The House of Gaian

This is the conclusion of the series, and it is epic. The Hunter and the Huntress have been revealed and are ready for their battle with the Inquisitors and the Eastern barons. This is a pretty big cast of characters, and Ms. Bishop manages to provide satisfying, if sometimes sad, endings for all. The bratty twins get their comeuppance, Morag saves those she loves, even if it's horrifying, and the rest of the Fae, Small Folk, witches, and humans gather in the Mother's Hills for a last stand against the army of the Black Coats.
There is so much to think about here. There's one big reveal about the origins of the Inquisitors that broke my heart, no matter how evil they are. And they are, especially the Witch's Hammer. Fae, witches, and show more humans learn to live together with some interesting reveals about the House of Gaian.
I'm glad I reread this series. It has some interesting parallels to what's happening in the world today and the role of women. show less

I enjoyed this series, although not as much as The Black Jewel series. I have to admit, I was not exactly thrilled with the character development of Lucian and Diana. In the beginning, they seemed childish and selfish, but with hopes of redemption and learning. Instead, they turned even more awful. I was glad to see the balancing out with a "bad" witch (Jean) but honestly, her appearance seemed to be rather formulaic. Morag and her transformation were a wonderful plot twist. Overall, I'd give it three stars.

I enjoyed this series, although not as much as The Black Jewel series. I have to admit, I was not exactly thrilled with the character development of Lucian and Diana. In the beginning, they seemed childish and selfish, but with hopes of redemption and learning. Instead, they turned even more awful. I was glad to see the balancing out with a "bad" witch (Jean) but honestly, her appearance seemed to be rather formulaic. Morag and her transformation were a wonderful plot twist. Overall, I'd give it three stars.

Ann Bishop’s Tir Alainn trilogy is neatly wrapped up in this third installment. The House of Gaian brings back all the major players from the previous two installments. Diana the Lady of the Moon has been rejected by the essence of her power and a new Lady of the Moon has been chosen. One who will fight the inquisitors to her last breath. She is joined by the Huntress, Muse, Bard and the Gatherer in a final push to drive out the inquisitors and restore magic to the land. The Fae are forced by the Huntress and Lady of the Moon to take ownership of their actions in the human realm and fight to protect the witches they have taken for granted for so long. But Master Inquisitor’s evil is growing and even the combined forces of the Fae, show more witches and humans in the West may not be enough to stop him from destroying the female aspect of magic and condemning all women and those who love them to servitude or death. show less

Absolutely glorious ending to a fantastic trilogy. Her words are beautiful. Her imagery is so poetic and lovely. Defiantely this is one of my favorite books. Personally I think it's the best in the trilogy.

The conclusion of the Tir Alainn Trilogy. With the Hunter beside them and the Gatherer riding along, the Bard and the Muse are attempting to rally the Fae to defend the witches and save the Old Places that provide Tir Alainn with an earthly connection. But they may have awakened more than they know. The Huntress Dianna has lost her position as the Lady of the Moon, and a new Huntress walks among them. Will her power rend their alliance asunder? Or will it rally the Fae enough to defeat teh armies the Master Inquisitor is sending against them. Read and find out!

I wouldn't recommend starting with this installment, but if you start at the beginning, it's definitely worthwhile.

I usually love Anne Bishop but this series just does not work for me at all. I find the story confusing and sort of boring and I cannot relate to the characters at all. I feel like this series gets worse as it progresses.