Scan barcode
sarahblueskies's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
Content Warnings
Moderate: Animal death and Terminal illness
alkora's review
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
dawn_marie's review
3.0
The Road to Farringale is the first installment in Charlotte English's charming Modern Magick series and follows the adventures of Cordelia "Ves" Vespar, a member/agent for the Society of Magickal Heritage.
While on a routine mission with her new partner, Jay, to retrieve two magical creatures from a Troll Enclave, the pair learn that something some strange illness is infecting the inhabitants of not only the enclave they visited, but several others across the country. Ves and Jay, along with the dapper Count Alban (of the Troll Court) are sent to investigate the cause of the illness.
Although the story is less novella and more television episode (complete with typical television cliffhanger), it is completely enjoyable. The pacing is quick, filled with action, snappy dialog, interesting settings (who doesn't like a sentient House?
While on a routine mission with her new partner, Jay, to retrieve two magical creatures from a Troll Enclave, the pair learn that something some strange illness is infecting the inhabitants of not only the enclave they visited, but several others across the country. Ves and Jay, along with the dapper Count Alban (of the Troll Court) are sent to investigate the cause of the illness.
Although the story is less novella and more television episode (complete with typical television cliffhanger), it is completely enjoyable. The pacing is quick, filled with action, snappy dialog, interesting settings (who doesn't like a sentient House?
lucyreadsagain's review
adventurous
challenging
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
zachswain's review against another edition
3.0
BLUF: Fun jaunt, interesting characters, interesting alternate history, short.
readers_pov's review against another edition
The e-book service I used ended so I had no chance to finish the book.
withyly's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
This was a short, light-hearted read. I kind of expected the story to delve into how the trolls would be saved and rebuilt so it felt kind of unfinished before giving us a hint of what's happening in the next book.
solangelicag's review
adventurous
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
southern_sea's review against another edition
4.0
I was looking for a relaxing book to listen to before bed, and this was recommended to me as a light and fun, almost slice-of-life fantasy. The recommendation was accurate, and it was exactly what I needed.
I didn't know this was part of a web serial, but it explains a couple of the flaws I noticed, such as the abrupt ending. I also would have liked to get to know the characters better.
Overall, however, I'm very satisfied with this book and I will continue the series.
I didn't know this was part of a web serial, but it explains a couple of the flaws I noticed, such as the abrupt ending. I also would have liked to get to know the characters better.
Overall, however, I'm very satisfied with this book and I will continue the series.