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anni_swanilda's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Graphic: Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Toxic relationship, and Violence
Moderate: Child death, Cursing, Death, Gun violence, and Injury/Injury detail
bookswithbreck's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Graphic: Child abuse, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, and Classism
Moderate: Death, Gun violence, and Murder
Minor: Misogyny, Violence, Medical content, Death of parent, and Alcohol
elodiepoline404's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Child abuse, Child death, Death, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Gun violence, Physical abuse, Violence, Blood, and Murder
i_kin_cardan's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Graphic: Child abuse, Domestic abuse, and Gun violence
Moderate: Death
lujisa's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
Graphic: Child abuse, Domestic abuse, and Physical abuse
Moderate: Death, Gun violence, and Murder
gardenofroses's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
This is why towards the end I felt terrible anxiety because I knew Adam had just made a super important decision that took a huge part of who he is away which will then lead to a change in the dynamic of the Raven Boys and Blue. This is definitely the catalyst for the change between Adam's friendship with Gansey and Blue.
As for Ronan that last line is definitely going to be prominent in the whole second novel...
Gansey...I want to protect him with all my heart he is the sweetest little bean. I feel oddly attached to him and I think it may be because he reminds me slightly of myself, like his need to research and to learn as well as feeling like he needs to do something with his life to make his second chance worth it. And I just absolutely love his loyalty to his friends even when they don't appreciate him or his efforts.
Noah, well I definitely didn't see his plot twist coming but we definitely need to learn more about him in the next novel as well. I also love his and Blue's friendship dynamic it was too cute. Besties <3
Now...Adam...*sigh* he is definitely a complex character. He is definitely very prideful and has values that are definitely non-negotiable which is why it hurt so much when he gave those up at the end of the book in return for something else. It's scary to think about just how much he really lost and just how different he's going to be. There was no going back from that decision and he definitely lost something big within himself for that. A huge sacrifice.
As for Blue, I don't really feel for her much as a character. Her friendships with the other boys are great but as a character, there wasn't much to unpack. At least not in this first novel. Most of her character centered around the prophecy, how her family was connected to the boys, and the boys themselves. Not too much complexity of thought for her character in comparison to the boys. I hope that changes as the series progresses.
These are my overall thoughts (: 4.5/5 Stars
Graphic: Classism
Moderate: Child abuse and Physical abuse
Minor: Gun violence
mengzhenreads's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Child abuse, Domestic abuse, and Physical abuse
Moderate: Death, Gun violence, and Murder
Minor: Child death and Suicide attempt
nicamooch's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Child abuse, Death, Domestic abuse, Physical abuse, and Murder
Moderate: Gun violence, Kidnapping, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Ableism, Violence, Vomit, and Classism
karina_dreamsinwords's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.5
I still love this story and these characters so much! The atmosphere serves up the perfect vibes to experience during the fall season. There's something so magical and enchanting about Maggie's writing that pulls me in and doesn't let me go until the very last word. Love love love.
First Read (2019): 4.5 stars
This is such a captivating paranormal fantasy that is unlike anything I’ve read. I thoroughly enjoyed my time reading this and can definitely see why this is beloved by so many. I would have liked the conclusion to not be wrapped up so quickly but I am eager to continue on and see what the gang gets into next! Plus Adam is my child and and I want to protect him with everything!!!
Graphic: Child abuse and Domestic abuse
Moderate: Death and Gun violence
jenarae's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Graphic: Body horror, Child abuse, Child death, Death, and Physical abuse
Moderate: Gun violence, Violence, Blood, Kidnapping, Grief, Death of parent, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Alcohol