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kristenlees's review against another edition
5.0
Oh, this book was just so wonderful. Absolutely adored it. It's definitely young, but not a kids book I don't think. It made my heart all warm and fuzzy.
emmapayn's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
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? Yes
5.0
libby1776's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-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
5.0
Shannon Hales first, and one of her finest. I use to re read yearly, but this was my first time in 7 years and it was better then I remembered. Everyone fantasy or fairytale lover needs to read this.
themoonphoenix's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Minor: Death and Animal death
icelacs's review
4.0
Very nice retelling, and, upon research, I found it is also very faithful to the original version of the story, which I really appreciate about retellings like this. The growth of the hero is seen clearly throughout the book, and actions and motivations are clear and understandable. I soooo craved for more of the story between Geric and Isi to be elaborated though :(
Nonetheless, I finished the book feeling very happy with the world, and looking forward to Enna Burning, which comes next. :)
Nonetheless, I finished the book feeling very happy with the world, and looking forward to Enna Burning, which comes next. :)
tashaseegmiller's review
4.0
This was a very fun book. I loved the description - the imagery was compelling and the story line was created perfectly. I am planning on working through the rest of the series, but if I like the rest as much as I enjoyed the first, I anticipate it will be a series added to my personal library.
kaikai1618's review
3.0
3.1stars~i started this book, got bored and stopped, then decided to read the rest. It was ok but it could be better
sapphosdilemma's review
adventurous
emotional
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
fast-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? Yes
5.0
sampauwels's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Made me fall in love with stories all over again. Made me both want to read and write a whole lot more. I was stuck in a year-long writing block when I felt my writing style wasn't what I wanted it to be anymore/hadn't grown up with me into my twenties in a way and this book singlehandedly pulled me out of that. I remember starting it as an audiobook but immediately after the first chapter ordering a physical copy because I just wanted to experience the prose...?? with my eyes ?? I guess.
harleyrae's review against another edition
4.0
I really enjoyed this! While I found parts of this to book to be incredibly predictable, it was still very enjoyable overall. I’m excited to see what the rest of this series has to offer.