Fantastic ending to a wonderful children's fantasy series, that manages to weave the elements into a story of self discovery and finding your strengths from within.

Fionn has grown so much since The Storm Keeper's Island. He's no longer this boy who feels like he has no home, no place in life. He's rising to the challenge placed upon him, the responsibility of protecting this island he loves so much (and it's rather kooky inhabitants). It's adventurous and fun, and the plot moves at a pace that's full of twists and turns without skimping on the backstory and character development. Add in the lore, intermingling Irish history and Arthurian legend and you're on to a winner.

One of the best middle grade books I've read in a very long time.

Absolutely brilliant trilogy. Such a fantastic plot and characters. Love the intertwining of modern kids and traditional folk tales. Everything about these books is brilliant

A truly epic finale to one of the best trilogies I've read - I feel truly bereft that it's come to an end!

Catherine Doyle transports you to the island of Arranmore with her magical writing and utterly believable characters.

I've recommended this series to so many pupils and teachers - an absolute must read!

The epic finale to a brilliant trilogy. It skillfully weaves together the threads that have been growing since the first novel, adding more mystery to the island and its history. This is the finale this trilogy needed.

I had long awaited this book after buying and loving the first two in the trilogy. At first I worried I was not going to be able to get into it but very quickly those worries passed and I was gripped. This book was far darker and moved at a more accelerated pace than the first two books making me unable to put it down. The characters as always were beautifully written and the plot was captivating. I am sad to see this world come to an end now the trilogy has been completed as it was a wonderful world to escape into.

A wonderful conclusion to an exciting trilogy. Picking up 10 days after The Lost Tide Warriors left off, Fionn and his friends face a battle against Morrigan to save the island of Arranmore, while Fionn also deals with his grief.

This story is full of excitement and adventure, with vivid descriptions of settings and events. I love the mix of modern life, with references to playing on the Wii, and the folklore of magic.

An action packed magical ending to the Storm Keeper trilogy.
Catherine Doyle has triumphed yet again, filling this finale with beautiful, lyrical, magical writing. From the very first page, we’re plunged into Fionn’s final battle against Morrigan. Our favourite characters have grown, new ones join the battle and the island itself lives and breathes throughout. Having heard Catherine read from the first book, her lilting voice resonated throughout for me and every word felt alive. I laughed, shuddered, sat fixed to the edge of my seat, and yes, cried, as I read. Absolutely stunning.
Thank you to NetGalley UK and Bloomsbury for sharing the e-arc. Thank you Catherine for sharing your magic with readers young and old.

I received an ARC of this book from NetGalley and Bloomsbury in exchange for an honest review.

This book is the conclusion of the trilogy and all the events that have begun in the previous two books are coming to a climax. As Storm Keeper, Fionn must find a way to lead the people of Arranmore and defeat the sorceress Morrigan, a task which he feels massively unprepared for. As Fionn strives to learn more about his powers, tragedy strikes and Fionn must face Morrigan sooner that he expected.

It was great to see the way that things we have learned about in previous books came together here and little pieces of the puzzle became very significant. Since the release of the title for this book, I had wondered about the moving of the apostrophe and how this would feature in the book. I was very pleased with the way this played out. I also really liked the ending. It felt very satisfying to have everything neatly falling into place and making sense.

After loving book 2 in this series so much, I think I may have had almost unattainable expectations for this one. I was a little disappointed that I didn't get an emotional punch on the same level that I did from the previous book. I think also, I really felt the lack of grandad. His sage advice and calming presence was just what was needed when things got bleak in the previous instalments. I can see that his absence pushed Fionn to grow and become the Storm Keeper Arranmore needed him to be, but in some of the bleaker moments, I could really have done with a chat with Malachy over a cup of tea and some biscuits.

Overall, this is a good end to a brilliant trilogy and I am excited to see what comes next from this author.

This is the 3rd book in the Storm Keeper trilogy and i loved this one just as much as the first 2.
Fionn Boyle has to come to terms with the fall out of rise of Morrigan but his magic seems to keep failing him. With the help of Sam, Tara and Shelby he needs to fight back against the darkness of Morrigan and her brothers,
Stunning, lyrical descriptions, exciting and elaborate friendships topped off with relatable snippets of 2021 thrown in for good measure this is the perfect ending to the trilogy and shows how different people can all come together when they need to. I adored this book and am grateful to Netgalley and Bloomsbury for the e-arc I was approved for.

I couldn’t wait to read this book. Absolutely love this series. The characters and the storyline were not a disappointment.
It’s amazing how authors come up with such magical reads to pull you into their world of imagination and this is one series I am glad to have picked up.
Who would have thought that weather is not just rain or sunshine...

The Storm Keepers' Battle is an epic finale to an amazing trilogy. Ancient battle has been brewing for a long time and finally comes to moment, where Fionn and the islanders of Arranmore has to face the ancient sorcerer Morrigan. It is brilliant adventure full of dangerous and heartfelt moments. What makes it particularly stunning is the tight-knit community of Arranmore and how such different characters come together in the face of danger and destruction.

I have praised Arranmore as magical setting and it continues to be surprising and breathtaking in the finale. I love how the characters continue to grow and their relationships deepen, particularly Fionn and Tara remembering what it is to be siblings. And of course, Fionn's close friendship with Sam and Shelby continues to be central for the story. It is good to see people supporting Fionn, who has to learn fast how to control his powers and take such huge responsibility of the upcoming battle. Fionn is one of my favourite middle grade protagonists, because he's so lovely.

I highly recommend Storm Keeper trilogy, because it is so magical and full of adventure - and the books keep getting better and better.

I've read and loved the previous two books in this trilogy and was delighted by this final installment.

Finn is now the Storm Keeper on Arranmore while Morrigan's power is growing so he is faced with the challenge of conquering his magic and uniting the islanders to work together to defeat her once and for all.

This is a fantastic middle-grade adventure that has some darkly dramatic moments but hope, family and friendship at the heart of it. Finn is an incredibly believable character as you see him wrestle with his own feelings of inadequacy, doubt in his powers but overwhelming urge to save the island he loves so much and honour the memory of his grandfather at the same time.

There are so many beautiful lines and passages in the book - I found myself bookmarking page after page to go back and re-read.

A really powerful story of family, hope and the power of believing in yourself. A magical end to the trilogy and I can't wait to see what Catherine Doyle writes next.

A brilliant final book in the series. I loved the nods to Celtic folklore and imagine children will be swept away by the final adventure.

What a great ending to this trilogy. I had previously read the last two books to my daughter in hard copy (one signed by the author), but she's a bit old for that now, so when I saw it on Netgalley, I had to request in case I didn't get another chance to finish off the series. so glad I did as thoroughly enjoyed the magic and the final battle, so thank you to Netgalley and Bloomsbury for the opportunity.

Fantastic writing by the author, I can really see this being studied at schools. Lots of descriptive writing and setting the scene, helps you imagine you are there too. I think it could work very well as a short series or film too.

Fantastic characters too, and great relationship between Fionn and his friends and family throughout the series.

My only drawback is that is is the final book in the series and you really do need to read the earlier books in order to fully enjoy the series, as the book really carries on directly from the last and you don't get an immediate reminder of who the characters are, so if you've not read them, you may be a little confused. Not really a book to be read as standalone, but if you're prepared to read them all, you're in for a real treat.

Another AMAZING book from an author who never fails to impress, Catherine Doyle. I have loved this series from book one when I was hooked into the adventures on this remote island, the descriptive writing just pulling me in and plonking me right in the middle of this beautiful adventure.
I found myself, once again, devouring this in a single sitting, breathless from clambering cliffs and crumbing stairways, almost able to feel the wind whipping my hair and my arms aching from joining in with Ffion, Tara and all the others in their battle to save the island and all who live on her. My heart ached for Rose and those who gave themselves selflessly to show us, the readers, the full power of love.
A book (and series) I will recommend over and over. Beautifully written and stunning to read.

Thank you to NetGalley and Bloomsbury for the ARC of The Storm Keepers' Battle!

I was really excited for this book, so was thrilled when NG accepted my request. I first discovered The Storm Keeper's Island in 2019. It was on sale on audible, and I had the joy of listening to it narrated by Patrick Moy. I have just re-listened to book one and two so I could flow in to book three with the full story swirling in my head like one of Fionn's storms.

The Storm Keepers' Battle is the epic finale to the Sotrm Keeper trilogy and it did not dissapoint. I have loved following Fionn Boyle's story right from the start, and he has remained a brave, heartwarming and relatable main character.

Catherine Doyle's writing is packed with wit, humour, action, tear-jerking moments, friendship, bravery, team work, and magic.

The magical journey we go on with Fionn on the island of Arranmore is a wild adventure. Fionn, the Storm Keeper, overflowing with the most powerful Storm Keeper magic seen in generations remains a relatable and humble teenager. We get to join Fionn is mastering his power, and learning to empathise with others. We see him face loss, and remember losses had. We laugh, cry, smile with Fionn. It is rare that I enjoy a main character so much, and he was simply a joy to read and extremely likeable.

There is more beautiful and mysterious magic and lore, and Doyle keeps you on the edge of your seat throughout. I comfortably read this book in one sitting- there wasn't a moment I wanted to put it down for later.

An imaginative tour de force provides a fitting end for the last book in the Storm Keeper Trilogy. It's an inventive cycle, pulling on traditional myths and stories, layering them with an exciting adventure story and warm characterisation of modern children.

I loved the setting, I want to visit Arranmore.

Highly recommend the trilogy to any child or adult who lives to dream. Magical storytelling.

Fionn, the storm keeper of Arranmore, and his friends face a desperate struggle to protect their island from the evil Morrigan and her growing powers. Believing they need to raise a long dormant sorcerer from the island, wise old Rose advises them to consult the Whispering Tree, which is hidden somewhere on the island. The answer they eventually receive is far from what they were expecting, and catapults the children and the rest of the islanders into an epic battle with Morrigan’s dark forces for the future of their island.
An enthralling and gripping adventure story, mythology and magic is set against the usual preoccupations of children: video games, sibling rivalry and friendship. It is also a celebration of the strength of the bond between siblings, unerring loyalty between friends, connection to the land, and of finding and believing in the strength that comes from within. I read and loved the first part of the trilogy a while ago, and ideally would have liked to have read the second book before this one as it took a while to work out what was going on. However, this finale to the series is an exciting and wonderfully entertaining read and I thoroughly enjoyed it.

This is the final book in Catherine Doyle's Storm Keeper trilogy. If you haven't read books one and two, start there. It's a wonderful, immersive trilogy that deserves to be read in order. Honestly, you'll get so much more from it by starting at the beginning!

Here we rejoin Fionn as Morrigan prepares to attack the island.

She's as dark, despicable and determined as ever, with a growing army of dead-eyed Soukstalkers, powerful magic and two fearsome brothers at her side.

Fionn meanwhile is grappling with grief and his role and responsibility as Arranmore's Storm Keeper, which - to put it tactfully - isn't going brilliantly; things look pretty bleak and pretty much everyone on the island would agree.

I love the dry bluntness of the opening chapters as we see the islanders' feelings about Fionn-as-Storm-Keeper-and-potential-saviour. They range from putting a brave face on to mild trepidation to disbelief to anger, but safe to say no one's feeling too optimistic.

Likewise, I love that plans fail. Things go awry. Mistakes are made. And blame is laid. It feels so much more believable and real than so many adventures when things just have a way of working out.

One of the things I really love about this series is the way it manages to be permanently pessimistic whilst still somehow conveying a sense of the very faintest hope.

Unlike much MG where hope is very much the light at the end of the tunnel, shining brightly, guiding the way; here it feels more like that first watery ray of sunshine following a storm, doggedly fighting a way through against the odds.

And this is a fair reflection of our reluctant hero Fionn too. I think Fionn is a brilliant character. Unsure, under pressure and feeling out of his depth, he nevertheless grits his teeth and tries his best. They say bravery is not being fearless but feeling fear and doing it anyway. Fionn the Brave indeed.

And his fabulous friends and family make for a fantastic supporting cast. I love the way this series is truly an island affair. Yes, it centres on Fionn, his immediate family and best friends, but it's a community effort to defeat Morrigan and its joyous to read.

The relationships depicted are true to life in their complexities; there's mixed feelings, bickering and falling out but there's a love and loyalty that outweighs it all. And this is the me safe that runs strongest through these books - one of friendship, of family, of community, of teamwork.

I've mentioned before that I love books in which the adults play more involved and supportive roles (rather than being absent, dead or incompetent) and this is something these books do BRILLIANTLY! Never overshadowing the children, they support them superbly.

Roisin in particular is a wonderfully curmudgeonly source of comfort and strength for Fionn and subtly takes over from his grandfather's role admirably without seeming to do so.

Being the final book in the trilogy, the brilliantly original magical systems and world are already firmly in place, making way for all the action.

And I mean it when I say all the action.

This isn't dubbed a Battle for nothing. It's fast-paced, relentless, tense and nerve-wracking. There are some blistering battle scenes written and some equally exciting twists, tricks and turns for both the better and the worse up the sleeve!

The time slip style of the magic in the books weaves it's way into the battle seamlessly and works SO well, as does the use of and legend, folklore and ancient island figures and tales.

Catherine's knowledge and love of both Ireland and this island in particular shine through in her ability to create a setting so ruggedly real we're balancing precariously on clifftops and taking a battering from the sea right along with the characters.

Steeped in history, packed with adventure, crackling with magic, nestled in nature, sprayed with the sea and full to bursting with family and friends, this is a glorious end to a glorious trilogy.

he Storm Keepers’ Battle is the action-packed, emotional conclusion to Catherine Doyle’s Storm Keeper Trilogy. This brilliant middle grade fantasy will carry readers away on an exciting adventure through wind, waves and the magic of memories.

The island of Arranmore off the west coast of Ireland is bursting with magic. Good and evil have long battled for control of this beautiful land. Fionn Boyle has inherited the role of Storm Keeper – protector of the island – and it is up to him to defeat the evil Morrigan once and for all.

This is a story about discovering who you are truly meant to be. Fionn must find the confidence and courage to rally the people of Arranmore and lead them in the greatest challenge of their lives. The trouble is, he doesn’t think he can do it. He needs to be a superhero when he feels like he’s anything but. As he moves closer to the final battle, his confidence grows. He has no choice but to step up and be brave. The stakes are high and there is no time to waste.

The relationships between Fionn and his faithful sidekicks, Sam and Shelby, and his trying big sister, Tara, are so real. Their banter, good humour and genuine care for each other leap off the page. There is no doubt that they would do anything for each other. This is not a battle Fionn can win on his own. Friendship, family, community and trust are essential to carry them through.

The most precious thing about this series is Fionn’s relationship with his grandfather, Malachi – the Storm Keeper who came before him. His love, wisdom and lessons about the importance of family and holding tightly to memories of the past are what Fionn must rely on as he steps up to lead the island. He realises he doesn’t have to be perfect to be a hero, he just needs to believe.

Thank you to Bloomsbury’s Children’s Books for this exciting book!