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4.25 AVERAGE
4.25 AVERAGE
A fun read for my first Pratchett and first real "comedy" book. I didn't expect a book to have me cracking up as often as this, or even laughing out loud several times as I did here. Pratchett's writing felt quick, both in wit and readability, telling a neat story chock full of puns, one-liners, and lovable morons.
adventurous
funny
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
adventurous
funny
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
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:
Complicated
Absolutely hilarious. Consistently cracked me up. Terry Pratchett is a comedic wizard. This is the first Discworld book I've given 5 stars. I'm reading them in publication order, and Guards! Guards! is the funniest of the bunch so far. Funny from start to finish.
It's also the best, most cohesive story. I can see why people recommend this book as a good starting point with Discworld, but I'm actually really glad I have been reading them in publication order. Doing so introduced me to Pratchett's evolving writing style and the quirky universe he imagined.
The characters in Guards! Guards! are amazing, and this time the shenanigans are focused in Ankh-Morpork. I mostly listened to this one on audiobook. The narrator is incredible. So many hilarious voices. Awesome pacing and comedic timing. I often listened while out driving, walking or jogging, or while running errands and grabbing groceries. I'm fairly certain I looked insane, randomly bursting out with laughter or smiling all the time. My neighbors must be concerned for my mental health.
Pratchett's Discworld books are like nothing I've ever read. They are such a wonderful palette cleanser. If you're looking for something to lighten your mood, Guards! Guards! is a fine choice. Highly, highly recommend it!
Discworld by Terry Pratchett
Book 1: The Color of Magic 2/5
Book 2: The Light Fantastic 3/5
Book 3: Equal Rites 3/5
Book 4: Mort 4/5
Book 5: Sourcery 4/5
Book 6: Wyrd Sisters 4/5
Book 7: Pyramids 4/5
Book 8: Guards! Guards! 5/5
It's also the best, most cohesive story. I can see why people recommend this book as a good starting point with Discworld, but I'm actually really glad I have been reading them in publication order. Doing so introduced me to Pratchett's evolving writing style and the quirky universe he imagined.
The characters in Guards! Guards! are amazing, and this time the shenanigans are focused in Ankh-Morpork. I mostly listened to this one on audiobook. The narrator is incredible. So many hilarious voices. Awesome pacing and comedic timing. I often listened while out driving, walking or jogging, or while running errands and grabbing groceries. I'm fairly certain I looked insane, randomly bursting out with laughter or smiling all the time. My neighbors must be concerned for my mental health.
Pratchett's Discworld books are like nothing I've ever read. They are such a wonderful palette cleanser. If you're looking for something to lighten your mood, Guards! Guards! is a fine choice. Highly, highly recommend it!
Discworld by Terry Pratchett
Book 1: The Color of Magic 2/5
Book 2: The Light Fantastic 3/5
Book 3: Equal Rites 3/5
Book 4: Mort 4/5
Book 5: Sourcery 4/5
Book 6: Wyrd Sisters 4/5
Book 7: Pyramids 4/5
Book 8: Guards! Guards! 5/5
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
My first venture into Terry Pratchett's Discworld, and a fun adventure to kick off!
I was reminded a lot of things like Hot Fuzz as I read this. This plays a lot with the the traditional storybeats of a typical fantasy adventure. In its self awareness, it will directly call out the typical tropes and either use them or not at its own whim, so you're never quite sure what it's going to do, keeping the story fresh.
The characters were all fun without falling into being caricatures of themselves.
I was reminded a lot of things like Hot Fuzz as I read this. This plays a lot with the the traditional storybeats of a typical fantasy adventure. In its self awareness, it will directly call out the typical tropes and either use them or not at its own whim, so you're never quite sure what it's going to do, keeping the story fresh.
The characters were all fun without falling into being caricatures of themselves.
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
This was my first Pratchett novel. Witty, clever, and hilariously chaotic- plus a decent fantasy novel on top of it all. One of my favourite voices in fantasy. A GOAT contender for sure.