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3.48 AVERAGE
3.48 AVERAGE
Sci-fi meets conservation
I wasn't sure if I would enjoy this book; however, the story was engrossing, the characters fully fleshed and believable, and it made you cheer for the six and the clans.
I wasn't sure if I would enjoy this book; however, the story was engrossing, the characters fully fleshed and believable, and it made you cheer for the six and the clans.
I understand from the time it was written this was amazing. However, there are several problems including how the character doesn't truly have a personality. While the worldbuilding and plot were info-dumpy, there were some parts to enjoy.
Interesting, quick read. A little dated, but I enjoyed the interaction with the animals.
Okay at best and dull at worst. Feel like it wants to make statements about society but just never gets around to it.
emotional
inspiring
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
OWLsreadathon 2020
Magical career: Potioneer
Charms ---> Lumos Maxima: White cover
Magical career: Potioneer
Charms ---> Lumos Maxima: White cover
I'm giving it an extra star because I didn't pay attention so when I tuned back in and didn't know what was going on, I can't blame it. I do however blame it for being dry enough that I couldn't pay attention for the mere 6 hours this audio lasted.
This is the second Norton I've read. I found the animal parts cute. She obviously loves animals and that's sweet. But for whatever reason her books are still not considered children's books. They have none of the depth I expect from adult fiction--it starts with infodumps, the dialogue is opaque and the plot took its time starting.
I can't say anything about this book; I don't know what the plot was, I barely remember who the main character is or the politics of the world. I did listen to the whole thing. The narrator has nice vowel enunciation.
I think perhaps the decades between these books and me are insurmountable.
This is the second Norton I've read. I found the animal parts cute. She obviously loves animals and that's sweet. But for whatever reason her books are still not considered children's books. They have none of the depth I expect from adult fiction--it starts with infodumps, the dialogue is opaque and the plot took its time starting.
I can't say anything about this book; I don't know what the plot was, I barely remember who the main character is or the politics of the world. I did listen to the whole thing. The narrator has nice vowel enunciation.
I think perhaps the decades between these books and me are insurmountable.
My first Andre Norton! Impeccably written and interesting story that has aged well from 1961.
adventurous
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
fine. interesting. first norton I've read, and I'd be glad to check out more, but this was a bit underwhelming