Flashback (Keeper of the Lost Cities)

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!

I started reading this series just to see how it is a few months ago, but I got so invested into it that I’m already on book 8! Flashback is so interesting and intriguing and really, you never know what’s next. Shannon Messenger is such a great author. I can’t wait to read the rest of the books!

My classmates and I really love this series. My mum convinced me to read it and once I started I couldn’t stop. I’m moving on to book 8!!

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Letting my daughter write this: I am 12 years old. I’m a huge fan of Shannon’s writing, and had a count down until the book to come out starting at 280 days. I couldn’t wait for it to arrive! I fell in love with the book, like all her other writings, and couldn’t put the book down!! The way it started was nice. I loved how there was action starting at chapter 6!! It was really great! Some parts seemed to drag on but overall it was amazing!!! Nothing to complain about in this amazing book(even though my favorite couple wasn’t mentioned a lot , I still love my girl Sophie!!) Let’s just say this book is AMAZING!! KOTLC is the best series I’ve ever read. I’ve re-read it 6 times and still can’t put the book down!! So if you read this long dragged on review,(I thank you if so!) the main point is this series is amazing and nothing can beat it!!!

There's so much to love about this series. It's funny smart, immersive, thought-provoking, and even romantic in a tweenage kind of way. The many different creatures and magical powers are captivating and detailed. It's so fun to explore this world. I absolutely love how mental magic is handled. The process of infiltrating, exploring, and damaging other people's minds is explored more intricately in this book than pretty much any other fantasy series I've read. The action is also a whole lot of fun, and Sophie Foster is impossible to dislike, even if she is the most special person in the universe. She's just so kind and insecure and doggedly determined to be good that you can't help but feel for her. She's a sweetheart. Shannon Messenger also has one that special gift that some authors have, and she's only gotten better at it: she compels you to keep reading. I gobbled this book down, eager to get answers to my million questions. Which brings me to my biggest complaint: So. Many. Unanswered. Questions. Can't really explain without getting too spoilery, but Messenger has been dragging out about a dozen plot threads for yeaaaaaars. She's great at tantalizing hints, but I don't want this series to end up like a TV show with too many seasons. It was actually kind of nice to see more progress on the romantic side of the story, even if it wasn't really the relationship I'd prefer. But in terms of the main plot, things have a way of reversing themselves so many times they just go back to the status quo. I'd love to see more development, more answers, and a better view of the finish line (which I'm sure will be amazing.)

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...

Interesting book

The book is really but the cover was folded from th corner:)

reading this book was a rollercoaster!from happy to sad to angry to happy again!the cliffhanger though was truly evil.i do recommend reading the books in order, this one was definitely one of my favourites, wether it be for the amazing character improvements or for something else!I recommend<3

A few minor folds and dents around the cover and it is not wrapped in plastic protection ike other bookstores online do. I recommend box for packing books not the typical amazon plastic bubble wrap packaging. But over all its alright

Classic book, good series for kids

Mi hija de 14 años está enganchada a esta saga. Les ha leído en inglés y la han encantado