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3.88 AVERAGE
3.88 AVERAGE
3.5 stars
The second in the series, and I enjoyed it about the same as the first one -- which is to stay that I liked it, but didn't love it.
The characters are, for the most part, interesting - and now I'm invested in the story enough to want to know what happens with them. The premise of the antique items that sing to Xanthe is compelling, and now that we're learning more about being a "Spinner", it's becoming more intriguing.
I still find the dialogue to be a bit elementary at times, and the pace is rather slow in certain places. But I want to continue the series to see what will happen, so I've already got the next book in hand.
The second in the series, and I enjoyed it about the same as the first one -- which is to stay that I liked it, but didn't love it.
The characters are, for the most part, interesting - and now I'm invested in the story enough to want to know what happens with them. The premise of the antique items that sing to Xanthe is compelling, and now that we're learning more about being a "Spinner", it's becoming more intriguing.
I still find the dialogue to be a bit elementary at times, and the pace is rather slow in certain places. But I want to continue the series to see what will happen, so I've already got the next book in hand.
I enjoyed this one more than the first book. I cannot wait for the next one!
adventurous
challenging
emotional
fast-paced
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
challenging
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
TDTL. That was all I thought about the whole book. I did not enjoy this book as much as the first one. I am not sure I will continue. Xanthe’s whining, complaining, and guilt was beyond annoying. Oh my mother. But I need to help Samuel. But all the lies. But my mother. And so I continue to lie.
Choose a path and get over it!
The Marcus and Fairfax goes back to - to dumb to live. I get one time, but several times - come on!
Choose a path and get over it!
The Marcus and Fairfax goes back to - to dumb to live. I get one time, but several times - come on!
adventurous
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
reflective
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
adventurous
hopeful
mysterious
fast-paced
adventurous
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Content Warnings
Moderate: Toxic relationship, Violence, Alcohol, Injury/Injury detail, Classism
Minor: Addiction, Confinement, Drug abuse, Drug use, Religious bigotry, Murder
This is the second book in the Found Things series, and I loved the first one so it was no surprise that I'd want to follow Xanthe further into her adventures! Now that they've settled fairly well into their new antique business, Xanthe and her mother Flora are becoming part of the fabric of the little town they live in. Of course, Xanthe’s specialty is still in full force, and still allows her to hear stories from certain objects that she touches. It's no spoiler to let you know that she does indeed find a new item to take her back, once again, to the place she left behind. Back to the 17th century where goes, where she learns that there are others like her. Other "spinners".
What fell short for me this time around was all the tiptoeing around that Xanthe had to do to complete her missions. I felt like Brackston had to spend more time making excuses for Xanthe's departures than felt necessary. On top of that, the idea of "spinners" is dangled in front of the reader, with a little more background given, but there wasn't as much forward movement as I would have liked. I loved the unrequited romance in the first book, but I'm ready for something new. I want to know who Xanthe descends from, and what her future will hold. This book read a lot slower for me than the first one.
Will I continue on, despite that? Absolutely. I'm too invested in this antique shop and its dealers not to.
What fell short for me this time around was all the tiptoeing around that Xanthe had to do to complete her missions. I felt like Brackston had to spend more time making excuses for Xanthe's departures than felt necessary. On top of that, the idea of "spinners" is dangled in front of the reader, with a little more background given, but there wasn't as much forward movement as I would have liked. I loved the unrequited romance in the first book, but I'm ready for something new. I want to know who Xanthe descends from, and what her future will hold. This book read a lot slower for me than the first one.
Will I continue on, despite that? Absolutely. I'm too invested in this antique shop and its dealers not to.