Lory
This was a reread for me and I definitely enjoyed it a lot more the second time around. Mainly because I've finally read the Prose Eda and other Norse mythology related texts. So I had a lot of fun recognizing the different inspirations and aspects that Riordan picked for his retelling. Plus there was a lot I had forgotten since my first read through so it was very entertaining and wonderful to follow Magnus and his adventures. As well as rediscover this world again. Very happy to continue with my reread of this trilogy.
I was pleasantly surprised by this one. I had heard a lot of mixed reviews but I have to say, I really enjoyed my time with it. It was fun and very entertaining. Harry as a main character was enjoyable and didn't annoy me like other male mcs. Some of the writing and dialogue was cheesy but it amused me at least, instead of putting me of. I'm definitely curious enough to continue the series, plus I hear they get better. So looking forward to that.
I think this was a fantastic way to be introduced to the Arthurian legends. The story is summarized very well, while still feeling like you're getting the story you came for. Also simple and easy to understand language. Overall, I really enjoyed my time reading this one and I can't wait to pick up more Arthur related books!
Edit: I pushed through and I'm so glad I did! Because the second half of this book really redeemed itself for me. So good! And that ending 👌
Got through about 35% of the way through and it's been a struggle. I have absolutely no motivation to read it. The story has been moving super slow and I really don't like any of the characters in this one. I'll keep it on my list and maybe give it a chance some other time.
So so good. I'm a little overwhelmed with emotions right now. It's been a while since I've connected with a main character like this and seen myself in a story. Our experiences and circumstances are different but there was a lot that really hit me in the gut. Things I've thought of, my complicated relationship with religion growing up, etc. I can't wait to read more by this author!
It's just not holding my attention. I thought I would enjoy this because I do like the Targeryans but I'm incredibly bored by all of them at the moment 😮💨
It has an interesting concept. And I do like what's going on with each of the storylines, I just don't like the way the chapters are divided. Every time I'm getting used to the current perspective, the chapter ends and I have to do it all over again with the next pov. It just takes me out of the story constantly. So I'm gonna take a little break from this and come back to it some other time.
Not feeling it. The premise was intriguing, however I've been incredibly bored since starting this book. And I haven't vibed with the MC at all. So putting this one down. Maybe for later, maybe not at all.
Meh, just not excited to pick this up and keep reading. The MC talks big but rarely delivers. So he really did not endear himself to me. Which means I could care less about what he goes through. Its a shame because i do love the sci-fi elements, world building and lore. So setting this one aside for now. Might come around to it another time. Since I do own the next book in the series.
Postponed for now. Haven't felt the urge to pick it up in weeks. So I'll get around to finishing this one another time.
I just can't seem to get into the characters or the writing. I'm not dnfing it forever just putting it off for another time.
Really struggling to read this one. Any time I pick it up I do enjoy it for the most part but the jumping around timelines and POVs is really making it hard for me to get into it. So soft dnf for now. Will come around to it another time.
I made it about 22% into it. But I'm struggling with the writing and the pace. I even tried the audiobook but just couldn't get through it. I'm still very intrigued by the plot and concept, so maybe I'll come back to it one day. But for now I'm dnfing so I don't get myself in a slump.