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printed_garden's review against another edition
2.0
The reason I didn't like this was due to the fact that I thought it was a total rip off of the Quest of Deltora. I mean, the first book was just a watered down version with different names!
franklin_1105's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.0
archimedesfudge's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
caustic_wonder's review against another edition
2.0
Short. Good for kids learning to read. Story is action driven more than character, but entertaining.
aftanith's review against another edition
2.0
Sepron the Sea Serpent is the second book in Adam Blade's Beast Quest series, and it's much the same as the first in terms of quality. It's not a bad book by any means, but it's particularly fascinating either.
In Sepron the Sea Serpent, Tom and Elenna have just recently freed Ferno the Fire Dragon from Malvel's spell, and next on their list is the titular sea monster. Like Ferno, he has been magically enslaved by the nefarious wizard, and they'll need to unlock the chain around his neck to free him.
Obvious to the point that it needs no spoiler tags, they do so successfully... and without much hassle, really. I suppose it's to be expected that there won't be a long, exciting battle sequence in a book that's only seventy-six pages, but I admit that I found it quick and unexciting. I'm hoping that over the next few books in the series, the plot gets a least a bit more entertaining; as of right now, I can hardly see anyone older than the target audience (RL3) finding the book particularly entertaining.
As said in my Ferno review, this could be a good first fantasy series for young children. As the books are less than one hundred pages each, they're best suited to children beginning to read chapter books or parents reading to their preschoolers.
In Sepron the Sea Serpent, Tom and Elenna have just recently freed Ferno the Fire Dragon from Malvel's spell, and next on their list is the titular sea monster. Like Ferno, he has been magically enslaved by the nefarious wizard, and they'll need to unlock the chain around his neck to free him.
Obvious to the point that it needs no spoiler tags, they do so successfully... and without much hassle, really. I suppose it's to be expected that there won't be a long, exciting battle sequence in a book that's only seventy-six pages, but I admit that I found it quick and unexciting. I'm hoping that over the next few books in the series, the plot gets a least a bit more entertaining; as of right now, I can hardly see anyone older than the target audience (RL3) finding the book particularly entertaining.
As said in my Ferno review, this could be a good first fantasy series for young children. As the books are less than one hundred pages each, they're best suited to children beginning to read chapter books or parents reading to their preschoolers.
kirstycarson1's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
wendigo's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
tense
fast-paced
5.0
shahrun's review against another edition
3.0
I though this was a little better than the first in book in the series (Ferno), but they're just so formulaic and predictable. Not really for me. Little boys would love them though, danger, magic and adventure - with pictures too.
mckenzierichardson's review against another edition
3.0
For more reviews, check out my blog: Craft-CycleI'll admit, one of the main reasons I bought the first four books in this series from the clearance bin was because they reminded me of theDeltora Quest series. Having now finished the second book, they are suspiciously similar to Emily Rodda's books. Not to say that they are a ripoff of the series, but the whole blacksmith's apprentice sets out to save the land, collecting powerful items from each task he completes is surprisingly familiar.Anyway, overall this was a good book. As with the first one, the pace is nice and quick. I can see this being popular with reluctant young readers. A lot happens in a short amount of pages. Overall, well-written despite being less than original. A good, quick read with entertaining adventures and interesting sketches throughout that go along with the story.