*The Rising* by Jo Riccioni is a gripping and emotional finale to the *Branded Season* duology. Nara and Osha, twin sisters bound by their powers and their past, must navigate the dangerous Shadow City as enemies close in from all sides. With tensions running high and the prophecy surrounding Osha sparking chaos, the stakes couldn’t be higher.

This book is packed with action, intrigue, and heart, as Nara wrestles with love, loyalty, and her own identity. The relationships are raw and complex, the world-building is immersive, and the twists keep you on edge until the very last page. A stunning conclusion that will leave fans of the series deeply satisfied.

this book felt rushed I feel there should be another book within the series. the book got very predictable and the I feel as if the battle scenes were not long enough. but the world building was great, the banter was brilliant and I loved the characters.

I still really enjoyed the book, I just feel the third book in the series was needed and would have made a whole load of difference.