A review by rayne_1906
The Serpent's Shadow by Rick Riordan

adventurous medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

3 hours 21 minutes - I enjoyed this book, very classic Rick Riordan story but no less fun to read. The characters are very likeable and the plot is engaging, but the subplot of Sadie's romance is at best unnecessary and at worst creepy. A love triangle between a 16 year old boy, a 5000 year old god and a 13 year old girl is something I definitely don't think should have been included, especially as it is never treated as anything but positive by any character, including adults/parental figures. This did detract from my enjoyment of the book. Aside from this, a good read.
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