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harleyrae's review against another edition
5.0
I LOVED this book, this series is one of my all time favorites. While I'm sad that it's over, I found this to be a very nice conclusion to the trilogy.
kebreads's review against another edition
4.0
I really liked this book. However, I was a little disappointed that I didn’t absolutely love this book because I have loved every other book I’ve read by Jessica Day George. Despite that, I still really enjoyed reading this book. I do wish I had reread the other books in the series before I read it, but my husband was reading the series from start to finish for the first time, so I just decided to read the one I hadn’t read.
Petunia and Oliver were great characters. In some ways I couldn’t relate to Petunia since she was the youngest and I am one of the oldest. But she is a very strong character. The plot drew me in and kept me wanting to read. I think the book did a good job of finishing up the trilogy. One thing I liked was how this book provided little glimpses that made it so I could understand the villains’ points of view some and relate to them a little. There were many really good descriptions that not only made me feel like I was there but drew me even further into the world of the book.
Someday, perhaps even someday soon, I will reread the whole series, which I look forward to, as well as to reading and rereading other Jessica Day George books.
Rating: 4.5 stars – Highly Recommend
Content: Clean - a little violence, a few mild swear words (I counted 3)
See my review at http://www.iamareader.com/2014/03/book-review-princess-of-the-silver-woods-by-jessica-day-george.html
Petunia and Oliver were great characters. In some ways I couldn’t relate to Petunia since she was the youngest and I am one of the oldest. But she is a very strong character. The plot drew me in and kept me wanting to read. I think the book did a good job of finishing up the trilogy. One thing I liked was how this book provided little glimpses that made it so I could understand the villains’ points of view some and relate to them a little. There were many really good descriptions that not only made me feel like I was there but drew me even further into the world of the book.
Someday, perhaps even someday soon, I will reread the whole series, which I look forward to, as well as to reading and rereading other Jessica Day George books.
Rating: 4.5 stars – Highly Recommend
Content: Clean - a little violence, a few mild swear words (I counted 3)
See my review at http://www.iamareader.com/2014/03/book-review-princess-of-the-silver-woods-by-jessica-day-george.html
jblock's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
Definitely a great conclusion to the series! Wrapping back in the mysteries of the first book and resolving them beautifully.
teetall4's review against another edition
4.0
I enjoyed reading each of the Princesses of Westfalin stories, but this was my favorite! I’ve read a fair amount of fairytale story retelling, and these were told quite well!
laura_cs's review against another edition
5.0
Another wonderful, happy ending by Jessica Day George!
sallyavena's review against another edition
4.0
Another fairy tale retelling, this one has a robin hood/little red riding hood vibe, that was interesting and somewhat charming. I think sadly it's George's last in this series. You do have to read the other two first to follow the story.
bookswithbets's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
thelibrarylady42's review against another edition
4.0
*Copy provided by Net Galley*
Oh Jessica Day George how I love you. I wish you would write books for all 12 princesses. I understand not wanting to commit to 12 books but how I will miss King Gregor's lovely daughters.
There is something about reading a final book in a series that makes it wonderful and bittersweet. If it's a good series you know it must end but you can't help wanting more. That is exactly how I felt as I prepared to say good-bye to my favorite dancing princesses. I knew that the story had to end sometime because eventually the cast of characters would get ginormous (that is in fact a literary term.) Okay not really but spell check recognized it. Already the cast was getting quite large and I found myself having to stop and think which prince went with which princess.
I would have liked to see Petunia and Oliver together more simply because they were just so adorable together. I like that they didn't fall instantly in love (it was quick but not instant). I'm old and cranky and insta-love annoys me sometimes.
The thing that I love most about these books, the Dragon series as well, is that George creates strong female characters that don't have to beat the snot out of people to prove that they are strong and smart. Don't get me wrong I love a good Katniss but it's nice to see strong young women who aren't violent. Petunia and her sisters are smart and strong and that is what attracts young men to them. In a world of YA relationships that are of questionable value it's nice to see relationships that grow out of mutual respect and actually getting to know a person.
Verdict: Book is already on order. I am often selling George's books to young girls and boys who are looking for adventure and wholesome fun. They are very popular in my library.
Oh Jessica Day George how I love you. I wish you would write books for all 12 princesses. I understand not wanting to commit to 12 books but how I will miss King Gregor's lovely daughters.
There is something about reading a final book in a series that makes it wonderful and bittersweet. If it's a good series you know it must end but you can't help wanting more. That is exactly how I felt as I prepared to say good-bye to my favorite dancing princesses. I knew that the story had to end sometime because eventually the cast of characters would get ginormous (that is in fact a literary term.) Okay not really but spell check recognized it. Already the cast was getting quite large and I found myself having to stop and think which prince went with which princess.
I would have liked to see Petunia and Oliver together more simply because they were just so adorable together. I like that they didn't fall instantly in love (it was quick but not instant). I'm old and cranky and insta-love annoys me sometimes.
The thing that I love most about these books, the Dragon series as well, is that George creates strong female characters that don't have to beat the snot out of people to prove that they are strong and smart. Don't get me wrong I love a good Katniss but it's nice to see strong young women who aren't violent. Petunia and her sisters are smart and strong and that is what attracts young men to them. In a world of YA relationships that are of questionable value it's nice to see relationships that grow out of mutual respect and actually getting to know a person.
Verdict: Book is already on order. I am often selling George's books to young girls and boys who are looking for adventure and wholesome fun. They are very popular in my library.
forgottentaxes's review against another edition
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.0