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lavinn's review
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
5.0
neilsef's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
mysterious
sad
tense
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? Yes
4.25
The Last Wish 4.25*
Sword of Destiny 4.25*
These were an enjoyable, engaging read that contain content that bears a resemblance to the original Grimm's folk tales but is told in a similar storytelling style as the Sherlock Holmes short stories by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.
A lot of the events tie in with the first season of the TV series but with much more detail, making them that much more interesting.
Blood of Elves 4*
Time of Contempt 4*
Again these were enjoyable, delving more into the wider world The Witcher is set in, and introducing new characters and locations. However, I found the storytelling and the plot structure to be a bit chaotic as the timeline kept jumping back and forwards, which wasn't always immediately apparent.
Baptism of Fire 4.5*
The Tower of the Swallow 4.5*
The Lady of the Lake 4.5*
These were my favourites and were all highly enjoyable, being both entertaining and engaging in equal measure, while also including a fair amount of tension as the various plot threads unfold. They also introduced several new travelling companions for Geralt and Dandelion, all of whom were individually unique and fascinating characters.
Seasons of Storms 4.25*
Where the other books mostly followed on from one another, this one jumped back to the time between Geralt having met Yennefer, but before Cintra is sacked, and is more like the first two books, in that Geralt is just doing what a Witcher does, though since his swords have been stolen it's a bit more difficult for him.
Overall, the books are enjoyable to read with appealing main characters, Geralt, Dandelion, Yennefer and Cirri, but also with many entertaining side characters, especially the Dwarves, who are very down-to-earth in their outlook.
To me, the general writing style doesn't portray the events or characters in a way that encourages you to become invested in them, this was particularly apparent during, "The Lady of the Lake" which is the culmination of the story that the previous books had been telling. This could just be due to the work being translated, and losing the subtleties.
If you have watched and enjoyed any of the episodes of the TV series, then these books are well worth taking the time to read.
Sword of Destiny 4.25*
These were an enjoyable, engaging read that contain content that bears a resemblance to the original Grimm's folk tales but is told in a similar storytelling style as the Sherlock Holmes short stories by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.
A lot of the events tie in with the first season of the TV series but with much more detail, making them that much more interesting.
Blood of Elves 4*
Time of Contempt 4*
Again these were enjoyable, delving more into the wider world The Witcher is set in, and introducing new characters and locations. However, I found the storytelling and the plot structure to be a bit chaotic as the timeline kept jumping back and forwards, which wasn't always immediately apparent.
Baptism of Fire 4.5*
The Tower of the Swallow 4.5*
The Lady of the Lake 4.5*
These were my favourites and were all highly enjoyable, being both entertaining and engaging in equal measure, while also including a fair amount of tension as the various plot threads unfold. They also introduced several new travelling companions for Geralt and Dandelion, all of whom were individually unique and fascinating characters.
Seasons of Storms 4.25*
Where the other books mostly followed on from one another, this one jumped back to the time between Geralt having met Yennefer, but before Cintra is sacked, and is more like the first two books, in that Geralt is just doing what a Witcher does, though since his swords have been stolen it's a bit more difficult for him.
Overall, the books are enjoyable to read with appealing main characters, Geralt, Dandelion, Yennefer and Cirri, but also with many entertaining side characters, especially the Dwarves, who are very down-to-earth in their outlook.
To me, the general writing style doesn't portray the events or characters in a way that encourages you to become invested in them, this was particularly apparent during, "The Lady of the Lake" which is the culmination of the story that the previous books had been telling. This could just be due to the work being translated, and losing the subtleties.
If you have watched and enjoyed any of the episodes of the TV series, then these books are well worth taking the time to read.
killarhenrietta_'s review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
inspiring
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
5.0
This is one of the best series I've ever read. I played with the games first and decided to read the books and it took a couple of months because I'm a slow reader, but oh boy, there's nothing I'd regret.
None of the character could be said as truly good or bad. They're all grey, they all have negative and positive side, depends on where you stand in view. They're all hateable and loveable at the same time. (Expect Vilgefortz *coughs*)
I've just finished the last book and I'm very emotional about it, but I can only recommend this series. It starts really slowly, then the pace gets really fast as the story continues.
None of the character could be said as truly good or bad. They're all grey, they all have negative and positive side, depends on where you stand in view. They're all hateable and loveable at the same time. (
I've just finished the last book and I'm very emotional about it, but I can only recommend this series. It starts really slowly, then the pace gets really fast as the story continues.
tuulikki_ni's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
elizalis's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
funny
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? It's complicated
4.25
neosorongo's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
inspiring
mysterious
slow-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
natip2000's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
tense
fast-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
5.0
mrsmoony's review against another edition
5.0
This book series is literally so good and I enjoyed all eight books. From the first book you easily become in love with the characters and the plot. The writing makes you feel like you are actually living in there and it always keeps you at the edge of your seat. I read this series while on quarantine and really helped me get through it. I totally recommend reading these books if you love science fiction and if you have watched the first season of the series that are now on Netflix.