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disreputable_dog's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
4.0
k_lupin's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
mysterious
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? No
5.0
parallax_kimchi's review against another edition
4.25
Embarrassed this took me so long! Life circumstances have been getting in the way. But really enjoyed it! I love how it moves the series forward, and as always excited to see where it goes next. Has one of the most satisfyingly complete cases yet, with a great finish and denouement.
mmhhbean's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
shona_reads_in_devon's review against another edition
3.0
I usually adore these books but this one didn't have the same pull for me. It's feeling a bit repetitive now. I still love the characters and the general world building but it feels like it needs wrapping up somehow.
sechurae's review against another edition
4.0
Imminent dad Peter Grant does his best to solve a case that involves an avenging angel that scoops people's hearts out.
The case was alright, it wasn't as confusing as some of the other RoL installments but I wasn't very interested in the solution, although I did like Francesca. The exploration into the Sons of Weyland was what caught my attention, and I wished there was more there. I'm not sure what to think about Lesley's involvement; very ambivalent.
The increased interdepartmental cooperation is very fun, especially with people meeting and discussing things in the renovated Folly, as well as Seawoll tagging along with some of the investigation.
Interesting ending, wonder how that will progress in the future books, or if this is Aaronovitch's way of winding down the series.
The case was alright, it wasn't as confusing as some of the other RoL installments but I wasn't very interested in the solution, although I did like Francesca. The exploration into the Sons of Weyland was what caught my attention, and I wished there was more there. I'm not sure what to think about Lesley's involvement; very ambivalent.
The increased interdepartmental cooperation is very fun, especially with people meeting and discussing things in the renovated Folly, as well as Seawoll tagging along with some of the investigation.
Interesting ending, wonder how that will progress in the future books, or if this is Aaronovitch's way of winding down the series.
hominid's review
5.0
best Rivers of London book in a while. The history of all the main and secondary characters is getting pretty complicated, though.
bookshroom247's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
informative
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
4.25
em_lottie28's review against another edition
emotional
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
bronzeageholly's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
4.25
My favourite book of the series!
The plot was fantastic and super interesting with a dive into the breadth of magic history. There was a good level of peril and some super spell-use too. Aaronovitch is very descriptive in his writing which has always made the fight sequences vivid and dynamic, and he continues with this instalment.
All the favourites at the Folly and beyond were involved with only a few new key names dropped in (the foxes made a great appearance too). I have really enjoyed Peter Grant and Sahra Guleed’s teamwork throughout the series and particularly loved reading the sections involving them interviewing people together.
Peter has completely stopped making weird comments about people which I appreciate enormously as they previously made the books awkward, and has also limited his media references to only a few well-chosen moments.
Above all, Kobna Holdbrook-Smith has made this series absolutely fantastic to listen to. His characterisation is brilliant - everyone is unique and instantly memorable. I have WHIZZED through this book because of his incredible reading and would suggest anyone who wants to get into the series listens to the audiobooks!
The plot was fantastic and super interesting with a dive into the breadth of magic history. There was a good level of peril and some super spell-use too. Aaronovitch is very descriptive in his writing which has always made the fight sequences vivid and dynamic, and he continues with this instalment.
All the favourites at the Folly and beyond were involved with only a few new key names dropped in (the foxes made a great appearance too). I have really enjoyed Peter Grant and Sahra Guleed’s teamwork throughout the series and particularly loved reading the sections involving them interviewing people together.
Peter has completely stopped making weird comments about people which I appreciate enormously as they previously made the books awkward, and has also limited his media references to only a few well-chosen moments.
Above all, Kobna Holdbrook-Smith has made this series absolutely fantastic to listen to. His characterisation is brilliant - everyone is unique and instantly memorable. I have WHIZZED through this book because of his incredible reading and would suggest anyone who wants to get into the series listens to the audiobooks!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Pregnancy
Moderate: Death and Violence
Minor: Racism