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4.23 AVERAGE
4.23 AVERAGE
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
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Nic Blake is a Remarkable living in the Unremarkable world. Her biggest wish is to learn more about her magical abilities, but her father thinks she's not ready. On the night of her 12th birthday, a series of events occurs, she must set out to find a magical item with the help of her hellhound, her bestfriend JP and new member of their gang, Alex.
This was a super fun and quick set up to a new fantasy middle grade series. The story was easy to read, with a cute cast of characters. I think Nic was a really fun character, and I liked exploring her friendship and family dynamics as the story progressed. I will say I think the start was a bit info-dumpy and had a much slower pace, but as the story continued it became fast-paced and exciting. There is a lot of Black History woven into this story, which I think will help middle graders learn more about what they are learning about in class. There was also quite a bit of telling, not showing, which brought me out of the story at times. I listened to this on audio, which I do think boosted my enjoyment quite a bit.
I am curious to see where the story goes from here, so I will hopefully be picking up the next book when it is released!
*I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for my honest review*
Nic Blake is a Remarkable living in the Unremarkable world. Her biggest wish is to learn more about her magical abilities, but her father thinks she's not ready. On the night of her 12th birthday, a series of events occurs, she must set out to find a magical item with the help of her hellhound, her bestfriend JP and new member of their gang, Alex.
This was a super fun and quick set up to a new fantasy middle grade series. The story was easy to read, with a cute cast of characters. I think Nic was a really fun character, and I liked exploring her friendship and family dynamics as the story progressed. I will say I think the start was a bit info-dumpy and had a much slower pace, but as the story continued it became fast-paced and exciting. There is a lot of Black History woven into this story, which I think will help middle graders learn more about what they are learning about in class. There was also quite a bit of telling, not showing, which brought me out of the story at times. I listened to this on audio, which I do think boosted my enjoyment quite a bit.
I am curious to see where the story goes from here, so I will hopefully be picking up the next book when it is released!
This is an excellent middle grade fantasy read for fans for Harry Potter, Amari and the Night Brothers and Percy Jackson. My only complaint is that it didn’t quite live up to the hype… that problems lies more with the reviewers than the author. Overhyping a book can create disappointment. This is funny, well crafted and the world building is wonderful. I LOVED the reframing of black history, particularly that I’m the US. I know just which readers I can’t wait to give this to! I love Angie Thomas as a writer and was concerned middle grade fantasy wasn’t a great fit for her talents. While, I’m glad I was wrong, I do hope the rest of the series gives her a chance to develop more in the genre. Fantasy like this needs a little explanation and a little more action. Great middle grade fantasy develops the characters within the action, not outside of it. I did find myself skimming some of the narrative.
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
fast-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
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Middle Grade
Contemporary Fantasy
First in the Nic Blake and the Remarkables series by Angie Thomas, author of THUG & On the Come Up.
*Reminds me of HP but with African-American mythology & folklore.
Contemporary Fantasy
First in the Nic Blake and the Remarkables series by Angie Thomas, author of THUG & On the Come Up.
*Reminds me of HP but with African-American mythology & folklore.
adventurous
funny
inspiring
fast-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:
Yes
adventurous
emotional
funny
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:
No
This was such a fun book. I loved that she combined black history with fantasy. The characters were fun and I liked that she didn’t depend on magic to solve all the problems.
adventurous
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Such a fun read and I love the elements that Angie Thomas had interweaved. Some African lore, the Black history and its backgrounds and specially how it shapes the person that the characters had become.
RTC.
Nic Blake and the Remarkables is one of those books that hooked me from the very start, and I was excited about it because it was written by Angie Thomas and it definitely didn’t disappoint. I would say her first middle-grade fantasy debut is a success on its own and I love how she puts her own flair towards it.
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Nic Blake and The Remarkables: The Manifestor Prophecy is the first book to a start of a new middle-grade fantasy series. A world where magic is filled in a way that takes the lores from African culture but set in America. Nic, a 12 year old who was suddenly tested when an incident happened and her father accused of something he didn’t do. A story of adventure, filled with love, lore and exploration of self.
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I feel that for her fantasy debut, it wasn’t all too bad. There are some parts of the book where I felt the transition were a bit off and it was a tad chaotic at some parts but overall, it wasn’t a bad read and here are the some highlights why I liked the story.
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✨Representation✨
I liked how the representation of this book is just 👏🏻✨👏🏻 Props to Angie Thomas for never forgetting about the BLM movement and its written in the story really well. I love how all the characters and the story is derived from African lore and it makes the story has a different twist of its own.
✨Plot✨
For a short read, the plot has been thought out well. I love that the adventures were written in a manner that made the story has its own colour and personality.
Also, I do recommend listening to the audiobook whilst reading as well. The audiobook was so well-done (like all Angie Thomas’s books) and it gives the story more depth.
Overall, this is def a great start to a new series and I can’t wait to read the sequel! Its fun, its a great read for a palate cleanser and it gives hope and representation especially for people of colour ✨🤍
Personal Ratings : 3.75🌟
Thank you so much to Times Reads for this copy!
RTC.
Nic Blake and the Remarkables is one of those books that hooked me from the very start, and I was excited about it because it was written by Angie Thomas and it definitely didn’t disappoint. I would say her first middle-grade fantasy debut is a success on its own and I love how she puts her own flair towards it.
—
Nic Blake and The Remarkables: The Manifestor Prophecy is the first book to a start of a new middle-grade fantasy series. A world where magic is filled in a way that takes the lores from African culture but set in America. Nic, a 12 year old who was suddenly tested when an incident happened and her father accused of something he didn’t do. A story of adventure, filled with love, lore and exploration of self.
—
I feel that for her fantasy debut, it wasn’t all too bad. There are some parts of the book where I felt the transition were a bit off and it was a tad chaotic at some parts but overall, it wasn’t a bad read and here are the some highlights why I liked the story.
—
✨Representation✨
I liked how the representation of this book is just 👏🏻✨👏🏻 Props to Angie Thomas for never forgetting about the BLM movement and its written in the story really well. I love how all the characters and the story is derived from African lore and it makes the story has a different twist of its own.
✨Plot✨
For a short read, the plot has been thought out well. I love that the adventures were written in a manner that made the story has its own colour and personality.
Also, I do recommend listening to the audiobook whilst reading as well. The audiobook was so well-done (like all Angie Thomas’s books) and it gives the story more depth.
Overall, this is def a great start to a new series and I can’t wait to read the sequel! Its fun, its a great read for a palate cleanser and it gives hope and representation especially for people of colour ✨🤍
Personal Ratings : 3.75🌟
Thank you so much to Times Reads for this copy!
adventurous
inspiring
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
tense
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
Thanks to Libro FM for the free copy of this book.
- NIC BLAKE AND THE REMARKABLES is sooo fun. This is the best of what middle grade can be: funny, action packed, and sliding in some history lessons kids don’t get in school, too.
- I read this book via audio, and narrator Joniece Abbott-Pratt brought such life (and silliness) to these characters. It felt like I was right there in the action with Nic.
- This book also has what is honestly a fantastic twist for a kids book, turning the whole story on its head at the last minute. I already can’t wait for the next installment.
- NIC BLAKE AND THE REMARKABLES is sooo fun. This is the best of what middle grade can be: funny, action packed, and sliding in some history lessons kids don’t get in school, too.
- I read this book via audio, and narrator Joniece Abbott-Pratt brought such life (and silliness) to these characters. It felt like I was right there in the action with Nic.
- This book also has what is honestly a fantastic twist for a kids book, turning the whole story on its head at the last minute. I already can’t wait for the next installment.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Kidnapping, Fire/Fire injury, Abandonment
Minor: Racism, Slavery, Police brutality