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A review by r_j_setser
The Raven Boys by Maggie Stiefvater
adventurous
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
5.0
"Today is the day that I stop listening to the future and start living it instead."
I enjoyed every second of this audiobook. Like, literally every second.
It's been a very long time since I've read a book or watched a movie that made me want to BE the main character, but The Raven Boys made me want to be Blue. Even with all of the danger and spooks, I wanted to run around Henrietta exploring the haunted woods and gothic places with Gansey, Adam, Ronan, and Noah (someone please make this a video game???). I didn't just love Blue and root for her in this book, I wanted to be her. This is the best-written friend group I've ever read and I fiercely love all of these guys.
Story-wise, this was a lot darker of a read than I usually dabble in. Very gothic and supernatural (lots of spooks), but I couldn't put it down. From beginning to end, The Raven Boys kept me interested, laughing, holding my breath, and deeply invested in their adventure. I loved how naturally the story unfolded and how much I felt like I WAS Blue in learning bits and pieces of their stories each time a new conversation happened. It felt like making new friends and being invited into their adventure.
I could probably rave about these characters all day, so I'll just wrap this up by saying that I can't wait to start the next book and see where their story takes them. Also, if you liked the Wednesday TV show on Netflix, you'll probably enjoy The Raven Boys.
Content notice: Cursing is pretty high, several f-bombs dropped, and a sprinkle of other words used (also, lots of "bro talk", so some readers may not be comfortable with topics/comments, but I laughed my butt off). No spice content or romance in this one, though there is a possibility of romance developing in future books. Gore/action isn't super present or detailed, however, there is a lot of witchcraft, rituals, and supernatural activity (ghosts) that may make some readers uncomfy. And on that note, there is a distinction between good and bad, but think Harry Potter's style of magic; where that distinction is limited to the characters' own conscience rather than an overall worldview. Because of its dark and spooky nature, I would advise young readers to use caution in picking up this book.
I enjoyed every second of this audiobook. Like, literally every second.
It's been a very long time since I've read a book or watched a movie that made me want to BE the main character, but The Raven Boys made me want to be Blue. Even with all of the danger and spooks, I wanted to run around Henrietta exploring the haunted woods and gothic places with Gansey, Adam, Ronan, and Noah (someone please make this a video game???). I didn't just love Blue and root for her in this book, I wanted to be her. This is the best-written friend group I've ever read and I fiercely love all of these guys.
Story-wise, this was a lot darker of a read than I usually dabble in. Very gothic and supernatural (lots of spooks), but I couldn't put it down. From beginning to end, The Raven Boys kept me interested, laughing, holding my breath, and deeply invested in their adventure. I loved how naturally the story unfolded and how much I felt like I WAS Blue in learning bits and pieces of their stories each time a new conversation happened. It felt like making new friends and being invited into their adventure.
I could probably rave about these characters all day, so I'll just wrap this up by saying that I can't wait to start the next book and see where their story takes them. Also, if you liked the Wednesday TV show on Netflix, you'll probably enjoy The Raven Boys.
Content notice: Cursing is pretty high, several f-bombs dropped, and a sprinkle of other words used (also, lots of "bro talk", so some readers may not be comfortable with topics/comments, but I laughed my butt off). No spice content or romance in this one, though there is a possibility of romance developing in future books. Gore/action isn't super present or detailed, however, there is a lot of witchcraft, rituals, and supernatural activity (ghosts) that may make some readers uncomfy. And on that note, there is a distinction between good and bad, but think Harry Potter's style of magic; where that distinction is limited to the characters' own conscience rather than an overall worldview. Because of its dark and spooky nature, I would advise young readers to use caution in picking up this book.