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alina21x's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
indywonder05's review against another edition
3.0
I am going to complain yet again that I wish I could give 1/2 stars, I would have given it 2 1/2 stars instead of three. (Really what do stars mean anyway?)
Ok moving on. I liked the idea of this book. I liked the characters and I even liked the story. I thought Syd was strong but not obnoxiously so. I thought her constant questioning was well questionable but then really if I was being dragged half way across my world by a wizard I guess I would have a lot of questions too. I liked North, perfectly flawed. I did not like his lack of confidence towards the end I am guessing there is a sequel in the works but I still felt he should have been more sure of himself. He is an amazing wizard after all. The timing was a bit off for me. Sometimes I felt like things were really, really slow and then amazing moments went by way too fast. I felt that the author found her pacing towards the end. Overall I would recommend this book to romance/fantasy readers who want something that is not patently romance.
Ok moving on. I liked the idea of this book. I liked the characters and I even liked the story. I thought Syd was strong but not obnoxiously so. I thought her constant questioning was well questionable but then really if I was being dragged half way across my world by a wizard I guess I would have a lot of questions too. I liked North, perfectly flawed. I did not like his lack of confidence towards the end I am guessing there is a sequel in the works but I still felt he should have been more sure of himself. He is an amazing wizard after all. The timing was a bit off for me. Sometimes I felt like things were really, really slow and then amazing moments went by way too fast. I felt that the author found her pacing towards the end. Overall I would recommend this book to romance/fantasy readers who want something that is not patently romance.
nina1117's review against another edition
5.0
I braved extreme carsickness because I simply HAD to finish this book! Great story with amazing characters! And just like Howl, I love Wayland North! Apparently slightly selfish, cursed wizards are my type. Now where might I find my own?
nooreo's review against another edition
maybe i just hate men, but the love interest in this book was the most manipulative mf in literature. and even worse is that everything he did/said was painted out to be aww-so-troubled. he literally put a leash on her without her knowing and then when she found out it was fight, no apology, and then “awww nvm he cares for me”. girl?? both of you need therapy for different reasons.
i only read this so i could say i finally finished all YA bracken books. 2.8 for enjoyment, 3.00 objectively.
i only read this so i could say i finally finished all YA bracken books. 2.8 for enjoyment, 3.00 objectively.
haewilya's review against another edition
3.0
The world is interesting but not much of it was used really. The first half of it feels disjointed to me too. The second part was much better though.
pollyroth's review against another edition
3.0
I really enjoyed [a:Alexandra Bracken|2973783|Alexandra Bracken|https://d.gr-assets.com/authors/1246668771p2/2973783.jpg]'s [b:The Darkest Minds|17074231|The Darkest Minds|Alexandra Bracken|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1368419252s/17074231.jpg|15483434], which is the only reason I had heard, and therefore read, this book. And I am somewhat disapointed with what I got.
Sydelle has always wanted to leave her small, dry town of Cliffton. But she never envisioned leaving everyone she knew behind because a wizard brought the town rain and took her in return. Now she must travel the long journey, with the insufferable wizard no less, to the capital to relay information that could stop a war.
The beginning of this book was so confusing I was sure I had missed a page or so. There was no clear reference to how much time had passed since she left Cliffton, and the author made it sound like it had been months. Sydelle knew all these things about North and wizards and their quest, none of which was explained until the 120th page!
When the beginning is finally over, I started to like the book. Sydelle's stubbornness is admirable, and North obviously started to have deep feelings for her, completely turning my opinion of his character around. And the last twenty pages were so undeniably sweet!
The plot kept moving, there was never much sitting around for North and Sydelle. (He he..) I never truly understood what Dorwan's problem and motive was, but he definitely added excitement to the book.
Overall, better execution in the first 75 pages or so, and this book could really be great.
Sydelle has always wanted to leave her small, dry town of Cliffton. But she never envisioned leaving everyone she knew behind because a wizard brought the town rain and took her in return. Now she must travel the long journey, with the insufferable wizard no less, to the capital to relay information that could stop a war.
The beginning of this book was so confusing I was sure I had missed a page or so. There was no clear reference to how much time had passed since she left Cliffton, and the author made it sound like it had been months. Sydelle knew all these things about North and wizards and their quest, none of which was explained until the 120th page!
When the beginning is finally over, I started to like the book. Sydelle's stubbornness is admirable, and North obviously started to have deep feelings for her, completely turning my opinion of his character around. And the last twenty pages were so undeniably sweet!
The plot kept moving, there was never much sitting around for North and Sydelle. (He he..) I never truly understood what Dorwan's problem and motive was, but he definitely added excitement to the book.
Overall, better execution in the first 75 pages or so, and this book could really be great.
spookykestrel's review against another edition
4.0
Ok so the book started out kinda weird and chapters were SO long, BUT it got so much better as the book went on.
jkribbit's review against another edition
3.0
I think I've been spoiled by Robin McKinley. Her world building in the fantasy genre is exquisite. I never feel lost in her books.
That is not the case with "Brightly Woven." Alexandra Bracken has a fantastic story to tell, but the execution left something to be desired. If I hadn't been so excited by the story, I probably wouldn't have been so bothered by the poor writing. I still enjoyed the book - I was just disappointed in the lost potential. It could have become one of my new favorites but instead was only okay.
That is not the case with "Brightly Woven." Alexandra Bracken has a fantastic story to tell, but the execution left something to be desired. If I hadn't been so excited by the story, I probably wouldn't have been so bothered by the poor writing. I still enjoyed the book - I was just disappointed in the lost potential. It could have become one of my new favorites but instead was only okay.
stephhreads's review against another edition
4.0
BRIGHTLY WOVEN is one of those books that make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside when you finish reading it. It was a sweet, cute romance. I liked Bracken's take on magic and talismans -- it was certainly something new in a world of fantasy novels where the types of magic in books begin to blend together with their similarity. I did not find it particularly spectacular in any way, and I doubt it will make a lasting impression in my memory, but it was an enjoyable read.
The only thing that bothered me was that in the beginning, the book was only "okay". The writing felt forced and awkward, and there was something missing there. However, as the story went on, I found myself growing more attached to the characters. It did take quite a while to get there. As a result, I would give BRIGHTLY WOVEN four-and-a-half stars rather than the full five, but I will round up in my rating because of the final impression left by the last half of the book.
The only thing that bothered me was that in the beginning, the book was only "okay". The writing felt forced and awkward, and there was something missing there. However, as the story went on, I found myself growing more attached to the characters. It did take quite a while to get there. As a result, I would give BRIGHTLY WOVEN four-and-a-half stars rather than the full five, but I will round up in my rating because of the final impression left by the last half of the book.
otherworldlyreader's review against another edition
5.0
I loooved it!! It was set in it's own world, kinda like the book Graceling was. It's got a great love story, adventure, characters, everything! I loved it!
RE-READ: Any time I read this book, it always makes me so happy! I just love the story and how well developed the characters and plot are.
RE-READ: Any time I read this book, it always makes me so happy! I just love the story and how well developed the characters and plot are.