Reviews

The Magician King by Lev Grossman

jadedmist27's review against another edition

adventurous dark emotional mysterious tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

telltalepage's review against another edition

4.0

The contents of this book (at least Julia's story) was the only part of this that I recalled from the tv show. Which was kind of nice, getting to see new plots and magical twists. It was slightly less depressing than the first book (especially when it came to Quentin) and while it kind of went off the wall with weird magic mixed with the modern world, it was highly entertaining.

Julia's story was heartbreaking. I thought we'd make it through the book without the

Spoiler

rape scene

but alas, it was still there. I was really hoping that wouldn't be a defining factor in Julia's story, or any woman's for that matter, but it was there and it was almost harder to read anticipating it coming up. Julia lost her chosen family horrifically, had to deal with that and while she seemed happy

Spoiler

becoming a demi goddess and meeting OLU

I still feel like she deserved better.

Anyway...the ending was ridiculous and almost feels like the perfect conclusion so I'm hesitant to start the third book but hell...I made it this far, I might as well keep going.

hailey's review against another edition

5.0

Definitely loved this. While the first book was an homage to Harry Potter and the Chronicles of Narnia, this book really brought new elements to the table and felt like its own story. I loved how it introduced back-alley magic in a world of exclusive magic schools and learning about Julia's struggle of searching for magic after getting a taste of it. While Grossman is taking inspiration from classic fantasy novels, he is building his own unique story and world. I also love that this book wasn't predictable and didn't fall into common fantasy tropes.

ina_fab's review against another edition

3.0

In the second book, you get to know the characters more and the adventure is increasing as you read page by page. The ending of the book was unexpected and nothing like I had pictured in my mind. Even though I liked the first book more, this sequel it's something you should be looking forward to if you want to discover more about the fantasy world they recently discovered.

scythe7's review against another edition

adventurous challenging dark sad 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? Yes

4.0

annabbbbb25's review against another edition

adventurous funny sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

lyricsninja's review against another edition

4.0

its another gritty novel that seems to push the envelope even further. well written, but at the same time rather unsettling in the end. im glad i read this... though i dont think id read it a second time.

lbolesta's review against another edition

4.0

A lot more fun than I remember the 1st book being. The alternate worlds the author creates are neither original nor interesting, so focusing on character development and storytelling really improved this book.

jade_ls_lee's review against another edition

4.0

Ok, šitais ir sarežģītāk. Mēģinu sev noformulēt iznākumu, bet man drusku vilšanās, jo patika vietas, kuras gaidīju, ka patiks? Nē, bet nebija jaunas vietas, kas man patiktu? Karoč nebija gana daudz fucked up momenti jaunos veidos..?




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https://vilkamidzenis.wordpress.com/2017/03/18/levs-grosmans-burvju-karalis/

paramore83's review against another edition

3.0

3.5