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amiejcp's review
4.0
Pretty great but I did find myself skimming parts of it. Interesting, original story and captivating magical world.
emeraldreverie's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
Fascinating epic and interwoven interesting world, cast of characters and resolution. Both inexorably menacing and oddly removed from the big danger.
ginnikin's review
3.0
I don't know if it's that I read this too close to other McKillip books or if it didn't work as well for me. I should read it again and decide.
emmascc's review
4.0
Actual rating: 4.5 stars
Beautiful writing and beautiful story, I was drawn in from the beginning
Beautiful writing and beautiful story, I was drawn in from the beginning
mrssoule's review
2.0
After reading wonderful things about McKillip's abilities with fantasy, I was very disappointed with this title. The writing style alternated between intensive detailing of the environment and dream-like ramblings through the characters' thoughts. I alternated between being bored and being confused.
bitchesonmycock69's review
adventurous
hopeful
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
greenhearted101's review
DNF, I was literally bored out of my mind. It's such a pity because I adore McKillip, and I love many of her books. I had high expectations for this one since so many people talk about it. But I was literally so taken aback with how boring and dull I've found it. Also slightly ephemeral, elusive and confusing. Maybe someday I will try to read it again and like it, I hope. For now, I will read something else.
jacalata's review
4.0
Really interesting story that made unexpected things important. I enjoyed the characters.