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4.25 AVERAGE
4.25 AVERAGE
A good prequel. Like the other Riyria Chronicles novel, Mr. Sullivan takes a story well-known to those who read the Riyria Revelations, and fleshes it out in a way most unexpected. The story of Hilfred was quite good, even if I knew how it would go. The origin story of Riyria and the Rose and the Thorn, however, was unexpected, and pretty well done.
My enjoyment was only hampered by the predictability of the plot, which has more to do with the fact that I've already read the Riyria Revelations than any failings in Michael's storytelling ability. That being said, I'm not sure if reading the Riyria Chronicles before Revelations is a good thing, due to how heavy-handed this book in particular is with the villain, who isn't apparent as an antagonist at the beginning of Revelations.
It's still worth a read for those who enjoyed the rest of the series, however.
My enjoyment was only hampered by the predictability of the plot, which has more to do with the fact that I've already read the Riyria Revelations than any failings in Michael's storytelling ability. That being said, I'm not sure if reading the Riyria Chronicles before Revelations is a good thing, due to how heavy-handed this book in particular is with the villain, who isn't apparent as an antagonist at the beginning of Revelations.
It's still worth a read for those who enjoyed the rest of the series, however.
4 stars because I love this series so much, but I have to say I was disappointed by this one. Not enough Royce and Hadrian for me and too much of the Essendons (although I do appreciate getting a more fleshed out picture of Amranth). I was expecting more private moments between Royce and Gwen, but as always the author kind of dances around their relationship. The inner monolog of Hadrian was good, but didn't tell us anything we didn't already know. Overall good, but not great like the others.
Rather than providing a nice ending to the story, it left me wanting more.
Rather than providing a nice ending to the story, it left me wanting more.
adventurous
emotional
funny
mysterious
fast-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:
Yes
adventurous
emotional
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
adventurous
dark
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Loveable characters:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Fire/Fire injury
Moderate: Death, Violence, Blood, Death of parent
Minor: Sexism, Vomit, Grief, Murder
¡Omg, qué libro! Es impresionante el control que muestra Sullivan con las tramas y el universo que creó; los libros de las Crónicas de Riyria se pueden leer como historias autoconclusivas, pero quienes hayan leído la saga de las Revelaciones encontrarán un montón de guiños a hechos de la saga principal. Es por esto que recomiendo comenzar con [b:Theft of Swords|10790290|Theft of Swords (The Riyria Revelations, #1-2)|Michael J. Sullivan|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1307959785s/10790290.jpg|15702572] y después leer estas crónicas que cuentan cómo se conocieron Hadrian y Royce.
En cuanto a este libro en particular, tengo que decir que me pareció excelente. Royce y Hadrian se roban la atención, pero además este es el libro que cuenta el pasado de Hilfred y cómo llegó a convertirse en el guardia de la princesa Arista (amor infinito para Hilfred <3), el origen del nombre de la taberna de Gwen y la relación de la muchacha con Royce. Además, muestra el comienzo de las intrigas palaciegas que terminan por estallar al comienzo de Riyria Revelations.
No puedo destacar nada negativo de estos libros, si les gusta la fantasía y la aventura TIENEN que leerlos.
Me voy a tomar un tiempo para continuar las crónicas porque solo me queda un libro de Riyria hasta noviembre, cuando Sullivan publique [b:The Disappearance of Winter's Daughter|32177852|The Disappearance of Winter's Daughter (Riyria Chronicles, #4)|Michael J. Sullivan|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1500721845s/32177852.jpg|52814219] =)
(En cuanto pueda voy a tratar de escribir algo más coherente, ahora solo quería decir, por si no les quedó claro, ¡LEAN LOS LIBROS DE RIYRIA!).
En cuanto a este libro en particular, tengo que decir que me pareció excelente. Royce y Hadrian se roban la atención, pero además este es el libro que cuenta el pasado de Hilfred y cómo llegó a convertirse en el guardia de la princesa Arista (amor infinito para Hilfred <3), el origen del nombre de la taberna de Gwen y la relación de la muchacha con Royce. Además, muestra el comienzo de las intrigas palaciegas que terminan por estallar al comienzo de Riyria Revelations.
No puedo destacar nada negativo de estos libros, si les gusta la fantasía y la aventura TIENEN que leerlos.
Me voy a tomar un tiempo para continuar las crónicas porque solo me queda un libro de Riyria hasta noviembre, cuando Sullivan publique [b:The Disappearance of Winter's Daughter|32177852|The Disappearance of Winter's Daughter (Riyria Chronicles, #4)|Michael J. Sullivan|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1500721845s/32177852.jpg|52814219] =)
(En cuanto pueda voy a tratar de escribir algo más coherente, ahora solo quería decir, por si no les quedó claro, ¡LEAN LOS LIBROS DE RIYRIA!).
I’d forgotten how much I hate Saldur. It was great seeing young Hilfred too but it hurts to see this is how his story began. I feel so bad for him and what ends up happening to him. This was a great book, way better than the first one in the series.
adventurous
dark
emotional
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-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:
Yes