This book is by far, the best in the "Winners' Trilogy" series. The final installment in the series, Arin is in the thick of the rebellion, with the allied forces by his side. His aim is to win the war, either by full frontal attack or in hiding. Whether Arin is able to free Herran from Valoria is what is to be seen in this book. 
 Though Arin has Roshar and the entire army of Dacra to support him, nothing is the same without the strategic military advice of Kestrel, who he believes to be on the side of Valoria for power. Thus, he turns ruthless, with only the God of Death as his friend, and his whole and sole focus on winning the war. On the other hand, the emperor and General Trajan send Kestrel away to the tundra, by cause of being a spy to Herran, and betraying Valoria. When Arin learns about this, he rescues Kestrel, but she is not the same anymore. 
 Arin and Kestrel have matured a lot in this book. Also, Roshar's role in the war has increased. The way they fight the war, albeit heinous tricks, is the highlight. The struggles to Arin to regain Kestrel's trust and her memory, the internal war raging inside him, Roshar's dubiousness, Kestrel's vulnerability, General Trajan's and the emperor's vindictiveness is amazingly portrayed. The rebuilding of faith between General Trajan and Kestrel is beautiful towards the climax. Verex, Sarsine and Risha have grown into strong, mature adults,too. 
 The high point in this trilogy which I loved is that in spite of all the bitterness of the war, "Love, friendship and faith conquer all. They thrive in the worst of conditions." 
 Filled with memorable quotes, this novel can no way be less than a 5 starrer.