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dinnureads's review against another edition
5.0
I love the story, I love the characters and the ship sails far for my favourite couple. But, OMG, how didn’t any of the Potatoes figure out what was right under their noses. Insane…
iheartpuns's review against another edition
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
3.5
nicolemhewitt's review against another edition
5.0
This review and many more can be found on my blog: Feed Your Fiction Addiction
Another exciting installment in the Pandava Series! In this book, Aru and her friends are joined by Kara, who Aru discovers is the Sleeper's other daughter. Family and friendship loyalties are stretched to their limits in this book, as the gang struggles to know who they can count on. Not only do they have to decide if Kara deserves their trust (after all, she was basically raised by the Sleeper), but they're also dealing with revelations about Boo that challenge everything they ever believed about him---and challenge their belief in themselves as well. The gang has to figure out how to trust themselves enough to make it through (yet another) series of challenges in order to get a weapon that will help them fight the Sleeper. And, of course, both Aru and (especially) Kara are feeling torn about the Sleeper in general since he's their dad.
As with the past books, this one includes characters from many ancient Hindu tales (and some of those characters recount their original stories for the gang). The battles with gods and goddesses are quite epic, and the pacing is perfect. I was a little surprised by what seemed like a somewhat drawn-out conclusion (there's a time-skip at the end of the book), but then it all makes sense when some game-changing revelations occur that will change relationships in the book forever. Can't wait for the conclusion to this series to come out next year!!
***Disclosure: I received this book from the publisher via Rockstar Book Tours in exchange for an honest review. No other compensation was given and all opinions are my own.***
Another exciting installment in the Pandava Series! In this book, Aru and her friends are joined by Kara, who Aru discovers is the Sleeper's other daughter. Family and friendship loyalties are stretched to their limits in this book, as the gang struggles to know who they can count on. Not only do they have to decide if Kara deserves their trust (after all, she was basically raised by the Sleeper), but they're also dealing with revelations about Boo that challenge everything they ever believed about him---and challenge their belief in themselves as well. The gang has to figure out how to trust themselves enough to make it through (yet another) series of challenges in order to get a weapon that will help them fight the Sleeper. And, of course, both Aru and (especially) Kara are feeling torn about the Sleeper in general since he's their dad.
As with the past books, this one includes characters from many ancient Hindu tales (and some of those characters recount their original stories for the gang). The battles with gods and goddesses are quite epic, and the pacing is perfect. I was a little surprised by what seemed like a somewhat drawn-out conclusion (there's a time-skip at the end of the book), but then it all makes sense when some game-changing revelations occur that will change relationships in the book forever. Can't wait for the conclusion to this series to come out next year!!
***Disclosure: I received this book from the publisher via Rockstar Book Tours in exchange for an honest review. No other compensation was given and all opinions are my own.***
swiftie7013's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-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
4.0
kkaste's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
whatmrsharperisreading's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
4.5
cayeman's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
artmajorese's review against another edition
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Look, I just get irritated when a series of books ends up with things getting worse every time. And when the flimsiest of lies lets the evil-doer win. I know, that's how mythology is! And this is a mythologically-based book! But I'm only giving it 3 stars for those reasons.
gayathiri_rajendran's review against another edition
4.0
Aru Shah and the City of Gold is the fourth book in the Pandava series and the story picks off after the events of the third book. I can't believe this series is almost over. There are some new characters introduced in this book and the story is well plotted. It kept me hooked the entire time. I've always loved this series and this book hasn't failed to impress me!
There is a lot of character development seen in this book and they've been developed more compared to the previous books. There are many funny moments in this book and the many references in Hindu mythology which Chokshi incorporated into the books was really too good. The dialogues between the characters were really fun to read.
Overall, I had a really good time reading this book and I cannot wait to read the final instalment. That cliffhanger though???!!!!!
There is a lot of character development seen in this book and they've been developed more compared to the previous books. There are many funny moments in this book and the many references in Hindu mythology which Chokshi incorporated into the books was really too good. The dialogues between the characters were really fun to read.
Overall, I had a really good time reading this book and I cannot wait to read the final instalment. That cliffhanger though???!!!!!
thage's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
sad
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? It's complicated
4.0