Randi
I couldn't really get into this one and so didn't finish it. I've learned that if it takes more than a few tries to get into something, it's probably not worth my time, and this fell into that category. Two stars because it's a great idea, and it was probably more developed later, but I'd have to ask my sister-in-law (who finished it and the sequel at least) if it panned out well.
I loved the “Memory, Sorrow, and Thorn” trilogy. I read it a long time ago, but that's how strong the impression was. Definitely high fantasy, so if you're not into dragons, magic, quests, and destiny - don't read.
It wasn't quite what it sounded like in the blurb. A lot heavier than expected, but it turned out to be a very good thing. It's an interesting look in to the life of a typical teen put into atypical situations. I'm intrigued enough to try out the sequel.
Angst and secrecy became a divisive factor among the characters, and then the addition of actual research on my part into the landscape of the town and surrounding areas set me off so bad that I couldn't bring myself to continue reading. It's a shame, because the idea behind the book was really intriguing.
Super fun. I loved how the twist was just enough to keep me guessing. I mean, I knew certain things were important because of the placement, but I just couldn't quite track down why or how they integrated into the story. The next book is going to be amazing!
Frankly, disappointed in the whole series. Well, that's not entirely true. I liked the first book, so I kept reading. It's been a while now since I've read these, but I very clearly remember the long rants I had at my husband about why I didn't like these books.
PG
I read these books years ago, then this spring I decided to re-read them because I remembered enjoying them very much. And I did, until “Wise Child” and “Colman”. There were significant plot holes, and even a few cases where the author herself changed the past of characters for no apparent reason. The changes didn't affect the plot, but it was enough to throttle my suspension of disbelief.
Other than that, it was a fun read.
I really did enjoy this book. It was a lot to force onto such young characters (roughly 14-18 were the ages of the three main female leads), but given their various talents and the socio-economic environments they'd grown up in, I wouldn't put it past them. Entertaining and when it came to the resolution I awaited with baited breath to see if it would all really work out!
Meh. I might try to read a sequel.
It's good, I just haven't been able to stick with it as I should.
I LOVE this book!
Ok, Mr. Sanderson, let's just stop making me incapable of getting stuff done.
The Rithmatist is a new YA novel by one of the few adult authors I enjoy, and despite the YA “dumbing down” (which it didn't feel dumb, just, more YA. Someday I'll be able to better define that) it was a fantastic read. The characters are very relatable, the settings intriguing (an alternate United States configuration with a completely different world empirical history. Fascinating!), and the story just keeps you on the edge of your seat the whole time.
Definitely worth the time spent not napping.