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4.19 AVERAGE
4.19 AVERAGE
The only problem I had with this book is that it's the end of the series, and I really enjoyed reading them. I didn't mind the repeated information. All sequels have some of that, and it makes it somewhat easier to read the book as a stand alone. But it also jogs the memory if, like me, you have read more books than you can count in between this series and can stand a refresher.
I like the way things were wrapped up and it has a satisfying ending. I hope I find another series I like as much as this one.
I like the way things were wrapped up and it has a satisfying ending. I hope I find another series I like as much as this one.
I'm so so so happy with this series, even though it was brief. This one might be my favorite, even though I cringed whenever Fyrom was referred to as 'Macedonia' lmao.
I wish there were more books. Maybe we can see Fix again at some point, augh <3
I wish there were more books. Maybe we can see Fix again at some point, augh <3
This book wrapped up many of the loose ends in the series in a satisfactory manner. I hope Mike Carey returns to this series at some point, though, because I do enjoy it and I think he could build on the base he's created.
I am so bummed that this is the last Felix Castor book. From "The Devil You Know", I was utterly drawn in by Fix, Juliet, Rafi/Asmodeus, and the host of other recurring characters that round out the series' cast. I can't recommend this book enough to folks who love the horror genre, and enjoy stories about preternatural creatures.
dark
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
An excellent conclusion to the series. Most, though not all things are tied up appropriately. I wish there was a sixth book pretty badly, but this serves well enough as the end.
It's nice to see Felix journey somewhat nicely tied up and there are some really cheeky moments in the book that made me chuckle.
The lore and world-building are well executed and I love how each book's title ties back to the episode in a meaningful way. And while you don't have to read the previous books to understand this one, the link between books works well and delivered some aha moments beautifully.
Another thing I like about this series is how the author steps up in his game of explaining everything to readers. What felt like a forced and unnecessary, albeit appreciated, effort in Book 1 had become much more natural in Book 5.
With the nice things said, I have to add that as a series finale this book left one huge question mark or two hanging in the air. And the storyline of Juliet and Sue is, while explainable with the main plot in mind, kinda hard to bear witness to in its execution. And perhaps it's just me, but it feels like Pan's characterization never got any further since book 1.
The lore and world-building are well executed and I love how each book's title ties back to the episode in a meaningful way. And while you don't have to read the previous books to understand this one, the link between books works well and delivered some aha moments beautifully.
Another thing I like about this series is how the author steps up in his game of explaining everything to readers. What felt like a forced and unnecessary, albeit appreciated, effort in Book 1 had become much more natural in Book 5.
With the nice things said, I have to add that as a series finale this book left one huge question mark or two hanging in the air. And the storyline of Juliet and Sue is, while explainable with the main plot in mind, kinda hard to bear witness to in its execution. And perhaps it's just me, but it feels like Pan's characterization never got any further since book 1.
I think by this point in the Felix Castor books you kind of know what you're getting. It's good. As a grand finale for the series it mostly works, tying together the major plot lines and themes. I hope Carey writes more of these at some point, but if he doesn't this works as a pretty good ending to the series.
This is the sixth book in the Felix Castor series. It may also be the last book in the series since it was published in 2009 and the author, [a:Mike Carey|9018|Mike Carey|https://d.gr-assets.com/authors/1334894864p2/9018.jpg], appears to have moved onto other things. Which is a bit sad because while . I do wish there was another book in the series.
Spoiler
Rafi is now separated from Asmodeus, things are still unresolved between Felix and Juliet
This book is okay, but there is a lot of repetition. Felix feels guilty, I get it. I don't need it be stated every other page. If there had been some serious editing this would have been a better book.