478 reviews for:

The Crystal Cave

Mary Stewart

3.91 AVERAGE


I'd forgotten what Mary Stewart's writing was like. In some ways, it is similar to R. R. Martin's writing in his Game of Thrones series, but somehow in a way that, while slightly less epic, is much much more appealing to me. But it has that almost historical feel - particularly given that it revolves around a known myth. Fun to read it again!
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nereanpi's review against another edition

DID NOT FINISH

pg. 59: "es tan fácil que hasta una mujer puede hacerlo" y hasta aquí llega mi emoción por leer a Arturo y Merlín!

de todos modos los británicos nunca traen nada bueno

It was a cool look at almost post apocalyptic Britain. Not really apocalypse level, but the fact that there were relatively recent Roman ruins everywhere was a new perspective.
adventurous mysterious slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: No
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

One of my favorite books ever. Incredible, vibrant descriptions that make me feel as though I'm on the other side of the world. Characters with flaws and virtues. Truly a masterpiece.
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jwfawn's review against another edition

DID NOT FINISH

Gave it a second try, still SOOO slow
adventurous emotional hopeful inspiring medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

auntbopp's review against another edition

DID NOT FINISH: 6%

It just isn't grabbing me. The language is too flowery, and the pace is too slow.

First of all, I love King Arthur stories. This book is a triology from Merlin's life. I had some trouble with this book dragging for me. It's full of politics. That part just was so boring. However, the other parts did catch my interest and I did finish the book enjoying it more than I had hoped. A friend of mine lent me these books and she loves them so I'm going on to the second one and seeing how it goes.

Lost interest midway through, but strong end