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gretchface85's review
I read this after getting a rave review from a friend and deciding to make it a book club book. This was a fun read for me! There is more language than I felt necessary and some of the violence is pretty graphic, but the story is so good and interesting. I enjoyed every page of this novel and think the concept is so fun. This will definitely be in my top 5 favorite books of the year. If you enjoy magical realism, consider this a recommendation!
mlbaran's review
The author did too much telling and not enough showing. It didn’t hold my attention and felt like work to read it instead of slipping into the world.
c_rabbit's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
Listened to audiobook and read along in some parts on the ebook. Enjoyed narrator’s voices. Lots of characters and magical books to keep track of. Liked the last half better than first half. Favorite character was Mr Webber.
tinaperoni's review
adventurous
emotional
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I loved this book. Cassie and her relationship with her best friend Izzie, with the older man and Drummond was so interesting to listen and read. I thoroughly enjoyed the plot, with all of its twists and turns. Definitely recommend this book to all my sliding door fans!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence and Death
danadoesbooks's review
adventurous
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
5.0
Thank you William Morrow and NetGalley for the eARC of The Book of Doors! All opinions in this review are my own.
I had a hard time writing this review because while I loved this book, life got in the way and it took me forever to actually read and finish it. I'm glad I was able to finish the last 100ish pages in one chunk thought because you need to pay attention when reading the end! Brown does an excellent job of weaving all the storylines together and writing a satisfying ending to this complex book. Overall, The Book of Doors is filled with adventure and magic to create a complex story that will delight any reader who has dreamed of magical books. I can't believe this was the author's debut and I look forward to reading more from him!
gillyg19's review against another edition
4.5
4.5⭐️ such a great story. The concept was creative. Characters were likable. The less you know the better! Just immerse yourself in the story.
heatherly_21's review
adventurous
dark
hopeful
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
brittanylovesbooks's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
I enjoyed the concept of this book and the endless possibilities the magical books, specifically the book of doors, can create. I was not a fan of the graphic descriptions of violence throughout the book and was not aware of them prior to reading.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gore and Violence
Moderate: Grief
suekrempy's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- 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? It's complicated
5.0
My new favorite book of 2024!
madbridge's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0