Micah Hall's Reviews > The Fall of Koli

4.25/5

And so ends the conclusion to M.R. Carey's brillaint Rampart Trilogy and what a wonderful, thoughtful time it was.

As stated in previous reviews for the series, Koli remains a different sort of protagonist who traverses the post apocalyptic landscape: kind hearted and a bit aloof which is a refreshing change of pace. His characteristics, decision-making, and joy make for a book series that brims with heart.

Since this is book 3 of a trilogy, I won't dive much into the plot of the series as that would spoil the previous installments. I will say the final book allows for succinct end to the Koli story along with Spinner, Cup, Monono, and Ursula. Each plays a significant part in this one and not all remain unscathed. I really enjoyed Carey's deft hand at presenting seemingly obvious world-caring views, touching on what it means to be free as an individual, how being decent to one another is actually a good thing for society (hear that world?), racism, climate change, avoiding the mistakes of past generations, and, of course, the potential fallout of Brexit.

Carey remains a varied and skillful writer and delivers every bit in this series. Highly recommended for those fans of the post-apocalyptic genre but it should come with a warning on the cover: Beware -- Brimming with Heart!