I was influenced by the very good words and bought it... I am in the middle of the first book but I am sure it will continue like this... I am a fan of epic fantasy and I have read all the books by Joe Abercrombie... if I compare the writing of these two on a fantasy level, I conclude that women really cannot write epic fantasy scenes without making it a harlequin... I gave 2/5 stars for this constant romanticism... for example, when they are fighting and you think, okay, it's going well or at some suspenseful point, the protagonist suddenly gets hormonal, she doesn't want to feel this way but he smells so good, the bastard smells like citrus and jasmine, and he's bad but his dark lock of hair falls on his hard face casting a shadow on his hard blue-green eyes and it excites me... what am I reading, guys? I wanted to read a fantasy book with dragons, battles, slaughters and violence and I am CONSTANTLY reading (not just for a few chapters) about a horny girl who likes bad boys but shouldn't... oh Abercrombie, you are light years ahead, man... I was really disgusted, it's like the book was written by a woman exclusively for women and it should be released as a harlequin pocketbook, Fifty Shades of Dragon

The Deluxe Edition is excellent. Beautiful and well-crafted. The quality of the work itself is good, not something exceptional or original, but definitely well-written and with interesting characters. On the negative side, there are too many clichés and some excessive descriptions.

5/5 or otherwise infinite stars for THE BEST BOOK EVER

A romantasy like no other, full of dragons that bond with dragon riders, political intrigue, plot twists, incredible found family, and of course the no1 book boyfriend: Xaden Rioson!

This is a book with fantastic content and dragons and is part of the highly anticipated Empyrean pentalogy. Violet, all her life, has been preparing to become a scribe on Conscription day at the age of 20, unlike her siblings and mother who are successful dragon riders and can harness magic to protect the continent and the kingdom. Violet believes she is too sensitive and fragile to enter the Riders' war school, but her mother has other plans, so she goes through the trials and survives, reaching the school where she will be trained to become the strongest Rider or die trying. Each Rider has their own dragon and their own unique magic signet. There, she meets Xaden, her wingleader commander and deadly enemy, as he is the son of the rebel who tried to threaten the peace of the Kingdom, killed her brother, and was sentenced to death as a traitor, while Xaden and the children of all the rebels were marked to stand out and made a deal to enter the riders' school and serve their homeland, if they survive. The book is incredibly well written to the point that every single page counts and has so much to tell you. The dialogues are very clever and flow very pleasantly, while the characters, especially the dragons about whom we learn a lot, are some of the best characters in the book. The whole book has Divergent, Maze Runner, a bit of Harry Potter vibes and I loved it! Honestly, I can't recommend it enough, even to those who don't read fantasy, it will enchant them!

english short review (2nd read)
Oh my gosh! How is this book even better (I know it's not possible it's infinite stars already) the second time I read it? Like I am here kicking my feet, giggling, screaming and crying over my beloved characters, the badass dragons and the amazing plot! For what it's worth, thank you Rebecca for this masterpiece

Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros is one of those books that kept me hooked from the first to the last page. It is a novel that belongs to the romantasy genre – a combination of fantasy and romance – and is mainly aimed at adult and young adult readers who love intense emotions, magic, and epic action. The story takes place in a harsh and dangerous world, where only the bravest manage to survive. The protagonist is Violet Sorrengail, a young woman who, although she grew up dreaming of becoming a scribe, is forced by her general mother to join the elite and dangerous Riders’ Quadrant at the renowned Basgiath War College. There, life is a constant battle not only for survival but also for recognition.
What really makes the book stand out for me is Violet herself. She is a character who combines fragility with inner strength. Despite her weaknesses, which the system considers "flaws," she insists on fighting, questioning, and trying. She is incredibly smart, observant, and constantly evolving, without losing her sensitivity. Her relationship with Xaden, a mysterious and dark dragon rider, is full of tension, emotional ups and downs, and chemistry that makes you not want to stop reading.
The world of Fourth Wing is harsh but enchanting. Full of political intrigue, betrayals, sacrifices, and conflicts that keep the suspense high. The action scenes are well-written and intense, while the quieter, emotional moments have real depth and never feel superficial or forced. I really liked how the book touches on themes such as resilience, self-belief, and the value of personal choices, even when everything around you seems to be falling apart.
Overall, Fourth Wing was a reading experience that left me excited, moved, and completely addicted. If you love stories with dragons, magic, dynamic female characters, and breathtaking romance, then this book definitely deserves a place on your list.
P.S.: Let’s mention how beautiful the book is, especially in Greek, and how unique its deluxe edition is.