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4.05 AVERAGE
4.05 AVERAGE
adventurous
inspiring
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
3.75/4 stars
This started off a bit slow and I sort of guessed the huge reveal from the beginning, but the last bit was pretty intense and a lot happened all at once. The whole scene with Sus and the little King was kind of funny? To think a whole war could end because of that is a bit unrealistic though, but everything after fit so well for the story and when Miri finally got home I almost got teary-eyed. Also Peder is amazing and they’re so perfect together agkgkfl
This started off a bit slow and I sort of guessed the huge reveal from the beginning, but the last bit was pretty intense and a lot happened all at once. The whole scene with Sus and the little King was kind of funny? To think a whole war could end because of that is a bit unrealistic though, but everything after fit so well for the story and when Miri finally got home I almost got teary-eyed. Also Peder is amazing and they’re so perfect together agkgkfl
Threequel to my favorite book as a kid?? Perfectly ended.
OH MY GOSH! I had marked this as to-read, but I totally forgot about it. This has got to be the best news. Ever.
Read May 16, 2015:
Oh man, this book was the essence of perfection. I can't say I'm suprised- Shannon Hale has never disappointed me.
This book was just so charming. And at the end, when everything was just so perfect, I actually burst into tears at the wonderfulness of it all.
And that epilogue made me so happy!
Read May 16, 2015:
Oh man, this book was the essence of perfection. I can't say I'm suprised- Shannon Hale has never disappointed me.
This book was just so charming. And at the end, when everything was just so perfect, I actually burst into tears at the wonderfulness of it all.
And that epilogue made me so happy!
A wonderful conclusion to the series! Ahh, I wish there was going to be more! I will miss Miri and Peder and all the rest so much. They were my friends, you know? But that's the great thing about books-you get to read them again and again! My all time favorite book series.
PS. Shannon Hale is a master of plot twists.
PS. Shannon Hale is a master of plot twists.
The last book I'd read from this trilogy had been almost two years ago, so I was scared that I wouldn't be able to remember many of the characters or details of the previous books. However, since The Forgotten Sisters takes place in an entirely new setting with new side characters, I felt it was easy to follow and get back into the flow.
Some pros of the book:
-Good writing
-Plot, for the most part (I liked the twists and turns throughout the book, as well as the pace)
-The sisters (pretty well characterized in my opinion, and I liked the bond they had)
-Miri's time in the swamp (I liked seeing her grow to like it)
Some cons (for me):
-Not seeing enough of the other characters from previous books (we do see some for a little bit, but I would have liked to see them more as well as other characters)
-The ending (the climax felt anti-climactic, and I felt like the resolution was too perfect)
I think the ending was a big part of why I gave the book a lower rating, as well as the fact that I loved the first book, and this one didn't blow me away as much. It wasn't horrible, though, and I don't regret reading it.
Spoiler
There were some things I forgot, though, like Timon.Some pros of the book:
-Good writing
-Plot, for the most part (I liked the twists and turns throughout the book, as well as the pace)
-The sisters (pretty well characterized in my opinion, and I liked the bond they had)
-Miri's time in the swamp (I liked seeing her grow to like it)
Some cons (for me):
-Not seeing enough of the other characters from previous books (we do see some for a little bit, but I would have liked to see them more as well as other characters)
-The ending (the climax felt anti-climactic, and I felt like the resolution was too perfect)
I think the ending was a big part of why I gave the book a lower rating, as well as the fact that I loved the first book, and this one didn't blow me away as much. It wasn't horrible, though, and I don't regret reading it.
3.5 stars.
This had a pretty slow start, and in fact it wasn't until maybe 2/3 through that it won me over like the previous two books did. But I'm glad I stuck with it until that point, because at its peak this is incredible — good people who have to do not-so-good things, genuinely difficult moral dilemmas, sociopolitical tensions and their effect on individuals and communities.
There are a few moments that were a little much for me in their Pollyanna-ness:. But overall, it was a nice third installment with characters I grew to love.
This had a pretty slow start, and in fact it wasn't until maybe 2/3 through that it won me over like the previous two books did. But I'm glad I stuck with it until that point, because at its peak this is incredible — good people who have to do not-so-good things, genuinely difficult moral dilemmas, sociopolitical tensions and their effect on individuals and communities.
There are a few moments that were a little much for me in their Pollyanna-ness:
Spoiler
some of the letters, moments with Peder, Dogface's abrupt reformation
I love this series so much! Every book is wonderful!
In this book, Miri is asked to be a tutor at a Princess Academy for some distant cousins of the royal family. But Miri is not expecting to be teaching Poise, Elocution, and Etiquette in a backwoods swamp filled with reed huts, snakes, and alligators. As always, Miri is ready for a challenge, but when war threatens the peaceful country of Asland, the people are looking to Miri to solve their problems and bring peace. The political situation begins to unravel, and only Miri and her new Princess Academy students can expose the lies and deception that are plunging the country into a bloody war.
I adore Miri! All the time, every book, every page, she is golden. She's spunky, decisive, curious, and compassionate, but she also makes mistakes, feels weak and scared, and struggles with her unique situation. She's a real person to me, and I can't give higher praise than that.
The plot is surprising, with twists and secrets all over the place. The story moves at a good pace. The characters are diverse, complex, and adorable. I love love love the world-building! Especially the unfolding mysteries of linder stone and it's special properties.
I'm so sad that there won't be more books in this series, but it is a very satisfying ending.
In this book, Miri is asked to be a tutor at a Princess Academy for some distant cousins of the royal family. But Miri is not expecting to be teaching Poise, Elocution, and Etiquette in a backwoods swamp filled with reed huts, snakes, and alligators. As always, Miri is ready for a challenge, but when war threatens the peaceful country of Asland, the people are looking to Miri to solve their problems and bring peace. The political situation begins to unravel, and only Miri and her new Princess Academy students can expose the lies and deception that are plunging the country into a bloody war.
I adore Miri! All the time, every book, every page, she is golden. She's spunky, decisive, curious, and compassionate, but she also makes mistakes, feels weak and scared, and struggles with her unique situation. She's a real person to me, and I can't give higher praise than that.
The plot is surprising, with twists and secrets all over the place. The story moves at a good pace. The characters are diverse, complex, and adorable. I love love love the world-building! Especially the unfolding mysteries of linder stone and it's special properties.
I'm so sad that there won't be more books in this series, but it is a very satisfying ending.
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