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daeros's review against another edition
4.0
it's been many years since I first read this book but it was my introduction to lackey and I Realize I was disobedient in terms of what series I picked up by the writer first.
my 13 year old nerdy self found the main character relatable enough to be of interest I was always a strong willed child and drawn to people of a similiar nature.
The one thing I did want to say about her as a Writer though the most is that Lackey doesn't really cram in the long run of the Valdemar series a lot of politics down the throats of her readers but what little we can glimpse of her political outlook from reading her novels is very much so the senitments I share.
As I comb through this time in order I note for instance the writer stresses quiet often that there is no "one true way" and the "Beneovolents" are the Progressive thinkers who essentially buck patriarchical systems as well as as rigid hierarchies and I have to agree with the writer.
I'm sorry for this review not really being specific to owlflight because it's not the most recent read I've done and I need to go back at some point.
But I did want to stress that Her politics and mine are very similiar so she's an enjoyable read.
it's not like she's Larry Niven writing great Sci fi but forcing his libertarianism down our throats.
my 13 year old nerdy self found the main character relatable enough to be of interest I was always a strong willed child and drawn to people of a similiar nature.
The one thing I did want to say about her as a Writer though the most is that Lackey doesn't really cram in the long run of the Valdemar series a lot of politics down the throats of her readers but what little we can glimpse of her political outlook from reading her novels is very much so the senitments I share.
As I comb through this time in order I note for instance the writer stresses quiet often that there is no "one true way" and the "Beneovolents" are the Progressive thinkers who essentially buck patriarchical systems as well as as rigid hierarchies and I have to agree with the writer.
I'm sorry for this review not really being specific to owlflight because it's not the most recent read I've done and I need to go back at some point.
But I did want to stress that Her politics and mine are very similiar so she's an enjoyable read.
it's not like she's Larry Niven writing great Sci fi but forcing his libertarianism down our throats.
witkopa's review against another edition
4.0
This is great! I love the world building and the character growth of the protagonist. Reading about a child that finds a new home, but still wants to do right by his own people is really heartwarming. Even the characters that didn't speak much (birds) seemed to have real personalities instead of just being extra NPC type characters thrown in the background. Looking forward to reading the others!
grace_b_3's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Death of parent, and War
Moderate: Slavery
Minor: Physical abuse and Animal death
tani's review against another edition
3.0
This book is pretty typical Lackey: angsty and mistreated kid has some adventures, proves himself, and grows up a little in the process. If that's the kind of thing that you're looking for, then the book is enjoyable. Maybe it was just me, but I did think that this particular book was a little slow, which prevented me from liking it as much as I might have. Still, I'll probably read the other two books in the trilogy eventually.
scoutthepages's review against another edition
DNF in the first chapter.
To be fair to the book, I didn't think I was going to like it. I just want it off my bookshelf
To be fair to the book, I didn't think I was going to like it. I just want it off my bookshelf
saphirablue's review against another edition
3.0
I like to see a new part of Valdemar and get to know new people/cultures in this world.
I like Darian even though he's been very whiney and repetitive about a few things.
I like Snowfire and Nightwind and hope we get to know more about Wintersky.
I really like Kel and am looking forward to read more about the fledgling. ;)
The story is the typical "bad guys raid village of young hero" story but it was still nice to read about.
bibliophilicwitch's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
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
Read: ~2005
Reread: 12/31/23
My first reread of this trilogy since high school!
Having just read the Mage Storms trilogy before diving into the Owl Mage trilogy I have realized that Lackey's writing style is very slice of life and telling. We follow our characters as they do simply every day tasks while they think through every single detail of the past and their feelings and what they should do about those details so we are told how they feel and we should feel. I don't hate this, but its good to know for those that haven't read much Lackey and are interested in checking it out.
Darrion is a typical orphaned and mistreated fantasy main character who ends up in extraordinary circumstances. I love reading Valdemar for that trope, so it isn't a negative for me. Darrion is pretty whiney for the first half of this book, but we get a lot of context to help us remember he is a child dealing with trauma and are able to accept him with the context.
Reread: 12/31/23
My first reread of this trilogy since high school!
Having just read the Mage Storms trilogy before diving into the Owl Mage trilogy I have realized that Lackey's writing style is very slice of life and telling. We follow our characters as they do simply every day tasks while they think through every single detail of the past and their feelings and what they should do about those details so we are told how they feel and we should feel. I don't hate this, but its good to know for those that haven't read much Lackey and are interested in checking it out.
Darrion is a typical orphaned and mistreated fantasy main character who ends up in extraordinary circumstances. I love reading Valdemar for that trope, so it isn't a negative for me. Darrion is pretty whiney for the first half of this book, but we get a lot of context to help us remember he is a child dealing with trauma and are able to accept him with the context.
gmancam's review against another edition
3.0
This book was a pleasant surprise. The themes explores around a child's mental health is both thoughtful and educational. There is no lack in the magical department either with some very imaginative creatures and abilities also being showcased. A very comfy and touching read for all ages.
mbs1236's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
inspiring
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5