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3.91 AVERAGE
3.91 AVERAGE
While I was a little bummed that we didn't spend a lot of time with Prunella or Zacharias in this one, I really enjoyed the story and new characters we met! Cho really fleshes out more of the world and magic, and I am loving the all the diverse characters she's introducing. A fun, enjoyable read.
Rating : 2,5 ⭐
Like the first novel in this series, my favourite thing about this book was how the author managed to replicate the writing style of the regency era. Unfortunately, the rest wasn't as enjoyable. The plot was very predictable, and made even more predictable by the book's title. I wanted more of the commentary on gender, race and class that was so important to the previous instalment. I appreciate the same-sex relationships explored in this book, but I can't help but feel like the main couple's happy ending is a lot less satisfying than the ending of the first book. I'm disappointed I didn't have a better experience with this book, but at least I can say I finished the series.
Like the first novel in this series, my favourite thing about this book was how the author managed to replicate the writing style of the regency era. Unfortunately, the rest wasn't as enjoyable. The plot was very predictable, and made even more predictable by the book's title. I wanted more of the commentary on gender, race and class that was so important to the previous instalment. I appreciate the same-sex relationships explored in this book, but I can't help but feel like the main couple's happy ending is a lot less satisfying than the ending of the first book. I'm disappointed I didn't have a better experience with this book, but at least I can say I finished the series.
IT'S GAY I'M SO GLAD
I was glad to see more of the dragons in general and my most favorite gay dandy dragon especially. And it was cool to see more of his relationship with Poggs, and I REALLY hope they get their own book someday. Muna is QUITE a change from Prunella as a protagonist, and I love them both very much. Also, bullshit fairy politics, thank you, very good.
I was glad to see more of the dragons in general and my most favorite gay dandy dragon especially. And it was cool to see more of his relationship with Poggs, and I REALLY hope they get their own book someday. Muna is QUITE a change from Prunella as a protagonist, and I love them both very much. Also, bullshit fairy politics, thank you, very good.
Pitch perfect for me, and I've had such trouble with fantasy for the past few years. Makes me very curious about the rest of Cho's books.
challenging
hopeful
reflective
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
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The sequel to Sorcerer to the Crown is more of the delightful same! In this one, a pair of Malaysian sisters with amnesia are being sent to England to go to magical girl school, but the path through the fairy court might not be easy. Of course they encounter characters from the last book, and magical adventures (and romance!) ensue. The plot is slightly more predictable than its predecessor's, but it is charming just the same. A/A-.
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A review copy was provided by the publisher. This book will be released in March.
The sequel to Sorcerer to the Crown is more of the delightful same! In this one, a pair of Malaysian sisters with amnesia are being sent to England to go to magical girl school, but the path through the fairy court might not be easy. Of course they encounter characters from the last book, and magical adventures (and romance!) ensue. The plot is slightly more predictable than its predecessor's, but it is charming just the same. A/A-.
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A review copy was provided by the publisher. This book will be released in March.
adventurous
hopeful
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Didn't find it as charming as the first. It lacked the charm and the skill that brought the first book to life. This just didn't manage to keep most of my attention most the time.
As the main characters are rather dull, and the plot here is rather nebulous. And unclear.
As the main characters are rather dull, and the plot here is rather nebulous. And unclear.
adventurous
lighthearted
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
Sequels to books I enjoyed make me extremely wary. Too often I find that they just don't seem to capture the same feelings as the original, and I'm left feeling slightly sad and unsatisfied. You just can't always capture lightning twice, I guess.
Not so with this book. Actually, I daresay I enjoyed this one even slightly more than the first. The focus of this book isn't on the cast from the first book (though they do play minor roles and cameos), but instead follows two sisters, Muna and Sakti, who are separated from each other while venturing through the fairy realm to England. Muna makes it to England and Prunella's school, but Sakti does not. The story follows Muna as she tries to reunite with her sister despite overwhelming opposition, and the discovery of why they were separated in the first place.
While I was able to guess the twist relatively early on, I still liked how the author handled it and still manage to make parts unexpected. The story just felt...fun. Like a magical romp with slightly high stakes, like a brighter Harry Potter, maybe. The story is self contained, nothing needs a sequel, and it leaves you feeling glad to have read it at the end.
Not so with this book. Actually, I daresay I enjoyed this one even slightly more than the first. The focus of this book isn't on the cast from the first book (though they do play minor roles and cameos), but instead follows two sisters, Muna and Sakti, who are separated from each other while venturing through the fairy realm to England. Muna makes it to England and Prunella's school, but Sakti does not. The story follows Muna as she tries to reunite with her sister despite overwhelming opposition, and the discovery of why they were separated in the first place.
While I was able to guess the twist relatively early on, I still liked how the author handled it and still manage to make parts unexpected. The story just felt...fun. Like a magical romp with slightly high stakes, like a brighter Harry Potter, maybe. The story is self contained, nothing needs a sequel, and it leaves you feeling glad to have read it at the end.