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thoseoldcrows23's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
fast-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
4.0
This was a really strong entry in the series and I'm mad at myself for taking so long to get to it. (also, not to be dramatic but Sumi and Kade mean everything to me and I would literally die for them)
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying, Cursing, Transphobia, and Violence
Minor: Cancer, Child abuse, Pedophilia, and Sexual content
purplatypus's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying
Moderate: Child abuse
Minor: Cancer, Death, Fatphobia, Pedophilia, Racism, Transphobia, Death of parent, and Murder
tangleroot_eli's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
I first crossed paths with this series one year ago (January 2023). I loved it so much that I 1) devoured the whole then-extant series in about 3 weeks; and 2) got a tattoo inspired by it. So I'm a very biased reader/reviewer.
That said, I really enjoyed this one. The quest plot is fun, and I loved McGuire's exploration of the metaphysics of Doors and world. These books are kind of standalone, but also kind of not, and some very interesting things are happening in the world(s) in this one.
It's not perfect.
That said, I really enjoyed this one. The quest plot is fun, and I loved McGuire's exploration of the metaphysics of Doors and world. These books are kind of standalone, but also kind of not, and some very interesting things are happening in the world(s) in this one.
It's not perfect.
Seraphina's involvement, which could've been a rich complication, turned out to be a McGuffin. I would probably read a book about her. -
I really wanted more time given to Kade's reactions to both returning to Prism and Cora's departure. I desperately want a book about him. -
Christopher's chapter at the Door didn't go much of anywhere. I'd've liked to see him have to deal with Vineta or Yulia on his own.
On the whole, though, this is a delightful addition to a wonderful series.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Animal cruelty, Bullying, Child abuse, Death, and Abandonment
Minor: Cancer, Transphobia, Medical content, Cannibalism, and Murder
anni_swanilda's review
adventurous
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying and Grief
Minor: Cancer, Child abuse, Emotional abuse, Racism, Transphobia, Blood, Abandonment, and Injury/Injury detail