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the_story_girl389's review against another edition
4.0
I love the Pandava series and it's one of my favorites in Rick Riordan Presents (so far). It's adventurous and funny and the characters are so relatable.
toebean5's review against another edition
3.0
I liked this one more than the first, and I really feel like the characters are coming into their own. There were a few moments (can't remember them all now!) where I thought, "this is feminist and I love it." The moment at the end, with the arrow? How perfect! Also: Am I the only one loving the references to Disney songs? Just a very cute series for fans of mythology and young adventurers.
The only downside of an audiobook is I can't write out any character's name because I have no idea how they are spelled. The upside, thought, is less name butchering on my part when reading/listening to it. I think a hybrid read/listen would be perfect.
The only downside of an audiobook is I can't write out any character's name because I have no idea how they are spelled. The upside, thought, is less name butchering on my part when reading/listening to it. I think a hybrid read/listen would be perfect.
my_life_full_of_stories's review against another edition
4.0
This book is better than the first one.
Middle Grade/Mythology books are always fun to read, and Aru Shah remembers me a lot of Percy Jackson.
Middle Grade/Mythology books are always fun to read, and Aru Shah remembers me a lot of Percy Jackson.
izzathebookworm's review against another edition
4.0
Jadi kali ini Aru dan Mini ada di tempat dan waktu yang salah sehingga mereka dituduh mencuri busur dan panah Kamaladewa yang rusak dari gudang harta naga. Tapi bukan hanya mereka yang dituduh ngambil, Brynne (salah satu pandawa juga) ada di lokasi kejadian sehingga mereka bertiga dituduh bersekongkol mencurinya. Boo juga dituduh ikut membantu mereka. Karena mereka semua mengaku tidak mencurinya, mereka harus mencari busur dan panah Kamaladewa yang hilang tersebut selama 10 hari. Tapi Boo tidak diperbolehkan ikut, jadi sebagai gantinya Boo menyuruh Aiden (anak laki-laki keturunan setengah dewata) untuk membantu mereka bertiga dalam misi ini.
Petualangan mereka dimulai dengan berbicara dengan pemilik panah dan busur yang terdahulu yaitu Kamadewa. Di rumah dewa yang satu ini saja mereka sudah kewalahan melawan angsa raksasa dan pertarungannya cukup lama karena mereka ga mau bekerja sama. Seiring dengan petualangan yang berlanjut, persahabatan mereka pun terbentuk dengan sendirinya. Mereka berhasil mencari tahu di mana panah dan busur tersebut dan mengetahui motif apa yang menyebabkan si pencuri ini mengambil busur dan panahnya, dan mengetahui juga kisah sebenarnya dari sudut pandang si pencuri yang banyak orang lain ga tau.
Petualangan mereka dimulai dengan berbicara dengan pemilik panah dan busur yang terdahulu yaitu Kamadewa. Di rumah dewa yang satu ini saja mereka sudah kewalahan melawan angsa raksasa dan pertarungannya cukup lama karena mereka ga mau bekerja sama. Seiring dengan petualangan yang berlanjut, persahabatan mereka pun terbentuk dengan sendirinya. Mereka berhasil mencari tahu di mana panah dan busur tersebut dan mengetahui motif apa yang menyebabkan si pencuri ini mengambil busur dan panahnya, dan mengetahui juga kisah sebenarnya dari sudut pandang si pencuri yang banyak orang lain ga tau.
moh's review against another edition
4.0
This second book is funny and charming, and Aru is such a fabulous main character. I did miss the chemistry of the original crew, even though new character Brynne is a delight, and I look forward to seeing more of her.
Why don't I see more love for the glossaries in this series? They are such an absolute gift. I saved them, respectively, for early morning or last thing at night because I really needed to start or end my day with wandering through Roshani Chokshi's glorious definitions. Here's a sample:
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But I wish Mini had been around more, and Aiden was NOT an acceptable Boo substitute IMHO. More grumpy Boo, please.Why don't I see more love for the glossaries in this series? They are such an absolute gift. I saved them, respectively, for early morning or last thing at night because I really needed to start or end my day with wandering through Roshani Chokshi's glorious definitions. Here's a sample:
Ekalavya (eh-KUH-lav-yah) A skilled warrior who trained himself in the art of archery after he was rejected by the legendary teacher Drona on account of his lower status. Drona’s favorite student just so happened to be Arjuna. One day, Arjuna saw Ekalavya perform an incredible feat of archery and got distressed that someone was actually better than him (cue hair flip). This made Drona nervous, because he had promised Arjuna that he would be the best archer who ever lived. Drona demanded to know who Ekalavya’s teacher (guru) was. Ekalavya said, “You.” As it turned out, the archer had made a symbolic statue of Drona and meditated on it to guide him in his self-teaching. When Ekalavya offered Drona guru daksina, an act of respect to teachers, Drona responded with “Give me your right thumb.” At this point of the story, I just get angry. Why should Ekalavya be punished for achieving something on his own merits? GRUMP. But respect, especially to one’s elders, is critical in many Hindu legends. And so Ekalavya cut off his thumb and was no longer better than Arjuna.
Gali (GAH-lee) Air or wind in Telugu.
Gandharva (gun-DAR-ruh-vuh) A semidivine race of heavenly beings known for their cosmic musical skills.
Ghee (GHEE) Clarified butter, often used in Hindu rituals
Gulab jamun (GOO-lab jah-MOON) A delicious dessert made with milk, dripping in warm syrup. Most commonly found in my belly.
bookishrealm's review against another edition
4.0
Another great installment in the series! I really enjoyed getting to know the new characters in this one and watching them go another adventure.
There isn't much that I can say about this one because it's a sequel and I don't want to spoil the previous book; however, Aru Shah and the Song of Death picks up exactly where the first book leaves off. Readers will get to see Mini, Aru, and two new characters.
What Worked: I enjoyed the character development and plot development more in this installment than the first book. The new characters brought a certain flair to the story that we didn't necessarily get see in the first book. They challenge Aru to develop more as a character and she begins to show a level of empathy that she hasn't experienced before. The Song of Death also challenges the characters perceptions of truth vs. reality. Those who are typically painted as heroes in the legends/stories aren't really as heroic as they expect. In fact, they make a lot of mistakes that have long term consequences. This humanization of the gods/goddesses reminds the characters and readers that no one is perfect regardless of their status. The adventure in this one was fast paced and fun and revealed some new powers from Aru and other characters. I'm extremely interested in seeing how this is going to play out in the next book.
Overall, this was another great installment in the series and I'm looking forward to picking up the next one.
There isn't much that I can say about this one because it's a sequel and I don't want to spoil the previous book; however, Aru Shah and the Song of Death picks up exactly where the first book leaves off. Readers will get to see Mini, Aru, and two new characters.
What Worked: I enjoyed the character development and plot development more in this installment than the first book. The new characters brought a certain flair to the story that we didn't necessarily get see in the first book. They challenge Aru to develop more as a character and she begins to show a level of empathy that she hasn't experienced before. The Song of Death also challenges the characters perceptions of truth vs. reality. Those who are typically painted as heroes in the legends/stories aren't really as heroic as they expect. In fact, they make a lot of mistakes that have long term consequences. This humanization of the gods/goddesses reminds the characters and readers that no one is perfect regardless of their status. The adventure in this one was fast paced and fun and revealed some new powers from Aru and other characters. I'm extremely interested in seeing how this is going to play out in the next book.
Overall, this was another great installment in the series and I'm looking forward to picking up the next one.
thecavewoman's review
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
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? Yes
4.5
emkristine's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
5.0
alj24's review against another edition
3.5
Charming! Liked the new additions to the crew and Aru mellowing out a bit.