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__karen__'s review
5.0
Loved this book! It was a library book I enjoyed so much that I purchased it. It has a magical feel, not unlike the Harry Potter series. A wonderful story and characters.
I learned of this book from Brian Anderson's review:
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/3151951838?book_show_action=false
I learned of this book from Brian Anderson's review:
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/3151951838?book_show_action=false
tiffani_reads's review against another edition
3.0
This book was just okay... I really enjoyed all the literary references that were packed into this book but it took a really long time to get to the climax and then it was over in like 4 pages.
This book had a lot of potential to be great but I just felt bored reading it. I love middle grade novels and read them all the time and when they are done right, they are fantastic. There were a lot of things I found interesting about this story but it just seemed to lack that page turner quality that I was hoping it would have.
I may or may not continue in the series but from the way this book ends, I don’t see how Indira could continue on with a second book. Maybe if it explores another character, I would be more enticed to pick it up. I guess we will see where the author takes this series.
*ARC won from Goodreads in exchange for an honest review.*
This book had a lot of potential to be great but I just felt bored reading it. I love middle grade novels and read them all the time and when they are done right, they are fantastic. There were a lot of things I found interesting about this story but it just seemed to lack that page turner quality that I was hoping it would have.
I may or may not continue in the series but from the way this book ends, I don’t see how Indira could continue on with a second book. Maybe if it explores another character, I would be more enticed to pick it up. I guess we will see where the author takes this series.
*ARC won from Goodreads in exchange for an honest review.*
odettebrethouwer's review against another edition
3.0
Heel leuk en origineel idee, maar iets in de uitwerking mist de sprankel waardoor dit een memorabel boek had kunnen worden, want het idee is geweldig. De uitwerking had gewoon beter gekunnen.
emhromp's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
This is the kind of book that proves that you can have the best idea for a sotry and still make it entirely forgettable. I was enthusiastic about all the ingredients, and I honestly can't put my finger on why I don't love this book, but it didn't spark for me.
I am very enthusiastic about Indira wanting to be the main character in a story; this is an important lesson for our society where girls are often taught to be modest.
I am very enthusiastic about Indira wanting to be the main character in a story; this is an important lesson for our society where girls are often taught to be modest.
avvai's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
The world was super cool -- kind of like Phantom Tollbooth where it's all puns, but in this book it's all puns of books, writing, and storys. Learning more about the world was what kept me turning the page, but the characters and plot felt a little forced and flat. The motivation behind the main character isn't quite convincing and the big world ending event wasn't built up enough to be convincing either.
However overall I enjoyed the ideas presented in the book, it was fun.
However overall I enjoyed the ideas presented in the book, it was fun.
thesheepishreader's review against another edition
5.0
Books about books always remind of why I love reading so much. This book was no exception.
paisleypikachu's review against another edition
4.0
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Saving Fable is, first and foremost, a very fun book to read. Think Sky High meets The School for Good and Evil. With a setting that plays on books and writing, turning things like bookmarks and editors into fantastical aspects of a made up world, this story was a a delight to read.
Indira takes center stage in this story, and she is fantastic. Determined, resourceful, a character that's going to resonate with readers who fell in love with Hermione and Annabeth. A terrific lead who, by the end of the story, really stole my heart. The side characters, fittingly enough, were also very well done. Maxi is my personal favorite, at first seemingly a bit of a cliché character, but she ended up so well developed and has some small twists in her own story. With each of his books I've thought Reintgen's strong point was his characters, and he's once again delivered a stellar cast in this book.
The writing style of Saving Fable was fun and very fitting for the story. It was definitely stylized to go along with the setting, and it worked. I think I've seen similar styles done a little better, but it was well written and I'm hoping to see the style grow a bit in future books, becoming even more unique and entertaining.
I thoroughly enjoyed Indira's story. The adventure's she goes on, both alone and with her friends, were engaging for me even as an adult reader. Another of Reintgen's strong suits in each of his books has been the twists, and again, Saving Fable delivered on that front. I liked not always knowing what was going to happen next, being truly surprised by some of the developments. The story also felt really well thought out, with little key points from early on tying into bigger things later on. I love for a book to reward me for paying attention, and that's exactly what I got from this one. I think it will really be fun for younger readers especially to notice little things that come into play later in the story.
Overall, I thought Saving Fable was a delightful, fun read, with a good dose of deeper themes to keep readers of any age entertained. The cast is fully fleshed out, boasting well developed, diverse characters. The story is very entertaining, full of fun references and twists that held my attention through to the end. I'd highly recommend this one for anyone looking for a new middle grade series to fall in love with, and I can't wait to see where the series goes. It will be very interesting to see if it continues to follow Indira's story, or if it centers on new characters. Either would be very fun to read, I just know that I definitely want to see more of the world of Fable!
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This book was provided by the publisher (via NetGalley). This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
Saving Fable is, first and foremost, a very fun book to read. Think Sky High meets The School for Good and Evil. With a setting that plays on books and writing, turning things like bookmarks and editors into fantastical aspects of a made up world, this story was a a delight to read.
Indira takes center stage in this story, and she is fantastic. Determined, resourceful, a character that's going to resonate with readers who fell in love with Hermione and Annabeth. A terrific lead who, by the end of the story, really stole my heart. The side characters, fittingly enough, were also very well done. Maxi is my personal favorite, at first seemingly a bit of a cliché character, but she ended up so well developed and has some small twists in her own story. With each of his books I've thought Reintgen's strong point was his characters, and he's once again delivered a stellar cast in this book.
The writing style of Saving Fable was fun and very fitting for the story. It was definitely stylized to go along with the setting, and it worked. I think I've seen similar styles done a little better, but it was well written and I'm hoping to see the style grow a bit in future books, becoming even more unique and entertaining.
I thoroughly enjoyed Indira's story. The adventure's she goes on, both alone and with her friends, were engaging for me even as an adult reader. Another of Reintgen's strong suits in each of his books has been the twists, and again, Saving Fable delivered on that front. I liked not always knowing what was going to happen next, being truly surprised by some of the developments. The story also felt really well thought out, with little key points from early on tying into bigger things later on. I love for a book to reward me for paying attention, and that's exactly what I got from this one. I think it will really be fun for younger readers especially to notice little things that come into play later in the story.
Overall, I thought Saving Fable was a delightful, fun read, with a good dose of deeper themes to keep readers of any age entertained. The cast is fully fleshed out, boasting well developed, diverse characters. The story is very entertaining, full of fun references and twists that held my attention through to the end. I'd highly recommend this one for anyone looking for a new middle grade series to fall in love with, and I can't wait to see where the series goes. It will be very interesting to see if it continues to follow Indira's story, or if it centers on new characters. Either would be very fun to read, I just know that I definitely want to see more of the world of Fable!
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amarieb0926's review against another edition
4.0
Very cute story with many references to other literary works - I loved the main character and the overall plot. I will definitely be excited to read the next in the series.
alexandritewiz's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Scott Reintgen hurls the reader wholeheartedly into this book. The worldbuilding is the type of thing that could be a bit overbearing, but you are so sucked in that it’s just exciting. I was bouncing with anticipation for the last few chapters and Reintgen did a fantastic job of setting up for the climax while also leaving parts of it surprising.
okiecozyreader's review against another edition
5.0
“So that’s where the name Talespin comes from. It’s the moment an Author and Character connect for the first time...” p101
In this book Indira Story is waiting for the chance to be the leading character in her own story, so she can bring her brother (who didn’t get selected for a story by an author). As she goes through Protagonist Preparatory to learn how to be a character, she and her friends realize some things aren’t right. Does she have the skills to save her world?
My 12 year old loved it so much, he finished half of it in one night without me.
In this book Indira Story is waiting for the chance to be the leading character in her own story, so she can bring her brother (who didn’t get selected for a story by an author). As she goes through Protagonist Preparatory to learn how to be a character, she and her friends realize some things aren’t right. Does she have the skills to save her world?
My 12 year old loved it so much, he finished half of it in one night without me.