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n3lla's review against another edition
3.0
First in a Scholastic multi-platform series with some truly great authors writing individual books. This one introduces the characters and is slow to start but becomes more action packed as the four young people who have summoned the spirits of the Fallen (spirits who disappeared in the last great battle. Ticks all the boxes: gender, racial diversity, etc. Australia gets a guersney as Stetriol, the land where one of the "bad" spirits is incarcerated.
kangdile's review against another edition
adventurous
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
libbyann01's review against another edition
3.0
This is a great choice for children (elementary school aged). It is similar to 39 Clues in that there are multiple authors and there is also an online/role-playing aspect to it. The animal spirits also added a supernatural aspect to the book. I can see this series being very popular.
ella_elle_la's review against another edition
4.0
I figured this was just another children's book. One that I wanted to read but was sure of it would only be this one book and nothing more, one that would feel very childish and would either start very slow, be a complete slow read or would be very friendly to kids of any age.
Well, it wasn't.
I loved it!
It gets right to the point but still has enough mystery and leaves you with questions even after the end. It's a fast-paced, unputdownable book that just sucks you in and doesn't let go. I love how the bond between the children and their spirit animals not only progress during the story but they also reflect some of their personality traits or traits they need but don't use or posses and how the children see the world and one another.
You should definitely read this book too your children or let them read it and if you are looking for a quick read. Just start here.
Well, it wasn't.
I loved it!
It gets right to the point but still has enough mystery and leaves you with questions even after the end. It's a fast-paced, unputdownable book that just sucks you in and doesn't let go. I love how the bond between the children and their spirit animals not only progress during the story but they also reflect some of their personality traits or traits they need but don't use or posses and how the children see the world and one another.
You should definitely read this book too your children or let them read it and if you are looking for a quick read. Just start here.
carolynj_reads's review against another edition
4.0
This is a good start to a fantasy series. It takes place in a created world where some people get spirit animals when they are 11. The world currently has an impending war, and four kids have somehow called Great Beasts as their spirit animals.
This definitely is written to be part of a series. It ends leaving you wanting to know what happens next. I’ll probably read the next title (I read this one because we’re using it for Battle of the Books and I needed to write questions).
My one gripe: there are sooooo many characters and places mentioned. All those names! I can only imagine the paper being passed from author to author to keep everyone and everyplace straight as it continues.
This definitely is written to be part of a series. It ends leaving you wanting to know what happens next. I’ll probably read the next title (I read this one because we’re using it for Battle of the Books and I needed to write questions).
My one gripe: there are sooooo many characters and places mentioned. All those names! I can only imagine the paper being passed from author to author to keep everyone and everyplace straight as it continues.
lecymay's review against another edition
3.0
Kids at my library are devouring these. This series would be great for kids who love adventure and/or animal stories who may not be quite ready yet for longer sagas like Rick Riordan fare. It features a vividly drawn world. The interaction between humans and animals is reminiscent of many other stories that have come before.
jkmc's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
rhrousu's review against another edition
3.0
Very high appeal and follows the model of 39 Clues, with a different well-known author for each book and a tie-in to an online game. I thought this first one was okay (and usually Mull isn't a good fit for me, so this is a fairly promising sign). Stiefvater is one of my favorite authors, so I am looking forward to #2. Recommended for readers ages 8-11 who need something fast-paced with a shiny cover.
vreads3's review against another edition
4.0
Very fun, quick reading that is ideal for elementary or early middle school readers, reluctant or otherwise. A nice blend of elements from Percy Jackson, Harry Potter and Narnia. Brandon Mull does an excellent job of simple yet creative world building that will grab interest quickly and keep you eagerly reading until the last page.
abkc1987's review against another edition
4.0
I liked how the animals came and acted like a true friend to there person. Even though they are called spirit animals they still can have realistic bodies and they can get hurt or die. I was heart-Brocken when someone and their animal died in a battle. I would recommend this book to action packed lovers. You must prepare for sad parts though once you read you can't stop. I hope you love it!