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eesh25's review against another edition
4.0
The ending of the last book was a pretty big deal. Almost a cliffhanger because even though the baddie of the book had been thwarted, there was the issue of the mind wipe. Of course, Artemis had a plan in place to help get the memories back, but that was for two years in the future!
This book starts a year after the last, meaning Artemis still knows nothing about fairies. But just because Artemis has forgotten the fairy world doesn't mean the fairy world has forgotten him. And so we have Opal Koboi, who's been in a self-induced coma and has been plotting her revenge the entire time. Not to mention a really evil scheme.
This was another great read, though a different one in many respects. Opal Koboi is very smart, and Artemis is at a serious disadvantage without his memories. It was interesting to see how Artemis would handle himself without knowing basically everything like he usually does. I also liked how his and Holly's relationship changed because of his memories.
Speaking of, Artemis himself is a different person. This book was a bit of a shift for both him and Holly. Artemis was affected by the mind wipe. Whereas Holly went through some heavy stuff. I'm really interested to see how the events of this book will change the series.
There's not much else to say. I loved Butler as usual. Foaly has grown on me a lot more too. Mulch... I like him, but I wish he was less gross. I still want a bit more from Artemis's parents. Fingers crossed for that. The audiobook performance was, again, great. And I'm hoping to jump into the next book in a week or so.
This book starts a year after the last, meaning Artemis still knows nothing about fairies. But just because Artemis has forgotten the fairy world doesn't mean the fairy world has forgotten him. And so we have Opal Koboi, who's been in a self-induced coma and has been plotting her revenge the entire time. Not to mention a really evil scheme.
This was another great read, though a different one in many respects. Opal Koboi is very smart, and Artemis is at a serious disadvantage without his memories. It was interesting to see how Artemis would handle himself without knowing basically everything like he usually does. I also liked how his and Holly's relationship changed because of his memories.
Speaking of, Artemis himself is a different person. This book was a bit of a shift for both him and Holly. Artemis was affected by the mind wipe. Whereas Holly went through some heavy stuff. I'm really interested to see how the events of this book will change the series.
There's not much else to say. I loved Butler as usual. Foaly has grown on me a lot more too. Mulch... I like him, but I wish he was less gross. I still want a bit more from Artemis's parents. Fingers crossed for that. The audiobook performance was, again, great. And I'm hoping to jump into the next book in a week or so.
carlyxdeexx's review against another edition
5.0
I forgot how much I enjoyed this one! It is comparable to THE ETERNITY CODE, in my opinion, though I think it’s not quite at the same level in my heart of hearts.
Opal is so excellently wicked and I love the building anticipation of our beloved characters coming together again for another adventure after what was supposed to be the last one. There’s a bit more of a sense of foreboding in this book than the others—it really makes you wonder, is it going to turn out alright this time?
There’s one moment when Artemis is in a very desperate spot, and he sees Butler, and he just immediately feels safe. And I just thought that was so beautiful. Maybe not to someone who hasn’t followed their journey through the last three books, but especially after THE ETERNITY CODE, how could you not feel some tears coming on?
THE LOST COLONY is the last book in the series I’ve read, and I remember it being not quite as good as my favorites, but not bad either. We’ll see. But it was such a delight to realize THE OPAL DECEPTION lived up to my favorite book before it.
Opal is so excellently wicked and I love the building anticipation of our beloved characters coming together again for another adventure after what was supposed to be the last one. There’s a bit more of a sense of foreboding in this book than the others—it really makes you wonder, is it going to turn out alright this time?
There’s one moment when Artemis is in a very desperate spot, and he sees Butler, and he just immediately feels safe. And I just thought that was so beautiful. Maybe not to someone who hasn’t followed their journey through the last three books, but especially after THE ETERNITY CODE, how could you not feel some tears coming on?
THE LOST COLONY is the last book in the series I’ve read, and I remember it being not quite as good as my favorites, but not bad either. We’ll see. But it was such a delight to realize THE OPAL DECEPTION lived up to my favorite book before it.
sabrielsbell'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? Yes
4.25
beccammartin's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
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
4.0
amylynn44's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
maimaitu's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
sad
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
selkieboi's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
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
3.75
I read this book way back in highschool and it has stuck with me like most of the series. It's one of my favorites alongside the Lost Colony and the Time Paradox. Holly and Artemis' relationship remains a core part of the series for me, second only to Artemis' relationship with Butler. Opal as an antagonist never ceases to be as entertaining as it is unhinged.
protoman21's review against another edition
3.0
I liked this entry in the series pretty well. The twist of Artemis and Butler having their minds wiped and being reintroduced into the fairy world was a clever way to make things fresh again, but even with Artemis growing a conscience in this book, I still am not especially attached to him or the other characters. I'm not sure if it is the style of the writing or the type or character, but I just don't find myself that invested in what happens in these books.
ariazsilentsoul's review
adventurous
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? It's complicated
4.5