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storiesofmagic's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
zelantrabooks's review against another edition
adventurous
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
yellowchevron's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
bhnmt61's review against another edition
4.0
There was a nearly ten-year gap between the original trilogy of this series and the fourth and fifth volumes, and then another five-ish years passed before this one was published. Which doesn’t always lead to the best outcomes— as evidenced by books 4 and 5, which were underwhelming. But I really enjoyed this, a prequel that tells the story of Sabriel’s parents. The ending was a little odd, but it was immediately absorbing, which is what I wanted. Good book.
jowithtwoiis's review against another edition
4.0
I feel like this was custom made for fans of the series. Answering questions that always swirled in the back of our minds and tying into Sabriel with the best kind of bow. This is how prequels should be done. Now if we could just get a sequel that tackles characters dealing with the Old Kingdom and a modern, present day Ancelstierre. That would be fun!
elmermel's review against another edition
adventurous
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? No
4.25
Loved being back in the Old Kingdom and loved getting to learn more about these Abhorsens! Great story, great characters.
cactusbby's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
deitable's review
adventurous
dark
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
4.0
abderiandumpling's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
skeleton_ashleigh's review against another edition
4.0
I love this book. I love all the Easter eggs and the "oh, I know how that plays out." Truly an amazing world.