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lucinda_lesbrarian's review
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
nicole953's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
alongreader's review against another edition
4.0
One of the fun things about these books, for me, is seeing how M.A. keeps things fresh from one book to the next. After all, this is book four of a five book series, surely we've got to be repeating ourselves, right? Actually, no. In this series, we take a step back both figuratively and literally, to find out the histories of the fathers of Greer's two paramours and how they intersect. Greer, Shafeen and Henry are here, but they're almost secondary to the Hunt of sixty years ago and the ways it echoes through the present.
It was interesting to see India through the eyes of an Indian, too. The descriptions are amazing, I could practically feel the heat and smell the spices, and learning a bit about the history was wonderful as well.The schools I went to didn't teach me much about India at all, beyond a bit about Gandhi, so it was really great to learn a bit here and I'm interested enough to go and research it some more now!
Greer was her normal brilliant self, single minded and clever. Shafeen continues to be the perfect, supportive boyfriend. Henry... well, slight spoiler below:
I'm not sure what Henry's actual status is. He's presumed dead and his cousin is holding the Lordship, and the Tiger club knows about that, but he was still able to take up a role there and no one seemed worried or surprised? Very odd. It's also a bit strange to see a redemption arc from this side, and without knowing what he's thinking and feeling it's tough to know whether to root for him or not. That's probably the point, of course!
He's still just about the most interesting character, though.
Monty's Hunt was really scary and I found I couldn't put the book down as I was desperate to know what would happen. Hardy's solution was so clever, I was cheering him on (very quietly, but still.)
I'm very much looking forward to the final showdown in the next (last, as far as I know) book and I can't believe I have to wait a year for it! I'm so excited to read the ending and then to find out what else MA is going to share with us.
It was interesting to see India through the eyes of an Indian, too. The descriptions are amazing, I could practically feel the heat and smell the spices, and learning a bit about the history was wonderful as well.The schools I went to didn't teach me much about India at all, beyond a bit about Gandhi, so it was really great to learn a bit here and I'm interested enough to go and research it some more now!
Greer was her normal brilliant self, single minded and clever. Shafeen continues to be the perfect, supportive boyfriend. Henry... well, slight spoiler below:
Spoiler
I'm not sure what Henry's actual status is. He's presumed dead and his cousin is holding the Lordship, and the Tiger club knows about that, but he was still able to take up a role there and no one seemed worried or surprised? Very odd. It's also a bit strange to see a redemption arc from this side, and without knowing what he's thinking and feeling it's tough to know whether to root for him or not. That's probably the point, of course!
He's still just about the most interesting character, though.
Monty's Hunt was really scary and I found I couldn't put the book down as I was desperate to know what would happen. Hardy's solution was so clever, I was cheering him on (very quietly, but still.)
I'm very much looking forward to the final showdown in the next (last, as far as I know) book and I can't believe I have to wait a year for it! I'm so excited to read the ending and then to find out what else MA is going to share with us.
marnold126's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
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? Yes
4.0
irinatemerel's review
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
btpbookclub's review against another edition
5.0
This is book four in the brilliant Stags series and I am absolutely loving this whole series. This book is a little different from the previous books as this is mostly set in India this time. It includes all the previous characters but not the school as much.
I devoured the majority of this book in a day it was just brilliant. Within it flicks back to the past for half the story through diary entries of a weekend of hunting, shooting and fishing that changes everything they knew. Parts had my jaw dropping. Very unexpected! And the ending I am hoping was like that to lead into the next book. Fingers crossed. Praying to God. I need the next book. Please.
A brilliant YA series that has me hooked. I never want it to end. Amazing. A well deserved five stars from me. Highly recommend the whole series to you all. A must read series.
I devoured the majority of this book in a day it was just brilliant. Within it flicks back to the past for half the story through diary entries of a weekend of hunting, shooting and fishing that changes everything they knew. Parts had my jaw dropping. Very unexpected! And the ending I am hoping was like that to lead into the next book. Fingers crossed. Praying to God. I need the next book. Please.
A brilliant YA series that has me hooked. I never want it to end. Amazing. A well deserved five stars from me. Highly recommend the whole series to you all. A must read series.
bethanmay_24's review against another edition
4.0
At first I was unsure on how I felt with such a large portion of the book being in the perspective of Shafeen's father, but I really loved having the backstory. It was great to have some things confirmed by the character himself rather than assumptions. Although I saw the Aadhish/Rollo plot coming, I wasn't sure if it would be explored in the way it was and it was a welcome plot to explore.
I love that Bennett never steps back from confronting the racism and historical racism throughout institutions such as the ones she writes about. The continuing theme of humans being complex, not just good or just bad, is as present as ever and done in a great way.
I am continuing to really enjoy the S.T.A.G.S. series, and am about to go onto the fifth and final installment - H.A.W.K.S. and as sad as I am to come to an end, I am very excited to see where our favourite band of outcasts will take us next.
I love that Bennett never steps back from confronting the racism and historical racism throughout institutions such as the ones she writes about. The continuing theme of humans being complex, not just good or just bad, is as present as ever and done in a great way.
I am continuing to really enjoy the S.T.A.G.S. series, and am about to go onto the fifth and final installment - H.A.W.K.S. and as sad as I am to come to an end, I am very excited to see where our favourite band of outcasts will take us next.
sky_angel_toni's review
dark
emotional
funny
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
lucyperry's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
4.0