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lilbeeemma's review against another edition
2.0
Let me begin by saying I adore Richelle Mead. I've met her, she's so sweet and adorable. I love her Vampire Academy series something fierce, girl, but I have to admit... this one was just a fail.
This is book 3. I had read the first one and attempted the second one, which sits on my Goodreads shelf with the dear ol' DNF title. Yet I still wanted to give this one a go, because while I didn't love the first one, I thought this would be better and more exciting.
Tamsin has a plan. She plans on doing whatever she can in order to find a rich husband to take care of her and her family. Nothing will get in the way; not the other girls, a roaring sea, or a roadside goods seller. But Tamsin learns that nothing everything goes according to plan and that sometimes, you just have to go with the flow.
I was really excited about Tamsin's story. It would be the one that didn't have a repetitve feeling compared to The Midnight Jewel, and I was right, it didn't feel like that at all. In fact, it felt like nothing at all. I was prepared for excitment, a journey filled with trouble and a booty kicking female. Instead, what I got was a boring, undeeded discriptioned, story.
There was a surprising revelation about Tamsin and while it didn't seem that big, it was really the only twist to happen in this book.
I guess there was some mystery but it was so put into the back of the plot that I forgot it was even a thing. So did Tamsin, apparently. I wish that whole thing was played out even better, and I know if you're reading this, you probably haven't read the book, but trust me--it was lame.
The thing I always expect from Mead's stories is the lack of romance. She doesn't tend to put much into the romance parts, and while that's okay, I really wish she would build more chemistry between the MC and the Hero. They don't need to kiss or have a heavy makeout session, but when there is no sparks or pull toward someone, you can't really claim to have romance in a story.
That was badly done. It felt abrupt, way too slow (yeah, I know, it's possible!), and just didn't feel right. It felt rushed in the end. They hardly really talked in the story leading up to it all.
There is a lot of political schpiel in this. It's heavily laddeled with a religious background of Uros. The town where they get stuck made me furious so at least something made me feel while reading this book, but other than that, I felt no connection with the characters. I was disconnected and just wanted it to end already. I debated actually finishing it but knew I had to so I could give an honest review.
This series has a beautiful cover, and I have to say, that's the only good thing about it. It drags on, there isn't adventure, romance or even real friendship bridging between characters. It's all political, religious feeling and has no draw.
This is book 3. I had read the first one and attempted the second one, which sits on my Goodreads shelf with the dear ol' DNF title. Yet I still wanted to give this one a go, because while I didn't love the first one, I thought this would be better and more exciting.
Tamsin has a plan. She plans on doing whatever she can in order to find a rich husband to take care of her and her family. Nothing will get in the way; not the other girls, a roaring sea, or a roadside goods seller. But Tamsin learns that nothing everything goes according to plan and that sometimes, you just have to go with the flow.
I was really excited about Tamsin's story. It would be the one that didn't have a repetitve feeling compared to The Midnight Jewel, and I was right, it didn't feel like that at all. In fact, it felt like nothing at all. I was prepared for excitment, a journey filled with trouble and a booty kicking female. Instead, what I got was a boring, undeeded discriptioned, story.
There was a surprising revelation about Tamsin and while it didn't seem that big, it was really the only twist to happen in this book.
I guess there was some mystery but it was so put into the back of the plot that I forgot it was even a thing. So did Tamsin, apparently. I wish that whole thing was played out even better, and I know if you're reading this, you probably haven't read the book, but trust me--it was lame.
The thing I always expect from Mead's stories is the lack of romance. She doesn't tend to put much into the romance parts, and while that's okay, I really wish she would build more chemistry between the MC and the Hero. They don't need to kiss or have a heavy makeout session, but when there is no sparks or pull toward someone, you can't really claim to have romance in a story.
That was badly done. It felt abrupt, way too slow (yeah, I know, it's possible!), and just didn't feel right. It felt rushed in the end. They hardly really talked in the story leading up to it all.
There is a lot of political schpiel in this. It's heavily laddeled with a religious background of Uros. The town where they get stuck made me furious so at least something made me feel while reading this book, but other than that, I felt no connection with the characters. I was disconnected and just wanted it to end already. I debated actually finishing it but knew I had to so I could give an honest review.
This series has a beautiful cover, and I have to say, that's the only good thing about it. It drags on, there isn't adventure, romance or even real friendship bridging between characters. It's all political, religious feeling and has no draw.
luna_rondo's review against another edition
3.0
I have no idea what to even label this book.
I have some mixed feelings on this series (Adelaide and her book are atrocious, but Mira and Tamisin are much more interesting characters). What I will say, is Richelle Mead can really write characters. They're always so full developed that I find myself cheering them on.
Mead's stories on the other hand... have really gone downhill after the Vampire Academy series.
I have some mixed feelings on this series (Adelaide and her book are atrocious, but Mira and Tamisin are much more interesting characters). What I will say, is Richelle Mead can really write characters. They're always so full developed that I find myself cheering them on.
Mead's stories on the other hand... have really gone downhill after the Vampire Academy series.
lookingforamandaa's review against another edition
4.0
Tamsin’s book is the one in this series that I was the most excited for. Her adventures were the most different from the first two girls in the previous books. We got to see more of Adoria because Tamsin sees more of it.
I liked Tamsin. She’s a fiery spirit and fights for what she believes is the right thing. She has to spend so much time standing up for the other girls. I really loved finally getting to figure out what her big secret was. And I am not afraid to admit that I definitely cried at Tamsin’s reunion with Mary.
I loved the relationships and the adventures that Tamsin found. She became a voice of reason in a world that is so full of hate for those that may be different. I thought it was really interesting that the scheming that we learned about in the first two books were tied even more together with this one.
I’m not sure what else to say about this book because so much of it could be considered a spoiler and I really loved this so I want others to read it without knowing what happens.
Overall, I loved the happily ever after. I loved getting to see more of Adoria and the people that live there. I really enjoyed finally getting to know Tamsin’s story.
I liked Tamsin. She’s a fiery spirit and fights for what she believes is the right thing. She has to spend so much time standing up for the other girls. I really loved finally getting to figure out what her big secret was. And I am not afraid to admit that I definitely cried at Tamsin’s reunion with Mary.
I loved the relationships and the adventures that Tamsin found. She became a voice of reason in a world that is so full of hate for those that may be different. I thought it was really interesting that the scheming that we learned about in the first two books were tied even more together with this one.
I’m not sure what else to say about this book because so much of it could be considered a spoiler and I really loved this so I want others to read it without knowing what happens.
Overall, I loved the happily ever after. I loved getting to see more of Adoria and the people that live there. I really enjoyed finally getting to know Tamsin’s story.
jennifermreads's review against another edition
4.0
The conclusion of The Glittering Court trilogy features Tamsin as she rises to the top of the Court of girls. But, as they travel to Adoria, Tamsin’s ship is lost at sea and she finds herself diverted from her goal of a rich husband and safety for her family.
When I read the first volume of this trilogy, Tamsin’s story intrigued me the least and her personality grated on me the most. But after reading this novel devoted to Tamsin’s story, my view of her has completely changed and I find I really, really liked her. I would not have minded being a fly on the wall as she conquered obstacle after obstacle.
Overall, the entire trilogy was entertaining. The narration of the second novel marred my initial starry-eyed love of it. But Tamsin’s story has erased my hesitations. I think that, if I had read the print of Midnight Jewel, I would not have had the same misgivings and probably would have enjoyed the story far more. It is proof of how important the narrator is when listening instead of reading print.
This trilogy was a remarkable tale of immigration, social class, and perseverance with a heavy dose of adventure.
When I read the first volume of this trilogy, Tamsin’s story intrigued me the least and her personality grated on me the most. But after reading this novel devoted to Tamsin’s story, my view of her has completely changed and I find I really, really liked her. I would not have minded being a fly on the wall as she conquered obstacle after obstacle.
Overall, the entire trilogy was entertaining. The narration of the second novel marred my initial starry-eyed love of it. But Tamsin’s story has erased my hesitations. I think that, if I had read the print of Midnight Jewel, I would not have had the same misgivings and probably would have enjoyed the story far more. It is proof of how important the narrator is when listening instead of reading print.
This trilogy was a remarkable tale of immigration, social class, and perseverance with a heavy dose of adventure.
frannieman's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.75
caszriel's review
4.0
The highest of four stars!
I utterly fell in love with Tamsin's story, and Jago Robinson has my heart. This was a long read, but it flew by; there was a bit nearer the end that dragged a little but mostly it was probably me trying to get in as much reading as possible before I went to bed. It's been a few years since I last touched this series but I was so quickly drawn back into the world of The Glittering Court, which is truly a testament to Richelle Mead's storytelling prowess. For once, I marvelled at the execution of the love triangle instead of seeing it as an abberation.
I utterly fell in love with Tamsin's story, and Jago Robinson has my heart. This was a long read, but it flew by; there was a bit nearer the end that dragged a little but mostly it was probably me trying to get in as much reading as possible before I went to bed. It's been a few years since I last touched this series but I was so quickly drawn back into the world of The Glittering Court, which is truly a testament to Richelle Mead's storytelling prowess. For once, I marvelled at the execution of the love triangle instead of seeing it as an abberation.
bibblanmadde's review against another edition
3.0
I loved the first book in this series but both book two and three was a let down for me for some weird reason.
meglang's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
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? It's complicated
3.0