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maddie_reads_stuff's review against another edition
3.0
The premise of "if the girl kisses her true love, he will die" is really trope-y, and the ending is a bit abrupt and leaves way too many loose ends. But I guess the middle was intriguing enough to keep me reading... I wish that there had been some effort to make this a stand-alone book and less foreshadowing (like literal psychic visions foreshadowing) for future books in a series. :/
cecilielaugesen's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
slow-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? It's complicated
3.75
The plot of this book was all over the place. It felt very intentional the way it was done, but it was still hard to keep track of everything.
I loved the writing in the first half, but at one point it started changing pov without warning, and it just added to the confusion.
I loved the writing in the first half, but at one point it started changing pov without warning, and it just added to the confusion.
bookiepanda's review against another edition
5.0
I can't believe I didn't pick this book sooner. Honestly, I wasn't sure I'll like it. But god how wrong I've been.
The story was very interesting, very different from what I expected. It's written well and in a way that kept me wanting more and more (I can't wait to get my hands on the second book). Also I like the way it doesn't switch POVs but it changes focus between all the characters and it shows a lot more from everyone's story (unlike some books that keep focus mostly on one of the main characters).
I like the characters and I can't wait to see more of them. And I even like the love story.
I'm curious to see what will happen now with Blue and her raven boys.
The story was very interesting, very different from what I expected. It's written well and in a way that kept me wanting more and more (I can't wait to get my hands on the second book). Also I like the way it doesn't switch POVs but it changes focus between all the characters and it shows a lot more from everyone's story (unlike some books that keep focus mostly on one of the main characters).
I like the characters and I can't wait to see more of them. And I even like the love story.
I'm curious to see what will happen now with Blue and her raven boys.
greenleafbooks's review against another edition
5.0
The best tiny detail I got from this re read is that Gansey doodles a “man fighting a cat” on his math homework. Also all of the Adam scenes had me on the verge of tears, also I relate to Blue so much, also just Ronan. Also I love this book so so much.
andiemags53's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars. I liked it, but........I don't know, I just didn't LOVE it. I am still interested enough to read the next one. I liked that Blue didn't take any crap from the boys. She is a strong female character, so that is a huge plus for me. I can't stand when the lead female character is a whiny, puny, little irritating thing. So ya, I like it but.......it felt blah and left me feeling incomplete. I don't know if that makes sense, but its how I feel. I liked it, but.......
zoeyspendloove's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
My roommate has been trying to get me to read these books for MONTHS and I just got around to it and BOY AM I GLAD I DID. I felt so connected to the characters from just one book and I love them all so dearly. I audibly giggled multiple times, I was on edge, it’s got tension and suspense and it was so good. I love Noah with my whole entire heart.
lilhoneybuns's review against another edition
4.0
It was quite good. I had a hard time staying in focus at first. I was busy while reading this book, so it took me some time to read which is odd for me. I loved the way Maggie Siefater wrote this book also. There were some words I've never seen before which interested me.
graveyardpansy's review against another edition
4.0
3.5 stars — I liked the plot, but I had a really hard time caring about any of the characters. (I only actually like blue and Adam, and I think Gansey should bite it. Buzz buzz.) The worst bit is just that the ending was super unsatisfying. I know it’s different for everyone, but I’m of the belief that even if a book is meant to be part of a series, it should function well as a stand-alone too, and I just don’t think this one does. but I know that’s something that bothers me and not everyone. That said I don’t think I would continue reading this series if it wasn’t for the high recommendation from a friend lmao