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alden_sik's review against another edition
3.0
Read the prequels before Blood of Elves. Although this is a good book, the prequels are more exciting and get you more invested in the series.
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I really appreciated how he depicted the beginning of Yennefer and Ciri's relationship. At the beginning of the series, Geralt and Yennefer already have an established and separated relationship, and she can be bitter with him which contrasts with how devoted he is to her. This book was great at showing that although she is a harsh individual, she really is a good person and teaches Ciri well without coddling her.choimaximalistjae's review against another edition
3.0
me: :(
me after rience or dandelion appear: :D
me after rience or dandelion appear: :D
fireheart80's review against another edition
3.0
I kept waiting for something to happen. It wasn't horrible just never really went anywhere.
raoulalexander's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
strawberrymilky's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
alanp's review against another edition
4.0
First book from the main Witcher Series - I'd been looking forward to getting my teeth into the actual storyline, and this first book was a great start.
Was great discovering more about the world, the politics, the plots, and the characters, and some of the action was pretty slick.
The story did feel like it had strange pacing, though. It almost felt like another short story collection, with the way the characters lurch forward in time and setting, with each chapter feeling somewhat self-contained but the book itself not really building to a climax and resolution, and there were some quite slow sequences.
But, I still enjoyed it the whole way through and will be moving onto the second entry in the not-too-distant future.
I imagine a reader brand new to Geralt and the Witcher might struggle with the pacing, but as a fan, I liked it a lot.
Was great discovering more about the world, the politics, the plots, and the characters, and some of the action was pretty slick.
The story did feel like it had strange pacing, though. It almost felt like another short story collection, with the way the characters lurch forward in time and setting, with each chapter feeling somewhat self-contained but the book itself not really building to a climax and resolution, and there were some quite slow sequences.
But, I still enjoyed it the whole way through and will be moving onto the second entry in the not-too-distant future.
I imagine a reader brand new to Geralt and the Witcher might struggle with the pacing, but as a fan, I liked it a lot.
kkogane's review against another edition
4.0
Geralt of Rivia, is entrusted to protect Ciri,a young girl whose extraordinary powers could alter the fate of their world.
Pros
Chapter Structure
The entire book consists of seven chapters, but each is roughly 40 pages. Sapkowski’s format is consistent, chapters are not based on one character’s POV, but multiple characters. Chapters individually focus on certain events and only characters who are related to these occurrences appear in the chapter.
Plot
The story itself is simplistic, but dynamic. The actions of characters cause chain reactions among others . There isn't any forced story progression, everything proceeds at a steady pace.
Characters
A strong factor in the Witcher franchise are the characters. Geralt isn't the typical fantasy hero, he’s cynical and morally indifferent. Ciri is innocent yet defiant. Every character has their own loyalties or agendas to fulfill, and each is interesting in their own way.
Cons
Lack of Character Development
Although,the cast of the Witcher is entertaining most major characters are static. They are flexible, but unchanging. Ciri is the only character to undergo any type of noticeable change- probably because she’s a child and remains impressionable. The state of their world could be the reason for this, but it isn't a groundbreaking flaw.
Overall, I loved this book. The world of The Witcher is immerse and engaging. I will definitely re-read the Last Wish and continue the series.
josip_'s review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
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? Yes
4.75