bookycnidaria's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: War, Slavery, and Violence
zenithharpink's review against another edition
3.0
Admittedly this book took me over a month to complete, but it wasn't entirely the book's fault. This is not my favorite in the series, which I feel I've been saying a lot lately. The riddle aspect of the book, a feature I generally enjoy, was not well-linked into the larger narrative, so it felt more like a distraction than a valuable plot point.
While I thought Tiria was a nice little otter, she wasn't given much opportunity to shine herself, instead deferring to others. The final battle royale was incredibly condensed and felt superficial and lackluster.
The relationships didn't shine as bright, the lore didn't provide the solid backbone I've come to expect, and food barely featured in this book (except to again remind us that hares have unquenchable appetites.
It sounds like I didn't like this book, and in the context of Redwall, I guess I didn't, but as a book it was entertaining if largely forgettable - hence the 3-star rating.
I recommend this to fans of Redwall, especially those who are committed to the series. It's not super critical to read these books in order, and this story can hold its own as a standalone.
While I thought Tiria was a nice little otter, she wasn't given much opportunity to shine herself, instead deferring to others. The final battle royale was incredibly condensed and felt superficial and lackluster.
The relationships didn't shine as bright, the lore didn't provide the solid backbone I've come to expect, and food barely featured in this book (except to again remind us that hares have unquenchable appetites.
It sounds like I didn't like this book, and in the context of Redwall, I guess I didn't, but as a book it was entertaining if largely forgettable - hence the 3-star rating.
I recommend this to fans of Redwall, especially those who are committed to the series. It's not super critical to read these books in order, and this story can hold its own as a standalone.
twigbanana's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
maple_'s review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
taryngoehrig's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
areemts1130's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
mdumont's review against another edition
3.0
I've been reading Brian Jacques since 7th grade when I picked up Salamadastron. They are a little on the young side for me nowadays but I still love the stories and how they all the books relate with past stories in some way. They are quick reads and they are just cute stories with happy endings. They are nice for inbetween books or just a fast read. I plan to read these to my children one day. I am sorry Jacques passed away. I would have loved the story of Redwall to continue forever. :)
schmaggie's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
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? No
5.0
margaret_hovestadt's review against another edition
5.0
I love Jacques books! They are cute and funny and really evoke a sense of hope in a person. This one is one of my favorites. The main character is one of my favorites of his series.
elusivesue's review against another edition
4.0
Another winner from the land of Redwall. I enjoyed the addition of some different animals - osprey, goose, wildcats - to the range of creatures that Redwall encompasses.