Search - The Will Of The Empress

This book was a bit confusing at first. After reading the Circle Opens books I was itching to know what happened to the four young mages. There seemed to be gaps in the time line as far as where Briar and Rosethorn are for a period of time.

I applaud Ms. Pierce for putting a character when an alternative lifestyle into her young adult literature. I am not going to spoil it by saying any more than that :)

Great book, Ms. Pierce continues to be my favorite author!

It was sad to see how separated the four mages had become over the years, but as each one started opening connections between one another, I was cheered. The story itself was a bit predictable but worthwhile reading to see all four of them back together again.