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3.95 AVERAGE
3.95 AVERAGE
More fun than TLTWATW but without much of a point. I probably would've liked it a lot as a kid.
So far, I would say this book feels the least essential to the Narnian chronicle. It's more like a collection of short stories that fills out what's possible in this fantastic world. We get some nice little bits of wonder and fun. It's all quite Odyssey like in that sense.
They go to some location, encounter a minor problem or mystery, and then solve it. Along the way, we get some humor and fun or maybe even a bit of a fright, and everyone comes out a bit better for the experience.
They go to some location, encounter a minor problem or mystery, and then solve it. Along the way, we get some humor and fun or maybe even a bit of a fright, and everyone comes out a bit better for the experience.
adventurous
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
N/A
Strong character development:
N/A
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
N/A
An absolute joy to read—it quickly became one of my favorite Narnia adventures. There’s something magical about setting sail into the unknown, and this book captures that sense of wonder and discovery so beautifully. Every stop along their journey felt like a new, unexpected adventure, and I loved how each island brought its own challenge or lesson.
What really stood out to me was how much the characters grew throughout the story. Lucy’s kindness and faith shone as always, but Edmund’s wisdom and steadiness were such a great contrast to the impulsive little boy he used to be. And Eustace! His transformation—literally and spiritually—was one of the most powerful parts of the book. It reminded me of how grace can change us in ways we can’t even imagine, especially when we’re willing to let go of our pride.
And then there’s Reepicheep. He’s probably one of my favorite characters in all of Narnia now. His courage, his loyalty, and his unshakable hope to find Aslan’s Country were so inspiring. The ending, when they reach the edge of the world, was breathtaking. I could almost feel the pull toward that final horizon, and it left me reflecting on how we’re all journeying toward something greater.
This book felt different from the others—it’s less about battles and kingdoms and more about the inner battles we face and the growth that comes from them. The writing had this dreamlike quality, and the themes of hope, redemption, and longing for something eternal really stayed with me.
I loved The Voyage of the Dawn Treader for its sense of adventure, its depth, and the way it left me thinking about my own “voyage.” It’s a story I know I’ll come back to again and again.
What really stood out to me was how much the characters grew throughout the story. Lucy’s kindness and faith shone as always, but Edmund’s wisdom and steadiness were such a great contrast to the impulsive little boy he used to be. And Eustace! His transformation—literally and spiritually—was one of the most powerful parts of the book. It reminded me of how grace can change us in ways we can’t even imagine, especially when we’re willing to let go of our pride.
And then there’s Reepicheep. He’s probably one of my favorite characters in all of Narnia now. His courage, his loyalty, and his unshakable hope to find Aslan’s Country were so inspiring. The ending, when they reach the edge of the world, was breathtaking. I could almost feel the pull toward that final horizon, and it left me reflecting on how we’re all journeying toward something greater.
This book felt different from the others—it’s less about battles and kingdoms and more about the inner battles we face and the growth that comes from them. The writing had this dreamlike quality, and the themes of hope, redemption, and longing for something eternal really stayed with me.
I loved The Voyage of the Dawn Treader for its sense of adventure, its depth, and the way it left me thinking about my own “voyage.” It’s a story I know I’ll come back to again and again.
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- I had it as a goal to try to read all the books in the series Chronicles of Narnia. I'm here to say, I'm putting that goal aside.
The rest of the books (well number 2 and 3..) are so different from that perfect first book where we are introduced to the world of Narnia and the famous closet. I found I am not interested in King Caspian.
I'm not interested in these adventures and the problems our main characters are facing.
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- I had it as a goal to try to read all the books in the series Chronicles of Narnia. I'm here to say, I'm putting that goal aside.
The rest of the books (well number 2 and 3..) are so different from that perfect first book where we are introduced to the world of Narnia and the famous closet. I found I am not interested in King Caspian.
I'm not interested in these adventures and the problems our main characters are facing.
I don't want to rip this book apart. It feels weird giving anything C.S. Lewis written less than 5 stars. -
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So this was a really delightful book. Fascinating in that it has no real overarching villain in it. This doesn't make it boring though. It's a swift read but it reaches some supremely surreal heights toward the end of the novel and Lewis' narration is cheeky and fun as ever, going so far as to straight up say he's talking to Lucy and Edmund. There's a lingering melancholy as the novels continue, as the children are unable to enter Narnia again. There's a beauty but this story is more melancholic than the rest of them so far. Caspain is developed and given more time in a twist and we're greeted with Eustace who's arc is pretty stellar but we will see where he goes should be appear in more books, remains to be seen. It's the most surreal of the novels and there's some imagery here that's incredible such as the Star people, or the sweet water, or the island of Deathwater. It becomes staggering in the island hopping, making one wonder just how much more there is in the waters past Narnia. It's like a dream, but one that you know has to end. In that it's a bit sorrowful, even though there's 4 more books left to read. But it's beautiful growing along with the children and seeing just how far they've come and just how far Narnia is coming along. It's even better than the two before it but it's hard to say if it will be my favorite too. We shall see.
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
I’m tempted to say that this is my favorite. However, I might say that about any of the books after I finished reading them. The high adventure of this book combined with the beautiful imagery of Aslan as a lamb always makes for a good read through! The character development in the story for Eustace is top notch.
adventurous
hopeful
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
adventurous
lighthearted
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:
No