A review by ainegavgav
Across the Wall: A Tale of the Abhorsen and Other Stories by Garth Nix

adventurous mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? N/A
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

1.75

I wasn't a fan of the Abhorson story at all. I was excited to get a bit more story behind the secret politics of Ancelstiere but didn't really feel like that featured as much as was promised. I thought the connection between Nick and Lirael was cheap and the entire conclusion a bit lazy. 
The other short stories were generally better. I liked Charlie Rabbit, the Hill, the choose your own adventure story and the western. Once I got into the rhythm of the book I enjoyed aspects of it but I wouldn't be reaching for more.