Flashback (7) (Keeper of the Lost Cities) Paperback – October 8, 2019

Interesting book

Flashback (7) in the Keeper of the Lost Cities series is an absolute masterpiece that exceeded all my expectations! Shannon Messenger has once again delivered a gripping and magical story that kept me on the edge of my seat from beginning to end.The characters continue to grow and evolve in fascinating ways. Sophie, in particular, shines brighter than ever as she faces incredible challenges and makes tough decisions that test her courage and strength. The dynamics between the characters are rich and complex, making their relationships feel incredibly real and relatable.The plot is full of unexpected twists and turns, keeping readers guessing and eagerly turning pages. The world-building is exquisite, with vivid descriptions that make the Lost Cities come alive. Messenger's writing style is engaging and fluid, making it easy to get lost in the enchanting world she has created.One of the standout aspects of Flashback is the emotional depth. The book explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and the struggle between good and evil with such nuance and sensitivity. I found myself deeply invested in the characters' journeys, feeling their triumphs and heartaches as if they were my own.Overall, Flashback (7) is a must-read for fans of the series and newcomers alike. It combines heart-pounding action, heartfelt moments, and magical adventures into a compelling story that is impossible to put down. Shannon Messenger has truly outdone herself with this installment, and I can't wait to see where the story goes next! Five stars all the way!

So yes, we all know that this series is getting really long already. FLASHBACK is the seventh book. Some people have decided to give up on Shannon Messenger and stop reading it altogether-- which they can choose to do quite easily, since these books are always released a year apart-- but I'm still waiting for Sophie's story. Even if it will have to take an eighth and a ninth installment (which the author did admit to certainty).But come on-- the elvin world is so rich and layered and multifaceted that I have no problem spending some time on reading about it. Yes, there were cliffhangers. Yes, there was an insufferably complicated love triangle-that-became-a-hexagon. Yes, there were so. Many. Unanswered. Questions.... Actually, there still are.However. Reading this made me incomprehensibly ecstatic because the romance finally PROGRESSED. And I loved it so much! And also, even though about a third of the book is confined to the Healing Center at Foxfire (well, I mean, it wasn't bad seeing Elwin again), there was still plenty of progress made on the team. Except for the fact that DexBianaWylieLinhandMarella were seen very, very little. Although it's slightly forgivable because FitzandKeefeandTam were seen a little more. EVEN THOUGH YOU ALL KNOW I WANT MORE DEX.We learned some preeeetttyyyy surprising secrets too, in this book, and yes, the Vacker family plays a huge role in this book. The Vacker family and memory. Also, the Vacker family official portait by Laura Hollingsworth does make an honorable mention in one of the scenes!So, yeah. Waiting an entire year for an 848-page-long, eleven-dollar book was totally worth it in my opinion. And now... I'll play around while I wonder what next year's book will be...

Oh that ending! I mean, that's just....wow! Now I have to go download the next book becausebecause that twist just changed everything!

Big and lightweight. Good for teens who like to carry a lot of stuff.My teen loves it!

This book came in an overall good condition. I requested a used copy and was expecting it to be heavily damaged, however, it exceeded my expectations. The wait time was a lil long but it was to be expected from where it was shipped from.

My son (age 10-12 when he was reading them, I think) loved them all.

Good clean reading. This series has adventure, comedy, mystery and more. I love it!