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4.16 AVERAGE
4.16 AVERAGE
When I first started this book, I didn't think I was going to finish it. The first 100-150 pages reads so much like Harry Potter that I wondered how Rowell was able to write this in good conscience. (Note: I have not yet read FanGirl, so this was my first introduction to these characters). But, I'm glad I stuck with it, because around page 150 the book takes a turn and begins to stand on its own. Rowell has created a charming world with unique and endearing characters (admittedly there are similarities to Rowling's work). While there some plot holes, I wasn't distracted by them. I was originally going to give this 3.5 stars, rounded down to 3 because of the beginning, but a book this engrossing deserves 4 stars.
Really good. I loved the twist on the Hogwarts-esque magical school, and as always Rowell does amazing teenage characters.
What can I say about this book that hasn't already been said? I don't usually read young adult/teen books like this, but this was an incredibly wild ride and I really enjoyed it. This book certainly had had me questioning it at every turn, because I was so damn confused for most of the book. Interestingly enough, I think Agatha ended up being my favourite character.
Love the characters. Love the premise. Love the new take on a wizard story. Had to rereador after I saw that Fuckbois of Literature had a podcast. Wanted to listen but didn't want to "spoil" the reread. Now I can read the sequel also.
Carry On is set in the fictional world described in "Fangirl" (which I have not read). It is excellent Harry Potter fan fiction with it's own twist. The plot is good, and the conflict is resolved by the end (even though it is the first in a series). I liked the characters and the dynamics between them. The dialogue was good, the writing worked well.
I would definitely read the next installment for the Simon/Baz moments.
I would definitely read the next installment for the Simon/Baz moments.
emotional
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
It was a good book, just not my top favourite.
I loved fangirl so was excited to pick this up, but I didn't live it as much. It was still good and I'll probably read the rest of the series but I'm not hurrying out to read it ASAP.
I loved fangirl so was excited to pick this up, but I didn't live it as much. It was still good and I'll probably read the rest of the series but I'm not hurrying out to read it ASAP.
the first half was super slow as the world and seven years of school were built, and the humdrum resolution was exceedingly obvious, but i’m living for the simon+baz ship
This was a fun book and I like the characters and seeing how they change in the story.