Review: "Currents of War" is an outstanding book in a marvelous series by Zoe Saadia
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 05 13, 2013
"Currents of War" by Zoe Saadia is the fourth book in the Rise of the Aztec Series. Having read the previous three, my expectations were very high for this book. If possible, Ms. Saadia exceeded my expectations for this book.The story picks up with a continuing and never-ending power struggle. The Aztecs, Texocos and the Tepanecs are all jockeying for power, with brutality and deception at every turn. The boy Emperor of "The Emperor's Second Wife" is now a young man, but his position is no less challenging, as enemies within and without plot his downfall. His friend, his dead father's former wife, the star of the third book of the series, is now the young Emperor's wife and perhaps the most powerful person in this Aztec stronghold. The Highlander, Kuini, is still the great free spirit, which means trouble follows him like thunder does lightning. Coyotl works to reclaim that kingdom and power that was taken from his careless father earlier in the series. The old Tepanec is as charismatic and cunning as ever. One of his wives emerges delightfully in this story. All the primary characters from the past appear, one by one, to play out the drama of this fourth and final book in the series.I was also struck by a few other things. The Highlander's father does not even appear directly in this book, but the discussions about him illustrate a magnificent and wise man. I also found the new generation coming up to be intriguing, no doubt setting the groundwork for the future. It was also delightful to see Dehe emerge as a major character in this story. She is the Highlander's wife and always has had to play second fiddle to his affections that seemed primarily directed towards the one woman that she could not compete with.My only complaint about this book is that it is the last one in the series. I have enjoyed this series very much and do not like seeing it end. I do, however, look forward to Ms. Saadia's next series."Currents of War" and the Rise of the Highlander Series earns Five Stars. Zoe Saadia is further evidence of the undeniable talent within the Indie community.