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scribbledmetaphors's review
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.75
fantaghiro23's review
4.0
This was a gripping read and another winning Eliza Victoria book. I love stories that bring myths back to life, and Eliza has done this wonderfully in Wounded Little Gods. Beyond the set-up of the mystery and the myths walking around, I was fascinated by the thread of children doing damage and having damage done to them. And I appreciated Eliza's mention of Far From the Tree in the acknowledgements. (I hope this isn't a spoiler. Is it?)
Congratulations again, Eliza! By the way, I can totally see this as a much longer novel. You know, getting the Smaller and Smaller Circles treatment.:)
Congratulations again, Eliza! By the way, I can totally see this as a much longer novel. You know, getting the Smaller and Smaller Circles treatment.:)
nouveau's review
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
savingkaye's review
4.0
The first 10 pages promised me a fun adventure while on a summer vacation but not even a few pages in it made me feel like we made a wrong turn and can't turn back but what the heck let's just go along with it then all of the sudden everything is getting worse and omg i didn't sign up for this and by the time we're on the right path we're just too tired even to be grateful to be alive.
yeah, i enjoyed this very much.
yeah, i enjoyed this very much.
ppphanon's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
I enjoyed the eerie aspects and folk lore. It also nice to see provincial Filipino life. Ending felt rushed tho, they just explained everything almost in one go. I also didn't understand the protag's relationship with her brother. They don't seem that close for most of the book so the emotional ending between them felt flat to me.
literary_hazelnut's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
4.75
nkkalxs's review
4.0
Fabulous writing style and the concepts of the gods and spirits are commendable. At part two, the page just kept turning on itself it was almost unable to put it down!
I always like to read something about my own country's mythology. I understand why the author is successful on writing about something that sets in the Philippines.
I always like to read something about my own country's mythology. I understand why the author is successful on writing about something that sets in the Philippines.
mel2's review
3.0
2.2 Stars. Great gowns, beautiful gowns.
Pros:
Nice concept, great title and cover art. I liked the little illustrations within the book. I liked that she explored (or rather, wanted to explore) the history and Filipino Gods and mythology. I did enjoy the culture and Filipino heritage and representation.
Cons:
The time she had was spent on random descriptions, the plot doesn't move until the end(and then it rushes and you feel confused and the loose ends aren't tied up neatly which leads to a feeling of dissatisfaction), the characters feel very stiff, the relationships are written awfully, there's no reason to root for Luciano/Regina siblinghood other than the author telling you. I wasn't scared or spooked at anytime. The conversations/interactions were not written well.
I like Clara and Regina's friendship and potential future relationship. I mean: !!
"Regina fell asleep again in the haze of the quiet, sweltering afternoon, and once again dreamt that she was running. This time, though, someone was holding her hand".
Also, this is not due to great writing of chemistry, just me seeing the potential. The way they became friends and started to trust each other is almost comical what is this insta-friendship?
Also this book wouldn't exist if Gina just decided to be a normal human being.
To quote Nicki Minaj about this book, "I never found you smart, I never found you entertaining, I never found you funny. I just found you annoying" (and time wasting).
Pros:
Nice concept, great title and cover art. I liked the little illustrations within the book. I liked that she explored (or rather, wanted to explore) the history and Filipino Gods and mythology. I did enjoy the culture and Filipino heritage and representation.
Cons:
The time she had was spent on random descriptions, the plot doesn't move until the end(and then it rushes and you feel confused and the loose ends aren't tied up neatly which leads to a feeling of dissatisfaction), the characters feel very stiff, the relationships are written awfully, there's no reason to root for Luciano/Regina siblinghood other than the author telling you. I wasn't scared or spooked at anytime. The conversations/interactions were not written well.
I like Clara and Regina's friendship and potential future relationship. I mean: !!
"Regina fell asleep again in the haze of the quiet, sweltering afternoon, and once again dreamt that she was running. This time, though, someone was holding her hand".
Also, this is not due to great writing of chemistry, just me seeing the potential. The way they became friends and started to trust each other is almost comical what is this insta-friendship?
Also this book wouldn't exist if Gina just decided to be a normal human being.
To quote Nicki Minaj about this book, "I never found you smart, I never found you entertaining, I never found you funny. I just found you annoying" (and time wasting).
ems_library1's review
3.0
Thank you Tuttle Publishing and Edelweiss for an eARC copy of this book!
3/5 Stars
Wounded Little Gods is such an great story about Philippine mythology! The book was very captivating, I found myself not wanting to put the book down. Right from the first chapter Eliza has you drawn right into the story.
The pacing throughout most of the book was great, it kept you clinging to the story keeping you reading more. Though moving towards the ending, I found it a bit rushed. Solving the mystery element seemed to just happen randomly, and felt quick. If the book was a little longer where the mystery element was drawn out a little longer, it would have held suspense just a bit more. Keeping myself from feeling confused from the abrupt ending. Having the book a little longer would have helped the characters have a little more development as well.
Overall, I really enjoyed this quick read by Eliza Victoria! I highly recommend this book, especially to those who love mythology or modern fantasy books.
3/5 Stars
Wounded Little Gods is such an great story about Philippine mythology! The book was very captivating, I found myself not wanting to put the book down. Right from the first chapter Eliza has you drawn right into the story.
The pacing throughout most of the book was great, it kept you clinging to the story keeping you reading more. Though moving towards the ending, I found it a bit rushed. Solving the mystery element seemed to just happen randomly, and felt quick. If the book was a little longer where the mystery element was drawn out a little longer, it would have held suspense just a bit more. Keeping myself from feeling confused from the abrupt ending. Having the book a little longer would have helped the characters have a little more development as well.
Overall, I really enjoyed this quick read by Eliza Victoria! I highly recommend this book, especially to those who love mythology or modern fantasy books.
softly's review
emotional
mysterious
reflective
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