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4.01 AVERAGE
4.01 AVERAGE
Around 3.5 stars.
Just like the two preceding books, this was a lot of fun. Everything in these three has been building toward the finally, which releases in a few months. With the first book that wasn't obvious, the second one gave hints, and this one took those and ran. So of the three this one is the only one that doesn't stand entirely well on its own. It has a satisfactory ending and story, but it was all as a buildup for that final installment.
William Ritter is a brilliant writer. If I were rating these books purely on the writing skill, they would all be five stars. He has a beautiful way with words.
The characters are quite fun and we finally learn more about Jackaby and Jenny. So much was opened and explored with these two. Abigail is still somewhat of a mystery, though we know where she came from.
Jackaby is absolutely hilarious and I love that these books can have serious moments but still fit in a good amount of humor.
I will be posting a more thought out review on my blog soon. For now all you need to know is that you should read this story. And you don't have long to wait for the conclusion, so start right now.
Just like the two preceding books, this was a lot of fun. Everything in these three has been building toward the finally, which releases in a few months. With the first book that wasn't obvious, the second one gave hints, and this one took those and ran. So of the three this one is the only one that doesn't stand entirely well on its own. It has a satisfactory ending and story, but it was all as a buildup for that final installment.
William Ritter is a brilliant writer. If I were rating these books purely on the writing skill, they would all be five stars. He has a beautiful way with words.
The characters are quite fun and we finally learn more about Jackaby and Jenny. So much was opened and explored with these two. Abigail is still somewhat of a mystery, though we know where she came from.
Jackaby is absolutely hilarious and I love that these books can have serious moments but still fit in a good amount of humor.
I will be posting a more thought out review on my blog soon. For now all you need to know is that you should read this story. And you don't have long to wait for the conclusion, so start right now.
Wow, this was an amazing book! So much came together, it was just so fantastic! I can't wait for the final book!
This, so far, was the best book in the series. As I previously stated, when you pen a book as "Sherlock meets Doctor Who", it needs to be phenomenal. The series is very cliche and I think that is supposed to be the draw to it. The first two books were entertaining enough but I do not think I would have enjoyed them as much if not for the amazing narration of Nicola Barber.
Ghostly Echoes was a darker plot that the first two. We went deep in the minds of the characters' pasts and found out the back stories of Jackaby and Jenny. Some of it was painful/emotional to see, even in a catchy novel. The book ends on a cliff hanger and it looks like all answers will be revealed in the forth and final book of the series.
I would recommend the series, now, just because I really enjoyed this novel. If you enjoy lighter supernatural and don't mind it mixed up with quirkiness, then this series would be good for you. They are quick reads.
The forth and final book, The Dire King, will be released on August 22, 2017.
Ghostly Echoes was a darker plot that the first two. We went deep in the minds of the characters' pasts and found out the back stories of Jackaby and Jenny. Some of it was painful/emotional to see, even in a catchy novel. The book ends on a cliff hanger and it looks like all answers will be revealed in the forth and final book of the series.
I would recommend the series, now, just because I really enjoyed this novel. If you enjoy lighter supernatural and don't mind it mixed up with quirkiness, then this series would be good for you. They are quick reads.
The forth and final book, The Dire King, will be released on August 22, 2017.
Love this series. Love the characters. Can't wait for the next one.
The Jackaby Series Review (3.75 ★ as a whole)
This is a four book series I picked up on a whim & was pleasantly surprised by. Although I’ve already reviewed the first book, JACKABY, I hope to share my thoughts on the series as a whole.
My Thoughts: As a refresher, this is a detective series that takes place in 1892 New Fiddleham, New England where a young woman, Abigail Rook, has just arrived. She has taken the only job she can find working for the bizarre Sherlock-eque, R. F. Jackaby, a detective (but more appropriately a Seer) with a gift for solving paranomal/fantasic cases.
Each book follows a new “case,” and it isn’t until the end of the second book that you begin to realize the cases are connected. This leads up to the finale — an epic battle of good vs. evil.
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Here's what I thought of each book:
• [JACKABY] — 4 ★ A great introduction to the characters, specifically Abigail’s backstory, while trying to track down the culprit on a string of mysterious murders.
• [BEASTLY BONES] — 3.5 ★ Brings in new characters, while playing to Abigail's strengths of being the daughter of a famous paleontologist — yes, be prepared for dinosaurs... or pre-dinosaurs if you will.
• [GHOSTLY ECHOES] — 3 ★ This book felt the most reaching at times in how Ritter worked to connect the series, but brought in some cool Greek myths as well as a TG supporting character.
• [THE DIRE KING] — 4 ★ Everything becomes clear resulting in a big battle, so natually there is an influx of magical creatures which reminds me why I love fantasical worlds to begin with.
Spot on Shelf? This was the first series I've read completely through in years, and as a whole it was fun & kept my attention.
At times a little overdone/overreaching, but I was okay with that; especially given the sweet/thoughtful moments & Ritter’s strength for drawing on myths from all over the globe.
The ending completely took me by surprise (multiple times) which I wasn't expecting. It wasn’t a gripping series, but it was very hope-filled & presented a world I was quite happy to dwell in.
*Pro-tip: Best read on an e-reader for fast searches when it comes to mythological characters*
This is a four book series I picked up on a whim & was pleasantly surprised by. Although I’ve already reviewed the first book, JACKABY, I hope to share my thoughts on the series as a whole.
My Thoughts: As a refresher, this is a detective series that takes place in 1892 New Fiddleham, New England where a young woman, Abigail Rook, has just arrived. She has taken the only job she can find working for the bizarre Sherlock-eque, R. F. Jackaby, a detective (but more appropriately a Seer) with a gift for solving paranomal/fantasic cases.
Each book follows a new “case,” and it isn’t until the end of the second book that you begin to realize the cases are connected. This leads up to the finale — an epic battle of good vs. evil.
⋒ ⋒ ⋒
Here's what I thought of each book:
• [JACKABY] — 4 ★ A great introduction to the characters, specifically Abigail’s backstory, while trying to track down the culprit on a string of mysterious murders.
• [BEASTLY BONES] — 3.5 ★ Brings in new characters, while playing to Abigail's strengths of being the daughter of a famous paleontologist — yes, be prepared for dinosaurs... or pre-dinosaurs if you will.
• [GHOSTLY ECHOES] — 3 ★ This book felt the most reaching at times in how Ritter worked to connect the series, but brought in some cool Greek myths as well as a TG supporting character.
• [THE DIRE KING] — 4 ★ Everything becomes clear resulting in a big battle, so natually there is an influx of magical creatures which reminds me why I love fantasical worlds to begin with.
Spot on Shelf? This was the first series I've read completely through in years, and as a whole it was fun & kept my attention.
At times a little overdone/overreaching, but I was okay with that; especially given the sweet/thoughtful moments & Ritter’s strength for drawing on myths from all over the globe.
The ending completely took me by surprise (multiple times) which I wasn't expecting. It wasn’t a gripping series, but it was very hope-filled & presented a world I was quite happy to dwell in.
*Pro-tip: Best read on an e-reader for fast searches when it comes to mythological characters*
Something about Jackaby books makes it so easy to suspend disbelief; it’s one of the few series that consistently gives me delightful literary chills as the plot builds. Abigail Rook is admittedly not the most compelling narrator in her own right, but as the Watson to Jackaby’s Holmes (just with more contribution to the progression of the investigation) she’s likable and relatable enough, a great bridge between the reader and the story.
So this was clever and wonderfully paced
This is my favourite underhyped YA series.
I will stand by this!
This is my favourite underhyped YA series.
I will stand by this!