual the cards and how they are used was amazing and almost too quick to follow at times but the ending felt oh so right.
This voluntary take is of a copy I requested from Netgalley and my thoughts and comments are honest and I believe fair.
I really liked that everything mentioned in previous books kind of got settled in this book. We've known that there are other dimensions and dealers somewhere as well as amazing artefacts that Forgers can create. There have also been other Forgers although they don't all necessarily leave their job willingly. So here the author sets things up that actually made a lot of sense although I was at times wanting to shake some of these characters. Virginia is the big bad but for this reader in spite of battles it did kind of get lost somewhere amongst everything else that was happening. Friendships are tested, battle lines drawn with new allies who might not exactly be trustworthy but Ernie keeps plugging away because that's exactly who she is. I liked that Ernie doesn't give up , I enjoyed seeing how her Spartan training helped her keep a grip on what is important to her . I just felt that unfortunately for this reader things slowed down too much after halfway and as much as it felt right to reintroduce previous dealers I felt we were just treading water for a while when I'd wanted to know more about Virginia. As usual the cards and how they are used was amazing and almost too quick to follow at times but the ending felt oh so right.
This voluntary take is of a copy I requested from Netgalley and my thoughts and comments are honest and I believe fair.
March 27, 2019
I really liked Ernie, who is a sympathetic protagonist with a lot of power, but at times completely out of her depth – which I liked. It can be difficult to depict a powerful heroine without making her so invulnerable that she isn’t really at any risk of dying or coming to serious harm. There is also a strong supporting cast with an interestingly detailed backstory, some of whom are on her side and some who aren’t. The magic system is an interesting one – as well as having an animal companion that can be animated from a tattoo, which enhances the dealer’s magic, each dealer possesses a deck of cards. Some are defensive, others aggressive and some assist the dealer to access dreams and visions, or heal serious injuries.
All this makes for an action-packed story with a lot of skirmishes. However, Fine nicely ramps up the stakes when dealers find that a situation they are involved in turns into something far worse. Ernie is convinced they have to work in concert to overthrow the menace threatening the world, but dealers are an ornery, individualistic lot. Some are very old – think of grumpy old people with lethal powers – and you’ll get a sense of her problems.
I liked the story arc very much, though if I have a niggle, it’s that I felt Ernie was too far ahead of the others when she felt there was something really wrong which meant I had a good idea where the story was going and wasn’t at all shocked by the reveal. It was shame, because if our heroine had been more willing to believe what she was being told, that surprise would have packed far more punch. However, it wasn’t a dealbreaker and I really enjoyed this action-packed fantasy adventure. Recommended for fans of urban fantasy.
The ebook arc copy of The Warrior was provided by the publisher through NetGalley in return for an honest opinion of the book.
8/10
All this makes for an action-packed story with a lot of skirmishes. However, Fine nicely ramps up the stakes when dealers find that a situation they are involved in turns into something far worse. Ernie is convinced they have to work in concert to overthrow the menace threatening the world, but dealers are an ornery, individualistic lot. Some are very old – think of grumpy old people with lethal powers – and you’ll get a sense of her problems.
I liked the story arc very much, though if I have a niggle, it’s that I felt Ernie was too far ahead of the others when she felt there was something really wrong which meant I had a good idea where the story was going and wasn’t at all shocked by the reveal. It was shame, because if our heroine had been more willing to believe what she was being told, that surprise would have packed far more punch. However, it wasn’t a dealbreaker and I really enjoyed this action-packed fantasy adventure. Recommended for fans of urban fantasy.
The ebook arc copy of The Warrior was provided by the publisher through NetGalley in return for an honest opinion of the book.
8/10
March 21, 2019
*Source* Publisher
*Genre* Urban Fantasy
*Rating* 3.5-4
*Thoughts*
The Warrior is the third and final installment in author Sarah Fine's The Immortal Dealers trilogy. It has been six weeks since the events of The Guardian. There is a new Forger, Virginia, who Ernestine "Ernie" Terwillger doesn't trust as far as she can throw her. There have been no attacks, no ambushes, but also no assignments for her. Ernie has been one of the Immortal Dealers for four months now, and to say it's has been anything but boring, would be greatly understated.
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*Genre* Urban Fantasy
*Rating* 3.5-4
*Thoughts*
The Warrior is the third and final installment in author Sarah Fine's The Immortal Dealers trilogy. It has been six weeks since the events of The Guardian. There is a new Forger, Virginia, who Ernestine "Ernie" Terwillger doesn't trust as far as she can throw her. There have been no attacks, no ambushes, but also no assignments for her. Ernie has been one of the Immortal Dealers for four months now, and to say it's has been anything but boring, would be greatly understated.
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April 1, 2019
Ernie is a Dealer, a human empowered by her possession of a mystical deck of cards and their totem animal to perform acts which are simply magical - travelling in an instant to the other side of the world, for example. All Dealers are answerable to the Forger, however, a godlike being who can create new decks and totem animals and banish Dealers to hellish splinter dimensions on a whim. The new Forger, Victoria, may be gentler than the old one… but then again, she may not.
This is the third in the series, and I admit I was absolutely lost as to what was what was going on for about the first third. It helps that Ernie is a relatively new Dealer and still learning about her abilities and the magical world she’s now a part of, and I have to say I did find myself genuinely rooting for Ernie and her friends as they fight back against those trying to pull their strings. I would definitely recommend starting at the beginning of the series to avoid the confusion I suffered, but even if you don’t, I’d still give this a solid four stars as a book with a really interesting and different concept and an intriguing ending.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book for review through NetGalley.
This is the third in the series, and I admit I was absolutely lost as to what was what was going on for about the first third. It helps that Ernie is a relatively new Dealer and still learning about her abilities and the magical world she’s now a part of, and I have to say I did find myself genuinely rooting for Ernie and her friends as they fight back against those trying to pull their strings. I would definitely recommend starting at the beginning of the series to avoid the confusion I suffered, but even if you don’t, I’d still give this a solid four stars as a book with a really interesting and different concept and an intriguing ending.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book for review through NetGalley.
December 12, 2018
The whole plot of the book (which finishes the series - a very good point) is good.
Alas, I had difficulties reading it, the narration felt sometimes sluggish, I was rather bored by the cards' technique display and the love stories were meh (I was cringing each time Gabe called Ernie "Love").
It's a shame and probably a case of "it's not you it's me" read because the story in itself was satisfactory.
If you really appreciated the first two books of the series you'll like this one too.
It was just one too many for me :/
Alas, I had difficulties reading it, the narration felt sometimes sluggish, I was rather bored by the cards' technique display and the love stories were meh (I was cringing each time Gabe called Ernie "Love").
It's a shame and probably a case of "it's not you it's me" read because the story in itself was satisfactory.
If you really appreciated the first two books of the series you'll like this one too.
It was just one too many for me :/
March 24, 2019
*Requested and received an ARC of this via NetGalley and the Publisher 47 North in exchange for an honest review*
3.5 Stars rounded up to 4. I rounded up because as a whole the series was pretty good. I think with this series I have had a little expectation versus reality come to Jesus. What kept me from full out 4ing the book rather than just rounding up, was the fact that in every book since the epicness of book one, I have been pulling for Ernie to become a real Bad A. Have you ever just really wanted something for someone so badly, only to be disappointed when they don't live up to the expectations you have set for them? Is it really their fault? Honestly, I have wanted it so bad for her that every time it doesn't happen I think I loose a little of myself.. Though in this book of the series, Ernie does represent a little better, I find that once again my expectations and desire to see her not only succeed but mop some floor with people were dashed. Even with all the events of the book lining up perfectly, I mean its like she got bit by the dang radioactive spider.... I find that as a whole I was underwhelmed by her again. The story itself is so great and so original. I still get Yu-Gi-oH flashbacks a little.
This 3rd book in the series here picks up right about where book 2 left off. Ernie and her not so allied "allies" are now dealing with their new forager who seems to have some pretty benevolent plans for each of the dealers. That is until they realize this new forager just specializes in manipulation and each of the dealers are just a playing piece in her game of death, destruction, and power. As Ernie once again begs and pleads for everyone to work together, because lets face it ya'll she just doesn't quite cut the mustard by herself, she gets the cold shoulder left and right because of the disasters of book 2. Finding the sunrise relic, like the last forager warned her to do, Ernie unlocks a whole new mess upon herself and her friends. A mess of powers left over from a previous forager. Needing her help to explain what is happening to her and her friends they turn toward this remnant of an forager, Phoebe, for help. Phoebe, seems to be the answer to their prayers, benevolent, kind, helpful... but her long game may just put all the dealers in an even worse mess and its up to Ernie and her friends to actually team up for a change to make a difference in the way things are done!
I feel like my review is coming off a little Ernie hater-aideish.. that's not the case, I like Ernie.. I just wanted more from her and find that she just never quite lived up to my expectations of her. I'm now left wondering what is in store for this group! Surely we aren't at the end of the story.. maybe just the end of this leg in the journey? I would love to see more from this world with its interesting magic concepts. Maybe pit our dealers against some new enemy? Either way I'll definitely keep an eye out for more from this author in the future!
3.5 Stars rounded up to 4. I rounded up because as a whole the series was pretty good. I think with this series I have had a little expectation versus reality come to Jesus. What kept me from full out 4ing the book rather than just rounding up, was the fact that in every book since the epicness of book one, I have been pulling for Ernie to become a real Bad A. Have you ever just really wanted something for someone so badly, only to be disappointed when they don't live up to the expectations you have set for them? Is it really their fault? Honestly, I have wanted it so bad for her that every time it doesn't happen I think I loose a little of myself.. Though in this book of the series, Ernie does represent a little better, I find that once again my expectations and desire to see her not only succeed but mop some floor with people were dashed. Even with all the events of the book lining up perfectly, I mean its like she got bit by the dang radioactive spider.... I find that as a whole I was underwhelmed by her again. The story itself is so great and so original. I still get Yu-Gi-oH flashbacks a little.
This 3rd book in the series here picks up right about where book 2 left off. Ernie and her not so allied "allies" are now dealing with their new forager who seems to have some pretty benevolent plans for each of the dealers. That is until they realize this new forager just specializes in manipulation and each of the dealers are just a playing piece in her game of death, destruction, and power. As Ernie once again begs and pleads for everyone to work together, because lets face it ya'll she just doesn't quite cut the mustard by herself, she gets the cold shoulder left and right because of the disasters of book 2. Finding the sunrise relic, like the last forager warned her to do, Ernie unlocks a whole new mess upon herself and her friends. A mess of powers left over from a previous forager. Needing her help to explain what is happening to her and her friends they turn toward this remnant of an forager, Phoebe, for help. Phoebe, seems to be the answer to their prayers, benevolent, kind, helpful... but her long game may just put all the dealers in an even worse mess and its up to Ernie and her friends to actually team up for a change to make a difference in the way things are done!
I feel like my review is coming off a little Ernie hater-aideish.. that's not the case, I like Ernie.. I just wanted more from her and find that she just never quite lived up to my expectations of her. I'm now left wondering what is in store for this group! Surely we aren't at the end of the story.. maybe just the end of this leg in the journey? I would love to see more from this world with its interesting magic concepts. Maybe pit our dealers against some new enemy? Either way I'll definitely keep an eye out for more from this author in the future!
February 21, 2019
Ernestine “Ernie” Terwilliger doesn't really put her trust in the new Forger, Virginia, the Chicken Dealer after she takes the throne in a rather bloody way. But she admits that the first job that Virginia gives her seems, well, easy and mundane.... Until Ernie learns that it's only the first horrible step that Virginia plans to create chaos in the universe....
Although I haven't found any formal news, The Warrior feels like the final book in this series. Because the whole book is about Ernie and her ally, which include her lover Gabe, Kot, Nuria, Minh, and reluctant Tarlae, to end Virginia's reign once and for all. Sure, along the way, we get several surprises -- -- but the ending feels like a proper closure.
I really enjoy the series because of the unique take of urban fantasy/magic theme. The whole Immortal Dealers and their various animal thing is not something I find in other books. I also love how this series is about "team" -- yes, of course, not all of the Dealers can work together. However, from the beginning, it isn't the usual "lone-hero" kind of book. I mean even that resolution in the end -- -- screams teamwork.
So if this the end, I am quite satisfied with it :)
The ARC is provided by the publisher via Netgalley for an exchange of fair and honest review. No high rating is required for any ARC received.
Although I haven't found any formal news, The Warrior feels like the final book in this series. Because the whole book is about Ernie and her ally, which include her lover Gabe, Kot, Nuria, Minh, and reluctant Tarlae, to end Virginia's reign once and for all. Sure, along the way, we get several surprises -- -- but the ending feels like a proper closure.
I really enjoy the series because of the unique take of urban fantasy/magic theme. The whole Immortal Dealers and their various animal thing is not something I find in other books. I also love how this series is about "team" -- yes, of course, not all of the Dealers can work together. However, from the beginning, it isn't the usual "lone-hero" kind of book. I mean even that resolution in the end -- -- screams teamwork.
So if this the end, I am quite satisfied with it :)
The ARC is provided by the publisher via Netgalley for an exchange of fair and honest review. No high rating is required for any ARC received.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 5, 2019
This book is the third book in the Immortal Dealers series. I had not read the first two books but didn’t have any problem getting the gist of the setting and characters practically from the get go. And that is saying something considering there are a lot of characters roaming around in this world.
I didn’t feel like there were any truly unnecessary scenes. Everything just kept moving forward as they tried to quell the rein of the uber bad guy (bad girl?) Vivian. I am not going to give away any of the cool action that happens in this book but I did expect a big Voltron/Power Rangers moment at the end which I wasn’t disappointed by.
Great novel. Cool action. Rememberable characters. Just a great series. I wonder if this is the final book in the series. It sort of felt that way. I picked up the first two books in the series just so I could read up on the luscious backstory.
This is a definite recommendation to everyone. Don’t be scared away by any stereotypes you may come in having with what you think this book is going to be. Read it. You won’t be disappointed.
I received this as an ARC (Advanced Reader Copy) in return for an honest review. I thank NetGalley, the publisher and the author for allowing me to read this title.
I didn’t feel like there were any truly unnecessary scenes. Everything just kept moving forward as they tried to quell the rein of the uber bad guy (bad girl?) Vivian. I am not going to give away any of the cool action that happens in this book but I did expect a big Voltron/Power Rangers moment at the end which I wasn’t disappointed by.
Great novel. Cool action. Rememberable characters. Just a great series. I wonder if this is the final book in the series. It sort of felt that way. I picked up the first two books in the series just so I could read up on the luscious backstory.
This is a definite recommendation to everyone. Don’t be scared away by any stereotypes you may come in having with what you think this book is going to be. Read it. You won’t be disappointed.
I received this as an ARC (Advanced Reader Copy) in return for an honest review. I thank NetGalley, the publisher and the author for allowing me to read this title.
March 23, 2019
We are at the last book in the Immortal Dealers series, and what a ride it has been. I find this series unique and am sad to see it go. In this last installment, Ernie is dealing with the fallout with the assignments that Virginia hands out to the dealers. Then there is a new player on the scene, one who is very unexpected. Will this person help or hinder the plot to take care of Virginia? I did enjoy this last book, but I didn’t really like how the wrap-up played out. I can’t say too much as I don’t want to spoil the book, but the big battle wasn’t one I expected. The one I expected to see was very short. Anyway, besides that, I truly did enjoy this book and series and do recommend them! I was provided the e-book which I voluntarily reviewed.
January 6, 2019
The Warrior by Sarah Fine a four-star read that will challenge you. This is the third and final novel in the Immortal Dealers series and its best to read the series in order as they do flow and tell the story building with each one. There is a new forger in this one, so it throws drama and journey at every turn. I don’t know what to say as there are things that I feel would spoil the journey this one takes you on more than the previous two, what I will say is keep an eye out for the new dealers as they will open your eyes. I enjoyed this one overall, but I didn’t love it like I did the previous two, I have to admit that I’m glad the author ended on number three as I don’t know if it could keep the story going.
June 4, 2019
I had to DNF this one, which I'm pretty sad about, but there's a limit to how many times I can force myself to focus and go back and reread before I have to admit that I'm not the problem, it's the storytelling that is the problem.
I still love the concept, but the storytelling is just not engaging and is very tedious with this series. It seems to get worse with each new book, so I'm done for now. I can't force myself to try to keep caring about characters that still aren't developed. It's too tiring and unemotional. Reading this one feels like a chore, instead of a joy.
I still love the concept, but the storytelling is just not engaging and is very tedious with this series. It seems to get worse with each new book, so I'm done for now. I can't force myself to try to keep caring about characters that still aren't developed. It's too tiring and unemotional. Reading this one feels like a chore, instead of a joy.
December 10, 2018
In the final installment of the Immortal Dealers trilogy, Ernie and her friends must save the world from Virginia, the new Forger. On the journey, they deal with devastating consequences of their actions, meet new Dealers and find out what each Dealer knows.
This book moved quicker than the previous book but was still slow to start. It often seemed like Ernie’s only concern was Gabe which proved a little annoying. The numerous battles were interesting but the final battle scene felt really anti-climactic. I expected it to end with a little more flair. I was surprised to find out that I had 4% of the book left, and they hadn’t battled the big bad yet.
Ernie seems to be the type of character who rarely makes mistakes, so I was glad to see she made a couple and was struggling with those consequences. It’s hard to like a character who does everything perfectly all the time.
All in all, I think this was an interesting storyline and could have been a little more exciting. I’m not sure I’d read another book in the series if there was one.
I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
This book moved quicker than the previous book but was still slow to start. It often seemed like Ernie’s only concern was Gabe which proved a little annoying. The numerous battles were interesting but the final battle scene felt really anti-climactic. I expected it to end with a little more flair. I was surprised to find out that I had 4% of the book left, and they hadn’t battled the big bad yet.
Ernie seems to be the type of character who rarely makes mistakes, so I was glad to see she made a couple and was struggling with those consequences. It’s hard to like a character who does everything perfectly all the time.
All in all, I think this was an interesting storyline and could have been a little more exciting. I’m not sure I’d read another book in the series if there was one.
I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
March 22, 2019
I received an eARC of this book via Netgalley. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of this review.
I don’t know where to begin. The Warrior by Sarah Fine is not at all what I expected it to be. In fact, I’m a little disappointed. I never thought I’d say that about The Immortal Dealers. My disappointment stems from the ending. I don’t want to spoil anything so I’m going to be intentionally vague. The entire series is building to this showdown with the Forger. Literally it lasts about 3 pages before everything is wrapped up in nice bow. Not cool y’all!
At the opening of The Warrior, Ernie is adjusting to her new life and struggling with guilt over things that happened in previous books. Not to mention she’s running from her feelings for Gabe, scared of how big they are and the danger they find themselves in constantly as Dealers. Ernie has been a favorite character of mine from the opening of the series. I like her strength and resilience. But it isn’t just those things that draw me to her, it’s her loyalty and her drive for fairness to all that gets me. She is loyal to a fault to other dealers who would leave her on her own if necessary. It’s her greatest weakness but also her greatest strength.
Virginia is a formidable foe in her new role as Forger. She presents herself as wanting peace, turning over a new leaf, etc & etc. BUT it’s all a trick to get the Dealers to do her dirty work, and Ernie and Gabe won’t stand for it. When approached by the Hyena dealer to find the missing Sunrise relic, Ernie goes. But it will take more than just the relic to defeat Virginia, and Ernie must rely on her former allies to do so.
Y’all I don’t know how to go on without spoilers. I’m doing my best here though. The book could really be split into two plot points. The first centered around Virginia and the Sunrise relic and the second around a mystery woman who appears with a Dealer thought dead. I can say that my emotions were all over the place and I was invested in what was happening and what was coming at the characters. However as I already mentioned, I was really disappointed in the ending. It felt rushed and too neat for characters who have been through so much. Don’t get me wrong, I love a HEA as much as the next reader, but this didn’t feel right. AND it’s the last in the series which makes it worse.
Overall I have loved The Immortal Dealers, but The Warrior was just okay. It was ending to the series, and if you have enjoyed the series up to this point, I feel like you should see it to its end. And who knows? Maybe you’ll feel different than me.
I don’t know where to begin. The Warrior by Sarah Fine is not at all what I expected it to be. In fact, I’m a little disappointed. I never thought I’d say that about The Immortal Dealers. My disappointment stems from the ending. I don’t want to spoil anything so I’m going to be intentionally vague. The entire series is building to this showdown with the Forger. Literally it lasts about 3 pages before everything is wrapped up in nice bow. Not cool y’all!
At the opening of The Warrior, Ernie is adjusting to her new life and struggling with guilt over things that happened in previous books. Not to mention she’s running from her feelings for Gabe, scared of how big they are and the danger they find themselves in constantly as Dealers. Ernie has been a favorite character of mine from the opening of the series. I like her strength and resilience. But it isn’t just those things that draw me to her, it’s her loyalty and her drive for fairness to all that gets me. She is loyal to a fault to other dealers who would leave her on her own if necessary. It’s her greatest weakness but also her greatest strength.
Virginia is a formidable foe in her new role as Forger. She presents herself as wanting peace, turning over a new leaf, etc & etc. BUT it’s all a trick to get the Dealers to do her dirty work, and Ernie and Gabe won’t stand for it. When approached by the Hyena dealer to find the missing Sunrise relic, Ernie goes. But it will take more than just the relic to defeat Virginia, and Ernie must rely on her former allies to do so.
Y’all I don’t know how to go on without spoilers. I’m doing my best here though. The book could really be split into two plot points. The first centered around Virginia and the Sunrise relic and the second around a mystery woman who appears with a Dealer thought dead. I can say that my emotions were all over the place and I was invested in what was happening and what was coming at the characters. However as I already mentioned, I was really disappointed in the ending. It felt rushed and too neat for characters who have been through so much. Don’t get me wrong, I love a HEA as much as the next reader, but this didn’t feel right. AND it’s the last in the series which makes it worse.
Overall I have loved The Immortal Dealers, but The Warrior was just okay. It was ending to the series, and if you have enjoyed the series up to this point, I feel like you should see it to its end. And who knows? Maybe you’ll feel different than me.
July 24, 2020
Probably the best book in the series. We have now met all the characters and all the pieces are in place, so the actual story is able to be told. The story is good. I will admit to eye glazing and a lot of scanning when any of the card dealing battles took place. I do not have a good enough imagination or understanding of the battle mechanics (no matter how well described or put in place!) to enjoy these. (this is not new - I do the same thing with most battle scenes! These were just a bit more eye glazing.) I am of the "ok, we fought these guys. After 6 grueling hours, here was the outcome" variety. And, there are a LOT of battles in this series.
I am quite happy to say that I figured it out. :D I think that means the clues were well laid and well followed through on. The character development was much better here and people actually became likable. I liked the way the story was resolved and I thought it was a unique solution to an outstanding problem.
A very good series ending story and I'm glad I made it through.
I am quite happy to say that I figured it out. :D I think that means the clues were well laid and well followed through on. The character development was much better here and people actually became likable. I liked the way the story was resolved and I thought it was a unique solution to an outstanding problem.
A very good series ending story and I'm glad I made it through.
February 15, 2019
3.5 stars = I liked this, but...
The Warrior completes Fine's Immortal Dealer trilogy and I really liked the final ending of the whole series. I was a bit more mixed about the story that brings us to that point though, and I'll try to tell you why without being too spoilerish, but feel free to stop reading now if you are worried. I guess my issue was that the previous books leaves us with a clear nemesis for Ernie and her allies, but the waters get muddied in this book. This leaves the middle of the book feeling a little less focused than I expected. Still when all is said and done I liked the resolution for Ernie and friends and I still liked the premise of the series with its card deck based magic.
ARC via NetGalley, this is an unpaid review, release date March 26, 2019
The Warrior completes Fine's Immortal Dealer trilogy and I really liked the final ending of the whole series. I was a bit more mixed about the story that brings us to that point though, and I'll try to tell you why without being too spoilerish, but feel free to stop reading now if you are worried. I guess my issue was that the previous books leaves us with a clear nemesis for Ernie and her allies, but the waters get muddied in this book. This leaves the middle of the book feeling a little less focused than I expected. Still when all is said and done I liked the resolution for Ernie and friends and I still liked the premise of the series with its card deck based magic.
ARC via NetGalley, this is an unpaid review, release date March 26, 2019
February 20, 2019
A satisfying end to a very good series.
I have really enjoyed these books. The premise was quite different from the various fantasy books that I read—and I read a lot within that genre, it’s my favorite. The world building was clear and concise and I felt that I understood everything that was happening instead of being confused. The only thing I didn’t like was that although Ernie grew by leaps and bounds into becoming a bad-ass dealer and eventual co-Forger, I still felt she spend a lot of time fumbling through the battles instead of being confident. She was still often being rescued. I still enjoyed reading this series and if this is the end of these books I am very happy with how everything played out. Really loved it.
I have really enjoyed these books. The premise was quite different from the various fantasy books that I read—and I read a lot within that genre, it’s my favorite. The world building was clear and concise and I felt that I understood everything that was happening instead of being confused. The only thing I didn’t like was that although Ernie grew by leaps and bounds into becoming a bad-ass dealer and eventual co-Forger, I still felt she spend a lot of time fumbling through the battles instead of being confident. She was still often being rescued. I still enjoyed reading this series and if this is the end of these books I am very happy with how everything played out. Really loved it.
April 5, 2019
Sarah Fine concludes her immortal dealers series. Ernestine “Ernie” Terwilliger survived stealing a deck of magical cards, learned to use them, and now the new Forger, Virginia is sending them on missions that indirectly cause terror attacks. An object found at the bottom of the sea by Ernie is being hunted by other dealers and Virginia’s newly created dealers. In the height of an attack, Ernie and her friends are wounded when the object explodes. There’s also the spirit of an older Forger who only wants to help and may be the solution to replacing Virginia. But The Warrior (paper from 47North) that Ernie has become will face more treachery from within. Fun, satisfying ending.
July 10, 2019
I liked how the author wrapped this series up leaving on a hopeful note. I found this book slow to start but it got better later. There were many imaginative ideas in the book. I found the idea of card dealers playing their decks against each other to get old and weird. There is always the chance that a dealers card deck will get lost or stolen or something. To have to play a certain card to get something to happen seemed cumbersome. The main female character (and the other characters) were not deeply developed. It was the age-old story of good against bad with a lot of fighting. There was some attempt at negotiation and harmony though which made the book worthy to be read.
March 3, 2019
This book picks up after the disaster cliffhanger of the second book. I know, when will Ernie, Gabe, or the rest of the misfit Dealers get a break. Apparently, Ms. Fine feels like no time in the future cause it jumps right in to it. There drama and action; surprises and new characters (even some old ones-think about who that could be). It all comes to ahead and it feels like it was rushed to have it done in 3 books. I don't know if, she only does 3 book series or what but it has that feel toward the end. I received a free copy of this book via NetGalley and am voluntarily leaving a review.
February 23, 2019
Thank you 47North for the free arc via NetGalley. I liked the concept of this series with the cards and the duels. The rest just fell flat for me. The conflict generated between Gabe and Ernie just to generate conflict did not feel real but forced. It did not feel necessary to move the story forward. The ending was rather anti climactic and confusing as to what this world was going to be like going forward.
July 19, 2020
I'm so bummed this series is over. On one hand, I'm sorry there's no more books, but on the other I'm glad Ms. Fine didn't keep writing books long after the story went stale.
The Warrior starts six weeks after the last book ended. Gabe is still difficult and frankly, he's too much hard work for me, but Ernie loves him and spends a lot of time being understanding.
The new Forger, Virginia, has started giving the Dealers jobs. They seem benevolent, making sure someone gets somewhere, foiling a bank robbery, etc. and the Dealers (other than Ernie) want to give Virginia a chance. However, when the Dealers get together they start comparing jobs and suddenly Virginia doesn't seem benign anymore.
As usual, this is an exciting book and I'll miss Ernie and even Tarlae.
The Warrior starts six weeks after the last book ended. Gabe is still difficult and frankly, he's too much hard work for me, but Ernie loves him and spends a lot of time being understanding.
The new Forger, Virginia, has started giving the Dealers jobs. They seem benevolent, making sure someone gets somewhere, foiling a bank robbery, etc. and the Dealers (other than Ernie) want to give Virginia a chance. However, when the Dealers get together they start comparing jobs and suddenly Virginia doesn't seem benign anymore.
As usual, this is an exciting book and I'll miss Ernie and even Tarlae.
February 15, 2024
This was a roller coaster of a series - I really enjoyed the premise and the world - super unique and fun. I typically enjoy a lot more character development and evolution which I thought was a little lacking in this series because there were just so many characters it was hard to keep up with them and most were just one note. Overall really entertaining though and Sarah Fine is skilled at creating unique detailed worlds!
February 10, 2025
Finally, Ernie becomes
I must say I was getting tired of Ernie's antics with Gabe and of she still being a work in progress after two books, but she finally got better and powerful.
In this instalment, we learn more about the Forgers' origins and other dealers. There are different twists in the struggle for power where the line between allies and foes gets blurry.
I liked how it ended
I must say I was getting tired of Ernie's antics with Gabe and of she still being a work in progress after two books, but she finally got better and powerful.
In this instalment, we learn more about the Forgers' origins and other dealers. There are different twists in the struggle for power where the line between allies and foes gets blurry.
I liked how it ended
April 7, 2019
Another winner
Sarah Fine ends her Immortal Dealers trilogy with a solid, satisfying conclusion. There's room for more books, and I hope we haven't seen the last of Ernie and Gabe and the new world they have created.
Sarah Fine ends her Immortal Dealers trilogy with a solid, satisfying conclusion. There's room for more books, and I hope we haven't seen the last of Ernie and Gabe and the new world they have created.
April 11, 2019
Must Read!!!!!
I thoroughly enjoyed the experience of reading the book!!! It was completely riveting to read!!!!! I would love to see another book in the future of these characters!!!
I thoroughly enjoyed the experience of reading the book!!! It was completely riveting to read!!!!! I would love to see another book in the future of these characters!!!
July 22, 2019
Good series
This is a good series w/ great world building. DON'T READ ANY MORE OF THIS IF YOU DON'T WANT A BIG SPOILER!!!!!!!! ALERT ALERT ALERT ALERT
I knew from JUMP Phoebe was no good. Even after she kinda swayed Ernie, I STILL didn't buy it. And guess what? Me and Tarlae were right. I also knew Virginia was up to no good.
Props to the author, Sarah Fine, for makin' Nazi a funny, runnin' joke for 3 books and steadily throughout this 3rd book. It was like she had a bet on how many times she put Nazi in this book, in a way, that would make u laugh and shake your head at the same time. Kudos, Sarah, u got me.
This is a good series w/ great world building. DON'T READ ANY MORE OF THIS IF YOU DON'T WANT A BIG SPOILER!!!!!!!! ALERT ALERT ALERT ALERT
I knew from JUMP Phoebe was no good. Even after she kinda swayed Ernie, I STILL didn't buy it. And guess what? Me and Tarlae were right. I also knew Virginia was up to no good.
Props to the author, Sarah Fine, for makin' Nazi a funny, runnin' joke for 3 books and steadily throughout this 3rd book. It was like she had a bet on how many times she put Nazi in this book, in a way, that would make u laugh and shake your head at the same time. Kudos, Sarah, u got me.
August 4, 2019
The Warrior - Book 3
Absolutely loved this book. Every character had his or her own distinctive style and role to play. Each character was so well developed that I feel like I know them all. Ernie is awesome, yet down to earth. Have to find books 1&2.
Absolutely loved this book. Every character had his or her own distinctive style and role to play. Each character was so well developed that I feel like I know them all. Ernie is awesome, yet down to earth. Have to find books 1&2.
September 27, 2019
Better than book two in the series, worse than the first... Loved the last five prosent, but the rest of the book was just OK. Yet again, an amazing plot that could have been made so much better, so a little disappointed :/
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