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yinlin's review against another edition
3.0
i literally dont like this but at the same time i do idk.... all i know is i love baz
book_busy's review against another edition
4.0
3.8 : this is some good and wholesome Fanfiction turned fully fledged fiction but I wished that baz and Simon's relationship had more of a focus as it's dysfunctionality was one of the first focuses in the book
vmusing's review against another edition
2.0
*****Edit 3/16/2021*****
AGAIN I’m back to change my rating. I want to try re-reading this, but now every time I think of it, this book makes me feel IMMENSE disappointment and dissatisfaction so lowering it to a 2*
***Edit 3/28/20***
So, I’ve decided to lower my rating to 3* bc every time I think about this book I feel disappointment lollll
*Original review & rating*
4.5*
I genuinely don't know what to rate this book so I am playing it safe and rating it 5* for good measure lol. I might come change it later, but we will see. Baz himself earns each of those 5* which I feel is a good enough reason.
The reason I am having such a hard time deciding on this rating, is due to the fact that reading this book gave me an immense amount of anxiety. I was so, SO worried that something terrible was going to happen to Snowbaz, especially after seeing one of my favorite booktubers give this a low rating. I figured I would have devoured this in two days, but instead it took me over a week to finish. I tried to stay away from reviews because I did not want to be spoiled, and luckily, I wasn't. However I did see the one bad rating and a few people mentioned the "cliffhanger" at the end which made me panic more and caused me to have an aversion towards finishing it. I then saw another of my favorite booktubers rate this as 4 stars, which eased my mind a tiny bit.
This book is different from Carry On and I think the reader can tell right away that the tone is different, more serious. I actually really enjoyed this more serious tone, I appreciated that Simon's trauma and the growth of the characters was actually recognized and explored. I like that this was a way to delve in to what happens to heroes and their friends after the big battle, after the day has been saved.
The other complaint I have (other than this giving me such anxiety) and the reason I think that perhaps this should be a 4* instead of 5* is that I felt like the plot kind of dragged in the middle a bit and I did wonder what the point was for a few moments. Besides this, I did really like learning more about vampires and being introduced to our new character, Shepard.
Of course, my absolute favorite part of this book was Baz. I loved seeing his growth, him coming more into himself, and I loved his chapters so much. He is hilarious and witty and self depreciating and I love every page that blessed me with his inner dialogue. I cannot wait to order a paperback version of this so I can go back through and highlight and underline all the delightful things he said in this book.
I am ready for the third book, mostly because I want to read more of Baz and because I would like some closure concerning Snowbaz.
AGAIN I’m back to change my rating. I want to try re-reading this, but now every time I think of it, this book makes me feel IMMENSE disappointment and dissatisfaction so lowering it to a 2*
***Edit 3/28/20***
So, I’ve decided to lower my rating to 3* bc every time I think about this book I feel disappointment lollll
*Original review & rating*
4.5*
I genuinely don't know what to rate this book so I am playing it safe and rating it 5* for good measure lol. I might come change it later, but we will see. Baz himself earns each of those 5* which I feel is a good enough reason.
The reason I am having such a hard time deciding on this rating, is due to the fact that reading this book gave me an immense amount of anxiety. I was so, SO worried that something terrible was going to happen to Snowbaz, especially after seeing one of my favorite booktubers give this a low rating. I figured I would have devoured this in two days, but instead it took me over a week to finish. I tried to stay away from reviews because I did not want to be spoiled, and luckily, I wasn't. However I did see the one bad rating and a few people mentioned the "cliffhanger" at the end which made me panic more and caused me to have an aversion towards finishing it. I then saw another of my favorite booktubers rate this as 4 stars, which eased my mind a tiny bit.
This book is different from Carry On and I think the reader can tell right away that the tone is different, more serious. I actually really enjoyed this more serious tone, I appreciated that Simon's trauma and the growth of the characters was actually recognized and explored. I like that this was a way to delve in to what happens to heroes and their friends after the big battle, after the day has been saved.
The other complaint I have (other than this giving me such anxiety) and the reason I think that perhaps this should be a 4* instead of 5* is that I felt like the plot kind of dragged in the middle a bit and I did wonder what the point was for a few moments. Besides this, I did really like learning more about vampires and being introduced to our new character, Shepard.
Of course, my absolute favorite part of this book was Baz. I loved seeing his growth, him coming more into himself, and I loved his chapters so much. He is hilarious and witty and self depreciating and I love every page that blessed me with his inner dialogue. I cannot wait to order a paperback version of this so I can go back through and highlight and underline all the delightful things he said in this book.
I am ready for the third book, mostly because I want to read more of Baz and because I would like some closure concerning Snowbaz.
serdean06's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
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
4.25
bernmetoacrisp's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
3.25
kchamberlin04's review against another edition
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
this was the most unnecessary and upsetting sequel i have ever encountered to a book before
lungfishopolis's review against another edition
2.0
I have to be honest. I don’t remember anything about this book other than that It sucked a little. I think Shepard is the only think stopping this from being a one star review.
616avery's review against another edition
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
eliza_cat's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
A fast-paced adventure that leaves you wanting more. On my first read I finished this in a single sitting - the plot sucks you in from the first page.
Loved the new characters and the character development for Simon, Baz and Penelope. Particularly loved the renn faire scenes - they were all so cute. Can't wait for the next part!
Loved the new characters and the character development for Simon, Baz and Penelope. Particularly loved the renn faire scenes - they were all so cute. Can't wait for the next part!