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gwennoliaid's review
5.0
One of my favourite books as a child - unique in many ways among children's fiction for not 'dumbing down' the language, meaning you can get lost in the beautiful writing as well as lost in the plot. Really beautiful writing that treats childrens fiction with respect - and beautifully so.
aeolias's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
gemrox's review
adventurous
informative
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
emlo's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
mysterious
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
3.5
I didn't enjoy this book as much as the lie tree or skinful of shadows. I found the plot a little difficult to follow at times. It was sill a good read with a really interesting world and characters.
rynflynn12's review against another edition
adventurous
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
3.5
dcgu's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
small_giant_plans's review
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.5
thebooklender's review against another edition
4.0
Rip roaring and adventuresome, France's Hardinge's first book celebrates the power of words and ideas.
trenchcoat_moss's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
hayleybeale's review
5.0
I wish I could give Fly by Night 6 stars - it's the best read I've had for ages: clever, inventive and imaginative, complex and snortingly funny. And there's a sequel on the way...