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honeypossum_reads's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.5
silly_little_clown's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
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? It's complicated
4.0
amess_x's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-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
5.0
iam's review against another edition
4.0
3.5 stars
Monster of the Week is the sequel to [b:The Rules and Regulations for Mediating Myths & Magic|34736638|The Rules and Regulations for Mediating Myths & Magic (The Rules, #1)|F.T. Lukens|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1490892182l/34736638._SY75_.jpg|55922749], and while it was an enjoyable read it didn't really bring much new to the table.
Content warnings include: homophobia, invasion of privacy, break-in and theft, panic attack, absent parent.
I did have a good time reading the book, but to me it didn't really expand the setting or add to the first book. The character development was minimal and the plot felt much lower stake than the first book - which isn't a bad thing, but I kept expecting something bigger or worse to happen. It didn't compare to the excitement of book1.
A lot of the tension was based on Bridger's anxiety and how it lead to him doing ill adviced actions. While I can 100% relate to that personally, I still found that frustrating to read about.
I particularly liked the friendship dynamics among Bridger's friends, and the found family theme around his boss, Pavel. The subplot about Bridger's father and how it was handled and resolved was something you don't often encounter in books, especially YA ones, which I appreciated.
I received and ARC and reviewed honestly and voluntarily.
Monster of the Week is the sequel to [b:The Rules and Regulations for Mediating Myths & Magic|34736638|The Rules and Regulations for Mediating Myths & Magic (The Rules, #1)|F.T. Lukens|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1490892182l/34736638._SY75_.jpg|55922749], and while it was an enjoyable read it didn't really bring much new to the table.
Content warnings include: homophobia, invasion of privacy, break-in and theft, panic attack, absent parent.
I did have a good time reading the book, but to me it didn't really expand the setting or add to the first book. The character development was minimal and the plot felt much lower stake than the first book - which isn't a bad thing, but I kept expecting something bigger or worse to happen. It didn't compare to the excitement of book1.
A lot of the tension was based on Bridger's anxiety and how it lead to him doing ill adviced actions. While I can 100% relate to that personally, I still found that frustrating to read about.
I particularly liked the friendship dynamics among Bridger's friends, and the found family theme around his boss, Pavel. The subplot about Bridger's father and how it was handled and resolved was something you don't often encounter in books, especially YA ones, which I appreciated.
I received and ARC and reviewed honestly and voluntarily.
cj13's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
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? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders, Violence, Alcohol, and Homophobia
Moderate: Gaslighting and Blood
avollrath_'s review against another edition
adventurous
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
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
3.75
a slay book for head empty reading just vibes. i wish bridger would sit back and let the adults handle things but that’s it. the cat was slay, the unicorn pooop was funny, i liked the wit, fuck his dad, i’m a leo stan, and god i wish i had pixies to give me tuition money
stacyaj's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Homophobia
princexbee's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-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? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders
Moderate: Gaslighting and Biphobia
Minor: Abandonment, Cursing, Sexism, Homophobia, Confinement, Injury/Injury detail, Infidelity, Vomit, Mental illness, Sexual content, and Violence
beata's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Okay sorry, I liked this one a bit less. Bridger was kinda annoying in this one at times.
My headcanon is this, after college Bridger, Astrid, Leo and Luke come back to their hometown and live there happily ever after. Yes, I know it might not be super realistic, but some people do go back to small towns after getting their diplomas.
Also, fuck Bridger's dad.
My headcanon is this, after college Bridger, Astrid, Leo and Luke come back to their hometown and live there happily ever after. Yes, I know it might not be super realistic, but some people do go back to small towns after getting their diplomas.
Also, fuck Bridger's dad.