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paradoxically's review against another edition
2.0
Of all three books, Dragon Spear would have to be the one I disliked the most. Creel seemed to be wedding gown obsessed (which bored me to tears. I know the wedding gown was important to her, but not to the extent that Creel showed), and the actual plot was messy. You could see the author try to inject some complexities into the situation, but instead of being engaging and well written, it was rather clumsy and needed better execution overall.
It's not all bad. For the most part, if you liked the previous two books you'll probably be all right with this one. The summary for this book makes little sense "...only to discover that Luka’s father has set his sights on taking back the Far Islands from the dragons. Torn between her love for Prince Luka and her friendship with Shardas and Velika, Creel must make the most difficult decision of her life if she stands any chance of getting to the church on time."
There is very little of the king in this book. He doesn't even factor in the main plot in any way. And Luka never wavers in his determination to help Creel--there was never even any question from any of the characters that Creel was torn between her dragon friends and Luka. Basically the summary leads you into believing there's a storyline that doesn't actually exist.
The book could be trimmed in a good many parts. A lot of things could have been made tighter. The conflicts in the book don't feel like true conflicts, and they're rather one dimensional overall. It was rather disappointing. 2 stars.
It's not all bad. For the most part, if you liked the previous two books you'll probably be all right with this one. The summary for this book makes little sense "...only to discover that Luka’s father has set his sights on taking back the Far Islands from the dragons. Torn between her love for Prince Luka and her friendship with Shardas and Velika, Creel must make the most difficult decision of her life if she stands any chance of getting to the church on time."
There is very little of the king in this book. He doesn't even factor in the main plot in any way. And Luka never wavers in his determination to help Creel--there was never even any question from any of the characters that Creel was torn between her dragon friends and Luka. Basically the summary leads you into believing there's a storyline that doesn't actually exist.
The book could be trimmed in a good many parts. A lot of things could have been made tighter. The conflicts in the book don't feel like true conflicts, and they're rather one dimensional overall. It was rather disappointing. 2 stars.
queen_cocolatis's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
ninabjorn's review against another edition
5.0
This was a perfect ending for a perfect series. I loved it like I loved the previous two and I could not put it down
I don't think I can name a favorite, when it comes to these books and I don't think I want to.
I love the adventure I have gotten to share with Creel and I think the ending of the book was weary fitting. It was a nice way of ending the books and while I would love for there to be another one, I don't think it's missing.
I would definitely recommend this book and the others. They work well for kids and adult and should not be missed
I don't think I can name a favorite, when it comes to these books and I don't think I want to.
I love the adventure I have gotten to share with Creel and I think the ending of the book was weary fitting. It was a nice way of ending the books and while I would love for there to be another one, I don't think it's missing.
I would definitely recommend this book and the others. They work well for kids and adult and should not be missed
lulu_readsalot's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
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? No
3.0
Dragons 🐉, a nice closure to the whole adventure, baby dragons 🐲, weddings 💃🏽, dragon lore 🐉, volcano 🌋, dragons dragons and more dragons.
I enjoyed it 🐉❤️🐲
I enjoyed it 🐉❤️🐲
scribesprite's review against another edition
3.0
I flip flopped a lot on what to give this book a 3 or 4 since there are no half stars but I decided on 3 because I enjoyed the books leading up to it and I liked how Creel's story ended but I was disappointed about a few aspects.
This one didn't have as much embroidery or sewing going on like it did in the last two but it did present itself in Creel's wedding dress and of course to help save the day-more or less, not exactly.
It didn't feel as dire to me even though it probably could've. Sure things are pretty bad and I did want to know what happened but in a more curious way than I just have to know! I enjoyed reading it though and liked how all the characters played into the story.
Creel seems pretty much the same, spunky and caring. Luka is still quite a fine honest guy. We see a lot of dragons as well as different people (cultures). Dragons are showcased even more in this one I think. They are given more history as well as more dimensions like a sort of code of honor for them and even a different culture to the one presented in the prior two books.
In the end you could just leave it at the second book but I wouldn’t sway anyone from reading Dragon Spear.
This one didn't have as much embroidery or sewing going on like it did in the last two but it did present itself in Creel's wedding dress and of course to help save the day-more or less, not exactly.
It didn't feel as dire to me even though it probably could've. Sure things are pretty bad and I did want to know what happened but in a more curious way than I just have to know! I enjoyed reading it though and liked how all the characters played into the story.
Creel seems pretty much the same, spunky and caring. Luka is still quite a fine honest guy. We see a lot of dragons as well as different people (cultures). Dragons are showcased even more in this one I think. They are given more history as well as more dimensions like a sort of code of honor for them and even a different culture to the one presented in the prior two books.
In the end you could just leave it at the second book but I wouldn’t sway anyone from reading Dragon Spear.
shaekin's review against another edition
5.0
Again I find myself neglecting the other three books I'm reading to sneak this in as soon as I got it from the library. I'm a little sad there's not more to this series but it definitely didn't disappoint. Loved this whole series.
jtlars7's review against another edition
3.0
Finishing out the trilogy. This one seemed a little slow in the first half, but picked up later.
hollail's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
3.5