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alexinitalics's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
As someone who didn't grow up reading these books, I really enjoyed this one! I'd already been told by my friend that it's better than the show but I have to admit, this style of book, being for younger readers than me, I sometimes dislike (things like the sense of humour or telling, not showing. It's also strange adjusting to a book with a different type size than normal). However, I found that's my only issue with the book and it didn't bother me as much as others for this age range have
n00bfairy's review against another edition
4.0
I loved this book. I'm a fan of the webisodes and the dolls, so I knew I had to read the books. This went more in depth than the episodes do, and I loved the new look at EAH and the town of Book End. I loved the nods to all the different fairy tales, and showing how each story can be different with even little changes. I'm excited to read the rest of the series.
frxnkieste1n's review against another edition
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andreala's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
zeeeniiia's review against another edition
3.0
I was in the worst reading slump ever! So, I decided to revisit one of my favourite books as a kid. Not as good as I used to think it was, but it was still a quick read that helped me ease out of my slump.
pp0311's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
shaekin's review against another edition
4.0
Pretty cute book with more depth than I was expecting (not a lot, but still, more). The conversations between Maddie and the Narrator were incredibly annoying, but other than that, pretty good, especially for a fairy tale book that a lot of them seem to be same old same old.
lestaslettering's review against another edition
5.0
This is easily the best version of Grimm's fairy tale retellings that I have ever read. High School Imagery - check. Wicked Quests- check. Sneaking out- Check. Great Libraries- Check. Rebellion - Check. Amazing Friend Gang- Check. Heroines that weren't just damsel in distresses- Check. Refreshing Twists- Check. I love Raven and wish in the subsequent books she become more sure of her powers. And apple white- folks beware of the wolf in sheep's clothing. Hunter as a softy is adorable .
Need I say more? Read it already! Even a toad is charming than Daring, no offence Hopper. Have I started to ship Dex and Raven, oh no, i have, haven't I? And I think I would have a great time talking to Giles. And I guess I seriously overestimated my madness but seeing Hattie's reduces mine to ash. But oh how I love the tea parties ❤
Need I say more? Read it already! Even a toad is charming than Daring, no offence Hopper. Have I started to ship Dex and Raven, oh no, i have, haven't I? And I think I would have a great time talking to Giles. And I guess I seriously overestimated my madness but seeing Hattie's reduces mine to ash. But oh how I love the tea parties ❤
jessicamdawn's review against another edition
4.0
I read this book while visiting my brother and his three kids and his wife. They had several of the Ever After High books on their bookshelf and I just grabbed the first one. I had to find the first one though, because they don't keep their books in order, like barbarians.
I liked the characters. Everyone is descended from a storybook character, like Snow White, Sleeping Beauty, and Cinderella, as well as the Huntsmen, the Evil Queen, and the Mad Hatter, among many others. All those descended from the heroes and heroines don't mind whatever bad is going to happen to them because they know they'll survive it and be happy in the end, while those descended from villains accept that they're going to be evil and lose (though no one fears they'll die so idk what they think happens after the story ends, but hey, all the baddies have managed to live long enough to have and raise kids, so).
My favorite character was probably Madeline Hatter, the Mad Hatter's daughter. Rules don't apply to her, whether physics, maps, spells, or even stories. If no one has told her a thing is impossible, then she can probably do it - like sitting sideways on a wall drinking tea or entering a room that shouldn't exist.
I also actually enjoyed how they made up their own lingo (mirror pads = ipads) and used lots of storybook/fairytale puns. I love puns.
This book is geared toward tween girls, but even in my twenties I enjoyed it. It's a good book and worth the read.
I liked the characters. Everyone is descended from a storybook character, like Snow White, Sleeping Beauty, and Cinderella, as well as the Huntsmen, the Evil Queen, and the Mad Hatter, among many others. All those descended from the heroes and heroines don't mind whatever bad is going to happen to them because they know they'll survive it and be happy in the end, while those descended from villains accept that they're going to be evil and lose (though no one fears they'll die so idk what they think happens after the story ends, but hey, all the baddies have managed to live long enough to have and raise kids, so).
My favorite character was probably Madeline Hatter, the Mad Hatter's daughter. Rules don't apply to her, whether physics, maps, spells, or even stories. If no one has told her a thing is impossible, then she can probably do it - like sitting sideways on a wall drinking tea or entering a room that shouldn't exist.
I also actually enjoyed how they made up their own lingo (mirror pads = ipads) and used lots of storybook/fairytale puns. I love puns.
This book is geared toward tween girls, but even in my twenties I enjoyed it. It's a good book and worth the read.
melsage1823's review against another edition
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
An absolutely amazing adaptation of the Ever After High TV Series that people of any age can enjoy. Despite not being the target audience for this I heavily enjoyed it, especially since I loved Ever After High as a kid and grew up with it. I felt my inner child smiling with glee as I read this book.
The only negative that has brought it down half a star is that the world building was terrible. Its a shame we had to sacrifice world building for amazing character development. I do know that if I hadn't watched the tv show when I was younger I would have been heavily confused about how ever after high as a world worked. There are only vauge hints from Hale about for example how many years of ever after high there are.
Other than that I adored reading. I would heavily recommend this book to anyone regardless of age.
A good adaptation adds to a story and I believe Story Book Of Legends does exactly that. Although I know not everything from the tv show will be able to be adapted into the full book trilogy, Hale does a good job of adapting the legacy day build up in the tv show whilst also adding in extra lore with the mysterious Bella Sister who didn't sign.
Another thing I liked was the well written plot as for the age its written for the big mystery of the book is twisty and written in a way that isn't too predictable and boring. Surprisingly dark too. Due to the mystery being written so carefully. I was turning the page in anticipation with Raven to find out what happened to Bella Sister.
The strong part of the book I'd say is the incredible themes of freedom and allowing people to follow their own destiny which is a very important theme that still unfortunately applies today. For the adults it's asking us if it is fair to mold children in to our expectations or let them live their own destiny free from the forced harmful structures of society. A good book has a message that leaves you thinking and the storybook of legends definitely does.
I could ramble about this book including about the amazing written chemistry between forth wall breaking Maddie and The Narrator. I will say though that if you like fairytale books and books exploring destiny or rebelling from a toxic system than I definitely recommend this book.
Through the book I could see crumbs of plot that could happen in the next book, so I'm super excited to pick up the next book in the trilogy without any hesitation.
The only negative that has brought it down half a star is that the world building was terrible. Its a shame we had to sacrifice world building for amazing character development. I do know that if I hadn't watched the tv show when I was younger I would have been heavily confused about how ever after high as a world worked. There are only vauge hints from Hale about for example how many years of ever after high there are.
Other than that I adored reading. I would heavily recommend this book to anyone regardless of age.
A good adaptation adds to a story and I believe Story Book Of Legends does exactly that. Although I know not everything from the tv show will be able to be adapted into the full book trilogy, Hale does a good job of adapting the legacy day build up in the tv show whilst also adding in extra lore with the mysterious Bella Sister who didn't sign.
Another thing I liked was the well written plot as for the age its written for the big mystery of the book is twisty and written in a way that isn't too predictable and boring. Surprisingly dark too. Due to the mystery being written so carefully. I was turning the page in anticipation with Raven to find out what happened to Bella Sister.
The strong part of the book I'd say is the incredible themes of freedom and allowing people to follow their own destiny which is a very important theme that still unfortunately applies today. For the adults it's asking us if it is fair to mold children in to our expectations or let them live their own destiny free from the forced harmful structures of society. A good book has a message that leaves you thinking and the storybook of legends definitely does.
I could ramble about this book including about the amazing written chemistry between forth wall breaking Maddie and The Narrator. I will say though that if you like fairytale books and books exploring destiny or rebelling from a toxic system than I definitely recommend this book.
Through the book I could see crumbs of plot that could happen in the next book, so I'm super excited to pick up the next book in the trilogy without any hesitation.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Classism
Minor: Injury/Injury detail, Gaslighting, Child abuse, Death, and Stalking
Although it's a children book there are a few intense descriptions.