Book Description
All stars must fall.
Bloody, lost, broken. We live to fight another day. But with so much stolen from us, can the fates ever twist in our favour again?
My sister and I have been torn apart by shadows and despair, and now we each stand alone.
Our sorrow is spun like a web, trapping us tight, and I fear our enemies will soon come to feast upon our souls.
My Words
Before reading this book, I knew it would be one that I would blog about because of the impact that this series has had on me. When I was done, it took me a while to process the latest book in the Zodiac Academy. I feel it prudent to also mention this book is a whopping 1,242 pages; it is a big one. Prior to starting Sorrow and Starlight, I re-read the entire series - both Ruthless Boys and Zodiac Academy. After reading book 7, "Heartless Sky" I was in mourning for quite a while. It was difficult for me to transition to a different book or different genre. These writers have the innate ability to devise a story so mystical and captivating that I didn't want to leave Solaria. Originally, book 8 was supposed to be the final book in the series of Zodiac Academy and although some were frustrated that this was not to be the finale I was elated! I learned more about the characters and other parts of this magical land.
I struggle with whether or not to include spoilers, so I will be vague and will expect you to message me with feedback. =)
Orion's mother, albeit at a great cost, ultimately redeems herself. I know, I know if you have read the books, you may be appalled by that. Here's my take, although I feel I have never been as horrific of a mother, I feel I made my mistakes especially early in my parenting journey. As I grew and healed from my own trauma, I made strides to being a better person, but especially a better mama. I couldn't help but see some similarities between us. And I felt that she genuinely was remorseful. Whether it was due to being completely be cast aside by Lionel - have I mentioned how much I absolutely despise that man? - but regardless of the why, I really feel ultimately, she saw the error of her ways and did her best to offer what protection she could.
So, at the end of Book 7, there was a devastating loss - so painful that I still feel this enormous lump in my throat just thinking about it. In book 8, there is heartache but there is also hope and love; it comes with a hint of impending dread and possible fall out. And when I read the ending where the twins are once again in a situation that is impossible to get out of, I wanted to throw my book across the room.
Notable Quotes
“We must feel the bad as deeply as the sea, for then we are able to feel the joy as high as the moon.”
“I was too angry for subtle, too full of rage for calm, I had no patience for clever, nor the time for caution.
I was fury given wings, grief given strength and power given life.
Whoever awaited us in that place would be better off running than trying to stand against the hell I brought with me now.”
“Darius Vega is the greatest Dragon who ever lived,” I spoke loud and clear, making Lionel fall deathly still. “What did you just call him?” he asked venomously, danger thick in the air. “He married Tory. She is more powerful than him, so that made him a Vega,”
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