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3.92 AVERAGE
3.92 AVERAGE
After picking up the Dresden Files series last year, I'd been curious as to how Butcher's traditional fantasy series would pan out, so I finally decided to pick them up and give them a shot. At first, I was disappointed by the third-person POV and far less snarky voice (one of the things so much I love about Dresden Files is Harry Dresden's flip), but as the book eased into the multiple POVs there's no other way it could have worked.
There are some fantasy staples here--orphan boy living under his uncle's wing that is known as being "different," the young student that is betrayed by her mentor, and a coup in plotting. I didn't mind so much, as the characters were all pretty interesting without relying heavily on fantasy cookie cutter personalities.
I was happy to see quite a number of strong, independent-thinking women in here, as well. By far my favorites in here were Amara and Isana, and while both of them at times needed help from others they were thankfully not damsels in distress.
Overall, really enjoyable!
There are some fantasy staples here--orphan boy living under his uncle's wing that is known as being "different," the young student that is betrayed by her mentor, and a coup in plotting. I didn't mind so much, as the characters were all pretty interesting without relying heavily on fantasy cookie cutter personalities.
I was happy to see quite a number of strong, independent-thinking women in here, as well. By far my favorites in here were Amara and Isana, and while both of them at times needed help from others they were thankfully not damsels in distress.
Overall, really enjoyable!
adventurous
inspiring
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
these books are amazing...i am waiting to read the third and the wait is killing me!
I tried to like this book, but couldn't do it. Too many characters, too much fighting, too much politics, and magic that didn't make sense. With access to all those furies, why would life be difficult at all?
Side note: Why didn't the editor catch the fact that two (unrelated) female characters were described as having cobweb-like hair within the first few chapters? That's some lazy writing, there.
Side note: Why didn't the editor catch the fact that two (unrelated) female characters were described as having cobweb-like hair within the first few chapters? That's some lazy writing, there.
Libby/audio
2.5 stars
I think this was a bit too gruesome for me. It's also very sexualized, which bothered me.
I found my self tuning out often, and just trying to race through as fast as possible so it would be over.
There were parts of the story i liked. But i don't think i care about it enough to continue on with the series.
2.5 stars
I think this was a bit too gruesome for me. It's also very sexualized, which bothered me.
I found my self tuning out often, and just trying to race through as fast as possible so it would be over.
There were parts of the story i liked. But i don't think i care about it enough to continue on with the series.
adventurous
dark
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I was hesitant to start this series because I'm such a fan of Mr. Butcher's Harry Dresden books. But I'm glad I did.
I love the world he's created. The furies are embodiments of the elements and they can bond with humans. It's a very clever idea and he works it very well. The characters, too are lovable and detestable (depending on the author's intent). But my biggest takeway is the pace. Oh. my. god. It's all rise!
The breakneck pace makes for a very quick and engaging read. Unlike most fantasy series he sets up characters on the board and quickly moves them together. There's no waiting for two plots to move together.
This is shaping up to be a great series, I'm looking forward to the next book.
I love the world he's created. The furies are embodiments of the elements and they can bond with humans. It's a very clever idea and he works it very well. The characters, too are lovable and detestable (depending on the author's intent). But my biggest takeway is the pace. Oh. my. god. It's all rise!
The breakneck pace makes for a very quick and engaging read. Unlike most fantasy series he sets up characters on the board and quickly moves them together. There's no waiting for two plots to move together.
This is shaping up to be a great series, I'm looking forward to the next book.
This is one of the 100 NPR series I hadn't read, so I'm getting to it! Loved the first, already into the second.
The book is okay overall and I enjoyed reading it. I appreciated that it was a more imaginative fantasy based off of the Roman Empire but also everyone has a pokemon. What I didn't like is that the story has several parts in the middle where the plot seems to be moving slowly or at least for me, it felt they were sort of boring. Something I thought could be done better is to give the furies (which are kind of like pokemon) more personality. While I can remember Pikachu and a couple other of Ash's pokemon I can tell that I will most likely forget the main character's furies shortly after I just finished reading this book. I think I will continue with the second book and hope that I will like it more now that the author has established the characters and the world in this first book. Also shoutout to my friend and former co-worker who provided me the book to read in the first place. Thank you @annapi