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alexalovesbooks's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
I certainly suspected I would enjoy THE SPIRIT GLASS given who it’s written by (I adore Roshani Chokshi and admire her way with words), the fact that it’s under the RRP imprint (I’m an Uncle Rick fan) and it incorporates Filipino lore… and I’m happy to report this book was really good!
I loved getting to know Corazon; it was a real treat to tag along with her and her anito Saso (who I adore) as they embark on a very important quest. It was fun to see all the whimsical touches and language flourishes as the adventure unfolds, and the themes running through this were also right up my alley (so much so that I got emotional by the end). It was such a great reading experience and I’d highly recommend checking it out!
I loved getting to know Corazon; it was a real treat to tag along with her and her anito Saso (who I adore) as they embark on a very important quest. It was fun to see all the whimsical touches and language flourishes as the adventure unfolds, and the themes running through this were also right up my alley (so much so that I got emotional by the end). It was such a great reading experience and I’d highly recommend checking it out!
sarahdittmore's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
waywordxwitch's review against another edition
5.0
~ ARC provided by NetGalley in exchange for my honest opinion ~
At this book in the game we all know my love for Rosh's books. This was no exception. Totally loved it - Corazon was a great character and we all know how I feel about a good anito (familiar); and let me tell you Saso is a character!! This was such a great story - definitely helpful in dealing with loss. I love a good book exploring other cultures. If you were a fan of Aru and the potatoes you will definitely be a fan of Corazon, Leo and Saso.
At this book in the game we all know my love for Rosh's books. This was no exception. Totally loved it - Corazon was a great character and we all know how I feel about a good anito (familiar); and let me tell you Saso is a character!! This was such a great story - definitely helpful in dealing with loss. I love a good book exploring other cultures. If you were a fan of Aru and the potatoes you will definitely be a fan of Corazon, Leo and Saso.
sjayanti's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
informative
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child death
akacya's review against another edition
5.0
2023 reads: 370/350
corazon is impatiently awaiting the day she can start training as a babaylan with her aunt tina. she plans to bring her parents back from the dead as soon as this happens. as of right now, though, she’s able to see them using a soul key. when this is taken, she embarks on quest to lay the ghost thief to rest and awaken her magic.
roshani chokshi is one of my favorite authors, so i was really eager to read this book touching on both magic and grief. this book is inspired by filipino mythology, which i honestly don’t know much about, but this made me definitely want to learn more. there was a magic house (which reminded me of one of my favorite movies, encanto🥹), magic creatures, and ghosts around every corner. the discussions of corazon’s and her aunt’s grief pulled at my heartstrings and really made me tear up.
corazon is impatiently awaiting the day she can start training as a babaylan with her aunt tina. she plans to bring her parents back from the dead as soon as this happens. as of right now, though, she’s able to see them using a soul key. when this is taken, she embarks on quest to lay the ghost thief to rest and awaken her magic.
roshani chokshi is one of my favorite authors, so i was really eager to read this book touching on both magic and grief. this book is inspired by filipino mythology, which i honestly don’t know much about, but this made me definitely want to learn more. there was a magic house (which reminded me of one of my favorite movies, encanto🥹), magic creatures, and ghosts around every corner. the discussions of corazon’s and her aunt’s grief pulled at my heartstrings and really made me tear up.
porshuhhhh's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
littlespacekitty's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I really liked this book - it wasn't one of the best of the Rick Riordan books, to be honest, though.
I really enjoyed the Aru Shah series, and I think I had my expectations too high :(
Well, the plot twist at the end was WILD.
I loved it :D
I really enjoyed the Aru Shah series, and I think I had my expectations too high :(
Well, the plot twist at the end was WILD.
I loved it :D
apierlessbridge's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death, Death of parent, Fire/Fire injury, Grief, and Death
Minor: Car accident