Eternal Covenant 4

Eternal Covenant 4 by Haejin

My rating: 3 of 5 stars


This continues to be a very slow world building, but it also gets more interesting as pieces fall into place. While Ian is struggling with finally understanding he's believed to be the dragon knight, he can't actually recall those memories clearly at all, but there are small things here and there that would not be so familiar or he would know nothing about if he didn't have some vague awareness of those memories. His dual feelings for Jack and Cardinal Brixton continue to be a challenge to navigate as well as the Cardinal has his loyalty as a knight and for saving him as a child, but he can't deny his feelings for Jack at this point either, even with this new turmoil over if the feelings are really his or his past self's. For all that Jack is so aware of Ian, he doesn't seem to understand how his mind works or what he is struggling with now, which makes some sense with the added knowledge of how he learned to be "human" in the first place. Really, they both seem to want the same things, even if coming at them from different points of view. If only they'd actually talk about it instead of all this cloak and dagger, especially before Cardinal Brixton's next plan causes any other issues for them.

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Eternal Covenant 3

Eternal Covenant 3 by Haejin

My rating: 3 of 5 stars


We finally have confirmation of repeated lives for this series, though it seems Ian may be the only one of the main trio that is unaware of his role in their past. While the details remain elusive, there is enough to put pieces together at least when it comes to Ian's past role and pieces of his previous relationships with Jack and Cardinal Brixton. While events may lead to freedom and a chance to find answers, it looks as if things may become even more complicated given Ian's nearly blind devotion and firm belief that his life belongs to Cardinal Brixton, even calling himself "his knight" at least in his head rather than considering himself a Knight Templar. Despite the slow movement and the complex threads pulling at fate and history, the artwork remains beautifully done and consistent, making each volume an enjoyable read. 

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Eternal Covenant 2

Eternal Covenant 2 by Haejin

My rating: 3 of 5 stars


Ian seems to be drawn to Jack even while telling himself all the reasons why they should go their separate ways and he will have to give him up. Meanwhile, Cardinal Brixton seems to be rather possessive and more than a bit suspicious of Ian's recent investigations and motives, though fortunately Ian is able to avoid any additional complications that are obvious to anyone around him. They're in a bit of a tight spot though between the investigation and the movements of the Knights Templar. There are a few cute scenes between Ian and Jack, and some hints indicating that Jack and others have been looking for Ian, which is at least part of why he refuses to lose him now. Hopefully things will play out in their favor, though it seems awfully complicated with the investigation and the rumors of war.

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Eternal Covenant 1

Eternal Covenant 1 by Haejin

My rating: 3 of 5 stars


Ian grew up told that he was cursed and knowing he was somehow different with this power inside him that would react without any control from him. He finds his salvation in serving Cardinal Brixton, who helps to suppress Ian's power, though he seems to have some other knowledge about Ian that isn't shared. The last thing Ian expected while working undercover was to meet Jack, the hidden king of the neighboring country who has a power like his and helps him begin to understand this unique ability. There are a lot of moving pieces with more than a few secrets and gaps in the story so far as this first volume only really sets the stage of who the characters are, how they meet, and how they begin to interact together as they try to unravel the corruption they've found. Really, will need to read the next volume to find out if the story picks up at all or stays on a slow burn that may not be as engaging for some readers.

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