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savage_book_review 's review for:
Onyx Storm (1 of 2) [Dramatized Adaptation]
by Rebecca Yarros
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I appear to be in something of a reading slump at the moment - I think it's a post-RARE hangover. So that means I need something familiar to recentre myself. And as the Graphic Audio version of Onyx Storm is now complete and I've been dying to hear this story brought to life, it was a no-brainer to pick this up next.
The biggest thing that strikes me when I listen to the audios for the Empyrean series is that I've never really successfully grasped the geography properly. I know the names of the provinces, cities and outposts, but I definitely need to study the map more. I think its because they do do such a good job of bringing the story to life, I realise that I'm struggling to ground myself in the world. That being said, it's really not hard to picture the characters' surroundings in the moment; the descriptions coupled with the ambient noise and sound effects really do set the scene.
As suspected, the GA is also making it far easier to identify and follow the ever-growing cast of characters. The actors, without exception, do a fabulous job at inhabiting their roles and making you as the listener feel exactly what you are supposed to at any given moment. Although there are a couple of small moments where a performance might feel a bit stilted, as an ensemble it just flies. And, it has to be said, hearing Gabriel Michaels' voice calling Violet 'love'... *swoons*.
This is also the first time (I think) that I'm only comparing a 'normal' audiobook with the GA. I haven't eyeball read OS at all yet! Both versions definitely have their merits, and of course at this point I'm only half way through the story, but it's solidifying in my mind that the GAs are definitely best when you already know the story. I think because you're able to look forward to the dramatisation of your favourite scenes (which usually hit the spot to perfection), which heightens your anticipation and enjoyment. Some of those favourites have now come and gone, and others are on their way in part two!
I've already reviewed the story itself, so won't cover old ground, but this is definitely helping me consume my fill of books while not necessarily feeling like a reader.
The biggest thing that strikes me when I listen to the audios for the Empyrean series is that I've never really successfully grasped the geography properly. I know the names of the provinces, cities and outposts, but I definitely need to study the map more. I think its because they do do such a good job of bringing the story to life, I realise that I'm struggling to ground myself in the world. That being said, it's really not hard to picture the characters' surroundings in the moment; the descriptions coupled with the ambient noise and sound effects really do set the scene.
As suspected, the GA is also making it far easier to identify and follow the ever-growing cast of characters. The actors, without exception, do a fabulous job at inhabiting their roles and making you as the listener feel exactly what you are supposed to at any given moment. Although there are a couple of small moments where a performance might feel a bit stilted, as an ensemble it just flies. And, it has to be said, hearing Gabriel Michaels' voice calling Violet 'love'... *swoons*.
This is also the first time (I think) that I'm only comparing a 'normal' audiobook with the GA. I haven't eyeball read OS at all yet! Both versions definitely have their merits, and of course at this point I'm only half way through the story, but it's solidifying in my mind that the GAs are definitely best when you already know the story. I think because you're able to look forward to the dramatisation of your favourite scenes (which usually hit the spot to perfection), which heightens your anticipation and enjoyment. Some of those favourites have now come and gone, and others are on their way in part two!
I've already reviewed the story itself, so won't cover old ground, but this is definitely helping me consume my fill of books while not necessarily feeling like a reader.