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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
lawcompetente's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-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
4.0
4/5 Stars
This book is an amazing sequel (and prelude) to the finale of the Pandava series. By far, this one was the most adventurous and intense of the series which I really love.
We see our main characters undergo a certain growth in this book, not just in their strengths, but also the maturity and empathy that they have as heroines of their world. The writing was splendid with the imagery and world-building, their magic was, as always, an amazing touch. But was also truly impressed me the most was the characterization of the characters in this book - it dove deeper in the emotional aspect, and we see the rawness of our characters in a different light. It makes them more relatable and grounded, which elevates the story and amplifies the importance of the journey.
This book certainly serves the right build up as we reach the finale, and I cannot wait to read the next book.
This book is an amazing sequel (and prelude) to the finale of the Pandava series. By far, this one was the most adventurous and intense of the series which I really love.
We see our main characters undergo a certain growth in this book, not just in their strengths, but also the maturity and empathy that they have as heroines of their world. The writing was splendid with the imagery and world-building, their magic was, as always, an amazing touch. But was also truly impressed me the most was the characterization of the characters in this book - it dove deeper in the emotional aspect, and we see the rawness of our characters in a different light. It makes them more relatable and grounded, which elevates the story and amplifies the importance of the journey.
This book certainly serves the right build up as we reach the finale, and I cannot wait to read the next book.
farmfreshlisa's review against another edition
4.0
Aru Shah is back after a major bomb dropping ending in Book #3! Kara joins the team but with great hesitation on the part of the other Pandavans. Who is she anyways? Why does she glow and have a trident? How do they get to the city of Gold? And where is Aru's mother anyways?
This book is the next installment for Aru in saving the world from The Sleeper (aka Dad). And she's go to juggle all her responsibilities, but also having a new half-sister AND increase awareness of Aiden (ak Wifey).
I do find Aru's CONTINUOUS quoting of movies to start to get annoying...but hey. I know people in real life who do that! LOL.
Book 4 Aru grows immensely in learning who she is--and also learns to let go a lot of things that weigh her down. But she still stays that awkward teenager she always is who loves her Spider-Man pajamas
This book is the next installment for Aru in saving the world from The Sleeper (aka Dad). And she's go to juggle all her responsibilities, but also having a new half-sister AND increase awareness of Aiden (ak Wifey).
I do find Aru's CONTINUOUS quoting of movies to start to get annoying...but hey. I know people in real life who do that! LOL.
Book 4 Aru grows immensely in learning who she is--and also learns to let go a lot of things that weigh her down. But she still stays that awkward teenager she always is who loves her Spider-Man pajamas
bookpup's review against another edition
5.0
I can't get enough.
The last book comes out in 2022?????
Arghh.. The wait is long.
The last book comes out in 2022?????
Arghh.. The wait is long.
mybooktasticlife's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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? Yes
4.25
tripleareads's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
lovetolovereading's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
funny
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
4.5
michellewords's review against another edition
4.0
Aru Shah is an absolute treasure. She's one of my favorite characters. Her movie references and sarcasm is the best.
So of course I enjoyed this book. In this book, Aru and company are trying to find and secure the army from Kubera in the City of Gold. Of course bro gives them a few tasks first to prove themselves.
This book had a fair amount of angst and teen drama. Which is actually a first for this series and it kinda caught me off guard. I don't feel like it brought the book down, but was a little off putting at first.
Still a really great book from a fantastic series.
So of course I enjoyed this book. In this book, Aru and company are trying to find and secure the army from Kubera in the City of Gold. Of course bro gives them a few tasks first to prove themselves.
This book had a fair amount of angst and teen drama. Which is actually a first for this series and it kinda caught me off guard. I don't feel like it brought the book down, but was a little off putting at first.
Still a really great book from a fantastic series.