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alyshadeshae's review against another edition
3.0
It took me a while to read this because I honestly lost interest partway through. I started reading another book and then another and then I had completely forgotten I was reading this until I realized it was on my "currently reading" list here. Granted, it's not a bad little story, I just didn't like the changes in Petra's personality - though they were key to the plot and the story.
ahunt2494's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
drako1357's review against another edition
4.0
La historia de La Chica del Embarcadero se originó a partir del FanFiction de G. Norman Lippert acerca de los hijos de Harry Potter, siendo publicada en 2008 y disponible para descarga gratuita. Este relato particular del autor resulta sumamente fascinante, no solo por su trama, sino también porque se aparta de la huella dejada por Rowling, siguiendo un camino trazado por él mismo. Destaca con personajes que él creó en 'James Potter I y II', especialmente Petra, quien lleva consigo una historia particularmente intrigante.
Petra Morganstern, una joven bruja con poderes bastante inusuales, regresa a la casa de su abuelo tras concluir su último año escolar. Enfrentándose a la lucha por encontrar su lugar en el mundo, sus decisiones la conducen a un viaje repleto de aventuras, peligros y amistad.
Considero que Lippert ha manejado magistralmente este fanfic, incorporando giros inesperados que mantienen la lectura sumamente entretenida. La narrativa sigue siendo atractiva y viva, siendo ligera pero cautivadora desde el primer momento, llevándote a sufrir con los personajes y proporcionándote la oportunidad de explorar un nuevo mundo con una perspectiva renovada.
Petra Morganstern, una joven bruja con poderes bastante inusuales, regresa a la casa de su abuelo tras concluir su último año escolar. Enfrentándose a la lucha por encontrar su lugar en el mundo, sus decisiones la conducen a un viaje repleto de aventuras, peligros y amistad.
Considero que Lippert ha manejado magistralmente este fanfic, incorporando giros inesperados que mantienen la lectura sumamente entretenida. La narrativa sigue siendo atractiva y viva, siendo ligera pero cautivadora desde el primer momento, llevándote a sufrir con los personajes y proporcionándote la oportunidad de explorar un nuevo mundo con una perspectiva renovada.
ellelainey's review against another edition
5.0
This is such an interesting story. Petra is a great character and I loved the short story she had, but this was even better. It really went into the complexities of the world of James Potter, and Petra's world.
ryanjamesburt's review against another edition
3.0
Not a bad story. I read it before I started reading James Potter and the Vault of Destines. Kind of like James Potter 2.5 without James.
singh_reads_kanwar2's review against another edition
4.0
This story is digression from main story of james potter and about another character Petra she was back at home and life is difficult and she is not respected for the school she goes in as magic school, she did want to do magic and without her wand, she found dagger with which help of someone else blood she can talk to her mother and she try it with fox and other animals and she try to talk via Elizabeth blood but she resisted and she being elder sister she saved Elizabeth and decided to ran away from home , away from her aunt and when she found out she is reason for Grandfather dead she magic the tree to kill her and Merlin revealed to her she is a sorcerer and she have to learn magic unlike wizards or witches. Now her job is great and interesting.
joshhj's review against another edition
4.0
Before reading this, I was on my journey through the James Potter universe, created superbly by G. Norman Lippert. I finished reading the second book, and was ready to move on to the third one, but my pace was halted by an opening message from the author in the third book. While not necessary, this book was supposed to provide the readers with better grasp of the plot of the third book. I decided to read it because I was not ready to start without having a gap in my knowledge.
In truth, I was not expecting much because this book is not about James Potter, but about a girl named Petra; a recent Hogwarts graduate who played a central role in the second book of James Potter series. Judging by its short story, I decided I could power through the entire book in few hours. Now, as I have finished the book in one sitting, I have to say I did enjoy reading it. The entire story and the tone put forth by the author was darker and gloomier than the James Potter series I have read previously, but it suited the story well. It also did well in showing what the author was capable of; getting out of the comfort zone of the familiar setting involving Hogwarts to create a story that shines with originality.
In truth, I was not expecting much because this book is not about James Potter, but about a girl named Petra; a recent Hogwarts graduate who played a central role in the second book of James Potter series. Judging by its short story, I decided I could power through the entire book in few hours. Now, as I have finished the book in one sitting, I have to say I did enjoy reading it. The entire story and the tone put forth by the author was darker and gloomier than the James Potter series I have read previously, but it suited the story well. It also did well in showing what the author was capable of; getting out of the comfort zone of the familiar setting involving Hogwarts to create a story that shines with originality.
ladysaur36's review against another edition
4.0
A great short story. Would definitely recommend it for those rainy days in.
kc1005us's review against another edition
3.0
Dark fairy tale, yes. Story of Petra &explanation of what she returned home to. The story is short, but now that I am a few pages into the 3rd James Potter, I'd say to be sure to read it between books 2 & 3.
author_andreabarringer's review against another edition
3.0
It was good
This was a good book. The author does a good job, but I felt like I needed a bit more action or more of an ending in order to give it a higher rating.
This was a good book. The author does a good job, but I felt like I needed a bit more action or more of an ending in order to give it a higher rating.
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