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scrappyreadermum's review against another edition
4.0
No so sure whether is this a three or four stars. There was a lot that I felt repeated (whenever elspeth had deep thoughts.) also, I don’t feel like much actually happened.
But the writing has a way of dragging me in and I love the characters. Im sad about her and rushton having to part ways. I hope the future changes 😕
I just want to know what this all leads to. This series has been around for so long and I started the first book in year 9 or 10. I’ll keep it at four. The last book is a little daunting so I’m going to start that next year
But the writing has a way of dragging me in and I love the characters. Im sad about her and rushton having to part ways. I hope the future changes 😕
I just want to know what this all leads to. This series has been around for so long and I started the first book in year 9 or 10. I’ll keep it at four. The last book is a little daunting so I’m going to start that next year
wordmouse's review against another edition
4.0
Firstly, I have to admit to a certain bias when it comes to this series. I have been actively waiting for this book for any number of years, and I was somewhat relieved about this not being the last one. While it means that I don't get to see how it ends yet, it also means that there's more to come for me to enjoy.
The Sending was a good next chapter to the Obernewtyn series; the plot is moving along and we got to see a few old friends along the way. Finally we have a few answers about questions that have been raised from the very beginning about Elspeth's quest and how some of the clues she has spent years collecting fit together.
I alternated between devouring chapters at a time, and lingering over every paragraph as I remembered what about this series had made such a big impression on me years ago.
I have to say I hope the next one comes out soon. Although if it takes a few extra years, the series will last that much longer.
The Sending was a good next chapter to the Obernewtyn series; the plot is moving along and we got to see a few old friends along the way. Finally we have a few answers about questions that have been raised from the very beginning about Elspeth's quest and how some of the clues she has spent years collecting fit together.
I alternated between devouring chapters at a time, and lingering over every paragraph as I remembered what about this series had made such a big impression on me years ago.
I have to say I hope the next one comes out soon. Although if it takes a few extra years, the series will last that much longer.
ashybear02's review against another edition
3.0
3.5 stars. Although it has been a long time since I read the rest of the books and it was handy for me to have the first half of this one recapping events, I found it slightly boring.
It wasn't until the journey started where I found myself intriguied and wondering what was going to happen next. A great ending to book six and it leaves us with many burning questions with book seven. I can't wait!
It wasn't until the journey started where I found myself intriguied and wondering what was going to happen next. A great ending to book six and it leaves us with many burning questions with book seven. I can't wait!
mornirdragon's review against another edition
4.0
This series is one of my favorites. I started reading it when i was 11 years old.
If your worried that you need to reread the previous books to catch up don't worry because the start of the book will get you back up to speed.
I do feel this book could have been shortened as a lot of the book is traveling, traveling, traveling with not much else. I understand that she is trying to give us a peek into what a vast adventure it is to cross the mountains and the blacklands but i felt she could of made the same impact with fewer words.
My favorite parts have become the flash backs to before the holocaust. My least favourite being Elspeth wondering over and over the about the same parts of her quest and the clues that will guide her through it. Again i feel we could have got the same impact with fewer words.
Although my argument that this book could have the same impact with a shorter length this was still a fast and easy read for me. Isobelle Carmody's writing is still wonderful, as are the fully fleshed characters. Can't wait for the finale!
If your worried that you need to reread the previous books to catch up don't worry because the start of the book will get you back up to speed.
I do feel this book could have been shortened as a lot of the book is traveling, traveling, traveling with not much else. I understand that she is trying to give us a peek into what a vast adventure it is to cross the mountains and the blacklands but i felt she could of made the same impact with fewer words.
My favorite parts have become the flash backs to before the holocaust. My least favourite being Elspeth wondering over and over the about the same parts of her quest and the clues that will guide her through it. Again i feel we could have got the same impact with fewer words.
Although my argument that this book could have the same impact with a shorter length this was still a fast and easy read for me. Isobelle Carmody's writing is still wonderful, as are the fully fleshed characters. Can't wait for the finale!
georgia_pogson's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
eliza_v_paige's review against another edition
3.0
It's been awhile since I've been up to the 6th book in the series. It's also an odd feeling to find myself not enjoying it as much as the earlier books. I still love the plot and the writing gets better, but this book was so damn long. Much longer than necessary. I feel that this book is my least favourite, which isn't to say I hated it, just that I tried to rush through it to get to the plot. It felt overburdened with unnecessary exposition. I just wanted more information about her quest and she seemed to do so little in such a long book. I am excited to see how the series ends, but I will be waiting awhile before getting to it.
emma_m's review against another edition
5.0
Brilliant book. I know it took me forever to get through, but this is the book where all the emotional threads bind together and it was done so well.
ros_lanta's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
slow-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
4.5
The first time I read this book, I'm fairly sure I would have rated it a lot lower. Following on from the action-packed, pretty much perfect The Stone Key, this originally felt unsatisfying, with much less happening in comparison. It is not difficult to tell that originally the story was intended to be the first half of a novel, building up to a climax which doesn't actually come until the next and final book, The Red Queen. It's a fairly slow book and at times bleak.
On rereading the book though, I absolutely love it. When read as part of the full series, with the next book available to pick up straight away, it works. There are character developments that I love to see, and Elspeth's quest - anticipated through most of the series - finally begins. It's not a perfect book - I think 100-200 pages could have easily been trimmed without adversely impacting the story - but it is a good one. I ended it desperate to continue on and reread The Red Queen.
In many ways the Obernewtyn Chronicles aged with the main character (and with those of us readers who discovered it as children). Not only do the books increase in length and plot complexity, they get darker and examine more adult issues, and this is very apparent here. While the books have always been set in a dystopia, with darker topics referenced, the earlier books could easily be read by preteens; I would not recommend that for either The Stone Key or The Sending, which both fall far more towards the older end of YA. Carmody generally handles these topics well.
On rereading the book though, I absolutely love it. When read as part of the full series, with the next book available to pick up straight away, it works. There are character developments that I love to see, and Elspeth's quest - anticipated through most of the series - finally begins. It's not a perfect book - I think 100-200 pages could have easily been trimmed without adversely impacting the story - but it is a good one. I ended it desperate to continue on and reread The Red Queen.
In many ways the Obernewtyn Chronicles aged with the main character (and with those of us readers who discovered it as children). Not only do the books increase in length and plot complexity, they get darker and examine more adult issues, and this is very apparent here. While the books have always been set in a dystopia, with darker topics referenced, the earlier books could easily be read by preteens; I would not recommend that for either The Stone Key or The Sending, which both fall far more towards the older end of YA. Carmody generally handles these topics well.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Kidnapping
Minor: Sexual assault, Violence, and Pedophilia
alextheunicorn's review against another edition
5.0
Such an amazing series and this book.... I absolutely loved it even if I wanted to slap some of the chars for the some of their actions even if they had no choice in them. Everyone seriously needs to go read it (or the entire series if you haven't!)
chloejaynne's review against another edition
5.0
This series has been with me since I was 12, and yes sometimes the writing can be long-winded and dull, but Isobelle Carmody weaves an intricate story full of lovable and endearing characters that captivates me in such a way that this series is one of my favourite series.