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aes_archives's review against another edition
5.0
head full of thoughts........ this book will haunt me for the rest of my life i fear
scythefranz's review
4.0
Wounded Little Gods grabbed me and took me by surprise to a frightening and fascinating world of medical experiments, history and Philippine mythology. I hadn't expected this. But it was a great combination, I'm in awe while devouring and getting it all in my system. And after reading this book, it's still bothering and reminding me of its horrors and all those terrifying shits it had offered.
If I'm being honest, I still can't wrap up my head with the intensity of the plot of this little book. Or should I say how intensely silent the plot was. Which is ironically deafening, like there are voices whispering god-knows-what in my ears. I'm still in the process of making conclusions of what I've just read which is actually a good thing since I can't get it out of my head. I'm thinking of rereading this book sooner to solidify my mushy thoughts about it.
WLG is scary read in a sense that the atmosphere it builds is familiar and unfamiliar at the same time. Add to that the cunning mystery enveloping this whole book that made its pages more intriguing and exciting to turn. Also add to that the right pacing and flow of the story which leads to a heart-stopping and mind-boggling revelation. I couldn't push myself to stop and ponder because it is just so addicting.
My only problem with this book is my emotional attachment with the characters, especially Regina (the main character). No, they aren't dull characters. No, they aren't one-dimensional. They just don't invoke the emotions in me. Maybe, it's the plot or maybe it was the writing. Though the writing was excellent and compelling, it wasn't emotionally wired.
Wounded Little Gods, without exaggeration, is a well-written novel that seamlessly mixes and blends reality and fantasy (mythology) like it's a natural thing and reminds us of the horrors and miracles of life.
If I'm being honest, I still can't wrap up my head with the intensity of the plot of this little book. Or should I say how intensely silent the plot was. Which is ironically deafening, like there are voices whispering god-knows-what in my ears. I'm still in the process of making conclusions of what I've just read which is actually a good thing since I can't get it out of my head. I'm thinking of rereading this book sooner to solidify my mushy thoughts about it.
WLG is scary read in a sense that the atmosphere it builds is familiar and unfamiliar at the same time. Add to that the cunning mystery enveloping this whole book that made its pages more intriguing and exciting to turn. Also add to that the right pacing and flow of the story which leads to a heart-stopping and mind-boggling revelation. I couldn't push myself to stop and ponder because it is just so addicting.
My only problem with this book is my emotional attachment with the characters, especially Regina (the main character). No, they aren't dull characters. No, they aren't one-dimensional. They just don't invoke the emotions in me. Maybe, it's the plot or maybe it was the writing. Though the writing was excellent and compelling, it wasn't emotionally wired.
Wounded Little Gods, without exaggeration, is a well-written novel that seamlessly mixes and blends reality and fantasy (mythology) like it's a natural thing and reminds us of the horrors and miracles of life.
thequeenreads's review
4.0
Eliza Victoria never cease to amaze me. Her writing skills are great and I can't seem to get bored by it. She capture her reader's interest and holds on to it until the end. This book made me think and wonder what the hell is happening and when it was time to unfold the mysteries, I was amazed. Kudos to Eliza!
readivine's review
4.0
Eliza Victoria does it again!!! I was truly caught off guard with the last chapter and I utterly loved it. Wounded Little Gods is such a fitting title and for now, all I can say is that this once again a well written piece from Eliza Victoria. I'll definitely be reading some of her books sooner! FULL RTC.
maiborromeo's review
4.0
I didn't know the author of this book nor her writing style. I was drawn to it because of the title and its book cover. But the story was intriguing. With the way she writes, one can imagine how darkness and mystery feel and look like. This is the first book that literally gave me goosebumps, though it's not scary or the macabre type but it will give you a surreal and melancholy feels.
paingwen123's review against another edition
3.0
I think this could be better classified as a novela rather than a novel because of its length, it's pacing was relatively weird and at the start the book showed a lot of promise and I enjoyed the way it was written but really after the first chapter I became rather disappointed.
allymikreads's review
adventurous
dark
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
craftysilicate's review
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
3.5
sky_reaper's review
I'm still of two minds on how to go with my review of this book. I can't pinpoint if it's just me way out of it when I read the latter part where the history of Regina's brother, Emil, Loretta, Florina, and Doreen, together with Clara, are being revealed or the fallout happens when in the end I realized that's just it and I want more to make sense of it.
Anyway for the good points:
a. I like the increasing suspense of the story. It drives me in together with the mystery of resolving about the sudden disappearance of Diana or Doreen, the past of Heridos, the Center in the middle of nowhere, the secret of his brother alongside others, and Regina's involvement in all of this;
b. Some history tidbits (yes, the Institute's past being in the Marcos era hahaha and the origin of the name of Heridos);
c. Injection of Philippine Mythology. I honestly don't know much of its specifics in regards to the names of gods and goddesses since every culture in the islands of our country has its own names for each deity, but still, good intro; and
d. I like the easy-flowing writing. The wielding of words to craft a sentence or two by the author is good for me. It's not heavy so I think anyone could easily read this.
Well, my other thoughts about it:
Everything went haywire until the last part. It has a good promise though. I'm thinking if it's created that way to relieve those little spirits (i.e. Florina and Doreen) of their guilt about the death of Dumangan.
Now, my questions on the confusing parts: did they just include Regina in the picture just to confess their sin that they couldn't admit? Why it has to be her? Is it because he's related to Luciano? I thought she'll play an unequivocal role but, I don't know. It's tasted bland as it didn't get through me.
What about Amihan and Mapulon? Why did they have to be included in the picture? Is it just to mourn and hold a funeral later on in Dumangan's death? Why they have to be in the story in the first place? I thought they'd play a moving role as in here, but it seems like they were just there for props.
I'd like to be enlightened if ever I really do miss something in this book.
Anyway for the good points:
a. I like the increasing suspense of the story. It drives me in together with the mystery of resolving about the sudden disappearance of Diana or Doreen, the past of Heridos, the Center in the middle of nowhere, the secret of his brother alongside others, and Regina's involvement in all of this;
b. Some history tidbits (yes, the Institute's past being in the Marcos era hahaha and the origin of the name of Heridos);
c. Injection of Philippine Mythology. I honestly don't know much of its specifics in regards to the names of gods and goddesses since every culture in the islands of our country has its own names for each deity, but still, good intro; and
d. I like the easy-flowing writing. The wielding of words to craft a sentence or two by the author is good for me. It's not heavy so I think anyone could easily read this.
Well, my other thoughts about it:
Everything went haywire until the last part. It has a good promise though. I'm thinking if it's created that way to relieve those little spirits (i.e. Florina and Doreen) of their guilt about the death of Dumangan.
Now, my questions on the confusing parts: did they just include Regina in the picture just to confess their sin that they couldn't admit? Why it has to be her? Is it because he's related to Luciano? I thought she'll play an unequivocal role but, I don't know. It's tasted bland as it didn't get through me.
What about Amihan and Mapulon? Why did they have to be included in the picture? Is it just to mourn and hold a funeral later on in Dumangan's death? Why they have to be in the story in the first place? I thought they'd play a moving role as in here, but it seems like they were just there for props.
I'd like to be enlightened if ever I really do miss something in this book.
introspectiv's review
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
3.25