Shadow & Storms: The Legends of Thezmarr, Book 4

Clarissa Pham

Epic Conclusion to a fabulous fantasy series.

"Shadow & Storms is an exciting and satisfying ending to the Legends of Thezmarr quartet. In Shadows & Storms we see the epic conclusion to Arto's evil plans with a fantastic final battle that spans chapters. All of your favorite characters return for this final stand against the forces of evil. You'll find plenty of action, twists, romance, and found family moments in this fabulous finale. The Characters really shine in this stellar story. The interactions and relationship between the sisters really gives you a true sense of a family dynamic. The romance shows complex dynamics that can only happen from a seasoned couple which is a rare thing in a romantasy, usually you just get the beginning of a relationship, not the hard earned middle. This novel stars off with a bang and goes from there. It is incredibly fast paced but each moment carries the appropriate emotional weight and depth it should have. Emotional character interactions are poignant, losses are felt, and the battles are tense. There isn't anything I can say that's bad about this book. If you enjoyed the first 3 books you will absolutely looooove the conclusion to Thea and Wilders tale. ["

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February 16, 2026 Verified Purchase

N. Lew

Shadow and storm

"What an excellent read. Its got everything.starting with book 1, the story takes of and adventures begin. There is banter and suspense and love. A bit of spice (really clean spice) and battles to top it of. Each book ending makes you want to start the next one right away. oh, there's also a betrayal here and there. Wilder and Thea are fantastic main characters. Not the whining kind or bullying kind as often main characters can be. The other characters play a role as important as our protagonists. by the fourth book I was so involved .... I shed tears and I laughed and I shed tears. I'm 65 a d I've read a lot of fantasy books in my lifetime and this series is definitely getting (a high) spot in my top 10 ! now on to the ashes of Thezmarr series. ["

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July 25, 2025 Verified Purchase

Megan Bajorek

An Epic and Perfect Conclusion!!

"Read June 29,2024 - July 5,2024 The conclusion to the Legends of Thezmar has been a long time coming and did not disappoint in any way. Scheuerer has done a phenomenal job of pushing, kneading and molding these characters into real individuals across four books, including the stand alone prequel. From page one of the series Thea has been stubborn, head strong, courageous and loyal but despite the ups and downs of her journey including reconciling with her own demise, she continues to be her truest self and I love her more and more for it. Similarly, Wilder also continues to stay to of his truest self: strong, stubborn, supportive and accepting of all that Thea is and will be. He is not without fault and flaw but his journey to self-acceptance of his choices and consequences was very relatable and enjoyable to read. Who doesn't love seeing their favorite characters grow up and become better versions of themselves. Wilder and Thea are a pair that demonstrates not only the rollercoaster of finding your person in that sometimes the reconciliation can be painful especially when there has been injury on both sides, but also that doing the work as part of a team built on love, is completely and utterly worth it. Being alone in this world is challenging enough; more so if you are alone within a relationship. Throughout the series, Thea and Wilder have felt individually alone while being physically together but through hard work, honesty and a commitment to each other, they have formed a impenetrable bond that jumps off the page. The conclusion of this series was well executed with few if any flaws. The moments of hopelessness, tension and shock were perfectly timed, significant and lingering. The moments of true human emotion and connection touches the reader's heart and instills a sense of "that is exactly what I would do/say" if ever in a situation similar. In true final book fashion, the cast of characters grows and extends across all of the text withing the Legend of Thezmar providing enjoyable glimpses into character dynamics readers could only dream of. The bond between Tal and Wilder but also Wilder and Torj is beautiful and truly captures the nature of brotherhood. The connection between Thea, Wren, Anya but then also Adrienne and Dru while throwing in Audra, creates the feeling of woman empowerment that it so exciting to read. How similar and yet different these women are but who are all willing to fight physically and mentally for what is right; all within the shadows of the Furies, the goddesses of all. The comraderie between this larger cast of characters is solified in the moments leading up to the culminating battle which are filled with laughter, love and found-family despite the insurmountable odds. Despite being outnumbered, out matched and out maneuver there are still moments of laughter and warmth usually at the hands of Kip and Cal. In the past I've liken Thea's character and journey to that of Alana from The Lioness Quartet by Tamara Pierce and I continue to feel that way. Scheuerer truly elevates the female warrior trope and her take on the hero's journey is a refreshing perspective that makes me truly sad to leave these characters and world. Now that the series is complete, I thoroughly recommend anyone considering it, to jump in feet first, heart open and spirit ready to find love, laughter, betrayal, and peace. ["

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July 14, 2024 Verified Purchase

ThroneofPaws

Shadows and Storms – The Perfect Finale

"What an absolutely epic conclusion to this series! Thea and Wilder’s journey has been captivating since Blood and Steel, but Shadows and Storms truly took everything to the next level. This book defines “screaming, crying, throwing up” in the best way possible—I experienced every emotion under the sun. Helen Scheuerer masterfully brought together all the threads from the previous books to deliver a finale that was equal parts heart-wrenching, action-packed, and satisfying. The battles in this book were incredible. The final showdown had me on the edge of my seat and CONSTANTLY STRESSED, especially as Thea faced impossible odds to protect her found family. And Wilder? His determination to keep Thea safe while honoring her independence was so beautifully done. Their relationship in this book is the culmination of all their struggles and growth—it’s raw, emotional, and so rewarding. I loved watching Thea take care of Wilder after certain events happened in the book, and absolutely adored Wilders moments of vulnerability. But what really stood out was the way Helen wove the side characters into the finale. I loved Kipp’s loyalty and humor, Cal “The Flaming Arrow’s” steady strength, and even more development of some of my other favorite side characters (Drue, Talemir, Wren, and Torj). I’m so pleased they had their moments to shine. Watching Thea and Wilder’s found family come together as a unified force felt so powerful, and I loved every single interaction. The end of the book and the epilogue had me sobbing (happy tears and bittersweet ones), some plots I saw coming and other I did NOT!!! Even though Thea and Wilder’s story has come to a close, it left me craving more from the world of Thezmarr. If you’re a fan of romantasy with unforgettable characters, high stakes, and an emotional rollercoaster of a journey, this series is a must-read!! ["

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December 7, 2024 Verified Purchase

Sandy Farmer

4.5 Stars - Prefer less spice

"Shadow & Storms was literally the first book I read in 2025. Yet, the last day of May is when I finally sat down to write my review of it. Needless to say, this won't be my best work. I have forgotten so much. I vaguely remember that Fate & Furies also ended in a small cliffhanger. This was nothing compared to the cliffhanger of Vows & Ruins. ***This is the last warning you will have that spoilers for the previous three books in the series are ahead. Proceed at your own risk.*** Thea is now a Warsword. Wilder has been taken captive by Artos. War is looming. Thankfully, Thea goes to rescue Wilder pretty early in the book. I would have hated for the book to drag on with them being separated after the time they spent apart in Fate & Furies. Thea, Wilder, Wren, Kipp, Cal, Torj, Talemir, Drue, Anya, and all of the others are mapping out the war. Who are the real enemies? Is Artos working alone? Who will we lose in battle? What about Thea's fate stone? The year on her stone is fast approaching. Will she have to say goodbye to everyone she loves after all? Will she have to say goodbye to Wilder again? I will say that I liked the way that Helen Scheuerer worked the fate stone. I agreed with the approaching goodbye that Wilder and Thea were facing. I've felt that way before--missing someone before they're even gone. I'm sure many can relate. I liked the build-up between Torj and Wren. And I'd like to say that I'm eager to delve into their story. If I'd been writing this book review back in January when I finished this book, I could easily have said exactly that. Except, I've already read the first book in their series. And I want more. Favorite quotes: -‘If they discover who you’re after, they’ll know it was you. No doubt Artos already suspects your loyalty lies elsewhere. And if you use too much storm magic, any remaining cover you have will be blown. They’ll know that the heir of Delmira and Althea Zoltaire are one and the same. The world will know exactly who you are, and who’s important to you.’ ... ‘Then the world will know that if they hurt him, I’ll burn them all to the ground.’ Talemir nodded. ‘So be it.’ -She broke away, panting. ‘I love you,’ she gasped, refusing to tear her eyes away from him. ‘I love you so much I can hardly breathe. I’ve wanted to say it for so long—’...‘I’ll tell you every day until my last,’ she murmured. -‘You’re dead anyway,’ she promised. ‘But touch him again, I dare you.’ -‘I am the storm,’ -‘You never need to thank me,’ Wilder told her. ‘I will always fight for you. And it’s my honour to do so.’ -‘Who would have thought Thezmarr’s most useless shieldbearer would be here planning our fights for us.’ ‘You were always slow off the mark,’ Kipp said casually. -‘Promise me never again. Whatever we do from here on out, we do together.’ ‘I don’t think Kipp’s battle plans—’ ‘Not on the battlefield. In life,’ he said. ‘Where you go, I go, from now on.’ -But to anticipate the grief so intensely… It meant he loved just as hard, just as fiercely. Wilder knew he was lucky to have experienced a love so great, however quickly it would be ripped from him. -Thea patted him on the shoulder. ‘You’ll slowly learn that of the three Embervale sisters, Wren is the one to fear the most.’ -‘It’s yours. The Laughing Fox is mine, or will be one day. And I don’t mean to see it overrun by shadow any time soon. I will not go quietly into the [...] darkness… Will you?’ -‘If this is to be our final stand, let us make it worthy of legend!’ -‘We are all daughters of darkness, Thea. We were born into a world of it, a place that would dictate the way in which we defend ourselves, the way we live our lives. No more. That world is no longer. And the next one will be what we make it.’ -‘You can do this. You were forged with blood and steel, with lightning and thunder… You were made for this war, made to end it, and you will, for all of us. When I first saw you spying on the Warsword meeting atop the cliffs, I sensed it in you even then.’ Tears lined Thea’s eyes. ‘What?’ ‘Greatness,’ he told her. -For the first time in a long time, he realised that beneath the festering darkness, the world had been beautiful, and it would be again. I had a couple of other quotes, but they were spoilers. Ultimately, Shadow & Storms was a great ending to a great series. I'm giving Shadow & Storms 4.5 Stars. Thea and Wilder's relationship ranks with some of my favorites (Xaden & Violet, Rhysand & Feyre, Aelin & Rowan, etc). Language and on-page spice is always a little much for me, but the plot makes skipping and skimming totally worth it for me. Have you read Shadow & Storm? What did you think? Let me know! ["

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September 16, 2025 Verified Purchase