Paperback: 279 Pages
Publication: July 14, 2011 by Bonneville Books
Xandir has been exiled to earth until the end of time. But when his cherub trainee disappears, Xandir makes a deal with rogue angels and giants that could restore life to the mortal woman he loves and end his assignment as a destroying angel in exchange for helping them bring about the end of the world and all of mankind.
The Last Archangel is a thrilling read. With 2012 close at hand, there have been many new releases foreshadowing the future of mankind, most of them dystopian. This one is fantasy. Told from various perspectives as the plot requires, The Last Archangel incorporates angels, demons, and prophecy into a thrilling apocalyptic read that keeps you guessing as to what will happen next.
I love Xandir’s brashness and unique sense of humor. He’s been alive and working alone for so long that he doesn’t know how to communicate well, but he does have a kind heart. He’s loved a mortal woman, he has his own morals, and he keeps his promises. Jarom served as great foil to Xandir. While Xandir is corrupted, Jarom is naive, innocent, and entirely lovable.
The setting was also well developed. Young’s depiction of the fallen city of Serche is fascinatingly bleak and gruesome. I was both fascinated and repelled by the sinful state of its inhabitants’ lives. I was unable to put down my Kindle even though it was late at night and not the best time to be reading about the city closest to Hell. I also loved the description of the frozen mountains where the “Yeti” is said to dwell and about the true nature of the furry creature. If I had to hide away somewhere, I would love to visit there (in spite of the freezing temperatures).
Yearti, Jarom, and Xanir are my favorite characters, and I’m the cliffhanger has me anticipating a sequel. I recommend this book to fantasy readers.
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Author: Crystal
A story girl at heart, Crystal is a bibliophile who can easily spend the day immersed in a good read. She writes under the name Kristy Wang. You can follow her writing adventures on X and Instagram @_kristywang.
Denise Z says
I have been stalking this tour and this sounds like a really good read. Thanks for sharing your view today – I love to read other folks' opinions.
MDYBYU says
Thanks for the review! A sequel is in the works, so I promise not to leave you hanging forever.
Jules says
I just started reading this not that long ago and so far I agree with you it is easy to get caught up in the story! 🙂