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3.95 AVERAGE
3.95 AVERAGE
Probably as good as the first two but I think I'm reading them all in succession too quickly. I'll probably take a YA break for a bit before coming back to book 4. That said, good progression and the mythology of the world, and the Elders in particular, continues to be fleshed out at a good pace.
I enjoyed the third instalment of the series but I feel like the structure is getting very repetitive. I think I shall continue. I think this is the only book series where I'm rooting for the bad guys more than the good!
My Recommendation: Same for the entire series, if you’re reading them for the first time I’m sure you will LOVE them! The myths and legends Scott brings to life throughout the series are so well crafted and have such great personalities they stay with you. The only downside of the series, and this is coming from a re-read perspective, is that it’s hard to ignore what you know at the end. It was really hard not to let what I know about the end of the series affect my re-read of the series. For a lot of the time I was able to ignore it, but it was always there.
My Response:Again, there is no stopping in this series. This book is still within the same week as The Alchemyst and The Magician. We’ve gone across two continents and multiple eras, we’ve met gods and goddesses and historical figures long believed to be dead, and yet we’re still only just beginning to delve into the world Scott created. The whirlwind will continue through to book six.
In The Sorceress, Scott expands the folklore and mythology he is drawing on. He ties creatures from Greek and Rome to those of Egypt (hello Rick Riordan), but then brings in Irish, British and Mexican. In this book he introduces an ancient Sumerian character, Gilgamesh. And even later in the series he brings in Japanese, American and Native American immortals, monsters of legends and elders. He could easily have created dozens of books based on just the few individuals he introduces throughout the series.
Continue reading on my book blog at geoffwhaley.com.
My Response:Again, there is no stopping in this series. This book is still within the same week as The Alchemyst and The Magician. We’ve gone across two continents and multiple eras, we’ve met gods and goddesses and historical figures long believed to be dead, and yet we’re still only just beginning to delve into the world Scott created. The whirlwind will continue through to book six.
In The Sorceress, Scott expands the folklore and mythology he is drawing on. He ties creatures from Greek and Rome to those of Egypt (hello Rick Riordan), but then brings in Irish, British and Mexican. In this book he introduces an ancient Sumerian character, Gilgamesh. And even later in the series he brings in Japanese, American and Native American immortals, monsters of legends and elders. He could easily have created dozens of books based on just the few individuals he introduces throughout the series.
Continue reading on my book blog at geoffwhaley.com.
A little slow for me until the end. Some intriguing character additions. The thing I like about the series is that you really do not know who can be fully trusted or if anyone can as the characters all have multiple dimensions. Looking forward to meeting more new characters.
Reading this I felt that it would be a three star review. Something about The Sorceress wasn't as compelling as the first two books in the series, but there were so many unexpected plot twists, including the ending, that I just couldn't give it less than four stars.
I am excited to see where the series goes. It's the first series in a while that I find myself not able to put down. The adventure, the suspense, the plot twists. . .they all keep me coming back for more.
I am excited to see where the series goes. It's the first series in a while that I find myself not able to put down. The adventure, the suspense, the plot twists. . .they all keep me coming back for more.
Second Re-read: I totally forgot about that ending. This was probably my least favorite since the start of the series, even though Josh does get slightly less annoying. I want more Scatty and Joan.
First Read: The most interesting thing about this story is the world it's creating. The elders are pretty much old gods and I find that fascinating.
First Read: The most interesting thing about this story is the world it's creating. The elders are pretty much old gods and I find that fascinating.
adventurous
emotional
inspiring
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Number three in the series. I feel myself wearying a bit. The formula was fun in the first book, and seems a bit repetitive by the third. I'll definitely read the fourth (and I think final) book though. All in all a very enjoyable young adult series.
adventurous
emotional
funny
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
fast-paced