Torch (Volume 3)

The Flight and Flame Trilogy #3

by R.J. Anderson

How do you fight fire without fire?
 
When a freak storm uncovers the entrance to a mysterious underground chamber, Ivy and Martin expect to find treasure. But what they discover is even more valuable: a barrow full of sleeping spriggans, magically preserved for centuries. With the vengeful piskey queen Betony determined to capture Ivy and her followers, the secret hideaway could be key to both their peoples’ survival.
 
But the piskeys and spriggans are ancient enemies, and when Ivy tries to make peace her own followers threaten to turn against her. Plagued by treachery, betrayal and desertion on every side, Ivy must find a way to unite the magical folk of Cornwall—or doom herself, Martin and everyone she loves to death at Betony's hand.
 
Yet without the legendary fire-wielding power that marks a true piskey queen, can Ivy convince her people to believe?

Genres: Fantasy, Young Adult, Middle Grade, Fairies, Romance, Contemporary

256 pages, Paperback

First published February 9, 2021

About the author

R.J. (Rebecca) Anderson was born in Uganda, raised in Ontario, and has spent much of her life dreaming of other worlds entirely. She is the author of ten traditionally published fantasy/SF books for children and teens, including the UK-bestselling faery romance KNIFE. Her latest published book is TORCH (Book 3 of the Flight and Flame trilogy, which began with SWIFT and NOMAD).

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I'm no longer giving star ratings as I don't find them nuanced enough, but for books I've already rated, see below:

5 stars: I loved this book so much that I expect to read it again and again -- I reserve this rating for beloved classics and books that knocked my socks off.

4 stars: I really enjoyed the book and/or thought it was excellently done -- there is a good possibility that I'll re-read it.

3 stars: I enjoyed the book and thought it was well done. Should not be taken as belittling the book or its author -- it really does mean "I liked it".

2 stars: I didn't connect to this book as I'd hoped. This category includes books by authors whose other works I truly love, so it's not a dealbreaker. Just found this particular book wasn't for me.

1 star/DNF: Definitely not for me. But I won't be reviewing it because I choose to focus on books I enjoy.

Reviews

[R.J.]

I've been longing to see this story published for years, and by all the plaintive "will there ever be a third book?" e-mails and messages I've received since NOMAD first came out in the UK, I'm not alone. Thanks so much to all of you for keeping the fire burning in my writer's heart!

I'm relieved, thrilled and deeply grateful to my new publisher Enclave for giving me the chance to write the epic resolution to the series that I always wanted. Rest assured I've done my best I can to make it worth the wait, and I hope you'll enjoy reading it as much as I enjoyed writing it for you.

[Lily · Rating 5 out of 5]

Highly recommended!

Edit: Sale alert! This third installment to one of my favorite series this year is on sale!!! The gorgeous hardcover is only $5.81 on Amazon right now! (If I were you I'd definitely buy it.)

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[Sharon Loves to Read · Rating 5 out of 5]

※Reread Update: I think I love this book more on reread than I did on my first read, and that is saying something. This book finishes the trilogy off beautifully and poignantly. I laughed (Thorn! Martin!) and cried (Ivy!) my way through this story. The dialogue is superb, not unlike Megan Whalen Turner's The Queen's Thief series--I just couldn't wait for the characters to speak to one another. And like I said in my review of Swift--the redemption arc here is fabulous--truly the best ever! I love how the author does not forget that justice must be served for our wrong-doer.….

🛑🛑🛑Spoiler Alert🛑🛑🛑…..even though, by now, we love Martin so much. (This justice begins at the end of Nomad and is realized early in Torch.).🟢🟢🟢Spoiler Done🟢🟢🟢

A true coming-of-age tale that any fantasy lover should not miss!

※Original Review:
Great Finish!

I loved the entire Flight and Flame series! I have just recently entered the genre of fantasy after a lifetime of reading purely historical fiction, but it is books like these that have convinced me that this genre deserves my attention. Tightly written; pleasant twists and turns along the way; a wonderful and believable redemption story; romance without anything my daughter can't read😜; and a compelling plot. The plotline exposes...

🛑🛑🛑Spoiler Warning🛑🛑🛑prejudice for what it is, and at the same time shows patience and grace to those slow to give it up because the protagonist, remarkably, doesn't believe people need to be perfect for her to love, serve, and be committed to them. Her sacrificial love and service to those who often don't deserve it is so well developed in these books!🟢🟢🟢Spoiler Done🟢🟢🟢

People aren't perfect, the author shows us, but they are much more likely to embrace change when "loved" into it, rather than bullied.

My only problem with this book is that a supporting character with a story, which in the first 2 books seemed ready to be told in this one, disappears from the story. It seemed as if the author just didn't know what to do with her, and so she wrote her out in the very beginning of the book. Because of frequent references to her past in the first 2 books, and her connection to the male protagonist, I thought for sure we would get some closure to her story in this book, so I was pretty disappointed. [Edit to say that upon reread, this did not bother me as much as it did the first time around.]

For those new to these books, I recommend reading her other series first, No Ordinary Fairytale (Knife, Rebel, and Arrow) first. They, to be honest, aren't quite as good as this series, but they help you grasp just how amazing the primary redemption story in this series really is.

[Jane Maree · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book. This TRILOGY! R.J. Anderson's books are those ones that make you wish you'd rated other books lower than five stars, just because these ones deserve to be so much higher. I am in. love.

The characters and relationships had me melting and crying and hoping and despairing. These little magical people of cornwall have found such a special place in my heart and I'm so happy about the ending they got, but at the same time I wanted it to never end!

I had high high hopes for this book and it utterly fulfilled them in so many wonderful ways. Page turning, epic, heart-capturing, memorable. There are so many things to love about this series. This is a definite favourite of mine and I can't express how much I love it.

[˚༚✧˳⁺⁎davm⁎⁺˳✧༚˚ · Rating 4 out of 5]

*4.5 stars*
This series just got progressively better. Exciting, heartwarming, and clean. A wonderful read.

[Nathaniel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow ok I’m sad
This trilogy was such a good experience. The last one was a good ending to it all. The epilogue especially was amazing. Anderson knows how to close off a series.
The climax in this one was good. I do think this is my least favourite in the series, but only because book one and two were SO GOOD and I was sad to be ending off the series.

Can we get more books please?

[EllieJellyBean :D · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 ⭐️

Welp, I finished it! And like the other two, I finished it very fast. 2 days! 😂

Well, I kinda have the same feelings about this one that I did the first 2. It was enjoyable, but had all the same problems. What a surprise. -_- I don’t really want to go into it again, so if you want to know more you can check out my other reviews on the 1st and 2nd books! :)

The story was fine. I did feel like the end was a little bit of a let down. It wasn’t bad and I did like it. It just…..It felt kinda cheesy and just….I don’t know! I just didn’t love it. It felt like the rest of the book, slightly off. It all felt slightly off and just- off. 😂 I’m just great at putting my feelings to words, aren’t I?? 😂

Martin was great as usual! He’s definitely my favorite character. Mattock went up for me in this book. He went down for me in the last book, but I think he got better. I do feel sorry for him, though. 🥲 Also can I just say that I really don’t like Ivy’s mom. And Mica for that matter. And kinda her sister….and Ivy…..😂 let’s be real here, I only really liked Martin, Thorn, Thorn’s husband (forgot his name), and Mattock. 😂 I’m sorry, but the rest of the characters were just- eh, in my opinion.

Can’t really think of anything else. I might add stuff if I remember, but for now, toodles!

~EllieJellyBean ✌️

[Stephanie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Five stars!!

Torch was a satisfying conclusion to The Flight and Flame Trilogy. I read this series in just under three weeks! I really need to read the author’s Faery Rebels series which I think must take place prior to The Flight and Flame. Even so, I didn’t feel as though I was missing anything important by reading this trilogy first.

I’d recommend this trilogy to readers age 12+ who don’t mind a little sweet clean romance intermixed with a lot of magical adventure, danger, conflict and some physical fighting. There are a few tragic character deaths (lots of feels) that might be difficult for a more sensitive reader.

[M.H. Elrich · Rating 5 out of 5]

A good conclusion to the trilogy. What I most liked about this book is that Ivy finally realized she couldn't do it all and that her movement has to be people powered, not just individual powered. I liked the idea that she isn't a Messiah who can fix everything but needs help. That part was good, as well as the plot itself, which was fast-paced. I breezed through this trilogy for a reason, after all!
After reading all three books, I realized I do have some more content information that isn't about anything bad per se, but should be noted.
1. The fact that the piskey women are oppressed and controlled by their men and a female leader almost bordered on a message about how conservatives don't want to change and are controlling to women.
2. The male characters in these books almost all seemed like self-centered egotistic males. Mattock was the exception, but even he had moments where he still read this way. Also, I'm still not sure why Martin was attractive to Ivy. He seemed very passive and very, "whatever you do is fine with me."
3. The Christian elements in these books are minamalized, and even though this one had more faith than others, it still was ambiguous: "maybe" the Gardener (author's name for God) was involved. Maybe he wasn't. There was even a point when she said the different names for God by the different races might be referring to the same God. It read too much like universal pluralism for me.

So yes, I loved this series. It was very interesting and I finished it quickly. But I wonder about the messages it was trying to say, even if unintentionally.

[Brandy Painter · Rating 5 out of 5]

As this is the end of a series, I'm not going to say much because you need to read the first books. BUT OH WOW. This was the perfect end. I love Ivy. I love Martin. I love Ivy and Martin. Martin accidentally becoming king of a bunch of children who have been waiting for him to show up and lead them was a ride.

[Kimmie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Yall… It is here the finale to an epic tale and just wow!

R.J. Anderson managed to do what few others have done with a trilogy, wrap it up with a satisfying conclusion that even though I was sad to see it end I was happy with the outcome. Ivy and Martin grew so much since Swift! I LOVED watching them grow and seeing all the secondary characters again and again as they grew with Ivy and Martin (I do believe that they are now my most favorite characters EVER). I loved the allegorical style of this story and the themes of faith, forgiveness, and putting your heart in the Savior’s hand. Wonderfully done. My favorite book in this trilogy.

I give Torch 5 out of 5 stars for the AMAZING characters, the Beautiful storyline, and all the action/adventure packing into the pages. Truly a work of art! Cannot wait for my hardcover editions to get here!

*I volunteered to read this book in return for my honest feedback. The thoughts and opinions expressed within are my own.

[Olivia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ahhh I love this trilogy so much. I didn't want it to be over. I love dear Ivy and Martin so much and so many of the side characters too (even the ones I wanted to scream at for screwing everything up MICA UUUGH). The ending though. ❤❤ And thematically, so good. Definitely going to have to reread someday.

[Erin · Rating 5 out of 5]

First, this is book three in a series. This is not a series that you should read out of order. They definitely follow each other and are not stand alone as they continue the story from the first through the third and you will be lost without reading them in order.

In this book, we get to revisit Ivy as she tries to keep her kingdom together. We get to watch her grow and develop in character into what a true queen should be. It’s not like she can ever be queen though is it? I mean she doesn’t wield fire like a true piskey queen. But she has the makings of a true queen in that she cares and wants to help her people. She’s a servant leader.

These books have an allegory-type way about them to Christ and the true leadership that He holds. I love seeing this. They are geared towards young adults. I love knowing that there are good solid Christian fiction fantasy titles out there for my children as they outgrow the younger series of books but aren’t quite ready for adult books yet.

This is definitely a series that my teenagers have enjoyed and that we will be putting on the shelf for my other kids to grow into. It’s a series worth saving on the shelf for those to come.

I have voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received through Celebrate Lit. All views expressed are only my honest opinion. I was not required to write a positive review nor was I compensated in any other way. All opinions expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the FTC regulations.

[Elaine · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm so glad to see that the trilogy is now complete!

I had the opportunity to beta read the first draft of this a couple of years ago (a very lucky experience, since I just finished Swift and Nomad at that time, which meant I didn't even wait years to know how Ivy and Martin's story turned out like many other fans of the series did). Reading this again felt just as thrilling as it did the first time.

What I notice the most now is how strong Ivy is, and I don't mean that in the 'action-girl' trope way. Ivy isn't really an action girl, but she has the patience of a saint and the fortitude of a mountain. I was going crazy reading the first half of this book, because I could distinctly feel all the demands her people were making of her, and how hard she was trying to please them, and I just wanted to bite everyone's head off. If I were in her place, I'd have thrown up my hands and left them to fend for themselves. The fact that Ivy kept fighting for them, even though she didn't have to, but because she could and because it was the right thing, shows mettle that is hard to find in a lot of protagonists these days.

I'm eagerly looking forward to whatever the author comes out with next!

[Megan · Rating 5 out of 5]

The perfect conclusion to a thrilling trilogy! Ivy and Martin's story comes to a close in a way that I didn't expect, but it was filled with hope and encouragement--a wonderful reminder and truth that the world needs today.

[Cara (Wilde Book Garden) · Rating 4 out of 5]

After several years between the 2nd book and this one, I'm so happy to finally have the conclusion to this trilogy! And it was a good one!

Ivy is a great main character - she's so determined and compassionate and willing to change and grow.

I adore Martin so much and his relationship with Ivy is fantastic. Most of his lines are Shakespeare quotes, really romantic, or hilarious, so it's always fun to have him on-page. I actually wish there had been even more scenes with him!

And I really liked the final resolution of the novel, and the thematic focus of this series: the way it deals with prejudice and realizing that stories (even histories) you have grown up knowing are not always true; and the frustrating truth that some people will choose danger or unhappiness rather than try something new, especially if it means confronting their own prejudices.

There were a few elements that did frustrate me -some I think were necessary to the plot and themes the book was dealing with (like the piskeys being so set in their ways and prejudices, and how long it took Ivy's people to trust her), but some I think weren't - like, I didn't like the way that certain characters' actions were portrayed. Maybe they were acting based on what they thought was best for people, but how many times can you use that excuse to do something bad or dangerous before that doesn't cut it?

All in all though, a really solid conclusion to this series, and one I'm so happy we finally got!

CW: Grief, murder, amputation, references to infertility

[Heather Russell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ivy is faced with wanting to help families from the Delve that have escaped the Joan’s evil rule. As she tries to find somewhere for them to live that isn’t poisoned, she feels pressured by time. She wonders how she can help save more families before Betony recovers and comes back for them.

Ivy is such a strong character that continued to grow in every book. As she goes through each trial, instead of being dragged down, she continues to get stronger. Martin did not seem like much of a hero during the first book, but he began to change during his time with Ivy. By the end of the book, the change in him was obvious to Ivy and the reader.

Each book in the series continued to get better and better. In this final book of the series, everything came to a close for Ivy from the Delve with a big finish. As the reader, it was unknown what would happen to dear Ivy. The pieces of all the books came together so perfectly!

I was looking forward to reading Torch to see what the final outcome for the Delve would be. I was not disappointed! Although it is not my normal genre to read, I look forward to reading more books by RJ Anderson.

I would highly recommend this book. I received a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions are my own and I was not required to leave a positive review.

[Claire · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thank you to Enclave Publishing for providing me with an eARC in exchange for an honest review.

I'm so glad that Rebecca was able to give this series the ending it deserved - and that I read this after re-reading the first two books in the series. Not only is her writing brilliant, the book so cleverly explores what it means to become an adult with responsibility, and the story successfully juggles grief, power, love and what it means to be part of a community of people. A brilliant end to the trilogy, and I'm so glad we got to see it.

My full review on my blog is here.

[Jessica Harrison · Rating 5 out of 5]

Despite the somewhat slow pace, this is a thoroughly captivating story that just keeps getting better and better with each book in the trilogy. It has excellent character and relationship development, and an underlying theme of honor, sacrifice, and redemption. Though it’s set in the modern world, it focuses on three hidden races of magical beings (piskey, faery, and spriggan) and the conflict and prejudices between them.

It’s safe for a younger audience (maybe 12+), but it didn’t feel childish to me.


Content:
There’s no foul language or sex. The romance is clean and the violence is minimal. There are some references to a higher power, but I definitely wouldn’t call it Christian.

[Vicky · Rating 2 out of 5]

I wish I had enjoyed this book more than I actually did. After the seven year wait I couldn’t wait to see Ivy and Martin again, and although the main characters didn’t disappoint, sadly Torch failed to capture the magic of the first two instalments. The plot seemed a bit all over the place, there wasn’t nearly enough of Martin, and some quite central elements of Swift and Nomad were very quickly written out of the story with next to no explanation. Overall, it just felt a little underwhelming.

That being said, the piskeys of Cornwall have stolen my heart all over again, and I’m so glad that after all these years we have finally got a resolution to Ivy and Martin’s story. I just wish it had been a longer, more comprehensive ending to this wonderful series.

[Claire · Rating 5 out of 5]

FANTASTIC! ROMANTIC!! AMAZING!!! So THRILLED that the series ends in such a marvelous and spectacular way!!

[Amy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Torch concludes The Flight and Flame Trilogy by RJ Anderson. I have had the pleasure of reading and enjoying the first two books of the series, Swift and Nomad. Even though they are part of a series, I believe they can be read as stand alones. I thought this was a great read and I believe this one is probably my favorite of the three. I enjoyed the action and adventure. It was fun and entertaining to read. I had no problem reading the whole book in one sitting. It was great.

I am giving Torch five stars. I recommend it for readers between the ages of ten and fourteen and for those who enjoy fantasy and science fiction. I look forward to reading more like this from RJ Anderson in the future.

I received Torch from the publisher. This review is one hundred percent my own honest opinion.

[Excel Andy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! Wow! Wow!


Trust me to be addicted to Ivy’s and Martin’s stories. I really went on an adventure. Thanks to the author.

This is the final book in the Flight and Flame Trilogy. I am so blessed to have read all three books thanks to Celebrate Lit Tours for giving me those chance.

This book was stellar. Perfect! I am satisfied with the plot ending.

I was rooting for Ivy and literally screaming “Go girl! You can do it”

This book will make you come alive through the adventures.

I received a complimentary copy of this book through Celebrate Lit Tours. Opinions expressed in this review are mine.

[Hailey Huntington · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this series. It's so fantastic. So let's talk about Torch.

The characters. I've said it before, and I'll say it again: I love Ivy and Martin. And I love the two of them together. They're so adorable. Also, Martin is just a fantastic character on his own. His quoting of Shakespeare, flair for the dramatics, and wit are great. Also, Martin in "dad-mode" taking care of the spriggan children was fantastic. And giving the spoiler Shakespearian names? I loved it. I loved the side characters as well. Thorn and Martin respectively had me laughing at points.

For those who dislike love triangles, there is a sort of love triangle in Torch. It is a little awkward, but it does make sense in relation to the plot. R.J. doesn't make it easy for Ivy and Martin to be together. :)

The only thing about the characters that bugged me was Ivy's relationship with her family. While it makes sense for her relationship with Marigold to be awkward, it would have been neat to see Ivy and her mom having to work through the hurt in their relationship and really come to know each other. Mica also made me a little mad. One minute, it seems like he loves Ivy and is trying to support her, and then he's almost blackmailing her into doing things. Now, don't get me wrong. I'm not complaining about the characters or the book. I still love it all. These are just some things that bugged me.

Like with the rest of her books, R.J. paces her books such that they don't feel like they're rushing from one thing to the next, but they never drag. I read Torch in one sitting and was gripped the entire time.

I loved getting to explore more the world of the Little Folk of Cornwall, and also getting to revisit the Oak. Like I've said in the past, The Fight and Flame trilogy does tie into R.J.'s other No Ordinary Faery Tale series. You can read them independently of each other, but to get the most of the books, I'd recommend reading the No Ordinary Faery Tale series first.

Overall, Torch was a satisfying conclusion to the series. R.J. wrapped everything up well and gave our characters their happy ending. I highly recommend The Flight and Flame Trilogy.

Cautions: moderate romance; several kisses; moderate violence

[Debbie · Rating 4 out of 5]

"Torch" by R.J. Anderson is the third book in this series. I recommend reading all three in order together the entire story. All three books are about piskeys, faeries and spriggans. There is a war going on and Ivy has to save her people from destruction from her evil aunt.These books are about being fearful of others because they are different than us and believing rumors that are centuries old. These books show how working with others can accomplish more than believing and doing things as they have always been done.

I think this series would make a great family bonding time by taking turns reading aloud and then discussing why the different groups were afraid of the others, and I also think this series would make a great Friday night Family movie night if they were made into a movie. But, I still want to say even if it was a movie, you need to read the book first, always reading first.

While reading some of the scenes, I could picture the events happening, such as when Ivy and Martin opening the door to the secret hideaway.

There are acts of violence in these books, such as the evil Joan burning characters to ashes and fighting with axes but I still recommend these books with a warning that they are in some places violence described. I know the genre is listed as Christian fantasy,( maybe, because I don't really like fantasy much or understand it ) but I didn't really found much in the way of Christianity beliefs shared in these books.

This series is a great book for older kids who likes to read. This is a genre that I wouldn't check out from the library, but I am glad I read these three books, thanks to the author and Celebrate Lit for giving me the chance to read them. These opinions are my own.

[Connie Hill · Rating 5 out of 5]

Torch By: R.J. Anderson is a Christian YA Fantasy book. This is also book 3 in the Flight and Flame series. I have read the other books in the series. I would strongly advise that you do so that you can get a feel for the whole story. You can see my review for book one: Here. You can see my review for book two: HERE. I have enjoyed the journey that this series has taken us. I have read this entire series with my 9 year old son. We both have enjoyed it. He reads at a 7th grade level and had no problem following along.
In this story we are back following Ivy and Martin. Ivy has gone through so much with being banished, her people turning against her. Martin and Ivy have learned a lot while being exiled. She is a strong character. She is patient. She really wanted to be back in the good graces of her people, and she was thrown through the ringer trying to make that happen. Honestly, if I had to be in Ivy's place I probably would have just gone off myself and stopped fighting so hard. Her character has grown so much since book 1.

I have stated in the past that this is not a genre that I read normally. However, I am grateful to have been a part of all three tours for this series. This book is perfect for kids 9 and up. It opens up good conversations. I know that this series has blessed myself and my 9 year old son. He is sad to see the series end. We hope that the author releases new books this year and next!

I received a copy of this book through the Celebrate Lit blogging program - all thoughts are my own.

[Challice · Rating 3 out of 5]

“Mom, I think I like fantasy,” and with those words, I set out on my own quest, like those found in this particular genre, to find clean fantasy books.
One thing I have noticed of late, is the particular influx of darker theme within contemporary YA novels. Going through the shelves at the library or the book store reveals a particular dark theme that I am not sure I really want my daughter reading. I understand the appeal of a made up world where the magical realism is very imaginative and creative. But more often than not, these books are also filled with content that I really don’t want my daughter choosing to read. When I learned about The Torch by R. J. Anderson, and it being a clean Fantasy YA, I knew I had to see if this is a book that would fit the bill of what both my daughter and I were looking for.

I think the unfortunate thing about this was that I began with book three. Reviews assured me that this can be read as a stand alone, and yet I knew as I began the book that while there was great smooth conversations to let me know what had led our characters to their current situation, it did make me realize that I will now know content from the other books that I would have preferred to be surprised at.

Nevertheless, I am glad I read this book. It was very imaginative and wasn’t stilted, as I find some YA books to be. If you enjoy the creative world of Narnia, complete with sibling squabbles, you may enjoy this book!

[Deana Dick · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have been waiting for this book and it finally has arrived. Ivy has become like a friend to me. She is smart, fierce and now has taken on a roll of a leader. Is she ready to accept this position? I couldn’t wait to see where her journey would go in this story. I love that Ivy has the ability to shape shift. Well that’s what I call what she does. Transforming into another form really fascinated me. The imagination is so vivid as the author takes us to a world of piskeys, faeries and spriggans.

This thought popped in my head as I read the book. All these different species keep their distance from each other because of their fear. Do we stay away from certain types of people simply because they look different ? The story is easy to follow and it has a great amount of adventure. There is a war of power going on and Ivy is at the center of it. Can she keep her people safe? Will someone among her group betray her? The story is riveting at times as Ivy and an old friend team up to free her people. I fell in love with Martin from previous books and was thrilled that he was back in this one. He and Ivy are a force to be reckoned with as they join together in the battle for freedom. I am very pleased with the ending and so glad the author showed us how working together accomplished a lot.

I received a copy of this book from Celebrate Lit. The review is my own opinion.

[Ashley Dawn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Yay! This book is one I was looking forward to reading quite a lot. I have read the first two books and was ready to see what happened to the characters. The author didn't disappoint. Though I recommend reading the series start to finish, I think you could read this book as a stand alone and enjoy it. I love that I've watched these characters grow and change through the series.

I liked that it isn't a simple story, there is a mix of issues and Ivy and Martin both have to deal with different things. Deciding who to trust, what is best not only for self but for everyone, and much much more. I plan to share this series with my two kids 10 & 13 and expect they will enjoy it just as much as I did.

5/5.

Thank you to the author/publisher for the review copy of this book via Celebrate Lit. I received this book in exchange for an honest review and the opinions stated above are 100% mine.

[Tabitha Bouldin · Rating 4 out of 5]

This has been a fantastic series, and Torch ends it with a wonderful blend of selfless love and sacrifice. Ivy and Martin had an uphill battle from page one as the piskies and spriggans struggle to find some sort of balance to their lives. Torch shows just how deep down the rabbit hole people can go when everything they've ever believed to be true is challenged by actual truth. I loved how Ivy refused to give up. Her strength and belief in her people pushed her to keep battling, even when all hope seemed lost. Seeing how all things work together for our good, even when we cannot see it, rang through with Ivy and Martin's final battle and the triumph of good versus evil. Great series for young adult, and old adult too. I received a copy of this book from Celebrate Lit. I was not required to leave a positive review. All thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.