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4.23 AVERAGE
4.23 AVERAGE
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
This was a lot of fun! The sequel is due in a few months and I can’t wait. Nic & co. were a fantastic bunch, and I neeeed more Cocoa! I loved the mythology and definitely wasn’t expecting the big twist. It felt like Angie took her favorite parts of HP and PJO and rolled everything into this wonderful story.
adventurous
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-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:
No
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
adventurous
emotional
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
adventurous
emotional
funny
informative
inspiring
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
adventurous
mysterious
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
I enjoyed the African American and Black history incorporated into the magic in The Remarkables. The lore was well researched and applied in a way that connected with the dark history of the United States (where the novel is based). The magical world also provided a good contrast to the Unremarkable world (aka regular humans).
Nic is also a fun perspective to read from. She’s a middle schooler with a fun sense of humor and a resourceful mind.
I was a little disappointed by the lack of emotional depth in Angie Thomas’ fantasy debut. I’ve read all her other work and each time was left for days just mulling over my thoughts and feelings after finishing. This novel didn’t have much of an impact at all on me. Some might argue it’s because the novel is for a younger audience. To that I would say, it’s just as important for children to understand deeper concepts. Adults shouldn’t be the only ones reading books that have emotional pay off or more depth. Kids don’t lack the ability to understand deeper topics.
Thank you to the publisher for the advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.
Nic is also a fun perspective to read from. She’s a middle schooler with a fun sense of humor and a resourceful mind.
I was a little disappointed by the lack of emotional depth in Angie Thomas’ fantasy debut. I’ve read all her other work and each time was left for days just mulling over my thoughts and feelings after finishing. This novel didn’t have much of an impact at all on me. Some might argue it’s because the novel is for a younger audience. To that I would say, it’s just as important for children to understand deeper concepts. Adults shouldn’t be the only ones reading books that have emotional pay off or more depth. Kids don’t lack the ability to understand deeper topics.
Thank you to the publisher for the advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.