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read_with_riley's review
4.0
Beyond the Valley of Thorns was fun to read because I liked the first book, knew some of the characters, and got to read more about Elyon. Some parts of the first book made more sense, while some didn't seem to really belong anymore, but it was fun.
jjujube's review
adventurous
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
theartolater's review
3.0
Still feels very rote and plodding. Still don't know why I'm compelled by it. Ah well.
mythicalbrit's review
4.0
A satisfying sequel, with the welcome return of familiar, likable characters. The language is a bit awkward and unnatural at times, but overall the story flows a little better than in the first book, and sets the scene nicely for the conclusion to the trilogy. I'm looking forward to Book 3 very much!
kailey_luminouslibro's review
2.0
Not good writing. Sloppy style. The plot is very good though, so the action keeps you reading. Characters are one-dimensional and not developed enough, which can make them boring.
elevetha's review
2.0
2 1\2 stars. Pretty boring. It was all right but certainly not anything special. What is up with Alexa being chosen by Elyon since the very beginning as the person to save everyone? Her destiny and all that. More annoying than epic in my opinion. I ended up buying this and the first one at Half Price Books for $1 each. So that was a good price but I'm not sure I would have spent much more on this.
mikeejanine's review
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0