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Foreign Grid Tigerstar was responsible for his actions as we all are, fifty-fifty though he was influenced. All the 'evil men' of history were influenced by others. Perha…more Tigerstar was responsible for his actions equally we all are, even though he was influenced. All the 'evil men' of history were influenced past others. Mayhap a father who taught them how to exist greedy or a group of people who, past attacking that person, taught them to be ruthless, and so forth. Does that make the actions or the conscience of a person any more clear? No. The effects of nurture are something that can exist overcome in reality so long as a person is not isolated from examples of what is good.

Did he justify his actions? Aye. Were the justifications logical? Perhaps in i sense.
Only the ends don't justify the means.
The 'evil men' of our world don't ever recall they are doing evil, surprisingly. That's how evil works and that's how it seduces. It tries to justify everything for the sake of one'south unchecked desires and impulses.

So is Tigerstar evil?
I think Tigerstar did a lot of evil things and succumbed to the evil tyrannical side we all accept. If only the power was coalesced in OUR hands so the earth would be a ameliorate place.
This concept of evil rationalized is meliorate defined by Machiavelli in his book The Prince which was one of the first famous books that made fashion for the present day philosophies of modern politics. (The backstabbing and corrupt kind)
Machiavelli states that excellence can merely be achieved when a leader learns to exist both skilful and bad, which in reality creates a gollum like split personality. Machiavelli praises tyrants for creating a unified state by committing several human rights violations and murders, because information technology is ameliorate (in his logic) that the land be maintained and expand rather than to serve the people (which is technically what a leader is supposed to do.

To improve clarify the significance of this, information technology is important to also remember the illustration of the One Ring in LoR. While initially people who came in contact with the ring might accept not been evil per se, their actions with regard to how they first obtained the ring to how they would later on use the ring determined their level of bondage to Sauron, or evil. On one farthermost we have Gollum, and on the other is Sam Gamgee. Sam refused to give into the rings temptation even after he used it through his own will and humility, Gollum on the other hand, killed for the band.

Tigerstar would accept been one who felt the temptations of the band and accepted information technology without likewise much struggle. Perhaps it was due to bad formation, yep. But that does not change what he became later on.

Once again, was Tigerstar evil?

He certainly mimicked evil through his actions, that at least is certain.

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Kiwi_^^ Firestar'due south father was actually a kitty pet chosen Jake who met Talltail (currently Tallstar at present) on his "adventure". Talltail (Tallstar) actually did …more Firestar's male parent was actually a kitty pet chosen Jake who met Talltail (currently Tallstar now) on his "adventure". Talltail (Tallstar) actually did invite Jake to join him in his association simply Jake thinks Kittypet life is more suited for him. So, with no other choice, the ii all-time friends was separated. Years later, when Tallstar saw Fireheart, he immediately knew who his father was due to his similarity in looks. This also explains the kind gestures Tallstar has been to Firestar.
Hence, the male parent of Firestar is a Kittypet called Jake who is currently unknown to united states readers.
Tigerstar plant out most the dogs through the leader of Bloodclan, Scourge, who is likewise (so called) the leader of the twoleg place. Personally, I'g guessing he led the dogs to the cave using preys that he caught like Rabbits as it seems to be the biggest amidst all the preys cats eats. He than kept the dog hidden in the cave and fed them with a rabbit everyday. Until the time was set, he kept himself hidden but at the aforementioned time, fed the dogs in the least amount of prey to make them hungry so that they volition hunt Thunderclan in a more ferocious way. When the mean solar day comes, he than caught lots of rabbits to lead a trail from the cave to Thunderclan when the dogs was Asleep. Than, discover an unexpected Thunderclan cat to end off the trail of "preys" for the dogs.
So to terminate it off, Tigerclaw had hid himself from the dogs merely also at the same fourth dimension, used the dogs.

I hope it isn't too much simply I promise this informations will exist useful. :)(less)

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Apr x, 2012 Bree rated it it was amazing

Until I'g old and gray, I will e'er champion the Warriors series equally one of my all-time favorites, despite the fact that the first volume wasn't published until I was 23 and they are supposedly written for 8-yr-olds.

If you aren't familiar, the Warriors books follow four clans of what we would call feral cats that battle each other, and sometimes work together towards common enemies (two-legs, dogs, rogue cats, etc.). The first arch begins when a kittypet (firm cat) is recruited into Thundercla

Until I'yard old and grayness, I will always champion the Warriors serial as one of my best favorites, despite the fact that the first book wasn't published until I was 23 and they are supposedly written for 8-twelvemonth-olds.

If you aren't familiar, the Warriors books follow four clans of what we would call feral cats that boxing each other, and sometimes work together towards mutual enemies (two-legs, dogs, rogue cats, etc.). The first curvation begins when a kittypet (house cat) is recruited into Thunderclan by their leader, Bluestar, subsequently getting himself in a predicament due to his marvel leading him out of his abode and into the untamed forest. It takes a long time for the clan to have him equally a true warrior (and some never do), and the term "kittypet" is thrown around like the harshest of all slurs. Fireheart (as he is come to be known) does railroad train to become a Warrior, however, and by the end of the fifth volume, he is Bluestar'due south deputy and chief consultant.

The Darkest Hr is the final chapter in the offset story arch of the Warriors. It sees our primary protagonist, Fireheart, facing everything he has feared, too as dreamed, all at in one case, in a serious shitstorm that he has to navigate non just for himself, but for all of Thunderclan as well. A final battle with Tigerstar turns out very unexpectedly, and a new menace makes itself known in the forest.

The writing of Erin Hunter (who is actually four different authors writing together) is sublime. The fights betwixt cats are harsh and brutal (the amount of violence at times makes me question how these books could exist for small children) and the characterization of the clan cats is then deeply intricate and believable that you lot tin can't help but care for them on an intense, emotional level.

Later on finishing The Darkest Hour, I institute myself crushed that my time with Fireheart had ended (the other archs deal with different cats), but I know that he is a character that has forever left a mark on my literary soul.

The Warriors serial is a stiff reminder that one should NEVER gauge a book by it'southward classification in the library/bookstore.

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Jun 03, 2014 ☣Lynn☣ rated information technology it was amazing

And then glad I decided to reread these books finally. Loved them but as much as I did when I was younger. Gonna become ahead and read the next series.

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I seriously need to reread these books again. I haven't read them in a good ten or so years. These were right up in that location with Harry Potter.

Scourge is one of my favorites. You tin can't help but dear him, even though he'due south a bit evil. ;)

Then glad I decided to reread these books finally. Loved them merely as much as I did when I was younger. Gonna become ahead and read the next serial.

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I seriously need to reread these books again. I haven't read them in a expert 10 or so years. These were right upward there with Harry Potter.

Scourge is one of my favorites. You can't help but love him, even though he's a scrap evil. ;)

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Dec 29, 2008 Brooklyn rated information technology information technology was amazing

This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click hither. This book contains lots of action, and some romance. Bluestar has only lost the last of her nine lives and now Firestar is leader of ThunderClan, now that he has a solitary den his relationship with his association-mate, Sandstorm, can disappear easily. Only many more than problems are coming to the forest. Now Tigerstar has combined ShadowClan with RiverClan to create TigerClan and is trying to get ThunderClan and WindClan to bring together TigerClan. Since both of the two clans refused, Tigerstar is forced to get a This book contains lots of action, and some romance. Bluestar has just lost the last of her nine lives and now Firestar is leader of ThunderClan, now that he has a solitary den his relationship with his association-mate, Sandstorm, tin disappear easily. Just many more problems are coming to the woods. Now Tigerstar has combined ShadowClan with RiverClan to create TigerClan and is trying to go ThunderClan and WindClan to join TigerClan. Since both of the two clans refused, Tigerstar is forced to become a clan of rouges to help him accept over the forest. When the new association is introduced Firestar tells the leader, Scourge, of Tigerstar'south treachery. As furious as any true cat could be Scourge killed Tigerstar with a swipe of his claw. Well to much said already...Bye!!! ...more

Well, this was the wrap up of the first series effectually the Warrior Cats. Okay, y'all can say that I'm 'to one-time' to read them, but I don't intendance. I mean, there are cats in information technology! Sure, it'southward written for children around ten, only as an adult yous get carried away in the adventures of Firestart and his Thunderclan. All the books are written with a loftier footstep and adventures that keeps yous on your toes, but I was actually looking frontward to the ultimate confrontation betwixt Firestar and Tigerstar. Well, I'thou non go Well, this was the wrap upwards of the first serial around the Warrior Cats. Okay, you tin can say that I'm 'to old' to read them, but I don't care. I mean, at that place are cats in it! Sure, it's written for children around 10, but as an adult you get carried away in the adventures of Firestart and his Thunderclan. All the books are written with a high pace and adventures that keeps yous on your toes, but I was really looking forward to the ultimate confrontation betwixt Firestar and Tigerstar. Well, I'1000 not going to spoil it, simply did that took a turn!
Of course Firestar needs to deal with tough decisions and responsablities regarding his leadership, just he's a tough cookie!
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Mar 22, 2008 Alison rated information technology it was astonishing

Oh.My.Gosh. This book was astonishing. The warriors series is good, and the ending of the first sereis was surprising and action-filled. Thumbs upwardly!

Sep 01, 2008 Samuel rated information technology really liked it

This book was great to read! Information technology is part of the series WARRIOR Cats. In this book Firestar, starting out as a pampered house cat becomes leader of ThunderClan, and the time has come for him and his clan to fight a life or death battle for the future of the forest.
This Book was written by Erin Hunter. I really bask the way she writes, because she makes it seem as if y'all were in the story yourself, and even though it is all made upward fantasy, she makes it seem equally if it could actually happen in rea This volume was nifty to read! It is part of the series WARRIOR Cats. In this book Firestar, starting out as a pampered house cat becomes leader of ThunderClan, and the time has come up for him and his clan to fight a life or death boxing for the future of the woods.
This Book was written by Erin Hunter. I really enjoy the way she writes, considering she makes it seem every bit if you were in the story yourself, and even though it is all made up fantasy, she makes it seem every bit if information technology could actually happen in real life. That ...more

May 23, 2008 Domofudge rated information technology it was astonishing

This book contains suspense, activeness, and is a true epic. The Warriors serial itself is a magnificent gamble. In this book specifically, information technology has alot of action and unexpected surprizes, y'all can inappreciably stop reading considering nomatter where y'all finish you want to read more than.

I'yard pretty much over this series. It went on at least 2 books besides many. Very repetitive with ridiculous improbable things always happening. Meh... I really liked the first 3 books though. I'm pretty much over this series. It went on at to the lowest degree ii books too many. Very repetitive with ridiculous improbable things always happening. Meh... I actually liked the outset iii books though. ...more

Sep 21, 2011 Luke Baldock rated information technology it was amazing

The grand finale to the epic serial. Well, at least the first series of books. I was disappointed past the last book, mostly because information technology revolved effectually a mystery that the readers knew the reply to from the first. This fourth dimension it was done much better. The prologue has Tigerstar meeting a association of cats from Twoleg place. This isn't planned as a mystery, and as such it puts u.s. into a position where we know more the characters. They know something bad is coming, we know a little more, only information technology sti The grand finale to the epic serial. Well, at least the first serial of books. I was disappointed by the last volume, mostly because it revolved around a mystery that the readers knew the answer to from the offset. This time it was done much better. The prologue has Tigerstar meeting a clan of cats from Twoleg identify. This isn't planned equally a mystery, and equally such it puts us into a position where we know more than than the characters. They know something bad is coming, we know a little more, but it nevertheless doesn't all fit together. Subsequently the events of the terminal book, Fireheart becomes Firestar, the new leader of Thunderclan. This is the completion of his journey from naive kittypet. He is ane of the youngest leaders of a clan, and as such he has a lot to show. What I really liked virtually Firestar in this volume is his ability to completely take control of any situation, but withal listens to those around him. He achieves his 9 lives in a beautifully written chapter. He is reunited with many lost friends in Starclan and it's so clear to visualise. The main plot focuses on the coming battle between Firestar and Tigerstar. Tigerstar is uniting the other clans in an attempt to dominion the wood as one. Tigerstar exudes is cruelty in this volume. He does some shocking things and starts to clear the forest of half breeds. All large events such as fires, floods, storms etc. have been swept aside, as each fight is filled with intensity and is emotionally stunning. All bets are off, and that'southward what y'all really need for a climax. The biggest shock came about iii quarters of the way through. It was possibly the well-nigh shocking twist I have experienced in any medium. Very speedily everything these books accept been about changes. Information technology heightens the drama and makes it the virtually dangerous and engaging story yet. Information technology ends with an emotionally satisfactory moment, which may be a proficient jumping off point for some, merely I can't wait to showtime the adjacent series of books. ...more

I can't explicate why, but this series just gives me shiver bumps. So... 😍 I tin't explain why, but this series only gives me shiver bumps. So... 😍 ...more than

Oct 30, 2012 Dolly rated it really liked it  · review of some other edition

Recommends it for: children starting to read longer chapter books

This is the sixth and terminal book in the Warriors series. It appears to exist the first series of many almost wild cats. With more 300 pages, this is a great book for children to start expanding their reading comprehension abilities and challenging themselves with longer books.

I love books that become our girls excited to read and this series did that for our youngest. She is in dear with this serial! I similar to read whatever they are reading, so we can chat about the stories and talk over the charact

This is the sixth and final book in the Warriors series. It appears to be the showtime series of many about wild cats. With more than 300 pages, this is a keen book for children to outset expanding their reading comprehension abilities and challenging themselves with longer books.

I love books that get our girls excited to read and this series did that for our youngest. She is in dearest with this series! I like to read whatever they are reading, so we can chat about the stories and discuss the characters and plots.

This was a quick, entertaining and dramatic read. Despite the number of pages, I was still able to cease information technology in a brusk time. I discover it interesting that this series is cowritten by a group of female authors who get by the pseudonym Erin Hunter. With four writers in the group, it certainly allows them to be prolific. There is more violence, danger, and treachery in this volume than I expected, but with the sheer number of books, I suppose the authors have to keep the audience'due south attention somehow.

I am certain that our youngest will want to read all of the unlike Warriors series, and I volition probably read them correct along with her. I am starting to grow attached to the different characters and I'thousand beginning to intendance what happens to them. I'thousand non sure if I'll dear the series, simply I certainly like it. She's gotten a scrap far ahead of me, so I have a lot of reading to do to grab up!

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This was a satisfying and well-written end to an entertaining and thoroughly enjoyable series. I read these books because when they were really popular at my principal schoolhouse I was besides busy reading 'adult books' and I to run across what I missed out on. I am happy I made the decision to read these books!
Now, I'grand not certain if I am willing to put in the effort to go along reading the gazillion other titles in this universe but I'll call up about it. I would recommend these books to anyone who enjoys center-g This was a satisfying and well-written cease to an entertaining and thoroughly enjoyable series. I read these books because when they were actually popular at my primary school I was likewise decorated reading 'developed books' and I to see what I missed out on. I am happy I made the decision to read these books!
Now, I'thousand not sure if I am willing to put in the attempt to proceed reading the gazillion other titles in this universe only I'll recollect nearly it. I would recommend these books to anyone who enjoys eye-grade fantasy, cats, and adventure. All in all, a worthwhile fourth dimension. ...more

Sep 23, 2014 Aju rated information technology it was astonishing

E'er thought that having nine life was possible ? Bluestar has gone to hunt with star clan forever and the fall of one slap-up comes the rise of some other. Fireheart now with 9 life and the new name of Firestar, has to uncover what Bluestar meant past "Four volition get two. and Lion and tiger will come across in boxing, and blood will rule the forest" if he is to save the forest course a darker, stronger and bloodthirstier strength than any true cat has always seen or imagined. Tigerstar, who has non got his revenge Ever thought that having nine life was possible ? Bluestar has gone to hunt with star clan forever and the fall of one great comes the rise of another. Fireheart now with nine life and the new proper noun of Firestar, has to uncover what Bluestar meant past "4 will go two. and King of beasts and tiger will meet in battle, and claret volition dominion the woods" if he is to save the forest form a darker, stronger and bloodthirstier forcefulness than any true cat has ever seen or imagined. Tigerstar, who has not got his revenge is still hiding in the shadows with the eye of a king of beasts. Firestar fears that Darkstripe volition follow in his onetime friend'due south pes steps. Firestar was drinking fresh water when a reflection appeared but to his surprise it was a panthera leo.

Fireheart, Graystripe and Ravenpaw watched helplessly as Stonefur was being torn autonomously as he refused to impale Graystripe'due south kits, to Graystripe's relief his kits were spared but not for long unless they are saved. Tigerstar the founder of Tigerclan gave Firestar and Tallstar an offer but with they deny and instead fabricated a clan called Lionclan, Firestar thought that a battle was going to happen just like what Bluestar warned him but with a glimmer of a eye Tigerstar's plan backfired. Unfortunately with the faller of one leads to a ambition of another as Scourge the leader of Blood clan the backbone of Tiger clan intends to drive every clan out of the forest that was ruled by star clan. Firestar knew he had to practise something or the all will have to leave the forest that was there by all rights and that's when Bluestar'due south words all fabricated sense to him, then with the future all the clans of the forest in his paws he gathers all the clans and leads them in battle with Tiger clan. During the battle Firestar fought the Blood clan leader simply and then Scourge escaped, Firestar who was looking for Scourge found out that Whitestorm was on the brink of being reunited with Bluestar. At showtime it looked like Lion clan was winning Tiger clan only then in the drop of a lid things changed and Scourge had the upper manus in the battle, then Firestar spotted Scourge and without a warning Scourge bit in to his shoulders and landed a accident to Firestar's head. Will Firestar live on and fight or will Firestar see his plan get torn apart then die? Find out!!!!

This is one of the book where what you expectation is not realty and once you offset reading you lot can never tear your eyes of it. I like this book equally it shows that no matter what your roots you still will go out a peachy legacy behind and it volition be remembered till the stop of time. The only affair I did not like about the book was how the decease was described then in dept, information technology might brand some people feel uneasy only over all this was a neat volume and I could non drop information technology till I finished it.This book really had the twist and turns of a marvelous book, the action of a action book, the mystery of a mystery book and the imagination of a fairytale . I really recollect that this volume was the correct way to stop the flavour.

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Jan 24, 2014 Louise Hanley rated it it was amazing

This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click hither. This book was a fabled ending to the commencement series involving the lives of these wonderful warrior cats. I was going to purchase the paperback re-create of the side by side book in a week or and then, but I tin't wait so I've bought the ebook.
I was so shocked by the change of events towards the end of the volume. I hated the way Stonefur died, he didn't deserve that. Information technology reminded me a little of Harry Potter and how 'one-half-blood' children are looked downward upon. And don't even mention Tigerstar'southward death. I hated him with e'er This book was a fabled ending to the first series involving the lives of these wonderful warrior cats. I was going to buy the paperback copy of the next volume in a week or and then, just I can't look then I've bought the ebook.
I was so shocked by the change of events towards the end of the book. I hated the way Stonefur died, he didn't deserve that. It reminded me a footling of Harry Potter and how 'half-blood' children are looked down upon. And don't fifty-fifty mention Tigerstar's death. I hated him with everything I had, yet I felt the same sense of morbid grief that Firestar did. It felt like a whole affiliate of the story had left. The end of Tigerstar'due south era. His decease was such a shock to me, and I was crying when whitestorm died. Have a proficient time hunting with starclan, Whitestorm. :'( ...more

Final volume of the first series. Four became two and then 2 became one to battle the ultimate threat to the woods. The forest (naturally) was triumphant. I all the same find inconsistencies that appear to be due to so many authors but information technology'south a good read, every time. Concluding volume of the beginning series. Iv became two and then 2 became one to battle the ultimate threat to the forest. The forest (naturally) was triumphant. I still find inconsistencies that appear to be due to and so many authors but it's a good read, every time. ...more

Aug 19, 2021 Hashemite kingdom of jordan rated it it was astonishing

Four will become two. Lion and tiger will run into in boxing, and blood will rule the woods.

And and then concludes my reread of the original Warrior series. This book still makes me cry. The commencement, the heart, the terminate! I simply have such a deep, abiding honey for these characters, even though they are cats. Annihilation fifty-fifty remotely related to Graystripe having emotions, or his friendship with Firestar? Definitely crying.

Also, I'one thousand fairly certain that my love for prophecies in my books started with this serie

4 will become two. Lion and tiger will meet in battle, and blood will dominion the forest.

And so concludes my reread of the original Warrior series. This book still makes me weep. The beginning, the middle, the end! I only accept such a deep, constant love for these characters, even though they are cats. Anything even remotely related to Graystripe having emotions, or his friendship with Firestar? Definitely crying.

Also, I'1000 adequately sure that my love for prophecies in my books started with this serial. I also love the inclusion of characters with physical differences, disabilities, and the otherness of kittypets. Way more than inclusive than some of the developed fare I've read.

I will always requite these books 5 stars, even though reading them equally an developed, I recognize more flaws with the books. The writing style is incredibly unproblematic, and does a lot of over-explaining of things. Although for the historic period they are meant for, I don't necessarily think that it's a bad thing because there are also explorations of themes that aren't as spelled out. It's a fine balance of ensuring agreement for the youngest readers but not talking down to them, and while information technology may lean more towards the bad side of overexplaining, I know I never felt like the books were likewise elementary or childish for me (except in loftier school when I felt super weird for still reading books focused on animals, merely that was a me issue 😂)

Anyhow, super nostalgic reread for me, and it even so holds upward for me!

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Jul 10, 2017 Jack rated it it was ok

This review has been subconscious because information technology contains spoilers. To view it, click here. A disappointing ending to an otherwise surprisingly poignant series.

I'thou wondering if a new author joined the circle of Erin Hunter when this book came along. Information technology felt disconnected, perhaps rushed, and lacked the depth and substance of character that makes the previous five books and then captivating. There were also some painfully obvious, heavy-handed christianity themes present in this book that might not have been so distracting had the rest of it been a gratifying experience - only it wasn't. The ent

A disappointing catastrophe to an otherwise surprisingly poignant series.

I'm wondering if a new author joined the circle of Erin Hunter when this book came along. It felt disconnected, peradventure rushed, and lacked the depth and substance of character that makes the previous five books so captivating. There were too some painfully obvious, heavy-handed christianity themes present in this book that might not have been and so distracting had the rest of information technology been a gratifying feel - but it wasn't. The unabridged series congenital up to a last showdown between Firestar and Tigerstar that never even happens. Instead, they introduce Scourge once during the prologue, for mayhap a folio, and the next time we see him he kills Tigerstar in one fell accident. I idea I could accept this, thinking maybe this was an in for an even deadlier and scarier villain, but instead Scourge dies too just a few chapters afterward. This useless character served as a deus ex machina to rapidly write off Tigerstar's ix lives, as if the author(s) couldn't figure how else to exercise information technology.

Anticlimactic and very Hollywood - basically the book tin be summed up every bit "Firestar and his warriors take back the woods and live happily always after." Information technology'south especially frustrating because the buildup was great - nosotros had this running villain the readers grew to despise, and whom was and so manipulative it seemed impossible to defeat him or outwit him at any turn. I tin't understand why the arc was wrapped upwardly and then easily. Despite a shallow and abrupt ending, the residuum of the series was never something I expected out of books about talking cats; fingers crossed that the next generation of books handles its conflicts a piffling meliorate.

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Aug eleven, 2009 Kayla rated it it was astonishing

Second read: September 22-25, 2017

Wow! I had forgotten how intense this concluding book was. I was glued to the pages at the end. Information technology was surprising how much I did not remember. I had completely forgotten about the treacherous bone loma and the tragic scene that played out there. I was urging those cats on to escape; gut wrenching!

It was bully to reread the beginning series. I first read this series when I was thirteen and I'm 21 at present; I can say that I enjoyed them but as much as I did the commencement fourth dimension effectually. I

2nd read: September 22-25, 2017

Wow! I had forgotten how intense this last book was. I was glued to the pages at the cease. It was surprising how much I did non retrieve. I had completely forgotten about the treacherous bone hill and the tragic scene that played out there. I was urging those cats on to escape; gut wrenching!

It was great to reread the outset series. I starting time read this series when I was 13 and I'm 21 now; I can say that I enjoyed them just as much as I did the kickoff time around. I did non think they were as well kittenish and I'll probably reread them again in the years to come. Firestar fan for life! :)

Offset read: August xi-12, 2009

I cannot expect to read the next serial, The New Prophecy, I promise it is only as good as this serial was. Although I'm a little bummed that Firestar will not exist the principal graphic symbol.

I recommend these books to anyone who love suspense, cats/animals, and the wilderness. These books are the best and you will not be able to put them down. ☺

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November 20, 2012 Katie rated information technology it was amazing

Despite the fact that I read this book a few years agone, I can withal retrieve the intense emotion and thrills that my pre-teen self experienced after reading the concluding volume of the offset arc in Erin Hunter's Warriors series. While this series appears to be a balmy-mannered cat fable, it is in fact more than than that, and this volume is proof. With riveting battle sequences executed with seamless transition, the action leaves the young centre pounding, especially with the climax and denouement of the terminal Despite the fact that I read this book a few years agone, I can still recollect the intense emotion and thrills that my pre-teen self experienced after reading the terminal book of the starting time arc in Erin Hunter'south Warriors serial. While this series appears to be a mild-mannered cat fable, it is in fact more than that, and this book is proof. With riveting battle sequences executed with seamless transition, the action leaves the young heart pounding, especially with the climax and denouement of the terminal scenes. While fur and claws are flying in a blur in the reader'southward direct thoughts, the description of the surroundings that is still present packs a powerful punch for the reader'south senses, making for a truly engrossing experience. Nonetheless, this action does not completely overtake the novel'south plot, and allows for slower and easier moments to residuum things out. With colourful characters that contribute to these moments, yous are left with a superbly crafted novel and series, one that I would recommend to anyone interested in a great animal fantasy take chances to delve into with fervour. ...more

Jan xxx, 2014 Kirsti rated it it was amazing

The thrilling determination to the excellent Warriors series! I have very much enjoyed my foray into this globe, even staying upward tardily some nights to get books finished and turning up woke membranous eyed and feeble minded. I followed forth with Firestar all the fashion to his receiving of nine lives, and the ultimate showdown with Tigerstar (non to spoil annihilation, but wow, that was unexpected!) And now, armed with the knowledge virtually this globe, I can motility on to other series in the collection. I knew what The thrilling conclusion to the excellent Warriors series! I have very much enjoyed my foray into this world, even staying up late some nights to get books finished and turning up woke bleary eyed and feeble minded. I followed along with Firestar all the manner to his receiving of ix lives, and the ultimate showdown with Tigerstar (not to spoil anything, but wow, that was unexpected!) And now, armed with the cognition about this globe, I tin can move on to other series in the collection. I knew what I was doing when I picked up the first volume, I am just glad my addictions are express to books and chocolate!

The fast paced action and congenital upward mystery make these books. Add to the mix lovable characters who sometimes make mistakes, bright earth building and believable history and y'all have got yourself an incredible collection of books. I am so glad I started reading these! Non just for kids, these books are for big kids too!

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Feb 05, 2011 Aoife rated it it was amazing

This review has been hidden considering it contains spoilers. To view it, click hither. WOW! Consistently fantastic! Read the warrior books in social club, and so you can really become to know the characters and the clans and and so you tin really enjoy the total magnitude of the series! In this book, We see Firestar, is now the leader of Thunderclan, and this time the whole woods is threatened by sinister forces. The clans must unite every bit we encounter the true colours of some cats. Brave cats die trying to save others, while others dice trying to proceeds power and because of greedy ambition. The volume "stresse WOW! Consistently fantastic! Read the warrior books in guild, so you can actually become to know the characters and the clans and so you can really enjoy the full magnitude of the series! In this volume, We come across Firestar, is now the leader of Thunderclan, and this time the whole forest is threatened by sinister forces. The clans must unite as we encounter the true colours of some cats. Dauntless cats die trying to salve others, while others die trying to gain ability and considering of greedy ambition. The book "stresses the importance of caring and community". Very well written and a real folio turner. This is a gripping end to the original warriors arc, full of bravery, loyalty, boxing, skilful and evil.. Some other must read - only if y'all've been following the warrior books so far I'grand sure you'll be wanting to read this ane ASAP! :)
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Dec eighteen, 2009 Jasmina rated it it was amazing

THE BEST Warriors book of them all (and I've read all iii series). This book wonderfully brings the kickoff ballsy Warriors series to a determination. Fireheart receives his ix lives as a leader, which is unbelievably fascinating to read. I felt like I was there with Fireheart when he received his ix lives and became Firestar. Every bit Firestar settles into his new role, nosotros draw closer tot he final confrontation between Firestar and Tigerstar. Merely that confrontation might be different than you expected. An THE BEST Warriors book of them all (and I've read all 3 series). This book wonderfully brings the first epic Warriors series to a conclusion. Fireheart receives his nine lives every bit a leader, which is unbelievably fascinating to read. I felt similar I was at that place with Fireheart when he received his nine lives and became Firestar. As Firestar settles into his new function, we draw closer tot he final confrontation betwixt Firestar and Tigerstar. But that confrontation might be dissimilar than you expected. And the last battle at the end was wonderful! Whichever Erin wrote this book really knows how to draw you into a scene. I experience like I was fighting in that battle!

"Four will get two, Lion and Tiger volition meet in battle, and Claret volition rule the forest."

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Nov 01, 2021 abi rated information technology really liked it

WHITESTORM... FUCK BONE, ALL MY HOMIES HATE Bone!!!!!!!!!!

Aug 17, 2020 Brinley rated it really liked it

The final fourth dimension I had reread this series was three years ago, so I had forgotten many of the smaller details. It ever surprises me how intricate this series is, I was thinking most it, and the belief organisation in this book is truly cute. Fifty-fifty information technology is fleshed out, and a huge part of understanding the characters. I feel that this book was a dandy way to conclude the first serial, and it introduced a few bug for the next serial to solve. I know that the next two mini series aren't my favorite The final time I had reread this series was three years ago, then I had forgotten many of the smaller details. It ever surprises me how intricate this series is, I was thinking about information technology, and the belief system in this book is truly cute. Even it is fleshed out, and a huge function of understanding the characters. I feel that this book was a keen mode to conclude the first serial, and it introduced a few bug for the side by side series to solve. I know that the next two mini series aren't my favorite, but I'm still super excited to continue my reread. ...more

This review has been hidden considering it contains spoilers. To view information technology, click here. An amazing catastrophe to the book and not what you lot would expect equally BloodClan came in the way - curtsy of Tigerstar. In the end all four Clans had to come together to defeat BloodClan who had declared the forest theirs, not RiverClan and ShadowClan against WindClan and ThunderClan like I'1000 sure everyone thought it was going to be.

This time it was Darkstripe'south turn to prove where his loyalties lie. In the end, with no one as he attacked his former leader and left TigerClan in reaction to Tigerstar's death

An amazing ending to the book and not what you would expect equally BloodClan came in the way - curtsy of Tigerstar. In the cease all 4 Clans had to come together to defeat BloodClan who had alleged the woods theirs, not RiverClan and ShadowClan against WindClan and ThunderClan like I'yard sure anybody thought it was going to be.

This fourth dimension it was Darkstripe's turn to prove where his loyalties prevarication. In the cease, with no ane as he attacked his former leader and left TigerClan in reaction to Tigerstar's expiry. Feeding an apprentice death berries is on the same level equally Tigerstar. I've read these before (as I've previously mentioned) but I cannot remember what Darkstripe did and I was disgusted every bit much every bit I was at the offset time.

Bluestar's prophecy was clear, I think, and Firestar got it equally soon as Tigerstar appear RiverClan and ShadowClan uniting. I remember Firestar meeting Mistyfoot most the river one day was very of import because she told him most all the visits Tigerstar had been paying to Leopardstar. Although he didn't get the bit about him having to merge with WindClan for a while.

The Clan all teaming up against a treat really is something because information technology's said to accept never happened earlier and it just shows what the Clans volition do to protect their home. They are true warriors and they will not be driven out from it. It was admittedly amazing but I cannot understand how Tigerstar lost all of those lives straight abroad, and Fireheart didn't - it was a pregnant point because Scourge would have then been made of StarClan's existence therefore it would not accept been a weakness anymore. I think it'southward because the wounds were different and blood was coming out as well fast for Tigerstar to heal. I kind of did feel sorry for him but I kind of never. I felt lamentable for him because no true cat should have died similar that - so quickly and then effortlessly but then again I didn't considering of all the things he had done in his life.

I forgot to mention that nosotros saw some new things in this book and it was every bit about as refreshing as the offset volume. Nosotros had a glimpse inside StarClan and reading about all the warriors who had died as and so deplorable. At least the concluding book wasn't the last time we would read about Bluestar. The 9 ceremonies was splendid. Who knew getting lives would hurt? and the naming ceremony for Lostface (at present Brightheart). Astonishing.

Whitestorm dying was horrible, and information technology was fifty-fifty worse considering Firestar had mentioned he wouldn't know what to do if he didn't come up back from battle. Whitestorm was a fine warrior, a actually fine warrior and I even liked him every bit a fictional character. I think him being a older cat made me call up he should have been deputy and then Firestar but I know Firestar is a bang-up selection. If Whitestorm chose Firestar equally leader then he would have been made leader then, but we'll never know and it didn't work out like that anyway.

I thought the first series great and I'chiliad willing to move on to the second (and if I get enough money, hopefully third).

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Oct 12, 2011 06erikm rated it information technology was amazing

Warriors: book 6- The Darkest 60 minutes
by Erin Hunter Published 2004 315 pages
The intended audience of this volume is Teenagers and preteens that dearest fantasy.
The volume begins with the leader of Thunderclan, Bluestar, dying. As her deputy, Fireheart becomes the new leader of the association. Oh by the way, these are all cats. Yes, this volume is different from others. In this volume, humans are called twolegs and cats talk to each other. It's an interesting subject, considering you don't commonly come across a book with jus Warriors: book 6- The Darkest Hour
by Erin Hunter Published 2004 315 pages
The intended audience of this book is Teenagers and preteens that love fantasy.
The book begins with the leader of Thunderclan, Bluestar, dying. Every bit her deputy, Fireheart becomes the new leader of the clan. Oh past the way, these are all cats. Yes, this book is dissimilar from others. In this book, humans are called twolegs and cats talk to each other. Information technology's an interesting subject, considering you don't usually see a book with just cats and nix else that talks. In other books, you might detect a sorcerer or something talking to cats, but not ordinarily just cats talking. Anyway, back to the book. The four clans of the forest have had some trouble with fires, flooding, and a pack of dogs, and now an even bigger problem emerges. Tigerstar,(the antagonist) known throughout Thunderclan for his treachary, has become the new leader of shadowclan, and wants to "unite" the forest nether his dominion. Fireheart, now Firestar, must make sure that he doesn't. Firestar is the protagonist, and only wants to keep the peace of the clans. Firestar discovers Tigerstars plot right when he is about to tell the rest of the clans about Tigerstar's treachary. He never gets a take chances though because the gathering ends too soon. Afterwards a serial of battles and other problems, Tigerstar eventually brings in Bloodclan, a band of evil cat that kill Tigerstar and effort to take the forest for themselves. Firestar must and then find a way to stop them. He somewhen meets them in intense boxing.
Those battle scenes were something I liked virtually this volume. For example, on page 171, it says "slipping to i side, he raked his claws down Darkstripe's side, and followed up with a blow to his back leg as the nighttime warrior crashed past him." Another example on folio 305 was this- "His claws raked along Scourge's side and he dodged a blow to his head like the one that had claimed his first life."
I also liked how well the author uses sensory details and give-and-take choices. I found myself thinking I was in the forest stalking a mouse more than once.
I believe that one theme of this book is that a lust for power often leads to disaster. I loved this book. I could barely put it down. I spent hours sitting on the burrow reading it because it was and so well written and drew me in. I recommend information technology to anyone who loves fantasy, Or cats. ...more

Bluestar has lost her last life whal defending her clan aganst a pack of dogs that were trained past Tigerstar. Firestar is now the leader of Thunderclan. Firestar is trying to decide who will exist the deputy Of Thunderclan. He ends upwards choseing Whitestorm. Tigerstar combined Shadowclan and Riverclan. Thunderclan and Windclan had to combind to fight Tigerclan (Riverclan and Shadowclan). Tigerclaw also brought Bloodclan into the forest. There leader Scourge has dog claws in his colar and for claws al Bluestar has lost her last life whal defending her clan aganst a pack of dogs that were trained by Tigerstar. Firestar is now the leader of Thunderclan. Firestar is trying to decide who will be the deputy Of Thunderclan. He ends up choseing Whitestorm. Tigerstar combined Shadowclan and Riverclan. Thunderclan and Windclan had to combind to fight Tigerclan (Riverclan and Shadowclan). Tigerclaw as well brought Bloodclan into the forest. There leader Scourge has dog claws in his colar and for claws also. He kills Tigerstar with one massive wound. So all the clans come togeather to defeat bloodclan. Scourge merely had one life because he did not believe in Starclan. Whitestorm dies and Greystripe becomes deputy.

I can make a text-to-cocky Connexion to this book. In the book Firestar has to make a difficult choice. He has to chose who he would pick as deputy. He had to option betwean friendship and responcability. This helps me sympathize how Firestar felt in this pozition. Your friends or your responceability.

This book is action packed. There are huge amounts of activity and take a chance. It makes this book nigh believeable. I cant read a volume when it has not mutch action. This volume I couldn't put downward. I would recomend this book to people of all ages. This book I would give five stars.

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Dec 23, 2010 Hayden rated information technology information technology was amazing

Recommends information technology for: Everyone!!!!

This review has been subconscious because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. At that place are no books in the entire Warriors series that I've read that are as practiced equally this one (only they are all still good), and I've read upwards to serial three book five. I'grand certain loads of Warriors fans volition agree with me on this. The best battle descriptions are in this book, with blood flying around everywhere and cats with dog's claws for claws. Tigerstar finally dies *hooray* leaving Fireheart suprisingly devastated. Yes, I was dislocated here to. Even though Scourge killed Tigerstar, we should a There are no books in the entire Warriors series that I've read that are every bit skilful as this one (but they are all however good), and I've read upward to series three volume five. I'thousand certain loads of Warriors fans will agree with me on this. The best battle descriptions are in this book, with blood flying around everywhere and cats with dog's claws for claws. Tigerstar finally dies *hooray* leaving Fireheart suprisingly devastated. Yep, I was dislocated here to. Even though Scourge killed Tigerstar, we should all be happy, even if information technology was horrible imagining a cat dying nine times. *Yuk*. That might not audio gross to you correct now, just but you wait until you read pages 233 and 234. I don't mean to put you off though, anyone who's anyone should read this book! ...more

Apr 12, 2011 Scott rated information technology information technology was amazing

An amazing finish to the start Prophesy! I must admit, I never saw the climax coming and, what had been building in my heed from books 2 through 5 of this series ... well, I am not ofttimes surprised but I volition say that I didn't see this coming. If y'all've read the books in order, you will find the true meaning of StarClan's prophesy:
"Four will become two.
Panthera leo and tiger will see in battle,
and blood will dominion the forest."
The authors have done a masterful job of weaving the story from beginning to en An amazing finish to the first Prophesy! I must admit, I never saw the climax coming and, what had been building in my heed from books two through 5 of this series ... well, I am not often surprised but I will say that I didn't see this coming. If y'all've read the books in order, you will find the true meaning of StarClan's prophesy:
"Four will become two.
Lion and tiger will meet in battle,
and blood volition rule the wood."
The authors have done a masterful job of weaving the story from beginning to stop in the first half-dozen books of the series.
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Nov 01, 2012 Lilly H rated it it was astonishing

The darkest hour was one of my favorite warriors books. Scourage and the rest of blood association was a very cool item in this story. Scince scourage kills 1 of the cats, (didn't want to be a real spoiler) because they dissaprove of a fight, the real boxing begins. Firestar loses his kickoff life and I loved the interaction with Firestar and Starclan. Totally recommendend this book to any young reader. The darkest hour was one of my favorite warriors books. Scourage and the residuum of blood clan was a very absurd detail in this story. Scince scourage kills ane of the cats, (didn't want to be a real spoiler) considering they dissaprove of a fight, the existent battle begins. Firestar loses his outset life and I loved the interaction with Firestar and Starclan. Totally recommendend this book to whatever immature reader. ...more

Erin Hunter is the pseudonym of five people: Kate Cary, Cherith Baldry, Tui T. Sutherland, Gillian Philip, and Inbali Iserles, as well as editor Victoria Holmes. Together, they write the Warriors series as well as the Seekers and Survivors series. Erin Hunter is working on a new series now chosen Bravelands.

Erin Hunter is inspired by a love of cats and a fascination with the ferocity of the natur

Erin Hunter is the pseudonym of five people: Kate Cary, Cherith Baldry, Tui T. Sutherland, Gillian Philip, and Inbali Iserles, as well every bit editor Victoria Holmes. Together, they write the Warriors series besides as the Seekers and Survivors series. Erin Hunter is working on a new series now called Bravelands.

Erin Hunter is inspired by a love of cats and a fascination with the ferocity of the natural earth. Also as having a great respect for nature in all its forms, Erin enjoys creating rich mythical explanations for animal behavior, shaped by her interest in astronomy and standing stones.

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"Bloodclan, Assail!"
Not a cat moved
Tigerstar'due south bister eyes widened and he screeched "Set on, I order you lot!"
Still none of the warriors moved, eccept for the pocket-sized black cat who took a pace forward. He glanced twored Firestar. "I am Scourge, leader of Bloodclan," he meowed, his vocalism cold and tranquility. "Tigerstar, my warriors are not yours to control. They will assault when I tell them, and not before."
The look Tigerstar gave him was incredulous and glittered with all the hatred he had ever shown to Firestar, as is he couldn't beleive that this scrap of a cat was defying him. Firestar seized his oppertunity. He paced forward untill he stood right infront of the two leaders. Behind him, he heard graystripe hiss, "Firestar,be
careful!"
But this was no time for existence careful. The very future of the wood was at stake, balanced on the latitude of a hair between Tigerstar's bloodthirsty quest for power and the whims of the unknown bloodclan.
At present Firestar could encounter that the collar Scourge wore around his neck was studded with teath--The teath of dogs, and...CATS' teath as well. Dandy Starclan! Did they kill their ain kind and wear at that place teath equally trophies?" — 122 likes

"Whitestorm was experienced, wise and brave. When Firestar had been fabricated deputy, he had shown not a flake of resentment that a lesser true cat might have felt. He had supported him from the beginning, and he was the true cat Firestar naturally turned to when he needed advice." — 40 likes

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