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lisawhelpley's review against another edition
3.0
I am not sure how I got this book, but it was in my house, and I read it. I'm not familiar with the author or with the series, but I found this to be a charming story with some twists.
leesmyth's review against another edition
4.0
Definitely more fun than I expected! Probably 3.5 stars.
rebelbelle13's review against another edition
4.0
The third installment of The Wolves Chronicles feels awfully similar to the previous entry, Black Hearts in Battersea. There are missing people, folks hiding their identities, and Hanoverian plot to overthrow the sitting king of England, which it is up to the children of the story to put a stop to. This time we get a different setting- on board a whaling ship to start, and then on the island of Nantucket. The story is fun and whimsical. It includes a pink whale that follows a sea captain around, and a huge cannon that is purported to fire across the Atlantic Ocean. These magical elements add a little something extra to the cozy, fireplace-read. Dido is a much better character in this installment than she was in the previous one, and Dutiful Penitence grows on you as she evolves into the best version of herself. It's a fun little adventure, and I honestly can't wait to get my hands on the next!
estelessa's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Loveable characters? Yes
3.5
luweebayy's review against another edition
4.0
I love how the books in this series don’t follow the same main character but they’re all linked together. This one was slightly more predictable from the last two, it could possibly be because I’ve read three of these books in two days, but it was still enjoyable just the same.
ashleylm's review against another edition
4.0
Another treat. I'm a huge fan of the tone and texture of her works. I'm quite sure they won't be for everybody, but for me, they strike a sweet spot. They're fun, without being relentlessly action-packed. The characters are interesting and distinctive. Even when stuck in the direst of circumstances the protagonists are cheerful and optimistic. And it's all just weird and quirky enough to elevate it beyond exceedingly pleasant, to exceedingly interesting.
(Note: 5 stars = amazing, wonderful, 4 = very good book, 3 = decent read, 2 = disappointing, 1 = awful, just awful. I'm fairly good at picking for myself so end up with a lot of 4s).
(Note: 5 stars = amazing, wonderful, 4 = very good book, 3 = decent read, 2 = disappointing, 1 = awful, just awful. I'm fairly good at picking for myself so end up with a lot of 4s).
chrissireads's review against another edition
3.0
It centres around 10 year old Dido, she wakes up from a ten month coma aboard a whaling ship. When Dido feels better, she is asked by Captain Casket to make friends with his daughter who refuses to leave her cabin. Dido teaches the daughter, Pen, to let go and have fun. Eventually, Pen becomes confident to leave the cabin and have some adventures with Dido. Captain Casket is on a mission to find a pink whale. He leaves Dido and Pen with Aunt Tribulation whilst he searches for the pink whale. Aunt Tribulation is pretty awful forcing the girls to do chores and wait on her. Dido teaches Pen to stand up for herself against Aunt Tribulation!
This series has some fabulous characters and there’s a lot of characters to explore. I think young children will enjoy the main character, Dido. She’s brave and forward. She’s a little bit cocky, but in a loveable way.
I wasn’t a massive fan of this book although I can definitely appreciate that most children will enjoy the adventure. I just wasn’t sold on the moments on the ship. It didn’t capture my attention as much as the previous books have. I felt like it was very over the top and whilst I recognise that this series is a little over the top, I didn’t connect with the story as much as I have in the other two books. That being said, Nightbirds on Nantucket is an adventurous, quick read. I don’t think you necessarily need to have read the previous two books to read this one. You can step into the story and enjoy.
This series has some fabulous characters and there’s a lot of characters to explore. I think young children will enjoy the main character, Dido. She’s brave and forward. She’s a little bit cocky, but in a loveable way.
I wasn’t a massive fan of this book although I can definitely appreciate that most children will enjoy the adventure. I just wasn’t sold on the moments on the ship. It didn’t capture my attention as much as the previous books have. I felt like it was very over the top and whilst I recognise that this series is a little over the top, I didn’t connect with the story as much as I have in the other two books. That being said, Nightbirds on Nantucket is an adventurous, quick read. I don’t think you necessarily need to have read the previous two books to read this one. You can step into the story and enjoy.
bibliobethreads's review against another edition
3.0
This novel is the third in The Wolves Chronicles books by Joan Aiken that I've been steadily reading with my sister and fellow blogger, Chrissi Reads for our Kid-Lit challenge over the past few years. We absolutely adored the first novel in the series, The Wolves Of Willoughby Chase and quite enjoyed the follow-up, Black Hearts In Battersea so were both intrigued to see how the series was going to continue, particularly with the emergence of beloved character Dido Twite. Sadly, I'm not sure if the books in this series are getting weaker or if it's just when I read them as an adult, I seem to have lost some of that old childish magic/sparkle that would ordinarily keep me gripped within an adventure story just like this. There are of course some wonderful things that would appeal to a younger audience in this novel and at some points, it really feels like a classic piece of literature, giving me all the old Blyton "feels" that I used to experience every time I cracked open a Secret Seven, Famous Five or Faraway Tree book but unfortunately, I didn't feel the plot was as strong compared to Aiken's previous novels in the series.
In this third book in the series, we see the triumphant return of fan favourite, Dido Twite who was first introduced to us in Black Hearts In Battersea and for a short time, I felt incredibly irritated by until the story developed further and she became more endearing than annoying! In Nightbirds On Nantucket, after the dramatic (almost cliffhanger events) of the second novel, Dido finds herself on a strange ship bound for an isolated island. She is tasked with taking the Captain's anxious daughter, Dutiful Penitence under her wing, bringing her out of her shell and encouraging her that living part-time on the island of Nantucket with her Aunt Tribulation wouldn't be a bad thing. However, when the two girls reach Nantucket, they realise that things aren't all they seem to be. A plot to overthrow the King Of England, a mysterious pink whale and some very shady characters are just some of the things Dido and Pen must deal with if they are to convince the local community of the dangerous plans afoot.
This series has everything going for it, including fantastic characters, classic villains and real, "feel good" endings. I enjoyed the inclusion of the pink whale and the development of Pen as a character in particular. She went from a terrified little girl who was afraid of her own shadow to a determined and loyal young friend that found some admirable inner strength when people she loved were in trouble. I think Nate, the cabin boy that Dido and Pen meet had the potential to be a good character and an interesting side-kick for the girls but wasn't explored as much as he could have been. Plus, his eternal singing kind of got on my nerves a little bit! Nevertheless, I think Aiken choosing to focus on two female leads was a work of genius, especially considering how much bravery and fight they displayed when times got tough.
Joan Aiken has legions of fans across the world for this series and I can definitely see why - it's packed full of adventure and mystery with the addition of the lovable characters I mentioned earlier. I'm not entirely sure why I didn't connect with this book as much as I have done with the previous stories in the series, there was just something about the plot that I couldn't quite get on board with. However, I can one hundred percent understand why it continues to have such appeal and holds a special place in people's hearts.
For my full review and many more, please visit my blog at http://www.bibliobeth.com
In this third book in the series, we see the triumphant return of fan favourite, Dido Twite who was first introduced to us in Black Hearts In Battersea and for a short time, I felt incredibly irritated by until the story developed further and she became more endearing than annoying! In Nightbirds On Nantucket, after the dramatic (almost cliffhanger events) of the second novel, Dido finds herself on a strange ship bound for an isolated island. She is tasked with taking the Captain's anxious daughter, Dutiful Penitence under her wing, bringing her out of her shell and encouraging her that living part-time on the island of Nantucket with her Aunt Tribulation wouldn't be a bad thing. However, when the two girls reach Nantucket, they realise that things aren't all they seem to be. A plot to overthrow the King Of England, a mysterious pink whale and some very shady characters are just some of the things Dido and Pen must deal with if they are to convince the local community of the dangerous plans afoot.
This series has everything going for it, including fantastic characters, classic villains and real, "feel good" endings. I enjoyed the inclusion of the pink whale and the development of Pen as a character in particular. She went from a terrified little girl who was afraid of her own shadow to a determined and loyal young friend that found some admirable inner strength when people she loved were in trouble. I think Nate, the cabin boy that Dido and Pen meet had the potential to be a good character and an interesting side-kick for the girls but wasn't explored as much as he could have been. Plus, his eternal singing kind of got on my nerves a little bit! Nevertheless, I think Aiken choosing to focus on two female leads was a work of genius, especially considering how much bravery and fight they displayed when times got tough.
Joan Aiken has legions of fans across the world for this series and I can definitely see why - it's packed full of adventure and mystery with the addition of the lovable characters I mentioned earlier. I'm not entirely sure why I didn't connect with this book as much as I have done with the previous stories in the series, there was just something about the plot that I couldn't quite get on board with. However, I can one hundred percent understand why it continues to have such appeal and holds a special place in people's hearts.
For my full review and many more, please visit my blog at http://www.bibliobeth.com
quietjenn's review against another edition
4.0
seriously, how did i not read joan aiken when i was a kid? the northern lights must not have had them in the collection back then. this was super fun and i'm looking forward to reading some more.