Starfolk Rising, the concluding chapter of the trilogy, takes all the threads of the previous books and weaves them into a grand tapestry of resolution, revelation, and transformation. This novel is not only about the love between Beth and Jonan but also the cosmic forces that have shaped their destinies. As their story reaches its climax, Dunlop takes readers on a journey that is both epic in scale and deeply personal. Beth’s transformation into a fully realised psychic force is one of the novel’s key triumphs. Her character, who started the series as a woman discovering her abilities, now stands in her full power, confronting both her internal struggles and the external threats to her love and life. Jonan, too, faces his ultimate reckoning, as he battles not only the forces that seek to destroy his connection to Beth but also the echoes of his many past lives. Their relationship, built on centuries of longing and loss, is a beacon of hope amid the chaos, yet it is also fragile, and Dunlop doesn’t shy away from exploring the complexities of their bond. Amelia, who has been a shadowy antagonist throughout the trilogy, comes into her own in Starfolk Rising. Dunlop brilliantly fleshes out her character, making her more than a simple villain. Her motivations are rooted in a deep emotional history, making her a tragic and relatable figure despite her dark actions. This complexity adds emotional weight to the final showdown between her and the lovers, as readers come to understand the depth of her obsession and pain.

Starfolk Rising is the final book in the trilogy and it most certainly is a perfect, if emotional, ending. Continuing right on from book two I was constantly on the edge of my seat waiting to see what would happen next. I want to say this can be read as an urban fantasy romance with amazing characters and plot but a lot deeper than that I adore how Dunlop highlights the cult of celebrity, well and general influences and how they can turn people against each other and create an almost army willing to do whatever their ‘leader’ asks. I believe this is something that is necessary now more than ever. You only need to look at some, such as those who used to write children’s fiction, seeming to create fear and hatred without knowing all the facts. In this sense I still liked Amelia, as an antagonist. She shows how to manipulate and while she knows what she is doing is wrong, perhaps deep down, she cannot stop herself. I have to say I think Dunlop highlights this perfectly, frighteningly actually. But it also works in the story as general. Speaking of the story I adored we got more ‘powers’ for the characters and more exploration of them. I adored how the trilogy ended, although I would love to continue to follow Beth and Jonan and their found family but I think for me it ended perfectly as well. There were some shocking bits in this one (no spoilers) but it most definitely was a rollercoaster of emotion. The writing once again is easy to get immersed in and suits the tone and genre of the novel so well. All in all I cannot recommend this one enough. It is perfect for fans of urban fantasy, romance fantasy, and those who are interested in looking into the genre as well. If you enjoy novels or series like The Lost Gods by Jane Frkovich you will love this one.