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violetadia's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
5.0
emstepp_'s review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
tense
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? It's complicated
4.5
The first half felt slow but the end was incredible. The last 5 pages had my jaw on the floor.
susannepedersen's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
informative
mysterious
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? It's complicated
3.0
book_bound's review against another edition
5.0
Ok, finally this book series is pulling me in. In fact, it's pulling me in so quickly that I want all the books and know the storyline this very instance.
In retrospect, the first book was almost like a prelude to the actual story, the actual meat. It set up all the characters and their traits/ambitions, the relationships between characters, the underlying threat of evil, and foreshadowing of events. It was an unusual introduction to a series that no longer has anything to do with a competition for the King's Champion. However, I believe in many ways the first installment was an essential piece.
That being said, this book truly launched the readers into what we will continuously see and follow throughout the rest of the story. Decisions were made and choices were set into motion. After this book, I care more about the well-being of Maas' characters. I am more intrigued with their future: something that the first book failed to do.
My favorite perspective, out of all the characters, is the King of Adarlan. I understand that he's no Caleana, but I find it interesting to be exposed to his point-of-view. In some instances, he seems almost human, even if the story alluded and described his ulterior motives for the realm. I'm dying to understand the evil within him and his thought process about conquering the whole kingdom. Aren't you also curious?
Also, the readers finally saw what Caleana is capable of. Throne of Glass muffled that a bit, but now we all have an idea and I suspect it will not end there. I predict that she will continuously grow.
I enjoyed that Maas did not let the love triangle trope control her story and characters. I will say this though, my one complaint, it seemed like there were numerous scenes (in a non-Caleana perspective) where Chaol or Dorian just "happens" to see something. It seemed too coincidental for me, almost like a soap opera where everything is revealed by snooping around or following someone else at a precise, unlikely time.
Yet, this is me nit-picking. Here I come Heir of Fire!
In retrospect, the first book was almost like a prelude to the actual story, the actual meat. It set up all the characters and their traits/ambitions, the relationships between characters, the underlying threat of evil, and foreshadowing of events. It was an unusual introduction to a series that no longer has anything to do with a competition for the King's Champion. However, I believe in many ways the first installment was an essential piece.
That being said, this book truly launched the readers into what we will continuously see and follow throughout the rest of the story. Decisions were made and choices were set into motion. After this book, I care more about the well-being of Maas' characters. I am more intrigued with their future: something that the first book failed to do.
My favorite perspective, out of all the characters, is the King of Adarlan. I understand that he's no Caleana, but I find it interesting to be exposed to his point-of-view. In some instances, he seems almost human, even if the story alluded and described his ulterior motives for the realm. I'm dying to understand the evil within him and his thought process about conquering the whole kingdom. Aren't you also curious?
Also, the readers finally saw what Caleana is capable of. Throne of Glass muffled that a bit, but now we all have an idea and I suspect it will not end there. I predict that she will continuously grow.
I enjoyed that Maas did not let the love triangle trope control her story and characters. I will say this though, my one complaint, it seemed like there were numerous scenes (in a non-Caleana perspective) where Chaol or Dorian just "happens" to see something. It seemed too coincidental for me, almost like a soap opera where everything is revealed by snooping around or following someone else at a precise, unlikely time.
Yet, this is me nit-picking. Here I come Heir of Fire!
chlofairyx's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-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? Yes
4.0
jolinep's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
savance2021's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
5.0
h3ll3's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
4.5
!!SPOILER!!
Holy shieeeet
Okok ich sehe warum der hype erst ab dem zweiten band zunimmt
Also dass der könig irgendwas magisches bezieht war irgendwie klar, aber dass dorian dann sone mega crazy macht hat und celaena eine fae ist UND die verschollene prinzessin von terassen waren auf jeden fall zwei surprises
Dass Nehemia gekillt wird kam für mich auch unnormal unerwartet und ich hatte fast damit gerechnet, dass sie irgendwie zurückgeholt wird.
Tatsächlich fand ich den Teil deutlich besser als den ersten und ich habe es wirklich sehr enjoyed den zu lesen. Die ganzen parts in der stadt und high society fand ich besonders nice, alles in den katakomben und bei dieser hexe habe ich gehasst. Allgemein ist es manchmal etwas verwirrend, wer jetzt was weiß und wer irgendwem etwas vorenthält usw, deswegen musste ich viele stellen nochmal hören oder lesen. Aber ich ahne in welche richtung sich das entwickelt und mag celaena als hauptfigur auch sehr.
Ich bin sehr gespannt wies weitergeht, würde mir nur wünschen die drei würden einfach mal miteinander reden und sich ihre wilden geheimnisse anvertrauen
Holy shieeeet
Okok ich sehe warum der hype erst ab dem zweiten band zunimmt
Also dass der könig irgendwas magisches bezieht war irgendwie klar, aber dass dorian dann sone mega crazy macht hat und celaena eine fae ist UND die verschollene prinzessin von terassen waren auf jeden fall zwei surprises
Dass Nehemia gekillt wird kam für mich auch unnormal unerwartet und ich hatte fast damit gerechnet, dass sie irgendwie zurückgeholt wird.
Tatsächlich fand ich den Teil deutlich besser als den ersten und ich habe es wirklich sehr enjoyed den zu lesen. Die ganzen parts in der stadt und high society fand ich besonders nice, alles in den katakomben und bei dieser hexe habe ich gehasst. Allgemein ist es manchmal etwas verwirrend, wer jetzt was weiß und wer irgendwem etwas vorenthält usw, deswegen musste ich viele stellen nochmal hören oder lesen. Aber ich ahne in welche richtung sich das entwickelt und mag celaena als hauptfigur auch sehr.
Ich bin sehr gespannt wies weitergeht, würde mir nur wünschen die drei würden einfach mal miteinander reden und sich ihre wilden geheimnisse anvertrauen
sophes282's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
sad
medium-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? N/A
3.75