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Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros

2487 reviews

rr099's review against another edition

4.75

adventurous challenging emotional funny inspiring mysterious reflective tense 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: Yes

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minerva_library's review against another edition

5.0

adventurous challenging emotional hopeful tense 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: Yes

In the past, I've enjoyed dragon books, but what really motivated me to read this one was how popular it had become online - both Xaden the love interest and the plot itself. I really enjoyed book 1 of this series. Like many books I've enjoyed - I read through this book within just a day or so - and could see myself reading through again with more care and attention to detail. It was also enjoyable to read about a protagonist that wasn't the physically strongest as

she's described to have a chronic condition that fans have pointed out sounds like Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) - which Author Rebecca Yarros shares that affects the body's connective tissue.

I loved the stubborn and intellectual nature of Violet Sorrengail. She quickly learns that

due to her less than physical prowess, she'd have to rely on her intellect and cunning which she quickly does by poisoning opponents that otherwise would have the physical upper hand.

I enjoyed the lore and political background that was woven through the story -

as it was a big reason that Violet, daughter of the general, should otherwise stay away from Xaden Riorson, the handsome dragon rider whose family Violet's mother had executes as traitors.

However, it's understandable Violet falls for him as he's definitely described as swoon-worthy.

This book definitely relies on a bit of the "Chosen One" trope with

Violet - the rather unsuspecting hero- in the lead role. Not only does she bond with TWO dragons - something no one else has - but they are both rare and powerful dragons. Not all of her power is reliant on her dragon either as from her bonds with her dragon she gains the ability to wield lightning.

I did enjoy this as it wasn't too leaned on, and there were times that Violet seemed genuinely at threat rather than protected by plot armor.

Also the ending! Even when I had my suspicions - the emotional payoff was so good!

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glukozavr's review against another edition

4.25

adventurous emotional tense slow-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

It’s a fantasy story about young people, in their 20s, though it feels a lot like teen story - military school, complicated relationships and dragons. The story is told from the first person of a girl, giving insights into her feelings and tells the story of her fighting with her insecurities and building confidence. It’s a start of a series.

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serai27's review against another edition

4.5

adventurous dark emotional mysterious 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: Yes

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emmaleigh55's review against another edition

4.0

adventurous challenging dark emotional mysterious tense 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

I was on the fence about continuing with this series. I thought it was good but not great. However, a last minute plot twist changed my mind completely and now I HAVE to keep going.

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a_gurneaujacobs's review against another edition

adventurous dark emotional medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: No

Loveable characters: No

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

Horrible cliches, predictable plot, and a toxic relationship.

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justcaryn's review against another edition

4.75

adventurous emotional funny hopeful inspiring mysterious tense medium-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: Complicated

The only reason I didn’t give this 5 stars is the third act “huge argument that could have easily been avoided with one conversation”. But other than that, this was so good!!

The main female character is disabled and that’s a big plot device (she gets bullied by almost everyone) and there’s betrayal and a death that’s so sad I cried on the way to work, but I’m not a huge fan of the breakup in the last few handful of pages due to people just not wanting to have a damn conversation. But the tension buildup was great.

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pawprintedpages's review against another edition

5.0

adventurous challenging dark emotional funny tense fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Plot

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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kylienorwood's review against another edition

4.5

challenging emotional tense medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

I was intimidated by this book because I’m not a fantasy gal, but this is why I love book club. I thought this book was so good, and I had such a range of emotions throughout the whole thing. Loved the twists and turns in the ending and the character development was strong. I have some nitpicks about some of the writing and Dain, but they aren’t enough to stray me from reading the next in the series!

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helenavontroja's review against another edition

5.0

adventurous emotional 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: Yes

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