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mystimayhem's review against another edition
3.0
Another cute book about Welsh folklore and magic. I do think I prefer Nimmo's Charlie Bone series but the books in this series are very cute and short. I enjoyed it.
hiking_pages's review against another edition
5.0
There is nothing more magical than reliving an old favourite from your childhood. having picked up an old copy of Emlyn's Moon from a charity shop, I couldn't resist getting lost in the magical Snow Spider trilogy once more.
The trilogy, in my opinion, sets the bar for fantastic writing, magical storytelling and twists and turns that fascinate both young and old readers. I was so pleased that none of its magic had been lost with age, the suspense and mystery behind the main protagonists and the family tragedies that they deal with were just as raw and brave as I remembered.
As always, Jenny Nimmo's magical world comes thoroughly recommended, from the depths of the imagination of an impressionable 10 year old and the intrigue of a 30 year old.
The trilogy, in my opinion, sets the bar for fantastic writing, magical storytelling and twists and turns that fascinate both young and old readers. I was so pleased that none of its magic had been lost with age, the suspense and mystery behind the main protagonists and the family tragedies that they deal with were just as raw and brave as I remembered.
As always, Jenny Nimmo's magical world comes thoroughly recommended, from the depths of the imagination of an impressionable 10 year old and the intrigue of a 30 year old.
nicktomjoe's review against another edition
4.0
Clever in ways I had not expected, this second in the Snow Spider series continues to explore how children deal with family histories and loyalties. This story looks at urban living and hill farming and the interplay between them as friendships change and families confront their pasts.
But of course there is more than this: the enigmatic children from the first book haunt the hills, Gwyn exercises his power with less confidence than we might expect... A subtle little book, and if (again?) the ending feels a bit rushed there is, at least, a real sense of the child protagonists growing and struggling with their place in the world...
But of course there is more than this: the enigmatic children from the first book haunt the hills, Gwyn exercises his power with less confidence than we might expect... A subtle little book, and if (again?) the ending feels a bit rushed there is, at least, a real sense of the child protagonists growing and struggling with their place in the world...
aotora's review against another edition
5.0
I liked this book much better than I liked the first one. The story flows better and I loved the climax much more because I was actually unsure if everyone will make it out alive or not. I also liked Nia a little bit more as a protagonist and I loved that the magic was a little bit more symplistic this time around.
kailey_luminouslibro's review
5.0
This book is utterly enchanting! I liked that instead of being told from Gwyn's POV, as the first book was, this one is told from Nia's perspective. Nia comes from a large family, where she feels inadequate as the middle child. But when she is called upon to reunite a broken family, she has to search deep within herself for the strength and talent that she's always possessed. Nia helps Emlyn search for his lost mother, and with Gwyn's magical help, they encounter adventure and mystery beyond the world they know.
The writing is absolutely delicious! I can feel every word- dazzling and woven about the story, painting a landscape of thought, and drawing me into a magical place. Sometimes I had to stop and reread a sentence just to relish every beautiful word. There is so much genius in this book!
Nia's journey of self-discovery is paralleled perfectly by the mysterious events surrounding Emlyn and his mother. I love how Nia gains confidence bit by bit through the story, and her creativity begins to blossom! She is a delightfully complex character.
I can't wait to read the next book in this trilogy!
The writing is absolutely delicious! I can feel every word- dazzling and woven about the story, painting a landscape of thought, and drawing me into a magical place. Sometimes I had to stop and reread a sentence just to relish every beautiful word. There is so much genius in this book!
Nia's journey of self-discovery is paralleled perfectly by the mysterious events surrounding Emlyn and his mother. I love how Nia gains confidence bit by bit through the story, and her creativity begins to blossom! She is a delightfully complex character.
I can't wait to read the next book in this trilogy!
neurodivengeance's review
4.0
OH MY WELSH FEELS
I liked this more than The Snow Spider - while I related a lot to Gwyn I was ALL ABOUT NIA, she's great. It was nice to see Gwyn and Nain again. The Emlyn's family stuff was a bit weird, tbh I don't like his dad much and I think if art is *that* much of a priority for you you prob shouldn't have kids. Nia's art was uh-may-zing. I hope we get to see her again in the next book, she is a very good egg.
I liked this more than The Snow Spider - while I related a lot to Gwyn I was ALL ABOUT NIA, she's great. It was nice to see Gwyn and Nain again. The Emlyn's family stuff was a bit weird, tbh I don't like his dad much and I think if art is *that* much of a priority for you you prob shouldn't have kids. Nia's art was uh-may-zing. I hope we get to see her again in the next book, she is a very good egg.
savaninaidoo's review
5.0
A nostalgic rating. I don't know what it is about this book but I kept reading it over and over as a kid. It was my comfort book. I lost my copy or I'd still be reading it at least once a year.
watermelleon's review
4.0
Review for the snow spider here
I definitely chose the right time to reread this series. the second book did not disappoint! The series as as a whole is undoubtedly flawed, yet revisiting these characters just felt so much like home to me. this time of year is horrible for me, and its nice to visit something familiar in such a setting as this one which is so different to my own life.
In this book we read from a new perspective which quite honestly I LOVED. In my previous review I mentioned how I remembered being in love with Bethan/Eirlys but now it is clear that Nia was the one I was thinking of. Nia to me is the best character, hands down. I feel like I have always felt this way, but in many ways she is very much like me. she likes to make things, takes things at face value and has such a beautiful sense and understanding of the nature around her. She is an underdog, but learns she has so much more within her than what others give her credit for. Nia is fantastic, and on the whole as a character massively improves the series.
This was just a sweet read for me. it was nice. the timing i think was important to making this so enjoyable for me: the weather is icy, i'm worrying about going to visit my parents in the countryside, i'm dabbling in religious ideas and noticing the nature around me more. all of these concerns and thoughts lately offer me answers within these pages. I just love the escapism of this series, the love for traditional wales and language and the importance of being close to nature seeps through the pages. and the duty of us to continue caring for nature! ugh I could write essays about the pastoral elements in this. but yes. in short it is an easy read, a pastoral escape with a bit of magic thrown in, and some really lovable characters. just what we all need this time of year.
I definitely chose the right time to reread this series. the second book did not disappoint! The series as as a whole is undoubtedly flawed, yet revisiting these characters just felt so much like home to me. this time of year is horrible for me, and its nice to visit something familiar in such a setting as this one which is so different to my own life.
In this book we read from a new perspective which quite honestly I LOVED. In my previous review I mentioned how I remembered being in love with Bethan/Eirlys but now it is clear that Nia was the one I was thinking of. Nia to me is the best character, hands down. I feel like I have always felt this way, but in many ways she is very much like me. she likes to make things, takes things at face value and has such a beautiful sense and understanding of the nature around her. She is an underdog, but learns she has so much more within her than what others give her credit for. Nia is fantastic, and on the whole as a character massively improves the series.
This was just a sweet read for me. it was nice. the timing i think was important to making this so enjoyable for me: the weather is icy, i'm worrying about going to visit my parents in the countryside, i'm dabbling in religious ideas and noticing the nature around me more. all of these concerns and thoughts lately offer me answers within these pages. I just love the escapism of this series, the love for traditional wales and language and the importance of being close to nature seeps through the pages. and the duty of us to continue caring for nature! ugh I could write essays about the pastoral elements in this. but yes. in short it is an easy read, a pastoral escape with a bit of magic thrown in, and some really lovable characters. just what we all need this time of year.
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