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beastreader's review against another edition
4.0
I briefly remember seeing the first book when it was first released. I thought it sounded good and wanted to check it out. Yet, I never did and forgot to write it down to check out. In fact, I still had forgotten about this series until I got this book. Which I did not realize was the final book in the trilogy until I picked it up to read it. I almost thought about not reading this book because it sounded like too much history had taken place in the first two books. However I gave in and tried the book out. So glad I did not wait to read this book. I was able to get a good idea up front of what this series was able. Even though I had not read the first two books, I could feel the connection between Katie and Tomo.
The most fascinating part about this book is Tomo's ability and the rich history of Japan that the author infused into this book. I could not stop reading the book. It was like seeing a beautiful piece of art come alive before your eyes. I am now planning to go back and read book one and two.
The most fascinating part about this book is Tomo's ability and the rich history of Japan that the author infused into this book. I could not stop reading the book. It was like seeing a beautiful piece of art come alive before your eyes. I am now planning to go back and read book one and two.
cosy_novel_niche's review against another edition
3.0
The last book in the trilogy wraps the whole story without loose ends, however I wasn't completely satisfied. The final solution was too easy in my opinion and I wasn't able to shake off the feeling that it was an anime in a script form. Some scenes were very anime-like and even if it's not a bad think and I love anime, it was strange to see that in a book.
The characters really developed only in the last 10 pages and the side characters were only props used at certain points of the adventure (except for the bf of the male protagonist).
Overall is was an entertaining YA for teens that has a huge plus of being set in Japan and making people discover a little bit more about the culture, geography and language of the place.
The characters really developed only in the last 10 pages and the side characters were only props used at certain points of the adventure (except for the bf of the male protagonist).
Overall is was an entertaining YA for teens that has a huge plus of being set in Japan and making people discover a little bit more about the culture, geography and language of the place.
ctep's review against another edition
3.0
I reached the end of the trilogy and was still left with questions. The ending wasn't a bad one but I was excited to be able to see the entire godly world that was created to the author and instead was just given a sneak peak. There were many legends that seemed to determine the fate of Katie and Tomo but I don't think that the audience was given privy to them leading to a slight disappointment and emptiness. Honestly I would be interested in having one more novel come up to really wrap things up, or maybe I was simply not ready to leave that world.
kitsunebi_reads's review
4.0
I'm so happy to have taken this journey with Yuu and Katie. Storm the final book in the Paper Gods trilogy moved at a slow pace for most of the book, but the ending is completely worth it.
haia_929's review against another edition
3.0
This is a trimmed down version of my review, to view the full review visit The Book Ramble.
For Katie and Tomo time is running out. They'll soon have to face the destiny written for them by the kami. The tragedy of the gods is about to repeat itself and Katie and Tomo's lives are at stake because of it. They'll have to gather the secrets of the kami as well as their three treasures in able to stop the world from coming to an end in an epic repeat of a centuries old battle between gods.
This was probably not my favourite of the books in the series, but I still really liked it a lot. As always I liked the action and the plot the most, the characters are a little less that perfect. The main problem with this final installment in the series though is that the pacing was really rather bad.
I really enjoyed the action in this book. There were a few really cool fights making use of the magic ink powers that Jun, Ikeda, Tomo, and Katie all have. I especially loved the final fight of the book, I think it was the best written one of the series and will surely prove to be the most memorable. Beyond the fighting though I really enjoyed the exploration into the past of the kami and the trekking all around Japan that Tomo and Katie did because it really brought something interesting to the book.
The characters to me are just sort of...meh? I don't know if it's a problem of the narrative (first person), but to me everything felt kind of passive and uninvolved. I've never been a huge fan of Katie, she's not a particularly strong lead. Tomo's characterization has always felt kind of wishy washy to me, and I think that's excused a lot by the warring gods inside of him, but it still feels very inconsistent. I thought Jun was better developed by the end of this book but it came too late. Overall they're not really the best thing about this book, and often feel like a shortcoming for the novels.
The biggest problem by far was the pacing though. It took me well over 50 pages to really get into the book, before that I couldn't get 3 pages without becoming bored. Even past that point that I often found the action to drag or become overly contemplative instead of really active.
This wasn't the best in the series but it is still a very good series in general. I'd recommend reading it, because it's a unique and interesting read.
For Katie and Tomo time is running out. They'll soon have to face the destiny written for them by the kami. The tragedy of the gods is about to repeat itself and Katie and Tomo's lives are at stake because of it. They'll have to gather the secrets of the kami as well as their three treasures in able to stop the world from coming to an end in an epic repeat of a centuries old battle between gods.
This was probably not my favourite of the books in the series, but I still really liked it a lot. As always I liked the action and the plot the most, the characters are a little less that perfect. The main problem with this final installment in the series though is that the pacing was really rather bad.
I really enjoyed the action in this book. There were a few really cool fights making use of the magic ink powers that Jun, Ikeda, Tomo, and Katie all have. I especially loved the final fight of the book, I think it was the best written one of the series and will surely prove to be the most memorable. Beyond the fighting though I really enjoyed the exploration into the past of the kami and the trekking all around Japan that Tomo and Katie did because it really brought something interesting to the book.
The characters to me are just sort of...meh? I don't know if it's a problem of the narrative (first person), but to me everything felt kind of passive and uninvolved. I've never been a huge fan of Katie, she's not a particularly strong lead. Tomo's characterization has always felt kind of wishy washy to me, and I think that's excused a lot by the warring gods inside of him, but it still feels very inconsistent. I thought Jun was better developed by the end of this book but it came too late. Overall they're not really the best thing about this book, and often feel like a shortcoming for the novels.
The biggest problem by far was the pacing though. It took me well over 50 pages to really get into the book, before that I couldn't get 3 pages without becoming bored. Even past that point that I often found the action to drag or become overly contemplative instead of really active.
This wasn't the best in the series but it is still a very good series in general. I'd recommend reading it, because it's a unique and interesting read.
foodtabas's review
emotional
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? It's complicated
3.5
lpcoolgirl's review against another edition
5.0
Loved reading this book, and it was a fantastic end to this series! Loved how things wrapped up!
thechaoshour's review
5.0
Initial Thoughts
I knew nothing going into this book. I was expecting something along the lines of Inkheart if anyone has read that. I’m so glad that I was wrong and that it turned out to be an incredible series that I couldn’t put down.
My New BFF
I really liked Katie in this series. I liked how she wasn’t just in a new city in the same country like we tend to see, but she’s in a new city in a whole different country! I loved learning all about the Japanese culture with her. We got to see so many little things that I wasn’t expecting. It’s like I had moved with her and was learning it all at the same time. Katie made it all seem so easy though. I’m jealous of her ability to adapt so quickly.
My Crush
Tomohiro is an easy character to fall in love with. At first he seems like the bad boy which is what gets you at the start. Then once Katie starts being around him more you see how sweet and selfless he is. Can you imagine being a teenager and going through all those emotions and then having crazy, out of control powers at the same time? I admire him for keeping his control for so long. I didn’t like how he just accepted his fate though. Maybe he was just tired of fighting but he always just figured he’d die in the end. I’m glad Katie was there to tell him otherwise.
Writing Style
My favourite part about this book was learning about the culture. I don’t think I’ve read any other books set in Japan so it was really refreshing to read something not set in the U.S. You get tired of being in the same place for so long. I also really loved all the characters. There was almost a love triangle, which I got nervous about, but you could tell that Katie and Tomo were going to stay together. All the other characters were really interesting though.
Closing Thoughts
This will forever be a favourite series I think. I’m a sucker for any book that relates to any of the Gods. I’m glad that I got to learn about the Japanese Gods this time because I’m getting a little tired of the Greek ones. I’m really happy with how this series turned out and I’ll probably recommend it to just about everyone.
I knew nothing going into this book. I was expecting something along the lines of Inkheart if anyone has read that. I’m so glad that I was wrong and that it turned out to be an incredible series that I couldn’t put down.
My New BFF
I really liked Katie in this series. I liked how she wasn’t just in a new city in the same country like we tend to see, but she’s in a new city in a whole different country! I loved learning all about the Japanese culture with her. We got to see so many little things that I wasn’t expecting. It’s like I had moved with her and was learning it all at the same time. Katie made it all seem so easy though. I’m jealous of her ability to adapt so quickly.
My Crush
Tomohiro is an easy character to fall in love with. At first he seems like the bad boy which is what gets you at the start. Then once Katie starts being around him more you see how sweet and selfless he is. Can you imagine being a teenager and going through all those emotions and then having crazy, out of control powers at the same time? I admire him for keeping his control for so long. I didn’t like how he just accepted his fate though. Maybe he was just tired of fighting but he always just figured he’d die in the end. I’m glad Katie was there to tell him otherwise.
Writing Style
My favourite part about this book was learning about the culture. I don’t think I’ve read any other books set in Japan so it was really refreshing to read something not set in the U.S. You get tired of being in the same place for so long. I also really loved all the characters. There was almost a love triangle, which I got nervous about, but you could tell that Katie and Tomo were going to stay together. All the other characters were really interesting though.
Closing Thoughts
This will forever be a favourite series I think. I’m a sucker for any book that relates to any of the Gods. I’m glad that I got to learn about the Japanese Gods this time because I’m getting a little tired of the Greek ones. I’m really happy with how this series turned out and I’ll probably recommend it to just about everyone.