Avatar, The Last Airbender: The Legacy of Yangchen

Chronicles of the Avatar, Book 4

De: F. C. Yee

Narrado por: Nancy Wu

From the New York Times bestselling author of Avatar, the Last Airbender: The Rise of Kyoshi and Avatar, the Last Airbender: The Shadow of Kyoshi comes a thrilling new chapter in the Chronicles of the Avatar series.

Common enemies make for strange friends …

Avatar Yangchen has succeeded in bringing a measure of stability to Bin-Er, but her successes have been limited to a single city, and rumors concerning Unanimity—a weapon capable of total obliteration—have led to increasing tensions among the Four Nations.

Desperate to restore diplomacy, Yangchen attempts to de-escalate hostilities between heads of state. But in the wake of a brutal assassination and the freeing of Unanimity, Yangchen is forced to bring Kavik—the trusted former companion whose betrayal crushed her—back into her fold.

As the Four Nations teeter on the brink of conflict and she begins to unravel the power-hungry Zongdu Chaisee’s true agenda, Yangchen is forced to measure the worth of humanity and how much can be sacrificed in the name of balance.

This taut and provocative fourth installment in the Chronicles of the Avatar series follows Avatar Yangchen as she charts the course of her legacy, finally making peace with her choices and facing Avatarhood with the courage it demands.

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LOVE THE LAST AIRBENDER UNIVERSE

Just when you think you couldn’t make TLAB world any better amazing stories like these are added!

I just appreciate the depth

I love real complexity in the decisions and relationships. So many steps beyond most stories nowadays, and a very full exploration of the ethics and values within the Avatar universe. Also, very cool bending stuff in each book.

Personal age rating: 13+. A few torture-like scenes. No adult content. Deals with themes of corruption.

Fun story with real characters

I found the story very fun and the story of guilt and betrayal engaging. I would look forward to more.

great narrator, such a good story

I love the entire avatar universe. seeing how the previous air avatar handles situations is such an interesting comparison to how we see aang handle stuff.

Great book, rushed ending

I really like this book, the NFL, all the rest, but I do love the approach to the world of avatar that I feel is unique I would recommend it to everyone

A Better Sequel for a Compelling Plot

Avatar Yangchen’s journey resumes in this sequel, which markedly improves upon its predecessor. Whereas the first novel adeptly established character relationships, it faltered in delivering a compelling narrative. This follow-up triumphantly fulfills the promise of its foundational work, setting itself apart from previous entries in the series by ingeniously playing with narrative structure. It deviates from the well-trodden path of typical coming-of-age tales, offering unexpected plot developments. Furthermore, the thematic depth explored here surpasses that of the author’s previous contributions to the franchise. Despite its strengths, the book does encounter an issue: the extensive cast lacks distinctiveness beyond a few characters and struggles to accommodate its size, which can be a setback for readers who appreciated the more focused character ensemble in the Kyoshi novels.

A must listen

Great addition to the universe. Avatar Yangchen is not without her challenges. Her perseverance and cunning make for an intense, articulate, wonderful adventure.

The Fog

F.C. Yee, excellence and depth. You've brought these both to this universe in a new way. I think it's impressive to write one phenomenal book in such a unique and detailed universe. So impressive infact, that after The Rise of Kyoshi I presumed it couldn't be done again, and again, and again.

Here we make it to our full circle moment, continuing the path of the previous Air Nomad Avatar. Aang being the introduction to brilliant world of the four nations and bending abilities, and Avatars. Avatar Yangchen walking with us in her struggles between the life of the Avatar and an Air Nomad.

A special part that struck me was the ritual of exile from the Northern Air Temple. The poetic and stoic ways exchanged between two Air nomads, not the Avatar and her neighbor. But Brother and Sister. The clash between Avatar and Nomad, a consistent war through out both books.

I'd rather not spoil more for the next reader or listener. Just know that this universe means a great deal to me and to see it served the proper justice lights me up inside.

I look forward to the next look into this awe inspiring universe.

-K.B.

I want more please!

I love how the balance of human emotions and obligations are woven so deeply into the lore and story threads of the story. I am not sure if there is more in the series, but I'll be there for it.

Great

F. C. Yee seems to keep knocking these out of the park. I’d happily listen to a hundred more avatar stories.