Reviews

The Wind Runner by Pirateaba

brahel's review against another edition

adventurous funny inspiring lighthearted 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? No

3.0

Great addition to the series, but I find it has too many side stories and isn’t focused enough. While I enjoy it - I am eager for more progress and a solid story. I had hoped being called “Windrunner” it would focus on one character, but it moves on to other stories relatively quickly.

Like I said - enjoyable, worth the time, but lacking solid direction. 

pocketardis's review

adventurous 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? It's complicated

5.0

dalist_nirgendwo's review

adventurous emotional funny sad medium-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

4.5

creativeflow's review against another edition

adventurous challenging emotional funny sad slow-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? No

4.25

faitelle's review against another edition

adventurous medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

nest's review against another edition

adventurous emotional

• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.5

courtusesthis's review against another edition

adventurous emotional hopeful medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.5

shonari's review

4.0

The Wind Runner serves as a much-needed interlude in the series' intensifying narrative. Often, readers might label such a book as 'filler,' but in this context, it feels essential. After the whirlwind of events in the previous instalments, this book acts as a narrative 'palate cleanser,' giving readers a chance to breathe and regroup.

One of the book's strengths is its focus on slice-of-life elements, offering a more grounded and intimate look at the characters we've grown to care about. It's a chance to delve deeper into their stories, filling in gaps and enriching their arcs. While the stakes remain high, the pacing allows for more character development and introspection.

The book does an admirable job of tying up several loose ends, providing closure to some ongoing threads while skillfully laying the groundwork for future developments. This approach not only satisfies the reader's immediate curiosity but also builds anticipation for what's to come in the next phase of the series.

Overall, The Wind Runner might not have the same action-packed intensity as its predecessors, but its contribution to character development and story progression is invaluable, making it a crucial and enjoyable addition to The Wandering Inn saga.

jaduxenn's review against another edition

adventurous dark emotional mysterious relaxing medium-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? No

4.75

arodda's review against another edition

adventurous 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

5.0