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erinricks's review against another edition
4.0
I really liked this book! The only thing that I wish the author had done better was to include more about the maps and how to read them. Other than that, it was fantastic!
official_bookwyrm's review against another edition
adventurous
inspiring
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
5.0
lauren_michelle's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
hopeful
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? Yes
4.5
katdfleming's review against another edition
5.0
I can not say enough good things about this book. One of the best I've read and the plot may be the most original I've come across! Looking forward to more from this author.
protoman21's review against another edition
2.0
I am so relieved to be finished with this book. I can't put my finger on exactly why I never got into the story, but I didn't connect with the plot, characters, or world at all. I listened to the audiobook and admittedly, I was probably more distracted than normal when I started listening, so I suspect that I might have enjoyed the rest of the story if I didn't lose interest early on. Even so, I found myself struggling to even pay attention in small spurts. I think the only thing I enjoyed was the concept of the maps being made of all different materials. The whole time concept didn't really work for me since it opened more questions than it answered. Finally, even if I was enjoying this book, I feel like I would have believed that it was far too long.
kellbells's review against another edition
3.0
A solid book with some of the most creative and ambitious world-building I've read in a while (Guillermo del Toro would be perfect for a movie adaptation). That said, the Mark of the Vine/Mark of Iron and a few other outright "magical" plot points felt out of place in a steampunk-y alternate history, and I didn't understand how the different Ages/time periods worked as well as I should have. Hopefully more will be fleshed out in sequels.
devour_the_power's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
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? No
5.0
This book absolutely blew me away. From start to finish I was on the edge of my seat. The range of characters you meet throughout this journey are so unexpected, from an old but limber uncle to a band of pirates.
The way she described the scenery truly painted a picture and made me feel as if I could see it myself. From the way sounds and smells were described, to just the detail of what the characters are looking at. I was truly mesmerized by this book and can't wait to read the rest of the series!
The way she described the scenery truly painted a picture and made me feel as if I could see it myself. From the way sounds and smells were described, to just the detail of what the characters are looking at. I was truly mesmerized by this book and can't wait to read the rest of the series!
meganraison's review against another edition
4.0
Story was not very well developed but was very interesting and engaging none the less. I will check out the next book in the series.