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A review by jaklindberg
In Every Generation by Kendare Blake
4.0
The novel's concept was enjoyable, but the execution fell short. While reading, I was reminded of the original Buffy show from the 90s, as each character resembled the original Scoobies. Frankie portrayed Buffy's character, while Jake blended Xander and Oz well, despite his unrequited love for Frankie. Hailey was an interesting mix of Faith and Cordelia, and it worked. Lastly, Grimloch was reminiscent of Angel.
Including mentions of the original characters such as Giles, Dawn, Faith, Buffy, Andrew, and Kennedy added depth and connection to the different generations of Slayers. However, Spike's choice as a watcher was unexpected due to his impulsive personality and questionable history. Despite being a Watcher for 15 years, he struggled with research and technology when he became the librarian at SHS, which was surprising.
Oz's presence as a supporting adult character to Jake made sense, but the chemistry between Willow and Oz was reminiscent of their teenage/young adult years, which pushed the envelope with the fact that Willow is gay. While Willow may have been excited about being pregnant, that does not change her sexuality.
The author should have clarified that the aftereffects of Willow's spiritual encounter with the first slayer were her choice. For instance, when Willow awakened the Scyth, channeling all the potential Slayers, she went into a spiritual trance, communed with the spirit, and was asked to carry the future Slayer-Witch. Spiritual rape is bad ju-ju. Also, being pregnant for 14 months seemed unrealistic and uncomfortable.
A love triangle between Hailey, Sigmund, and Jake is intriguing, but Frankie should avoid bothering Grimloch.
Including mentions of the original characters such as Giles, Dawn, Faith, Buffy, Andrew, and Kennedy added depth and connection to the different generations of Slayers. However, Spike's choice as a watcher was unexpected due to his impulsive personality and questionable history. Despite being a Watcher for 15 years, he struggled with research and technology when he became the librarian at SHS, which was surprising.
Oz's presence as a supporting adult character to Jake made sense, but the chemistry between Willow and Oz was reminiscent of their teenage/young adult years, which pushed the envelope with the fact that Willow is gay. While Willow may have been excited about being pregnant, that does not change her sexuality.
The author should have clarified that the aftereffects of Willow's spiritual encounter with the first slayer were her choice. For instance, when Willow awakened the Scyth, channeling all the potential Slayers, she went into a spiritual trance, communed with the spirit, and was asked to carry the future Slayer-Witch. Spiritual rape is bad ju-ju. Also, being pregnant for 14 months seemed unrealistic and uncomfortable.
A love triangle between Hailey, Sigmund, and Jake is intriguing, but Frankie should avoid bothering Grimloch.