A Captivating Tale of Love and Immortality

The captivating and exquisitely written book Death the final installment of The Four Horsemen series by Laura Thalassa delves into the depths of love, immortality, and the lengths one will go to in order to protect those they care about. The surprising and deeply nuanced character of Thanatos, often known as Death, lies at the center of Thalassa's captivating story.



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Opinion

Thalassa immerses us in a universe where death and immortality collide right away, and the mysterious character of Thanatos plays a key role in the drama that develops. The character of Death, who is surprisingly deep and multifaceted, is what makes this work unique. He shows up as a complex person/deity who struggles with both his responsibilities and the unexpected feelings that Lazarus Gaumond evokes in him, rather than being a clichéd depiction of Death.

Thanatos' emotional journey is a highlight of the work. Despite his immortality, Thalassa expertly navigates the complexities of his personal issues, making him a realistic and sympathetic character. His battle with the idea of abandoning his duty, particularly for someone as compelling as Lazarus Gaumond, provides a dimension of depth to the plot that keeps the reader engaged and emotionally invested.

The female protagonist, Lazarus Gaumond, is as engaging. Her character is not a helpless damsel in distress, but rather a powerful and independent woman who confronts Thanatos in surprising ways. The two characters‘ attraction is evident, and their blossoming relationship lends a dimension of drama and passion to the overall reading experience.

Thalassa’s poetry of Death is lush and lyrical, conjuring up vivid images of both the immortal and mortal existences. The pacing is fantastic, with twists and turns that keep the reader turning pages with bated breath. The author’s ability to mix strong action scenes with emotional depth adds to the narrative’s overall richness.

Conclusion

In the end, Death is a five-star series finale that flawlessly blends fantasy, romance, and the supernatural. Laura Thalassa has created a universe and characters that will stay with the reader long after the last page is turned. If you’re looking for a book that not only defies established stereotypes but also touches your heart, Death is a must-read.


This review was first published at The Art of Reading. ( )

I have really enjoyed this series, however, Death is definitely my favorite. Not just because I enjoy the juxtaposition of life and death as lovers, but readers get to see the characters from the previous books in this installment. We get to see the kindest horseman, Pestilence (aka Victor), again, and I also mentioned in my review of Famine that I felt like the Reaper had so much more potential for character growth, and in Death he gets to see more goodness in humanity, and he learns to love other humans as a whole, not just Ana. Also, the brothers are amazing together. I love how the relationship was showcased in this last book.

Lastly, Thanatos and Lazarus were so sweet. They made me sigh, laugh, and cry (sad tears and happy ones). I think they were my favorite couple of the series. They rank very close with Pestilence and Sara. Pestilence and Thanatos had similar naivety when it comes to humans and their behaviors, which made the two characters endearing.

All four stories came together wonderfully for an epic ending.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an advanced reader’s copy of Death! It was so good!
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Intense

This book was so intense that I had to take breaks and remember to breathe. I'm not sure I can describe it any other way.

I am sad that this was the last book but I am sure Laura Thalassa will come up with something just as extraordinary as this series was. I'm looking forward to it. ( )

What can I say, I got sucked into this world and I liked dark, brooding Death. This was a great ending to the series.

The best scenes in the book were honestly when the other 3 horsemen were in the scenes. The dynamic was hilarious.

I also really enjoyed the dynamic between Death and Lazarus. Obviously by this point we know how it has to go, but I was intrigued that Death so readily admitted his attraction despite watching his brothers do it 3 times and had to convince Lazarus to give in. Lazarus being unable to die added in this concept of not having to choose between her love and ending humanity, so I was constantly engaged to find out what choices Death would make. Of course he did have to choose between her and humanity in the end, but it was more intriguing with Death. ( )

This is the kind of comfort book I needed today.
I loved it. We all know how the story will go but I liked 4 things enough to highlight them:
1. The chase
2. The flirting by Death
3. Seeing all the horseman
4. Famine's sarcasm ( )