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sarahlou79's review against another edition
slow-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
3.75
akazen's review against another edition
5.0
This book was so goddamm good.
It was purely great at parts but also enraging (in a good way) at parts too. Hobb is a writer who I think is amazing at pulling emotions out of her readers; there was a moment which I would call a 'shank and a twist' - gut wrenching but there were also moments that were extremely exciting. I really recommend this book.
The main character is undeniably interesting but what I enjoyed most was that all the characters all had some general depth to them, especially the side characters. The characters are rarely simple or flat and that is what made it so good to me!
Onwards to the Royal Assassin!
(Note: I recommend the illustrated editions!)
4.8*
It was purely great at parts but also enraging (in a good way) at parts too. Hobb is a writer who I think is amazing at pulling emotions out of her readers; there was a moment which I would call a 'shank and a twist' - gut wrenching but there were also moments that were extremely exciting. I really recommend this book.
The main character is undeniably interesting but what I enjoyed most was that all the characters all had some general depth to them, especially the side characters. The characters are rarely simple or flat and that is what made it so good to me!
Onwards to the Royal Assassin!
(Note: I recommend the illustrated editions!)
4.8*
topherjames12's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
The book was well-written with beautiful phrasing, but the slow storyline and constant trauma experienced by the main character made it challenging to continue reading at times. While it picks up towards the end, it may not meet expectations for those seeking an epic fantasy. Overall, I enjoyed it but it didn't leave me eagerly anticipating the sequel.
janelegan's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
whomever_0's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
5.0
paper_graham's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
4.0
undervmountain's review against another edition
adventurous
reflective
slow-paced
5.0
I kept hearing about this book on repeat for a week before I saw it in a charity shop and decided that was a sign from the universe that I should read it. I guess the universe was correct, because I loved every moment spent following Fitz as he grew up in the castle and trained in the arts of assassination and magic, learning the customs of the royals and servants alike.
Although this is a slower paced book, there's still a lot happening. We're following Fitz through years of his life as he becomes a teenager, and is challenged by the royals who see him as a potential threat to throne. There's a colourful cast of characters, all with their own agendas, and I could almost see the pieces shifting around the board, leading up to the events in the final chapter.
Although Fitz has magical abilities, and starts to learn how to use them in this book, a bigger focus is given to his assassin training, which I found more interesting. This training helped place him in pivotal moments of this world's history, and you see it happening through his eyes, as he tells his story.
Although this is a slower paced book, there's still a lot happening. We're following Fitz through years of his life as he becomes a teenager, and is challenged by the royals who see him as a potential threat to throne. There's a colourful cast of characters, all with their own agendas, and I could almost see the pieces shifting around the board, leading up to the events in the final chapter.
Although Fitz has magical abilities, and starts to learn how to use them in this book, a bigger focus is given to his assassin training, which I found more interesting. This training helped place him in pivotal moments of this world's history, and you see it happening through his eyes, as he tells his story.
frederike1504's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
sid_the_sloth105's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
twilightmagi's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0