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talassah's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
dragonreads's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
sad
fast-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? It's complicated
3.75
uruseibaka's review against another edition
4.0
Actual rating: 4.5 stars
"Kestrel thought that maybe she had been wrong, and Risha had been wrong, about forgiveness, that it was neither mud nor stone, but resembled more the drifting white spores. They came loose from the trees when they were ready. Soft to the touch, but made to be let go, so that they could find a place to plant and grow."
That last sentence could totally be a part of a beautiful poem or lullaby, one that Kestrel could play on the piano and have Arin sing it with the music.
This is the best book from the trilogy and you'd know that it was a good trilogy if the conclusion was the best part, in my opinion. It gave justice to the world Marie Rutkoski has built for us, giving a satisfying closure.
The characters are realistic and relatable in nature. Arin and Kestrel were portrayed as fearless people who will do anything for what and who they love but still have doubts and fears at the same time. The relationship between the characters were beautifully crafted as well. Arin and Kestrel have both tremendously developed individually and as a couple. Roshar’s friendship with Arin was another heartwarming touch to the story, proving that racial differences do not matter. The book included well-rounded characters who were never fully just protagonists nor antagonists at one point. Each character proved to have many sides, each revealed as the plot unraveled. (I finished this trilogy last month but I don't remember much anymore so I'm borrowing this from a review I wrote for school)
Altogether, The Winner's Trilogy was an amusing and unforgettable reading experience.
"Kestrel thought that maybe she had been wrong, and Risha had been wrong, about forgiveness, that it was neither mud nor stone, but resembled more the drifting white spores. They came loose from the trees when they were ready. Soft to the touch, but made to be let go, so that they could find a place to plant and grow."
That last sentence could totally be a part of a beautiful poem or lullaby, one that Kestrel could play on the piano and have Arin sing it with the music.
Spoiler
I'd like to think that it's a part of the song Arin and Kestrel first had a duet on, in the very last chapter of the trilogy.This is the best book from the trilogy and you'd know that it was a good trilogy if the conclusion was the best part, in my opinion. It gave justice to the world Marie Rutkoski has built for us, giving a satisfying closure.
The characters are realistic and relatable in nature. Arin and Kestrel were portrayed as fearless people who will do anything for what and who they love but still have doubts and fears at the same time. The relationship between the characters were beautifully crafted as well. Arin and Kestrel have both tremendously developed individually and as a couple. Roshar’s friendship with Arin was another heartwarming touch to the story, proving that racial differences do not matter. The book included well-rounded characters who were never fully just protagonists nor antagonists at one point. Each character proved to have many sides, each revealed as the plot unraveled. (I finished this trilogy last month but I don't remember much anymore so I'm borrowing this from a review I wrote for school)
Altogether, The Winner's Trilogy was an amusing and unforgettable reading experience.
harleyrae's review against another edition
5.0
Review to come(but lets just say that at the very least I loved this!)
_ottavia_'s review against another edition
4.0
I loved the first two books so much that I almost feel obliged to give TWK the full rating. But thinking about it, I didn't quite love this one as much as the others. I missed the Court, the side characters, the games and double-games...
Sure, the author was brilliant as always, especially in the way she wrapped everything up. But I felt like she was less comfortable describing war than the Capital's intrigues.
The first part of the book is the best one. Fast-paced and emotional, I loved it. The ending is also really good, including the very last two pages or so, which are simply amazing. But with everything in the middle sometimes I struggled.
Don't get me wrong, I really liked this book, it was a good ending. And even when things were moving slowly, I still loved every single caracther, Roshar above all, because he's amazing. And the writing is wonderful. So yes, apart for some complaints it was a great ending.
Sure, the author was brilliant as always, especially in the way she wrapped everything up. But I felt like she was less comfortable describing war than the Capital's intrigues.
The first part of the book is the best one. Fast-paced and emotional, I loved it. The ending is also really good, including the very last two pages or so, which are simply amazing. But with everything in the middle sometimes I struggled.
Don't get me wrong, I really liked this book, it was a good ending. And even when things were moving slowly, I still loved every single caracther, Roshar above all, because he's amazing. And the writing is wonderful. So yes, apart for some complaints it was a great ending.
bookdevouringmisfit's review against another edition
5.0
Me after finishing TWK:
Because how could I possibly write a review for this word wonder?? I can't. Not even my limited literary prowess (nonexistent really) can be enough to touch the extent of wonder and beauty of this book. How it made me laugh, cry and feel things I never thought I'd ever feel. I can't do it. I don't trust myself to be able to give this book the praise it deserves. Part of me wants to share this book to the whole world--this is just the book that deserves all the praises. But there's also this tiny part of me that wants to be selfish and just keep this book to myself. Because this book owned every fiber of my being so shouldn't I own it too?
I wanted to read this in one sitting but found that I can't. I needed to prolong the experience. To savor each and every word, moment and all those kisses. And damn, those kisses. The title truly didn't disappoint. Not one inch of this book did.
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IT'S OFFICIAL. I'M DEAD. COMING BACK TO LIFE WHEN THIS BOOK IS RELEASED.
Because how could I possibly write a review for this word wonder?? I can't. Not even my limited literary prowess (nonexistent really) can be enough to touch the extent of wonder and beauty of this book. How it made me laugh, cry and feel things I never thought I'd ever feel. I can't do it. I don't trust myself to be able to give this book the praise it deserves. Part of me wants to share this book to the whole world--this is just the book that deserves all the praises. But there's also this tiny part of me that wants to be selfish and just keep this book to myself. Because this book owned every fiber of my being so shouldn't I own it too?
I wanted to read this in one sitting but found that I can't. I needed to prolong the experience. To savor each and every word, moment and all those kisses. And damn, those kisses. The title truly didn't disappoint. Not one inch of this book did.
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IT'S OFFICIAL. I'M DEAD. COMING BACK TO LIFE WHEN THIS BOOK IS RELEASED.
agathesbooks's review against another edition
5.0
I love this trilogy so much +I am in love with Arin and Kestrel like bi panic ig
katie_southby's review against another edition
5.0
I loved this book! The story, the characters, the growth, the way they struggled for forgiveness.
This book ultimately feels better than the first two, with reading from both Krestel’s and Arin’s views. The way these characters grow together is amazing. Plus Marie has such a way with words, I love her writing style.
This book ultimately feels better than the first two, with reading from both Krestel’s and Arin’s views. The way these characters grow together is amazing. Plus Marie has such a way with words, I love her writing style.