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kurostar88's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
nicolejones911's review against another edition
4.0
4.5. I know I’m not the target audience for this book and I still thoroughly enjoyed it. I will definitely continue on with the series.
gardenfairyreads's review against another edition
5.0
reminiscent of harry potter in the best sort of way, a charming, magical adventure that ties in emotional and political aspects and incorporates the found family trope while taking place at a magical school. absolutely wonderful.
asreadbykat's review against another edition
4.0
True Rating: 4.5/5
I loved "Nevermoor," but the second installment ("Wundersmith") left me feeling a little let-down. So I went into "Hollowpox" knowing I'd enjoy it, but wondering whether I'd LOVE it as I did "Nevermoor."
I'm happy to say that "Hollowpox" was definitely a return to the series that I loved, and that might even be my favorite one so far.
One problem I had with the previous book was that it felt like too much was happening while nothing happened; that is, it was trying to do too much. There were so many plot threads that none of them got the time they needed to really be explored and felt by the readers. "Hollowpox", thankfully, doesn't have that problem. There is more than one plot thread, but rather than juggling at least 4, it sticks to two: Morrigan's education as a Wundersmith, and the disease that slowly begins to spread through the Wunimals of Nevermoor. Because there's only these two main plots, the story has more than enough time to delve into the characters and their feelings and actions, as well as continue to build the world. And while these plot threads do branch out, they join together much more seamlessly than they did in "Wundersmith."
This book also made a return to something that I really enjoyed about the very first book, and that is the messages given. "Nevermoor" had so many wonderful messages for younger readers, and while "Wundersmith" had a few, the many plot threads didn't make them as meaningful. "Hollowpox" again fixed that. The messages are there, clear as day, and are explored, maybe not fully, but enough to be satisfying. One reason I enjoy middle-grade books is that they aren't afraid of speaking about deeper, sometimes darker topics to children. This book focuses on topics such as tolerance vs. acceptance, prejudice and discrimination, self-esteem and self-confidence, and whether or not adults are doing more harm than good by trying to reassure children without telling them everything, among others. This book could open some great discussions as a class or family read.
I also enjoyed how the author continued to slowly peel back the layers and secrets of both Nevermoor and the Wundersmiths. Readers have known things were hidden since the first book, but it's only now, in book three, that both Morrigan and the readers are beginning to get some answers, or the beginnings of them.
All in all, this was a fantastic installment that only reinforced why I adore this series.
TL;DR: An improvement for any who found the second book lacklustre, and goes a little deeper in its world and messages than even the first one.
I loved "Nevermoor," but the second installment ("Wundersmith") left me feeling a little let-down. So I went into "Hollowpox" knowing I'd enjoy it, but wondering whether I'd LOVE it as I did "Nevermoor."
I'm happy to say that "Hollowpox" was definitely a return to the series that I loved, and that might even be my favorite one so far.
One problem I had with the previous book was that it felt like too much was happening while nothing happened; that is, it was trying to do too much. There were so many plot threads that none of them got the time they needed to really be explored and felt by the readers. "Hollowpox", thankfully, doesn't have that problem. There is more than one plot thread, but rather than juggling at least 4, it sticks to two: Morrigan's education as a Wundersmith, and the disease that slowly begins to spread through the Wunimals of Nevermoor. Because there's only these two main plots, the story has more than enough time to delve into the characters and their feelings and actions, as well as continue to build the world. And while these plot threads do branch out, they join together much more seamlessly than they did in "Wundersmith."
This book also made a return to something that I really enjoyed about the very first book, and that is the messages given. "Nevermoor" had so many wonderful messages for younger readers, and while "Wundersmith" had a few, the many plot threads didn't make them as meaningful. "Hollowpox" again fixed that. The messages are there, clear as day, and are explored, maybe not fully, but enough to be satisfying. One reason I enjoy middle-grade books is that they aren't afraid of speaking about deeper, sometimes darker topics to children. This book focuses on topics such as tolerance vs. acceptance, prejudice and discrimination, self-esteem and self-confidence, and whether or not adults are doing more harm than good by trying to reassure children without telling them everything, among others. This book could open some great discussions as a class or family read.
I also enjoyed how the author continued to slowly peel back the layers and secrets of both Nevermoor and the Wundersmiths. Readers have known things were hidden since the first book, but it's only now, in book three, that both Morrigan and the readers are beginning to get some answers, or the beginnings of them.
All in all, this was a fantastic installment that only reinforced why I adore this series.
TL;DR: An improvement for any who found the second book lacklustre, and goes a little deeper in its world and messages than even the first one.
morgan_grice's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
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
zsaleh's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
kanej's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
sarahp85's review against another edition
4.0
Like this the best so far, books are getting better, bit darker. Really like this series.
Not sure how many books there will be in total but I'm looking forward to the next one for sure!
Not sure how many books there will be in total but I'm looking forward to the next one for sure!
hannahhbic's review against another edition
5.0
Wow wow wow. Blown away by this series. Gonna update my review on book one to hype up this series because MAN it's good!
PS there's canon adult wlw ladies in this book! :D
PS there's canon adult wlw ladies in this book! :D
kdelong's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0