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chllybrd's review against another edition
4.0
Reviewed by http://urbanfantasyinvestigations.blogspot.com/
I gave it a 3.5/5
ENCHANTED IVY is a great blend of magic, fantasy, mystery and YA level romance. The plot is catching from the beginning. The story is fast paced yet detailed. Lily is loyal, determined, stubborn and an all around great character to follow. The plot was a tad bit predictable and times but still a lot of fun. The romance between Lily and Tye is sweet and the little triangle when adding in Jake isn't to far fetched or over the top. The end doesn't leave anything open and wraps everything up nicely. ENCHANTED IVY brings an imaginative adventure to the college application process and if you are looking for an easy and light read you should pick it up.
I gave it a 3.5/5
ENCHANTED IVY is a great blend of magic, fantasy, mystery and YA level romance. The plot is catching from the beginning. The story is fast paced yet detailed. Lily is loyal, determined, stubborn and an all around great character to follow. The plot was a tad bit predictable and times but still a lot of fun. The romance between Lily and Tye is sweet and the little triangle when adding in Jake isn't to far fetched or over the top. The end doesn't leave anything open and wraps everything up nicely. ENCHANTED IVY brings an imaginative adventure to the college application process and if you are looking for an easy and light read you should pick it up.
k_lee_reads_it's review against another edition
3.0
Yet another ya fantasy with magical creatures and a love triangle.
abookdork's review against another edition
4.0
"Enchanted Ivy" is a fun, fast read with a unique plot that sucks readers in. I absolutely loved Sarah Beth Durst's book "Ice" and am happy that I was not disappointed with "Enchanted Ivy", which is impressive because I've been dying to read it since I first heard the synopsis. I had very little time to read this week, but every second I got I spent reading this book. I was almost late to one of the lectures because I was so wrapped up in the book I forgot to look at my watch! I just got sucked into Lily's search for the key and the truth about her family. "Enchanted Ivy" moved really fast, as soon as one problem was solved a whole other issue would come up.
Something I loved about the book was how Durst used real landmarks in Princeton in her book, it made me want to go and check out all the details she added into her book. I loved how the alumni parade, P Rade, played a part in the story; it just added a lot of life to the story. I also liked the role the FitzRandolph Gate played as the bridge between two worlds. The fact that Durst used real landmarks in her story made the book more believable.
I really liked the characters. The interactions between Lily and the two main male characters were really funny. I kept smiling and giggling to myself while reading. I think part of the reason I didn't love this book is that I wanted more of the characters. The book almost felt too fast and I wish I had more of Lily. I also liked how quirky Lily's mom was and liked the addition of her mental struggles to the book. This sounds twister, but I knew there was something more going on and I just couldn't wait to figure out where Durst was going with this.
If you like fantasy and paranormal books, this book needs to be on your "to read" list. I also highly recommend reading "Ice" if you haven't read it. I can't wait to see what Durst will write next! This makes it clearer than ever that I really need to read Sarah's first two books "Into the Wild" and "Out of the Wild". If you are interested in this book then be on the look out for the contest I will be holding.
Something I loved about the book was how Durst used real landmarks in Princeton in her book, it made me want to go and check out all the details she added into her book. I loved how the alumni parade, P Rade, played a part in the story; it just added a lot of life to the story. I also liked the role the FitzRandolph Gate played as the bridge between two worlds. The fact that Durst used real landmarks in her story made the book more believable.
I really liked the characters. The interactions between Lily and the two main male characters were really funny. I kept smiling and giggling to myself while reading. I think part of the reason I didn't love this book is that I wanted more of the characters. The book almost felt too fast and I wish I had more of Lily. I also liked how quirky Lily's mom was and liked the addition of her mental struggles to the book. This sounds twister, but I knew there was something more going on and I just couldn't wait to figure out where Durst was going with this.
If you like fantasy and paranormal books, this book needs to be on your "to read" list. I also highly recommend reading "Ice" if you haven't read it. I can't wait to see what Durst will write next! This makes it clearer than ever that I really need to read Sarah's first two books "Into the Wild" and "Out of the Wild". If you are interested in this book then be on the look out for the contest I will be holding.
sam_skogrand's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
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
3.5
Okay, I've read this book at least 3 times over the years. It's not a great book, but it's 100% a guilty pleasure. I don't entirely know why I like it, but I usually reach for it when I'm feeling overwhelmed by life. Apparently its straightforward plot, teenage romance, and problem solving silliness (mixed with magical creatures!) is something that calms me. Haha.
Anyway, it's short and fun!
Anyway, it's short and fun!
buuboobaby's review against another edition
4.0
Fun fantasy romance with a great setting.
Full review can be read here:
http://www.mangamaniaccafe.com/?p=4485
Full review can be read here:
http://www.mangamaniaccafe.com/?p=4485
quietjenn's review against another edition
2.0
i don't really get why everyone is all about this book. it wasn't so terrible that i wanted to throw it across the room. or, even, sit in my apartment and nitpick it on the internet. (although i totally could if i wanted. just saying. ) but it was also not all that spectacular. much of it irked me and the characters seemed more like vehicles for the plot than actual characters. but maybe i am just jaded or biased by my obviously inferior not-ivy education. or something. a pretty cover and some blog buzz do not a good book make.
nica2006's review against another edition
5.0
Sara Beth Durst did it again! I decided to read this book because I enjoyed Ice so much. This book was amazing. A really great fantasy book.
Lily Carter has dreamed her entire life of becoming a student at Princeton. Whenever she and her mom are invited by her grandfather to attend his class reunion from Princeton, she is so excited. It is soon she realizes that there is another reason she has been asked to come. Her grandfather belongs to a special organization of Princeton. Her grandfather has nominated her to take a special Legacy Test. If she passes the test, Lily will gain automatic acceptance into Princeton. Lily accepts the test, her only worry is that she hasn't studied. She is told that her test is to find the Ivy Key and she must do it on her own. While searching for clues, Lily unconvers many secrets to Princeton that change her life forever.
Lily Carter has dreamed her entire life of becoming a student at Princeton. Whenever she and her mom are invited by her grandfather to attend his class reunion from Princeton, she is so excited. It is soon she realizes that there is another reason she has been asked to come. Her grandfather belongs to a special organization of Princeton. Her grandfather has nominated her to take a special Legacy Test. If she passes the test, Lily will gain automatic acceptance into Princeton. Lily accepts the test, her only worry is that she hasn't studied. She is told that her test is to find the Ivy Key and she must do it on her own. While searching for clues, Lily unconvers many secrets to Princeton that change her life forever.