4.5 Stars

If you have not started this series or are waffling about finishing it, don't. It has everything you could want in a great story - action, love, devastation, redemption. Oh no doubt you'll have palpations, you'll most likely cry, you'll definitely be angry and outraged and horrified. But as I've said before, this is also one of the smartest series I've ever read too. Rich story telling, grand love, gruesome violence, genius humor, and that ever so present harsh reality that never, ever pulled its punches.

Speed is amazing at such great snark, with insightful peeks into human nature and the psyches of all her characters - each having many layers for you to discover. Is it perfect? No. But this was so fucking full of cynical sarcasm and wit - the truth hurts but man does Speed make you think on it and see it in a new light.

So in reference to the title - this does commemorate the life and times of Roan. He's done what he can, he's reconciled quite a few issues, and he's definitely left his mark on all those having the honor, or misfortune, to come in contact with him. I admit I'm a bit lost, waffling between sadness and relief at this bittersweet ending. I only hope to come across this amazing character in future works, and of course see him being the happiest typical asshole, ex-batman, bastard that he is.

Thank you Otila, Rosa, Sheri and Sofia for this final round! Drinks on me! ( )

I feel like it's the end of an era. But a fitting end none the less. Roan has been through so much and Dylan deserves to have his husband focussed on him rather than always being at everyone's beck and call. It's a fitting end, but I'll admit I will miss Roan and Dylan (and their odd band of friends, lol).

I've loved this series with all the ups and downs. Andrea Speed has taken us on a rollercoaster ride over all the books. There have been dizzying heights and terrifying lows. It takes true talent to be able to tell such an epic story with characters that break any mould you can think of. ( )