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3.97 AVERAGE
3.97 AVERAGE
challenging
emotional
informative
reflective
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
the writing was as usual stunning and so whimsical, the vibes were great and i love the way magic feels in stiefvater's worlds, here writing truly transports you into her world. the plot was less so this time but that maybe had more to do with the fact i don't love books set in WW2, and i don't read a lot of historical fiction.
Pre-reading thoughts: new maggie stiefvater new maggie stiefvater new maggie stiefvater!!!
Initial thoughts: Full review may be coming later but let me just say that Maggie Stiefvater has truly outdone herself this time. It was truly perfect to read this after rereading The Raven Cycle (more rereads planned for this year hehe), it's something very different but also clearly Maggie. Studying Pearl Harbor finally came in handy, I didn't know about this particular little piece of history and it was so cool to see it come to life.
Initial thoughts: Full review may be coming later but let me just say that Maggie Stiefvater has truly outdone herself this time. It was truly perfect to read this after rereading The Raven Cycle (more rereads planned for this year hehe), it's something very different but also clearly Maggie. Studying Pearl Harbor finally came in handy, I didn't know about this particular little piece of history and it was so cool to see it come to life.
as always, i adore maggie stiefvater's settings and writing style. loved that this book was historic with a touch of magic, but feels so vivid and real. the characters were great, and the story was interesting. really really loved this, five stars for the vibe and how much i enjoyed it.
Maggie Stiefvater, you will always be beloved by me.
The way I fell in love with her writing 13 years ago, and she still hasn't disappointed me yet. Is this her best book? I don't think so. Do I absolutely adore her writing her first book for adults and do I hope we'll get more? Definitely. And the fact that this, with its focus on WWII and social commentary, is directly in line with my fascination with world wars in media lately because of *vaguely gestures to the state of the world*? Bless. Stiefvater's magic in combination with historical fiction was exactly what I needed.
The way I fell in love with her writing 13 years ago, and she still hasn't disappointed me yet. Is this her best book? I don't think so. Do I absolutely adore her writing her first book for adults and do I hope we'll get more? Definitely. And the fact that this, with its focus on WWII and social commentary, is directly in line with my fascination with world wars in media lately because of *vaguely gestures to the state of the world*? Bless. Stiefvater's magic in combination with historical fiction was exactly what I needed.
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
informative
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
adventurous
dark
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:
Complicated
The mix of history and magical realism was a unique combination for me. It made me want to go to West Virginia.
emotional
hopeful
reflective
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
I love me any book that makes me want to learn more about that time period (especially if some magical realism is involved) and Stiefvater’s writing flows gently, drawing you in despite the tension of the time.