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kimveach's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
I enjoyed the first three books in this series, but this one wasn't as good for me. The number of characters continues to grow, and you need to have remembered people from the previous books. I didn't remember them all, which made me feel like I was missing something. If I had reread the last book or were reading it in a row (the way I would have as a teen), it would have been as exciting as the first three. I'll give up on this series now.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Grief, Violence, Abandonment, Classism, Gaslighting, Stalking, Injury/Injury detail, Emotional abuse, Toxic friendship, and Toxic relationship
lovelymisanthrope's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
After reading and really enjoying the rest of "The Inheritance Games" books, I was excited to get a new book from two of the Hawthorne brothers' perspectives.
"The Brothers Hawthorne" follows two perspectives: Grayson and Jameson. Grayson has worked hard to be the best and always put his family first. Unfortunately, his half-sisters have found themselves in a bit of a mess, and Grayson makes it his mission to deal with the problem. Jameson loves to take risks, so when his father appears and asks for his help to infiltrate an exclusive club, Jameson cannot resist.
I really, really enjoyed this book. I do not think it was necessary to add more to the world, but I appreciated getting a new book in "The Inheritance Games" world from two new perspectives. I also really enjoyed that Grayson's and Jameson's "missions" were not connected per say, so it almost felt like two new stories instead of one.
Grayson's story is the one that I think best highlights character growth, and understanding what is ultimately important in life. Grayson is such a great guy, and he does not bat an eye at anything related to keeping his family safe. He always puts everyone ahead of himself, but in this installment, I think we finally get to see Grayson realize what he wants and accept that it is okay to show a little emotion sometimes.
Jameson's story was more like the classic "The Inheritance Games" mystery. Jameson embarked on a wild mission that required him to think outside of the box and follow clues to uncover the mystery.
I still very much enjoy this series and this world, but I am very content with the ending. This was a great addition, and I highly recommend this to anyone who enjoyed the series.
"The Brothers Hawthorne" follows two perspectives: Grayson and Jameson. Grayson has worked hard to be the best and always put his family first. Unfortunately, his half-sisters have found themselves in a bit of a mess, and Grayson makes it his mission to deal with the problem. Jameson loves to take risks, so when his father appears and asks for his help to infiltrate an exclusive club, Jameson cannot resist.
I really, really enjoyed this book. I do not think it was necessary to add more to the world, but I appreciated getting a new book in "The Inheritance Games" world from two new perspectives. I also really enjoyed that Grayson's and Jameson's "missions" were not connected per say, so it almost felt like two new stories instead of one.
Grayson's story is the one that I think best highlights character growth, and understanding what is ultimately important in life. Grayson is such a great guy, and he does not bat an eye at anything related to keeping his family safe. He always puts everyone ahead of himself, but in this installment, I think we finally get to see Grayson realize what he wants and accept that it is okay to show a little emotion sometimes.
Jameson's story was more like the classic "The Inheritance Games" mystery. Jameson embarked on a wild mission that required him to think outside of the box and follow clues to uncover the mystery.
I still very much enjoy this series and this world, but I am very content with the ending. This was a great addition, and I highly recommend this to anyone who enjoyed the series.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder, Toxic relationship, Death, Death of parent, Grief, and Toxic friendship
Minor: Gun violence
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