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morganpitz's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
laureenreads's review against another edition
5.0
Okay, so yes, the series is predictable. Of course Cimorene is going to be rushing in and saving the day, but let's be honest here, if you're an adult reading this book then you shouldn't so so surprised at the lack of surprise. When I first read this as a kid I was kept entertained and intrigued, and that's all that matters, really.
annashiv's review against another edition
2.0
In reading other reviews, this is the worst in the series, and I can definitely see why. There is very little of Cimorene and Mendanbar, even less of them together. Too many annoying characters, though part of that may be the voice actors for the audiobook (especially Killer and Telemain). There was also just too much repetition of conversation and events and jokes. This was clearly just to set up the next book (which premise I don't like). I'm worried about going into the next one now.
kaylaannsreads's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
hmnborczon's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
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
4.75
mbenzz's review against another edition
2.0
Wow...I really trudged through that one. Between the extremely slow-moving plot and having to put up with Killer, the Jar-Jar Binks of the Enchanted Forest, this book felt very out-of-place compared to the first two.
The author herself says in the introduction that she did not want to write this book, and that comes through while reading it. The story feels extremely flat...like there was no love put into it. That may sound cheesy, but you can tell when an author has put their heart and soul into a story, and this installment had ZERO soul.
I get the need for a set-up to bridge the gap between the first two books and the fourth (and final) book in the series, but this was a chore to read, and it read like it was a chore to write.
I love Morwen and her cats, and I really liked the first couple of chapters, even if they were a bit slow, but I assumed things would pick up. Nope. They never really did. The entire plot felt contrived, and none of the characters felt like themselves.
Overall, I just did not enjoy this part of the series, but I totally get why it exists. You really do need to read this installment to understand what's going on in the final book...just be aware that it's not the most pleasant experience.
The author herself says in the introduction that she did not want to write this book, and that comes through while reading it. The story feels extremely flat...like there was no love put into it. That may sound cheesy, but you can tell when an author has put their heart and soul into a story, and this installment had ZERO soul.
I get the need for a set-up to bridge the gap between the first two books and the fourth (and final) book in the series, but this was a chore to read, and it read like it was a chore to write.
I love Morwen and her cats, and I really liked the first couple of chapters, even if they were a bit slow, but I assumed things would pick up. Nope. They never really did. The entire plot felt contrived, and none of the characters felt like themselves.
Overall, I just did not enjoy this part of the series, but I totally get why it exists. You really do need to read this installment to understand what's going on in the final book...just be aware that it's not the most pleasant experience.
themarnacle's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
4.0