Reviews

The Silver Chair by C.S. Lewis

carlireadsrecs's review against another edition

adventurous mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

2.0

taryn_vanditmars's review against another edition

1.0

DNF.

dsylexa's review against another edition

5.0

The Silver Chair' takes the silver medal in my personal ranking of the Chronicles of Narnia series, and let me tell you, it's a joyful adventure with a few charming flaws. In children's books, fun is an essential ingredient, and this installment excels in delivering a heaping dose of it. In fact, I dare say it's the most entertaining book of the lot.

While it maintains the spirit of the first three books, it somehow manages to elevate that essence. There's an exuberant whimsy that permeates this story, making it an absolute delight to read. The wild, fantastical elements are bound to put a grin on any reader's face.

What sets 'The Silver Chair' apart for me are the characters of Eustace and Jill, who I find infinitely more compelling than the original Pevensie quartet. They bring a fresh perspective and energy to the series, making the narrative feel rejuvenated. Their adventures and growth throughout the book are a testament to the magic of storytelling.

All in all, 'The Silver Chair' stands as a testament to the power of imagination and the enduring appeal of Narnia. It's a testament to why we love children's literature – for the sheer joy it brings, and this book delivers that in spades.

benji_booksr4looserz's review against another edition

adventurous lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

minimalmike's review

adventurous funny lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

Keep in mind, I am rating this as a children's book. 
My personal rating: 3.3
Writing: 3.93
Story: 3.2
Overall: 3.47

leahscreations21's review

medium-paced

3.75

aeb3's review against another edition

3.0

I find myself wanting to rate the book higher, but if it weren't CS Lewis I probably wouldn't be so tempted. Overall there are just several other books and stories I like better, and the length of that list (which includes many of his other titles) is long enough that I can tell this wasn't my favorite.

It was fun and nice enough, with a small handful of gems sprinkled throughout, and I'd easily recommend it as a kid-friendly adventure read.

3.5 Stars.

maliha_15's review

adventurous lighthearted mysterious relaxing medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

abooknook's review against another edition

4.0

Where was Aslan??
I loved Puddleglum and the themes of deception

ihateprozac's review against another edition

2.0

Boooooooooring