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honey_stardust_13's review against another edition
5.0
This book has become one of my favorites. The characters are amazing, and I would give it 5 stars on the characters alone. The plot was a somewhat predictable, and info heavy; I personally had no issues with that , and it was still so enjoyable. I also liked the information given and it wasn't completely overbearing. I just noticed of occasionally.
I am anticipating the sequel already, and this book has only just come out. The fact that I have to wait so long is so depressing. I would highly recommend this book.
I am anticipating the sequel already, and this book has only just come out. The fact that I have to wait so long is so depressing. I would highly recommend this book.
katie1031's review against another edition
4.0
Okay so I reviewed this book without giving it much thought. I realize i may have made myself sound like i didnt like it, thats not the case. I loved this book, it was spooky and a super fun read. I loved the main character and while i didnt love the romance aspects in the book i just think i didnt go into it with that expectation and even with that in mind it was really well written and it was a fun book to read around halloween time
chaosandbooks's review against another edition
3.0
Going into this book, my first thought was that the narration was a charming blend of Rick Riordan and Lemony Snicket. I absolutely adored that style and I think it worked really well with the Halloween-esque vibes that the book gave off. There were times it made me laugh and I enjoyed the descriptive attention to detail in it.
The plot itself was very unique and refreshing, even if the pacing of the book felt slow at times. There were a few bits that felt repetitive and made me think of foreshadowing, to which I was right. Despite that, I think the faster pacing in the last few chapters thoroughly made up with it and the plot twist was cleverly crafted. I was actually upset to realize this ended with a cliffhanger because I wanted more.
I look forward to the sequel and seeing the relationship between Alastor and Prosper develop further because I think it has a cranky family-type to it that I find adorable. I'm also interested to see if Nell plays a part in the next book because I think her character is a rare gem, but what I'm most interested in seeing is how Prue is developed.
Overall, this was a light-heartened and enjoyable read.
The plot itself was very unique and refreshing, even if the pacing of the book felt slow at times. There were a few bits that felt repetitive and made me think of foreshadowing, to which I was right. Despite that, I think the faster pacing in the last few chapters thoroughly made up with it and the plot twist was cleverly crafted. I was actually upset to realize this ended with a cliffhanger because I wanted more.
I look forward to the sequel and seeing the relationship between Alastor and Prosper develop further because I think it has a cranky family-type to it that I find adorable. I'm also interested to see if Nell plays a part in the next book because I think her character is a rare gem, but what I'm most interested in seeing is how Prue is developed.
Overall, this was a light-heartened and enjoyable read.
labunnywtf's review against another edition
5.0
I know everything about thee, Prosperity. Everything inside thee belongs to me. I am joined to thy shade. I know all of thy fears, thy desires, thy jealousy - where thou hides thy collection of small porcelain ponies....
Oh my gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaahd, I love this ridiculous book so much.
First of all, all love to Jade for a) thinking of me when she read this book, and b) sending it to me as the best Christmas present ever. Book presents are the best, and this one was especially amazing because creepy ponies.
Prosper is the black sheep of the Redding family. He's surrounded by overachieving success stories, and his family is basically the creme de la creme of their small town. Then one day, through a strange and offputting chain of events, he learns that all of the family's luck and fortune comes from a deal they made with an 800-year old demon. A grumpy, snarky, trickster demon.
Really grumpy.
Unfortunately for Prosper, said Grumpy Gills demon now resides inside of him and keeps a running commentary in his head about all the ways he's going to bring their family down.
Prosper has a very short period of time to break the curse and get the demon out, with the help of long lost relatives he barely knew existed. But in the meantime, Alastor is whispering nasty things in his ear to convince him to give in and sell his soul.
Is there a better name for a demon than Alastor? I think not.
The humor of this book is absolutely amazing. Prosper himself is dry and self deprecating, but Alastor thoroughly steals the show. I am so ready to read the sequel, and I can only hope there are more creepy ponies to come.
Oh my gaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaahd, I love this ridiculous book so much.
First of all, all love to Jade for a) thinking of me when she read this book, and b) sending it to me as the best Christmas present ever. Book presents are the best, and this one was especially amazing because creepy ponies.
Prosper is the black sheep of the Redding family. He's surrounded by overachieving success stories, and his family is basically the creme de la creme of their small town. Then one day, through a strange and offputting chain of events, he learns that all of the family's luck and fortune comes from a deal they made with an 800-year old demon. A grumpy, snarky, trickster demon.
Really grumpy.
Unfortunately for Prosper, said Grumpy Gills demon now resides inside of him and keeps a running commentary in his head about all the ways he's going to bring their family down.
Prosper has a very short period of time to break the curse and get the demon out, with the help of long lost relatives he barely knew existed. But in the meantime, Alastor is whispering nasty things in his ear to convince him to give in and sell his soul.
Is there a better name for a demon than Alastor? I think not.
The humor of this book is absolutely amazing. Prosper himself is dry and self deprecating, but Alastor thoroughly steals the show. I am so ready to read the sequel, and I can only hope there are more creepy ponies to come.
amybraunauthor's review against another edition
5.0
I'm not going to lie––it took me a little while to get into this one. But once things got rolling, I was completely hooked. I almost missed the start of my work shift because I needed to finish it and know what happened. This is an absolute treat for anyone who enjoys creepy stories with great characters, filled with complex worlds, and mountains of betrayals (seriously, SO MANY). The story was engaging and unique and is filled with so much potential for future books (and there better be some!). Prosper is a fantastic main character with a lot of growth ahead of him, I think. I also really enjoyed Alastor and Nell and their complex relationships with our main hero. This book had so many twists my head was spinning, and I was actually flipping the back pages looking for more story. I don't usually read middle grade fiction, but I can definitely say I'm so happy I gave this one a chance. It was the fun, possession story I didn't know I needed in my life. Definitely one to check out!
luciearan's review against another edition
1.0
I když nejsem zrovna cílová skupina, knihy pro mládež, si občas přečtu moc ráda. Už jen proto, že se mnohdy jedná o originální, a příjemně oddechový příběh. To však absolutně není tento případ.
Nalákat jsem se nechala hlavně obálkou, přišla mi roztomilá. Anotace pak působila minimálně zajímavě. Příběh mě však, absolutně nezaujal a nebavil. Působil zdlouhavě, nezáživně, většinu knihy se v podstatě ani nic nedělo. Postavy byly nudné a podivně nijaké. Něco málo, se začalo dít, až v samotném závěru knihy, ale to už jsem byla příběhem natolik unavená, že mi bylo víceméně jedno, jak to dopadne.
Na další díl, se rozhodně nechystám.
Nalákat jsem se nechala hlavně obálkou, přišla mi roztomilá. Anotace pak působila minimálně zajímavě. Příběh mě však, absolutně nezaujal a nebavil. Působil zdlouhavě, nezáživně, většinu knihy se v podstatě ani nic nedělo. Postavy byly nudné a podivně nijaké. Něco málo, se začalo dít, až v samotném závěru knihy, ale to už jsem byla příběhem natolik unavená, že mi bylo víceméně jedno, jak to dopadne.
Na další díl, se rozhodně nechystám.
caitlinxreads's review against another edition
4.0
This was not was not what I was expecting. First off, I thought this was YA, but Prosper is actually only 12 (almost 13). Also, the ending was just... wow. Not what was expected.
I enjoyed the characters, plot, twists, autumnal imagery, and the magical aspects. This was an engaging, quick read. I found myself saying 'no' and 'why' out loud a few times while reading.
However, I felt (throughout the novel) that this story seems more like a standalone. Nevertheless, I will likely read the next book to see what happens.
I enjoyed the characters, plot, twists, autumnal imagery, and the magical aspects. This was an engaging, quick read. I found myself saying 'no' and 'why' out loud a few times while reading.
However, I felt (throughout the novel) that this story seems more like a standalone. Nevertheless, I will likely read the next book to see what happens.
alrightieaphroditie's review against another edition
2.0
two stars ∗ this book just wasn’t my cup of tea. maybe because i read it in january, and it seemed more of like an october/november book. i just felt like the plot was dragged on a bit longer than it needed to be.
i did, however, like the characters and the atmosphere the book provided. prosper was a really funny and relatable narrator, and nell seems like a girl i’d be friends with. maybe if i reread this closer to halloween i’d like it more? i genuinely love alexandra bracken’s writing style, so i’m a little disappointed that this book didn’t live up to the hype for me.
i did, however, like the characters and the atmosphere the book provided. prosper was a really funny and relatable narrator, and nell seems like a girl i’d be friends with. maybe if i reread this closer to halloween i’d like it more? i genuinely love alexandra bracken’s writing style, so i’m a little disappointed that this book didn’t live up to the hype for me.