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3.96 AVERAGE
3.96 AVERAGE
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
i remember kinda disliking this one last time i read it and yeah it takes a while to get into but i do really like the end. and i like getting to see more of the world. i liked seeing marwick and sam! and beetle!! but no marcia:(
This one was a definite improvement over the last! I liked it a lot :). In fact, if it wasn't for the slow beginning, I would almost say it's good enough on its own power, no references to the old series needed. I'm very excited for StarChaser!
adventurous
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
This series is new to me so I was glad that the book worked as a standalone read - there were only one or two points where references to other books stood out but I didn't feel I was missing out on anything.
The story is simple and works well - bad guy steals egg, threatens people, recruits others... Okay simple may undersell it, there's a good amount going on there, but it fits together seamlessly and it becomes simple.
I loved the basic premise of this book though. Having strong female characters and female leads in a fantasy novel is far too rare but Sage does a truly superb job with Alice Todhunter Moon. What makes it stand out however is that this book doesn't care, it's just about kids on an adventure in the style of the Famous Five or Secret Seven - a trick that seems to have slipped from fashion as the need to brand as a book for boys or girls grows. The book is strong enough for that universal appeal, it will be enjoyed by both boys and girls.
It's good at crossing age boundaries too. The book has both parts and chapters, nice and brief ones that will help encourage reluctant readers. The writing treats younger readers with respect, it doesn't dumb down at all, which also means it will retain a lot of appeal for older readers. I'd struggle to actually put an age bracket on the target audience but it no doubt has a very broad appeal. It's a fine read as an adult too - the stylised text for magical words did interrupt the flow a little for me and I would've happily done without, but in truth I suspect when I was younger I would've found it rather charming.
Sage has created a vivid world with some great concepts and some fresh approaches to common conundrums in fantasy writing. The characters are grounded in reality and easy to relate to, drawing you in quickly and easily. A very strong individual book and a great omen for the series in general. Fun for everyone!
The story is simple and works well - bad guy steals egg, threatens people, recruits others... Okay simple may undersell it, there's a good amount going on there, but it fits together seamlessly and it becomes simple.
I loved the basic premise of this book though. Having strong female characters and female leads in a fantasy novel is far too rare but Sage does a truly superb job with Alice Todhunter Moon. What makes it stand out however is that this book doesn't care, it's just about kids on an adventure in the style of the Famous Five or Secret Seven - a trick that seems to have slipped from fashion as the need to brand as a book for boys or girls grows. The book is strong enough for that universal appeal, it will be enjoyed by both boys and girls.
It's good at crossing age boundaries too. The book has both parts and chapters, nice and brief ones that will help encourage reluctant readers. The writing treats younger readers with respect, it doesn't dumb down at all, which also means it will retain a lot of appeal for older readers. I'd struggle to actually put an age bracket on the target audience but it no doubt has a very broad appeal. It's a fine read as an adult too - the stylised text for magical words did interrupt the flow a little for me and I would've happily done without, but in truth I suspect when I was younger I would've found it rather charming.
Sage has created a vivid world with some great concepts and some fresh approaches to common conundrums in fantasy writing. The characters are grounded in reality and easy to relate to, drawing you in quickly and easily. A very strong individual book and a great omen for the series in general. Fun for everyone!
I seriously cannot get enough of this world and these characters, and since you all saw me rave about Pathfinder when I read it, this positive review should not come as a surprise. I loved seeing the new characters return, and I, of course, loved seeing the original characters, too. I do wish, though, that there had been more of Jenna and her relationship with Septimus because I love their brother-sister-best-friends moments. I also would have liked to see Marcia Overstrand make an appearance. Seeing Tod as the ExtraOrdinary Apprentice made me really happy and really nostalgic for when Septimus was just beginning his seven years as ExtraOrdinary Apprentice. They grow up fast, don’t they? Also, Oskar, Ferdie, and Tod’s friendship made me smile, and even when it was tested, I knew their bond would hold because they’re so close and they really care about each other. The plot really held my attention throughout, especially towards the end. I was on the edge of my seat!! It really could have gone in any direction, but I like the way it ended. This world is built so well, and this book is no exception. I can’t wait to read StarChaser, but gosh it’s going to hurt to say goodbye to the world I grew up with.
adventurous
emotional
funny
Love Angie Safe and will basically devour anything she writes. Got to read this as I was driving through the desert, which was a plus. Love to read about how the first generation of characters (Septimus, Jenna, etc.) grows up. A lot of new inventive magykal ideas, as expected!
I'm sorry, but I was on the verge of attempting to strangle Kaznim the whole time...