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4.13 AVERAGE
4.13 AVERAGE
Vraiment une superbe trilogie avec ce troisième tome qui conclue à merveille l'histoire de Carter et Sadie Kane !
adventurous
funny
mysterious
tense
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:
Complicated
I wish I could say I liked this as much as I liked The Red Pyramid, but the truth is that I didn't. It wasn't a bad finish to the series (clearly, since I gave it 4 stars, I did like it) but it wasn't as good as the start--although that's probably to be expected. The thing was, there were some things I had liked about the start of the series, that seemed to be missing in The Serpent's Shadow (sometimes it was the other way around, too. There were some elements here that I didn't like, which hadn't been around when the series started)
The first one of these issues was Sadie. Sadie didn't annoy me this much in the other books. But she sure got on my nerves in this one. She was never my favorite character, but she wasn't this bad. She was so much more emotional and whiny in this book--which bothered me because her lack of emotional drama had been something I liked about her--plus I wish she would stop throwing around the word "love." This is going to sound condescending, but Sadie, dear, you're 13; you don't love either of those boys. Also, (and this is a spoiler about the love triangle/relationships, not really plot)
Then there was the Carter/Zia thing. I should have known that would be a problem. Much like the Sadie/Walt/Anubis thing, the relationship between Carter and Zia was a much more prominent feature in this book than it had been in the previous two. Sure, it always existed (and always was addressed) but it to have been promoted to major plot instead of minor plot this time around.
I don't have a problem with plots that revolve around relationships, as long as that's what advertised to me. What I have a problem with is relationships that suddenly overpower everything else (especially in the last book in a series, where the first two have contained so much more action, and less drama)
It also seemed very repetitive. I think I've read too many of Riordan's books, because they're all basically the same. It's getting to the point where the humor is repetitive, as well, so there's nothing for me to be surprised by. I'm not marking the book down to much for this repetition, because it's middle-grade, so it's sort of to be expected that it's not super complex/confusing/twisted. I'm just saying, it got on my nerves a little.
The book was good, though. I do enjoy Riordan's writing, and characters, and plots (even if I know basically what's going to happen) I think I just need to space the books out a little more. (I've been trying to do that, but I think I need more books in between)
The first one of these issues was Sadie. Sadie didn't annoy me this much in the other books. But she sure got on my nerves in this one. She was never my favorite character, but she wasn't this bad. She was so much more emotional and whiny in this book--which bothered me because her lack of emotional drama had been something I liked about her--plus I wish she would stop throwing around the word "love." This is going to sound condescending, but Sadie, dear, you're 13; you don't love either of those boys. Also, (and this is a spoiler about the love triangle/relationships, not really plot)
Spoiler
she had the chance to be with both of the guys in the love triangle. Because Anubis basically became Walt. And instead she ran away and said "At the moment I didn't even care where it lead, as long as it was away from that deathless creature I had thought it loved." Okay, first of all, Sadie, you were just complaining about not getting either guy (Walt because he was dying, and Anubis because he's forbidden to date you) but once you can have both of them for some reason you're really unhappy about it. 2. Like I said before, you're 13, you don't love anyone. Carter even pointed the first one of my points out to her, and she still took nearly 200 pages to stop being such a whiny little girl.Then there was the Carter/Zia thing. I should have known that would be a problem. Much like the Sadie/Walt/Anubis thing, the relationship between Carter and Zia was a much more prominent feature in this book than it had been in the previous two. Sure, it always existed (and always was addressed) but it to have been promoted to major plot instead of minor plot this time around.
I don't have a problem with plots that revolve around relationships, as long as that's what advertised to me. What I have a problem with is relationships that suddenly overpower everything else (especially in the last book in a series, where the first two have contained so much more action, and less drama)
It also seemed very repetitive. I think I've read too many of Riordan's books, because they're all basically the same. It's getting to the point where the humor is repetitive, as well, so there's nothing for me to be surprised by. I'm not marking the book down to much for this repetition, because it's middle-grade, so it's sort of to be expected that it's not super complex/confusing/twisted. I'm just saying, it got on my nerves a little.
The book was good, though. I do enjoy Riordan's writing, and characters, and plots (even if I know basically what's going to happen) I think I just need to space the books out a little more. (I've been trying to do that, but I think I need more books in between)
adventurous
challenging
informative
inspiring
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
This was such a pleasant read, I very much enjoyed the story, and most of the characters, especially Sadie Kane and Bast!
As always there was a sense of predictability, and somehow things worked out almost perfectly in the end.
Loved the hint in the end about other gods, I wonder what this easter egg will mean in the Demi-God universe!
As always there was a sense of predictability, and somehow things worked out almost perfectly in the end.
Loved the hint in the end about other gods, I wonder what this easter egg will mean in the Demi-God universe!
And of course, this is the end of The Kane Chronicles.
I honestly don't know how am I able to sum up everything about this trilogy. As much as I enjoyed the epic adventures alongside with the gods of Egypt, the bickering Kane Siblings and awesomeness of battle scenes, it's better off this way. Although, there's still some cliffhanger left at the end and it's quite possible that Riordan might be pick up where that left off but anyways, it was still satisfying and the way I expected it to end.
Writing:
What can I say more about Riordan's writing style? It's gripping, page-turning and plain awesome. I think him writing the battle scenes was my favorite part of his writing. Not many authors could pull off that kind of talent. I've got to say, there's some slight distinction between point-of-view between Carter and Sadie. In Carter's perspective, while he's with Zia and he's describing her, I can't help but remember Percy. (A character from another series.) Carter's described to be this awkward scrawny boy you wouldn't really find attractive and then he's dating this gorgeous girl. I kind of felt that way when I read Percy Jackson. How he's this clueless, awkward guy crushing on a girl who knows everything and is basically beautiful. I don't know but I love that part of writing integrated with Carter's perspective. And for Sadie, the way her point-of-view was written seemed a bit.. whiny? I don't know but I really grasped the feeling that I was inside a thirteen year old girl with the typical, teenage mindset. I preferred Carter's point-of-view in this book if I was going to be honest.
Characters:
When I read the last book The Throne of Fire , I said that Sadie was my favorite character but reading The Serpent's Shadow ? I can't help but admire Cleo! I know that she's a minor character but still, there's so many character qualities I like about her and I wish she played more prominent role. I mean, she was kind of the brains in the Brooklyn House so why not let her take part on saving the world? Sadie in this book kind of made me like her less. Her constant complaining on which guy she likes better. But her moment with her mom was so sweet and really felt real to me. I actually teared up a bit because it's kind of hard growing up knowing you didn't bond much with your mom as you'd like to. But let me just point out some things: Ugh, I hate it when the Kanes were all mushy and sappy over the people they like. But then again, they're in their early teenage years. I think that can be used as an excuse. I'm so glad that Bes was back! He's so freaking adorable and laughed mostly at his scenes! Him and his new honeycakes deserve some happy-ever-after even if they're battling Apophis on Doomsday. As for Walt? I KNEW IT. I knew that he and Anubis had more connection and not just through Sadie. He's still the most adorable magician boyfriend you could find in Doomsday. And I love that his role isn't just Sadie's love interest.
Oh, and I just love Setne. <3
Storyline:
I love that this book answered all the loose ends from the last one. There were so much angst in this book. This book had the perfect storyline to end Doomsday. :)
I honestly don't know how am I able to sum up everything about this trilogy. As much as I enjoyed the epic adventures alongside with the gods of Egypt, the bickering Kane Siblings and awesomeness of battle scenes, it's better off this way. Although, there's still some cliffhanger left at the end and it's quite possible that Riordan might be pick up where that left off but anyways, it was still satisfying and the way I expected it to end.
Writing:
What can I say more about Riordan's writing style? It's gripping, page-turning and plain awesome. I think him writing the battle scenes was my favorite part of his writing. Not many authors could pull off that kind of talent. I've got to say, there's some slight distinction between point-of-view between Carter and Sadie. In Carter's perspective, while he's with Zia and he's describing her, I can't help but remember Percy. (A character from another series.) Carter's described to be this awkward scrawny boy you wouldn't really find attractive and then he's dating this gorgeous girl. I kind of felt that way when I read Percy Jackson. How he's this clueless, awkward guy crushing on a girl who knows everything and is basically beautiful. I don't know but I love that part of writing integrated with Carter's perspective. And for Sadie, the way her point-of-view was written seemed a bit.. whiny? I don't know but I really grasped the feeling that I was inside a thirteen year old girl with the typical, teenage mindset. I preferred Carter's point-of-view in this book if I was going to be honest.
Characters:
When I read the last book The Throne of Fire , I said that Sadie was my favorite character but reading The Serpent's Shadow ? I can't help but admire Cleo! I know that she's a minor character but still, there's so many character qualities I like about her and I wish she played more prominent role. I mean, she was kind of the brains in the Brooklyn House so why not let her take part on saving the world? Sadie in this book kind of made me like her less. Her constant complaining on which guy she likes better. But her moment with her mom was so sweet and really felt real to me. I actually teared up a bit because it's kind of hard growing up knowing you didn't bond much with your mom as you'd like to. But let me just point out some things: Ugh, I hate it when the Kanes were all mushy and sappy over the people they like. But then again, they're in their early teenage years. I think that can be used as an excuse. I'm so glad that Bes was back! He's so freaking adorable and laughed mostly at his scenes! Him and his new honeycakes deserve some happy-ever-after even if they're battling Apophis on Doomsday. As for Walt? I KNEW IT. I knew that he and Anubis had more connection and not just through Sadie. He's still the most adorable magician boyfriend you could find in Doomsday. And I love that his role isn't just Sadie's love interest.
Oh, and I just love Setne. <3
Storyline:
I love that this book answered all the loose ends from the last one. There were so much angst in this book. This book had the perfect storyline to end Doomsday. :)
adventurous
emotional
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
tense
slow-paced
Finally finished this book!
It was not meant to be the relief you get when you can hardly finish a boring book, this is the relief when you've just finished an awesome book!
I mean seriously, this trilogy deserves to at least become as famous as the Percy Jackson series. To be honest, I actually read [b:The Red Pyramid|7090447|The Red Pyramid (Kane Chronicles, #1)|Rick Riordan|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1366227978s/7090447.jpg|7346572] first before I finally tried to read Percy Jackson.
Rick Riordan is truly the myth master! I enjoyed this book so much I couldn't even put it down. Probably it's because I love the Egyptian myth itself, but Rick Riordan wrote such an amazing story. And yeah some might think this series is for kids but I know they're wrong because a 17 year old girl like me could enjoy it so much, especially the third book.
It was not meant to be the relief you get when you can hardly finish a boring book, this is the relief when you've just finished an awesome book!
I mean seriously, this trilogy deserves to at least become as famous as the Percy Jackson series. To be honest, I actually read [b:The Red Pyramid|7090447|The Red Pyramid (Kane Chronicles, #1)|Rick Riordan|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1366227978s/7090447.jpg|7346572] first before I finally tried to read Percy Jackson.
Rick Riordan is truly the myth master! I enjoyed this book so much I couldn't even put it down. Probably it's because I love the Egyptian myth itself, but Rick Riordan wrote such an amazing story. And yeah some might think this series is for kids but I know they're wrong because a 17 year old girl like me could enjoy it so much, especially the third book.
adventurous
challenging
funny
hopeful
mysterious
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
What a satisfying ending to The Kane Chronicles! Such a fast and fulfilling read, I highly recommend this series to anyone interested in Egyptian mythology, needs to get out of reading slump, or just wants to enjoy an enjoyable YA series.
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:
No
This has been my favorite of the Rick Riordan series. I love Egyptian mythology but this felt rushed and even unfinished. When it was done I found myself asking, "Is that it?" I'm curious to see if this really is the end of this series or just a poorly finished book.