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kuislea's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
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
4.0
hsecen's review against another edition
4.25
May 2024 reread
Once again, bumping up to 4.25. Expectations were better set, and I had a much more enjoyable time reading than the first time.
3.5 stars
I realize I'm going to sound rather repetitive in my reviews of this book, as it seems to just be the writing style of Elisa Kova. The beginning and end were where much of the action takes place and the pacing in the middle is a little slow for my taste. There is some good character development as the series continues, which is super pleasant to read! Especially in Vhalla - at the end I wasn't sure where her intentions were going to lead her, but she showed some wonderful strength and surprised me with her decision. And with that ending, I'm very curious to know what else is in store for her!
Once again, bumping up to 4.25. Expectations were better set, and I had a much more enjoyable time reading than the first time.
3.5 stars
I realize I'm going to sound rather repetitive in my reviews of this book, as it seems to just be the writing style of Elisa Kova. The beginning and end were where much of the action takes place and the pacing in the middle is a little slow for my taste. There is some good character development as the series continues, which is super pleasant to read! Especially in Vhalla - at the end I wasn't sure where her intentions were going to lead her, but she showed some wonderful strength and surprised me with her decision. And with that ending, I'm very curious to know what else is in store for her!
medootza's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
oliofficialx's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
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
4.0
luisarrr's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
1.0
dayamarie's review against another edition
4.0
I can’t put this series down. I have to see it to the end. I am a sucker for happy endings so I hope I won’t be disappointed in the end. These cliff hangers, this one less than the last, are killing me.
piticu's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-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
sarsarsarsarsar's review against another edition
2.0
This was a roller coaster in the worst way - I kept hoping more drama and betrayal would come and it forced me to consider if I care about any of these characters -> I don’t!
Also this book had a glaringly annoying plot hole in that they have a literal tower to teach people magic and then Vanhalla just comes in and has all this power and control over her power and powers no one else has and has nearly no issues controlling her magic. Even though how many times did the author warn us that rogue, untaught magic is super dangerous and uncontrollable?? But ok.
Probably unpopular opinion but when Aldrick was being crazy af with his hot and cold, I was SLIVING bc that’s exactly who he is in my head: emotionally inept and volatile
I’m so glad for the ending being potentially juicy and will be continuing reading but my expectations are lower than the world building standards for this book!!
Also this book had a glaringly annoying plot hole in that they have a literal tower to teach people magic and then Vanhalla just comes in and has all this power and control over her power and powers no one else has and has nearly no issues controlling her magic. Even though how many times did the author warn us that rogue, untaught magic is super dangerous and uncontrollable?? But ok.
Probably unpopular opinion but when Aldrick was being crazy af with his hot and cold, I was SLIVING bc that’s exactly who he is in my head: emotionally inept and volatile
I’m so glad for the ending being potentially juicy and will be continuing reading but my expectations are lower than the world building standards for this book!!
soft_incipient's review against another edition
3.75
BITCH EXCUSE MEEE! THERES ALWAYS SOMETHING NEW WITH THIS SERIES! I LOVE IT BUT HATE IT. though it really does keep a bitch entertained im always like oh.. imma read the next one sure sure.. but then those cliff hangers.. NAH MANN I gotta see what happens.
I'm also super close to finishing. I looove that these stories are so easy to digest and are pretty entertaining. Looking forward to seeing where this goes.
Vhalla.. interesting character.. Honestly all of the characters are pretty interesting because I dont know how to feel about them. I love the side characters more than the main characters buuut I do love when the main characters are on screen though so..
I'm also super close to finishing. I looove that these stories are so easy to digest and are pretty entertaining. Looking forward to seeing where this goes.
Vhalla.. interesting character.. Honestly all of the characters are pretty interesting because I dont know how to feel about them. I love the side characters more than the main characters buuut I do love when the main characters are on screen though so..
oonagh_'s review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
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? Yes
5.0