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jensen122's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.75
paperbacksandpourovers's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
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? No
4.0
lynnieharper's review against another edition
emotional
funny
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
muses_andmoons's review
Wasn’t holding my attention. There isn’t anything wrong with it.
selahcrusades's review
5.0
Great story about a young and strongly feminist girl (Kit Sweetly) putting in the hard work to convince the world that a Medieval Timesesque location should include not only male knights, but knights across the gender spectrum as well to not only bring the reality of women on the battlefield to light, but also allow opportunities for others to feel represented. Highly recommend if you have an appreciation for cheesy romance plots, medieval combat, and a strong female protagonist.
ameserole's review
5.0
Who says a girl can't be a knight?
The Life and (Medieval) Times of Kit Sweetly was such a fun book to listen to! I absolutely adored everything about this and all the characters within it. Well, maybe not her uncle, her dad, or those two douche knights but everyone else was amazing in my eyes.
To the characters I loved - Kit, Penny, Layla, Jett, Alex, Chris, and the rest of girl knights - thank you for being so diverse and completely wonderful throughout the book. Yes, this book did have some drama in it but in the end they all worked together for a common cause.
I'm not going to lie, I loved everything about this medieval setting. I've never been to anything like this but I know these places exist. Heck, now I'm thinking that I need to go at least once just to say that I've been there/lived through what Kit loved. Somewhat ya know?
I loved everything about girls wanting to fight the gender roles of where they work. It annoyed me to no end how uptight Kit's uncle was and even possibly upper management. Plus the whole "let's fake it that we allow girl knights but then go back to using only males" rubbed me the wrong way. It definitely pissed me off and I'm so glad that the girls and the guys teamed up to make a new show at this place.
Girl knights rule and I am all for it. Plus the Game of Throne quotes and statements made me smile so much. Ugh, I loved this book so freaking much that I'm already excited to dive back into this next year.
The Life and (Medieval) Times of Kit Sweetly was such a fun book to listen to! I absolutely adored everything about this and all the characters within it. Well, maybe not her uncle, her dad, or those two douche knights but everyone else was amazing in my eyes.
To the characters I loved - Kit, Penny, Layla, Jett, Alex, Chris, and the rest of girl knights - thank you for being so diverse and completely wonderful throughout the book. Yes, this book did have some drama in it but in the end they all worked together for a common cause.
I'm not going to lie, I loved everything about this medieval setting. I've never been to anything like this but I know these places exist. Heck, now I'm thinking that I need to go at least once just to say that I've been there/lived through what Kit loved. Somewhat ya know?
I loved everything about girls wanting to fight the gender roles of where they work. It annoyed me to no end how uptight Kit's uncle was and even possibly upper management. Plus the whole "let's fake it that we allow girl knights but then go back to using only males" rubbed me the wrong way. It definitely pissed me off and I'm so glad that the girls and the guys teamed up to make a new show at this place.
Girl knights rule and I am all for it. Plus the Game of Throne quotes and statements made me smile so much. Ugh, I loved this book so freaking much that I'm already excited to dive back into this next year.
sailorkchick's review
4.0
The main character Kit deals with sexism, helping her mother and brother pay the bills, a bum father, a crush on a long time friend, getting into a good college and training herself and friends to joust and sword fight. Ya know, basic stuff.
adrzeck's review
4.0
Would be all about reading more into their adventures. Great read. Love the medieval times references.
erincataldi's review
5.0
So stinking cute! I grew up in the region and we LOVED going to Medieval Times in Chicago, Illinois -this young adult feminist, coming of age, romance is set in the same location! Careful never to actually call it medieval times, the book is still obviously centered around the same thing. Jousting, serving wenches, knights, broadswords - the whole kit and caboodle. Kit has worked in the castle for three years with her friends and family. Her older brother is a knight, her Uncle is the king (manager) and her two best friends are also there. She loves everything about it.... except that girls can't try to be knights - it's only for men. The only place up from serving wench is princess. Kit knows she is just as good as the knights - she's been practicing with her brother for years! During one of the shows, her brother lets her ride out in his place (helmet on) and she rocks the night - even becoming the champion. When she rips off the helmet and reveals she is a girl she becomes a viral sensation. But just because she's having a moment in the spotlight doesn't mean things are easy. Their electricity is turned off at home, she has a crush on her best friend, she's unsure how she'll pay for college, and she just wants to take care of her mom. A wonderful, witty, fun, and feminist read. Loved it.
yourpersonalwisegirl's review
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5