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erinsbookshelves's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
elixcel's review against another edition
5.0
This book was SO great, I devoured it. Everything is really good: the plot, the characters that I absolutely loved, the writing, the setting and discovering Hmong myths that I knew nothing about. I highly recommend it!
leahbrarian's review against another edition
4.0
Continuing in the popular mythology-adventure vein, young readers looking for more in the genre will enjoy this new entry, and will be pulled into stories and traditions of Hmong culture which many might never have encountered before. Although there are plenty of detours and stumbling blocks along the way and sometimes the story felt a little overstuffed, Lee’s writing carries things along and includes touches of humor (real question: does someone at the imprint write the chapter titles for all the books? They have a particularly unified tone even when the rest of the stories differ), and Pahua, Zhong, and Miv work well as a trio. The themes of loneliness, imagination, and family were strongly portrayed, the final twist was suitably shocking and well-grounded, and readers will be eager to dive back into Pahua’s next adventure. Recommend to those who have enjoyed past Rick Riordan Presents titles as well as The Last Shadow Warrior by Sam Subity.
Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the eARC.
Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for the eARC.
ariel_reads's review against another edition
4.0
Pahua and the Soul Stealer is a super fun middle-grade adventure that is very similar to many of the other Riordan Presents imprint. This quick read entails an amazing world of Hmong inspired fantasy and adventure for our 11 year old protagonist. I loved the spirit cat companion, Miv, and how Pahua grows in her self confidence throughout the story. Readers of other Riordan Presents books will notice similar themes: relatable kid, discovering supernatural connections, quests, prophecies/curses, helpful allies, and lots of twists and turns in the pursuit to save the day. I really love the fantasy premise of this book, and it makes me very excited to read more of Lori M. Lee's books. I'm very excited to buy this book once it's released next week. A big thank you to Disney Publishing Worldwide, Rick Riordan Presents, and Netgalley for a copy of this eArc in exchange for an honest review!
writingrosereads's review against another edition
4.0
Before reading Pahua and the Soul Stealer, I knew very little about Hmong culture and mythology. I'm so glad I read this book because it introduced me to so much I didn't know before, and I really think anyone who enjoys the other Rick Riordan presents stories will love this one, too.
Pahua's character is very interesting, and I loved watching her progression throughout the story. While she's eager (if a little bit apprehensive) to learn everything she can about being a shaman warrior, she never loses sight of her empathy and compassion for others. While a different protagonist might have jumped to fight every time they were met with opposition, Pahua tried to leave violence as a last resort. It was refreshing to see.
I also loved the relationship between Pahua and her brother Matt, along with the tentative bonds that grew between her and Zhong. But of course, we can't forget the loveable cat spirit, Miv. While the plot was certainly compelling and interesting, it was the friendships exhibited that kept me hooked.
I'm so glad I read Pahua and the Soul Stealer. I've yet to read a book from Rick Riordan Presents that I haven't enjoyed at least a little, and this book is no exception!
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with a digital ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.
Pahua's character is very interesting, and I loved watching her progression throughout the story. While she's eager (if a little bit apprehensive) to learn everything she can about being a shaman warrior, she never loses sight of her empathy and compassion for others. While a different protagonist might have jumped to fight every time they were met with opposition, Pahua tried to leave violence as a last resort. It was refreshing to see.
I also loved the relationship between Pahua and her brother Matt, along with the tentative bonds that grew between her and Zhong. But of course, we can't forget the loveable cat spirit, Miv. While the plot was certainly compelling and interesting, it was the friendships exhibited that kept me hooked.
I'm so glad I read Pahua and the Soul Stealer. I've yet to read a book from Rick Riordan Presents that I haven't enjoyed at least a little, and this book is no exception!
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with a digital ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.
writingrose's review against another edition
4.0
Before reading Pahua and the Soul Stealer, I knew very little about Hmong culture and mythology. I'm so glad I read this book because it introduced me to so much I didn't know before, and I really think anyone who enjoys the other Rick Riordan presents stories will love this one, too.
Pahua's character is very interesting, and I loved watching her progression throughout the story. While she's eager (if a little bit apprehensive) to learn everything she can about being a shaman warrior, she never loses sight of her empathy and compassion for others. While a different protagonist might have jumped to fight every time they were met with opposition, Pahua tried to leave violence as a last resort. It was refreshing to see.
I also loved the relationship between Pahua and her brother Matt, along with the tentative bonds that grew between her and Zhong. But of course, we can't forget the loveable cat spirit, Miv. While the plot was certainly compelling and interesting, it was the friendships exhibited that kept me hooked.
I'm so glad I read Pahua and the Soul Stealer. I've yet to read a book from Rick Riordan Presents that I haven't enjoyed at least a little, and this book is no exception!
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with a digital ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.
Pahua's character is very interesting, and I loved watching her progression throughout the story. While she's eager (if a little bit apprehensive) to learn everything she can about being a shaman warrior, she never loses sight of her empathy and compassion for others. While a different protagonist might have jumped to fight every time they were met with opposition, Pahua tried to leave violence as a last resort. It was refreshing to see.
I also loved the relationship between Pahua and her brother Matt, along with the tentative bonds that grew between her and Zhong. But of course, we can't forget the loveable cat spirit, Miv. While the plot was certainly compelling and interesting, it was the friendships exhibited that kept me hooked.
I'm so glad I read Pahua and the Soul Stealer. I've yet to read a book from Rick Riordan Presents that I haven't enjoyed at least a little, and this book is no exception!
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with a digital ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.
sophs_37's review against another edition
5.0
I absolutely adored “Pahua and the Soul Stealer”. The relationships and writing in this novel was
so astoundingly good that I was hooked from the first sentence. I love how the Hmong culture was represented in this book. I came in not knowing much so I did a little research and it is so interesting. It took me a little time to warm up to some of the characters but overall was great. I found Pahua very relatable with not really fitting in so she was one of my favorite characters. I would recommend this book to anyone with a love for mythology.
so astoundingly good that I was hooked from the first sentence. I love how the Hmong culture was represented in this book. I came in not knowing much so I did a little research and it is so interesting. It took me a little time to warm up to some of the characters but overall was great. I found Pahua very relatable with not really fitting in so she was one of my favorite characters. I would recommend this book to anyone with a love for mythology.
alyssaarch's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
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? Yes
4.0
quirkylitlover's review against another edition
5.0
Thank you to NetGalley, Rick Riordan Presents, and Disney Audiobooks for the opportunity to review and Advanced Reader Copy of this title.
Shaman warriors, spirits, demons, dragons, and mythological creatures...Pahua and the Soul Stealer by Lori M. Lee has all of these things and much more!
This book is about a Hmong girl named Pahua who has always been a bit of an outcast. She is able to see and talk to spirits that nobody else knows is there. Even her younger brother has started feeling like Pahua is too old to "pretend" in this way. One day Pahua encounters a lonely bridge spirit and feeling sorry for the spirit, she accidentally untethers it from its' bridge. Her younger brother encounters the bridge spirit and then becomes gravely ill. Pahua fears that it is all her fault, so she sets off on a journey to save her brother. Along the way she meets a shaman warrior-in-training and begins to realize the extent of her own powers. The two encounter many obstacles on their journey, but they learn to work together to overcome whatever they may face.
The author and the narrator both do an excellent job of portraying the personalities of the different characters. At times, they are a bit humorous with their sarcastic and witty comments. Conversely, readers are also given insight into how guilty Pahua feels about her brother being ill and how important it is for her to come up with a solution.
I would recommend Pahua and the Soul Stealer to readers that have previously enjoyed the Percy Jackson series or other titles published by Rick Riordan presents. This is a great book for fans of mythology and readers that enjoy action and adventure.
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Shaman warriors, spirits, demons, dragons, and mythological creatures...Pahua and the Soul Stealer by Lori M. Lee has all of these things and much more!
This book is about a Hmong girl named Pahua who has always been a bit of an outcast. She is able to see and talk to spirits that nobody else knows is there. Even her younger brother has started feeling like Pahua is too old to "pretend" in this way. One day Pahua encounters a lonely bridge spirit and feeling sorry for the spirit, she accidentally untethers it from its' bridge. Her younger brother encounters the bridge spirit and then becomes gravely ill. Pahua fears that it is all her fault, so she sets off on a journey to save her brother. Along the way she meets a shaman warrior-in-training and begins to realize the extent of her own powers. The two encounter many obstacles on their journey, but they learn to work together to overcome whatever they may face.
The author and the narrator both do an excellent job of portraying the personalities of the different characters. At times, they are a bit humorous with their sarcastic and witty comments. Conversely, readers are also given insight into how guilty Pahua feels about her brother being ill and how important it is for her to come up with a solution.
I would recommend Pahua and the Soul Stealer to readers that have previously enjoyed the Percy Jackson series or other titles published by Rick Riordan presents. This is a great book for fans of mythology and readers that enjoy action and adventure.
#NetGalley #PahuaandtheSoulStealer #middlegradereads #bookreviews
mattisonsbooknook's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
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
4.0