Redeeming the past is a fatal quest.
In the wake of a deadly coup, the capital city of Urian has descended into chaos. Heartbreak and bloodshed await Tanwen and her friends as they discover the unlikeliest leader now rules Tir.
If they want to save the realm, Tannie and the Corsyth weavers must rescue Queen Braith and unmask the Master, ending the strife once and for all. But the success of … the success of their hunt depends upon an ally no one trusts.
The Master has a new target in sight: fragile, trauma-scarred Digwyn, whose unique weaving ability could turn the tide of any war. When the desire for vengeance proves too powerful for Digwyn to resist, Tanwen must face a terrifying truth: the fate of Tir rests in the hands of a volatile, shattered girl.
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This book is a gripping, page-turning finale to an epic, all-time favourite trilogy. I had such high hopes for this book and it slayed every single one above and beyond what I could have imagined.
The sweet characters have come so far since the first book, and I’ve grown to love them so dearly. Their stories are so close to my heart, and I can’t believe it’s over. Hunter perfectly tied up all the character arcs, plot elements, and all the things, while still showing a beautiful open future of adventure for all the characters at the end. It’s just so, so perfect.
I never wanted to put this down! This whole trilogy is masterfully written and lingers long in my heart and mind. I know it’ll be one I revisit many times to come!
Overall, this series is so intense, heart-wrenching, funny, unique, vibrant, and absolutely adventurous. I can’t recommend it enough. This whole trilogy comes with my highest recommendation.
The third book in a trilogy is the most important, and Lindsay really finished this series off in such an amazing way! I laughed, I cried, and I was left deeply satisfied and inspired by the end of the Weaver Trilogy.
This story was masterfully woven with all the elements I love. Adventure, romance, mystery, suspense, and a sprinkle of fluffhoppers!
Tannie and Mor’s relationship progressed wonderfully, and I got all the snark from Tannie that I was looking forward to. And I never tire of (Mor)smirks from my favorite blue-eyed pirate.
The character arcs of Braith, Diggy, and Brac were amazing and really caught my heart. Especially Diggy and Braith. They were so real. This story explores some of the painful things in life in a graceful but real way. It soothed my heart.
The ending was perfect! (I won’t lie, I did cry a little)
I received an advanced copy of this book for the purpose of reviewing it. I was not required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are my own.
The Story Hunter continues the tale of Tanwen and the Corsyth Weavers. So if you haven’t read The Story Peddler and The Story Raider, please go read those first before reading The Story Hunter, because you need to know what has happened to the characters in those two books for this one to really make sense. That being said, once you’ve read the first two books, you’re going to want to read The Story Hunter to find out what happens next.
One thing I loved about The Story Hunter is how the author catches hold of your emotions through the experiences of her characters and takes you on a bit of an emotional ride. I especially love how the author has written her characters with realistic flaws. That really is what helps me connect with them, love them, and laugh or cry right along with them while I’m reading. These characters have truly become my story-friends!
Due to some heavy (but clean) content, I recommend this series to young adult or adult readers. Less emotionally mature readers or readers who have experienced abuse might have a harder time with parts of the story. My advice to parents who may have a young teen who wants to read this series is the same advice I’d give for any book. If you aren’t sure, read it yourself first.
Definitely 5 stars from me! I’ll be reading the whole series again for sure!
Readers have such high expectations for the third book in a trilogy, and The Story Hunter did not disappoint. Tanwen, Mor, and friends face their ultimate opponent, the elusive “master” that has been dogging their steps and is holding the rightful queen hostage. To rescue the queen, they must register to join the hunt for more strands, which will only make the master more powerful. Only together can they face this opponent, and yet the group of weavers must overcome the threat of fracture from within.
I loved seeing the character development come full circle—from Tanwen and Mor’s romance to Brac’s redemption story. Another newer character also faces her own crisis with multiple twists that kept me guessing what would happen. Although every battle leaves scars, the satisfying ending promises hope for tomorrow. Five stars for The Story Hunter!
What do you call a book so powerful, moving, and utterly beautiful that you won’t ever forget it? Magical? Earth-shattering? Maybe a little life-changing?
Whatever word I chose would fit The Story Hunter.
I’ve kind of had my eye on The Weaver Trilogy for the last couple of years. The concept? A group of people with the power to weave art into physical objects. The only problem is…it’s pretty illegal. Fascinating, right!?
I was also kind of impressed with the fan base. Fan-girling, screaming, actually-can’t-shut-up-about-this-series-because-it’s-THAT-good? These are my peeps, and this is my kind of series.
Plus, when I met Lindsay at the Christy Awards last November, I *knew* I had to dive into it ASAP.
And I did.
In The Story Peddler, I fell in love with Tannie and her amazing group of friends and fellow-weavers. Tannie with her awkwardness and quick wit and fierce heart.
In The Story Raider, I found even more characters to adore. But I also had my heart crushed. I felt an avalanche of emotions, and a desperate need to know the end of these characters’ journeys.
And in The Story Hunter…
Well. In Story Hunter, I saw redemption and hope in the absolute darkest and most hopeless of places.
I saw Tanwen and Mor and the team grow. Through grief. And adventure. And fighting for the right and the good in the world, no matter the cost.
And I felt anew the truth that sometimes fighting for right is NOT the easy route. You lose things. Friends. Family. Maybe even a future. But it’s worth it because fighting for hope in a dark world can change everything. Because some things are just worth sacrificing everything for.
I was reminded through this beautiful conclusion to a magnificent trilogy that…no matter how far you have gone, no matter how hopeless you may feel, no matter how broken you are…there is still a Creator who made you. And is for you. And can give you a life you never dreamed possible.
And you know what else? You can still choose Him. You can choose to stand for Him and for right.
I read this book (and am reviewing) in a time when my country is torn apart by darkness. By a wave of hopelessness and pain and fear. The Story Hunter was so moving and applicable to me as I read it, even more so because of the world surrounding me right now.
And that’s kind of amazing.
So! If you’ve gotten this far. READ THIS BOOK. (But read the others first because spoilers, and also because they are so incredible you would just be robbing yourself of the chance for one amazing journey). Trust me.
Also, just a quick note here. Tannie and Mor are the actual best. Ever. #MoreMor
Happy reading!
Content Advisories: This book has scenes of violence, as well as some more mature elements, including references to a past of sexual abuse. There is also a “magic system” of sorts, although it is firmly established that the weaver gifts were from the Creator.
Note: I received a complimentary copy of this book, and a positive review was not required.
“And the dream of a safe, quiet life tucked away in the Corsyth with tomorrows stretching before me and Mor and the others shattered.”
Oh my heart! This book has evoked so many emotions, and I hate to see it end and to have to bid farewell to these characters. If ever there was a book to win me over to the fantasy genre, this trilogy would be it! In endeavoring to explore stories in genres outside my comfort zone, I have come to the realization that part of the reason why I tend to shy away from fantasy (and sci-fi, for that matter) is that I enjoy rural, pastoral settings. So I appreciate that The Weaver Trilogy incorporates a bit of both rural and urban life. Likewise, I enjoyed that there was still a strong element of realism, despite the clear fantasy components. Although I did not get a chance to read book two yet, there is enough backstory provided from it to clue the reader in to the major events. I would still recommend reading them in order, though, and reading book one first is essential.
Lindsay Franklin brings The Weaver Trilogy to an epic finale with “The Story Hunter.” Despite how seemingly straightforward her titles are, I love the fact that they end up meaning something different after reading the story than what I took them to mean at face value. When it comes to books, I enjoy surprises! There is no shortage of them here, as readers learn some surprising things about the events from the previous two books and how everything ties together. “The Story Hunter” opens with the aftermath of an uprising and a new and completely unexpected leader on the throne, and at no point does the action relent. This is truly a page-turner!
As with the other books in the series, this one contains multiple narrators, noted by their name in the chapter title. In many cases, this tends to be an issue for me, leading to confusion and information overload, but Franklin uses it so well here that I can’t imagine the series any other way. The varying viewpoints offer valuable insight into some of the main characters without becoming overwhelming for the reader. Digwyn, or Diggy, stole my heart in this book as I cheered for her and as my heart broke for her. I will miss these characters and the spiritual insight that they offer.
There are some caveats I would offer to potential readers: this third book in the series has violent scenes (fighting and the aftermath of battle) and does deal with post-traumatic stress involving sexual abuse. All of this is handled very well but could be disturbing or triggering to some, so I recommend this for older teen readers and above.
I received a complimentary copy of this book through Celebrate Lit and was not required to post a favorable review. All opinions are my own.