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panprincess's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
relaxing
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
ccpprrjj's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
bluejaybooks's review
The first three short stories follow minor characters appearing in the background of the first arc of the Wings of Fire series, while the fourth short story follows minor characters from Wings of Fire Legends: Darkstalker and, to a lesser extent, the second arc of the main Wings of Fire series.
It was interesting how the first three stories played off of each other even though they were not directly related and occurred in reverse chronological order. The fourth story seems seemingly out of place in the line up, but will be of interest to those who have read the spin-off standalone novel Wings of Fire Legends: Darkstalker.
Now what I'd like to see is one of these short stories (or even an entire novel) from the perspective of Sky, one of the side characters from the spin-off standalone novel Wings of Fire Legends: Dragonslayer.
It was interesting how the first three stories played off of each other even though they were not directly related and occurred in reverse chronological order. The fourth story seems seemingly out of place in the line up, but will be of interest to those who have read the spin-off standalone novel Wings of Fire Legends: Darkstalker.
Now what I'd like to see is one of these short stories (or even an entire novel) from the perspective of Sky, one of the side characters from the spin-off standalone novel Wings of Fire Legends: Dragonslayer.
ann_s's review
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
onespaceymother's review
Read aloud to kids. While formulaic this series is full of fun Easter eggs and lore. We enjoyed these extra super deep cuts together.
rayan11's review
adventurous
dark
lighthearted
tense
fast-paced
4.75
I liked this book. The characters were really interesting.
swiftie7013's review
adventurous
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
jessthanthree's review
adventurous
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? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Injury/Injury detail, and Murder
Moderate: Blood, Fire/Fire injury, War, and Death of parent
Minor: Xenophobia
starlireads's review
adventurous
dark
tense
fast-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? Yes
4.5
chamomiledaydreams's review
4.0
I love Wings of Fire, and these novellas are no exception. It's neat how these four winglets are mostly focused on the first story arc (with the Dragonets of Destiny), because I just finished the third story arc and appreciated the resfresher. I had forgotten who some of the characters were, but it was easy to jump back in and nice to revisit dragons such as Six-Claws and Deathbringer. Even Starflight's sister, who may not be my favorite character, has a compelling backstory, and it's fun to learn more about her.
With Warrior Cats, I feel as though a lot of novellas rehash what we've already seen, and that can be boring. For example, with "Mistystar's Omen," I just wanted to yell at the RiverClan leader, because I've seen enough cats doubting Mothwing, and I don't see what we stood to gain from watching her close friend do the same. But with these four novellas, everything is fresh. The characters aren't new, but the scenes are, and the extra characterization fleshes out the Wings of Fire universe in satisfying ways.
I would recommend this book to anyone who likes Wings of Fire! For the first three winglets (excellent name, by the way), I believe that it would be best to have finished the first set of five novels. And for the last, I think that the second arc of five is necessary, or at least, I would recommend it for the full experience. That way, you'll know who the characters are and how they tie into the larger story. Perhaps it woudl be fun to read these first, not knowing what's happening, but... I would prefer saving the winglets for supplementary content later! That order makes the most sense to me.
With Warrior Cats, I feel as though a lot of novellas rehash what we've already seen, and that can be boring. For example, with "Mistystar's Omen," I just wanted to yell at the RiverClan leader, because I've seen enough cats doubting Mothwing, and I don't see what we stood to gain from watching her close friend do the same. But with these four novellas, everything is fresh. The characters aren't new, but the scenes are, and the extra characterization fleshes out the Wings of Fire universe in satisfying ways.
I would recommend this book to anyone who likes Wings of Fire! For the first three winglets (excellent name, by the way), I believe that it would be best to have finished the first set of five novels. And for the last, I think that the second arc of five is necessary, or at least, I would recommend it for the full experience. That way, you'll know who the characters are and how they tie into the larger story. Perhaps it woudl be fun to read these first, not knowing what's happening, but... I would prefer saving the winglets for supplementary content later! That order makes the most sense to me.