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3.86 AVERAGE
3.86 AVERAGE
I picked up this book because I was recommended the Witchwood Crown, the first in the following trilogy. I would have stopped reading this book early on if I had not read so many reviews urging people to stick with it, saying it got better. Unfortunately for me, it never got better. There are elements that could be very interesting if written differently. The writing style felt basic with little world-building or character development. I had no reason to care about the fate of the kingdom of Osten Ard, and none of the characters were fleshed out enough to be compelling. The book is too long to not be gripping.
Not really in the mood for high fantasy at the minute. May get into during winter
A nostalgia read. This was one of my favorite books as a child. Not as good as I remember it. But still satisfying.
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
relaxing
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
This book has all the makings of an amzing epic fantasy novel. It has rich lore and history and a wide range of interesting characters. And I can't say that I didn't enjoy the book. I just didn't love it and want to stay up all night devouring it like I have with other similar novels. It's hard to put my finger on why I didn't love the book but I think it is a combination of a not particularly original story and not particularly great writing. I'll probably finish the series at some point since I love epic fantasy and want to see where the story goes but am in no rush.
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
tense
slow-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
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
adventurous
dark
slow-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:
Complicated
adventurous
mysterious
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
lighthearted
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes