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ulope's review
3.5
Unfortunately much less compelling than the first one.
The characters are still likable and the world building is interesting, it’s just that this particular plot was less than captivating.
Also what is that ending? Instead of showing we’re switching to narrator mode and just tidying up …
The characters are still likable and the world building is interesting, it’s just that this particular plot was less than captivating.
Also what is that ending? Instead of showing we’re switching to narrator mode and just tidying up …
purpledragonfly48's review
adventurous
challenging
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
theyellowhobbit's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
hopeful
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
haleysj's review
adventurous
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
3.5
mary_soon_lee's review
4.0
This is the sequel to "How Rory Thorne Destroyed the Multiverse," and, as with the first book, proved a pleasure. I love Eason's characters, both in these two books and in her other work. They are deeply likable, distinctive, idiosyncratic characters whose ties to each other soften this reader's heart. If labels are helpful, I would call this book space opera, lying on the adventure end of science fiction, complete with starships, aliens, and fantastical elements.
The narrative switches between multiple points of view, all well drawn. In addition, the author (labeling herself as the chronicler), steps forward rather frequently to address the reader either overtly or slantwise. These asides are divertingly, elegantly done, but they also stepped me out of the story, making it less immersively immediate.
If a third book appears in this series, I'll be reading it. Indeed, if K. Eason writes any new book, I'll be reading it, because, to repeat myself, I love her characters. Highly recommended.
About my reviews: I try to review every book I read, including those that I don't end up enjoying. The reviews are not scholarly, but just indicate my reaction as a reader, reading being my addiction. I am miserly with 5-star reviews; 4 stars means I liked a book very much; 3 stars means I liked it; 2 stars means I didn't like it (though often the 2-star books are very popular with other readers and/or are by authors whose other work I've loved).
The narrative switches between multiple points of view, all well drawn. In addition, the author (labeling herself as the chronicler), steps forward rather frequently to address the reader either overtly or slantwise. These asides are divertingly, elegantly done, but they also stepped me out of the story, making it less immersively immediate.
If a third book appears in this series, I'll be reading it. Indeed, if K. Eason writes any new book, I'll be reading it, because, to repeat myself, I love her characters. Highly recommended.
About my reviews: I try to review every book I read, including those that I don't end up enjoying. The reviews are not scholarly, but just indicate my reaction as a reader, reading being my addiction. I am miserly with 5-star reviews; 4 stars means I liked a book very much; 3 stars means I liked it; 2 stars means I didn't like it (though often the 2-star books are very popular with other readers and/or are by authors whose other work I've loved).
cseibs's review
1.0
Annoying in the first book became lethal in the second. Dull plot, uninteresting characters, and the scenes felt so similar it was hard to tell what, if anything, was happening.
jenprit13's review
4.0
While it took me a bit longer to get through the second book then the first, I did enjoy the adventure. I also could see there being more to Rory's journey in the future if the author chose to continue.