Songbird of the Sorrows Read Along Week 4 (Final Thoughts, Ending & Theories)

Songbird of the Sorrows Week 4 Recap & Final Review

Welcome back to the final week of our Songbird of the Sorrows read along by Braidee Otto.

Now that we’re done…I’m not entirely sure how I feel about this book.

Aella’s Escape & The Aftermath

There were a lot of things I enjoyed in this final section—especially how our princess was saved from the cruel prince and his torture.

I did expect her to linger there a little longer, but I’m not mad that she didn’t suffer more.

What I really appreciated was the uncertainty around what actually happened to her. She doesn’t fully know whether it was the poison or something worse—and that ambiguity makes her trauma feel even more real.

Her response to it? Perfect.

Betrayal, Spies, and Broken Trust

The fallout from that trauma—especially how it leads her to spy on the Eagle and Raven—took the story somewhere I didn’t expect.

And then we learn Raven was sent to spy on her from the beginning?

Yeah…that adds layers.

It creates tension going into book two that I’m genuinely interested in. Part of me wants reconciliation. Part of me is fine if we don’t get it.

I’ve been on the fence with them since they slept together, so that’s probably influencing things.

That said—their breaking point?
That felt real. That felt earned.

The Weapon Twist (And Why I’m Coming Back)

The most fascinating part of this ending is the weapon they stole.

Not an object—a person.

Someone powerful. Someone imprisoned just like Aella once was.

And there’s recognition between them.

Which raises questions…

Is he her real father? Her grandfather? Someone tied to her past in a deeper way?

Because that thread is what’s going to bring me back for book two—especially with that final moment of him kidnapping her as she helps him escape.

Who is this man?

I need answers.

Questions That Set Up Book Two

There are also so many smaller threads left open:

• Why is Myna helping them escape?
• What happens when the prince forcefully demands his bride back?
• How did the soldiers find them?
• Was there another betrayal?
• And Raven…where do his true loyalties lie?

Having this many questions at the end is exactly what sets up the next book.

Well done, Otto.

Final Thoughts on Songbird of the Sorrows

Overall, this Songbird of the Sorrows read along has been a mixed experience for me.

There’s a lot here that I enjoyed—especially the twists, tension, and setup for what’s coming next.

But at times, the story felt a little lackluster.

For me, the internal monologue became repetitive, and the heavier descriptions slowed things down—especially as the story progressed.

That’s not a flaw in the writing—it’s just personal preference.

I tend to lean more toward action and dialogue, with internals used to heighten those intense moments.

So while this didn’t fully hit for me, it’s still a strong debut—and I’m curious enough to continue.

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What’s Next?

We’re starting a new read along next week with Weavingshaw by Heba Al-Wasity, reading up to Chapter 11.

What did you think of the ending?

Drop your thoughts in the comments—I want to hear your theories, especially about that final twist.

Until then, happy reading! ✨