From New York Times bestselling author Cora Carmack, the second in the captivating new YA fantasy/romance Stormheart series, perfect for fans of Kristin Cashore and Victoria Aveyard. Princess or adventurer. Duty or freedom. Her Kingdom or the Stormhunter she loves. If Aurora knows anything, it’s that choices have consequences. To set things right, she joins a growing revolution on the streets … right, she joins a growing revolution on the streets of Pavan.
In disguise as the rebel Roar, she puts her knowledge of the palace to use to aid the rebellion. But the Rage season is at its peak and not a day passes without the skies raining down destruction. Yet these storms are different…they churn with darkness, and attack with a will that’s desperate and violent.
This feels like more than rage.
It feels like war.
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Carmack shines with this unique fantasy and alluring romance.
The world-building in this series is phenomenal. People who can steer storms, and capture the heart of them? And a princess who can see the souls that drive the storms?
I adore the concept, but I have to admit, Cassius stole the show for me. I don’t know if this is veering into a love triangle, but I am so fascinated with what is going on with him. Dark, villainous princes who might not be so evil, after all? Gimme the next book!
I read Cora Carmack’s Roar when it first came out, and I remember loving it to pieces. Usually, I’m strictly a romance reader, but every once in a while I have a hankering for a young adult novel with some fantasy elements. Rage fit the bill, and while I didn’t remember every part from the first one (it’s been a while), the book did a really good job of reminding me of the plot and throwing me right back in the hot water.
Aurora has come into her magic, and she’s still figuring things out while getting ready to do the biggest task of all. Return home and take back the throne. But the Lockes have a stronghold on her old kingdom, and she doesn’t know where to start.
Luckily, she has a great group of hunters and friends fighting at her side.
While the first book was coming-of-age, in this one, Roar knows who she is, but it’s a journey to find out how to find her footing and own it. It’s a powerful concept and it was done beautifully.
The supporting cast was great, as always. I loved getting to know Sly better, in particular, and meeting other interesting characters. Jinx, however, became my favorite character in this installment, and her parts with Nova were some of the BEST. I can’t wait to see more of this storyline emerge.
Overall, I loved this one. Seeing this group of friends interact and come together with the high stakes of starting a rebellion…it was the perfect backdrop to a couldn’t-put-it-down read. I’m excited to see what happens next.
So, I just finished reading Rage by Cora Carmack. This is book two in her Stormheart series. Cora has given us another story that draws you in and you feel like you’re a part of Aurora’s world. Even if you’re not a die hard fan of fantasy books, you will still enjoy this one.
This book frustrated me to no end, but I still found myself falling in love with it. I’ve come to the conclusion that the focus of my frustration is the lack of development with Roar. In Rage, we get to watch her grow into her powers and learn how to use them, but personality wise she’s still somewhat selfish. I understand it’s hard making decisions when you’re the sole heir to a falling kingdom, but when will those decisions stop coming with extreme consequences for Kiran and their friends? I want to see Roar become a better decision maker in the next book, because the way she’s acting at this point in time is not fit for a ruler, and it makes it difficult to see her as the hero in this story.
As I sat and stewed over my brief disappointment in this book, I realized something. If a character doesn’t make you as frustrated as they make you happy, are they even a real character? I think not. Though Roar made me upset at times, I still love her. She cares a lot for those around her, despite what her actions cause, and she sees a bright future for her kingdom. A future she’d do anything to grasp.
By the end of Roar, I had a full hate-on for Cassius, but by the time Rage ends, I think I actually…love him.
Who to ship? Cassius, or Kiran?
Kiran is gentle and caring, and only has Roar’s safety in mind. Is he really what she needs? Cassius is broken and passionate, and wants to control the world. Can his special brand of darkness push Roar to her limits? I don’t know, but I feel like I’m betraying Kiran by leaning a little more in Cassius’s direction. I’m more drawn to him like I was more drawn to Rhysand in ACOTAR. Don’t shoot me! 😉
Another aspect of this book I enjoyed was the little quotes before each chapter. Here’s one of my favorites:
“The soul is accustomed to being one half of a whole. Without an earthly body to cling to, it will seek out something else to fill that void. Some find peace in the wind, others lose themselves in the rush of the river, and still others find solace in the darkest of companionsu2060—storms.”
Captivating and altogether unique. Roar is a force of magic and romance to be reckoned with!
A rich and unforgettable fantasy forged from the power of storms, the danger of secrets, and the magic of Cora Carmack’s imagination.
“We are not free when ruled by fear.
— leaflet dispersed by the rebellion”
Just wow. I’m usually the first to turn away from a fantasy novel…but Cora Carmack has proven time and time again what an astounding writer she is. I knew if any series was worth trying it would be the Stormheart series. Carmack took the world she crafted in Roar (Stormheart #1) and ran with it. With out giving any spoilers…I can say that the character development was sheer perfection, she continues to develop readers knowledge of storm magic and the concept that some storms are actually fueled by the souls of the lost. Which I must say is something that keeps my brain busy. Every time it storms where I live I’m immediately lost in the wild lands thinking of storm hunting. There are zero gaps or unsure spots in the plot…every single thing clicks right into place like a beautiful puzzle. Excuse me while I DIE waiting for book 3!