vhenderson93's reviews
512 reviews

This book left me feeling pleasantly surprised. I noticed an improvement since the last two books in the series. I'm not saying this book was phenomenal or the best thing I've ever read, but it's getting better.

The biggest improvement that stuck out to me was the character growth. I can actually tell the five, I mean seven, DHI's apart. Their own skills, talents and areas of expertise are finally being more noticeable and I really like that. It makes the story so much more fun to read.

As for the plot, I'm glad that the author isn't making anything too easy for the kids. For a while, every chapter would end in a dramatic cliff hanger. Speaking of which, it was hard at times to remember what kid had what task or who was paired up with who. Especially if you set the book down for a couple days like I did.

I feel like I've been reading this same book for months, but it's really only been a little less than a month. I blame the length, a whopping 545 pages. But I got through it and I actually enjoyed it.

What an enjoyable read! Everything about this series is starting to grow on me: the beautiful setting, the colorful characters. The mysteries really draw you in. And I can prove that this is a good book with realistic characters, because for some time I was furious at one in particular. *Cough-Tilly-Cough*

I love a good mystery that keeps you guessing and this one certainly did. I believe the author orchestrated the ending perfectly and tied up all the loose ends. Loved the happy ending! I've already started book 3 and am so excited to see what trouble Priscilla finds herself in next time.

This was such an incredibly fun read! Everything about it was beautifully done. The characters are believable and have shown a lot of growth since the first book. I've loved joining in on the adventure. It feels like I'm right there in the center of all the action. The ever growing plot just kept thickening and Flanagan cleverly orchestrated everything to a T .

Some may not like how the author is dragging out completing the mission of bringing back the Andomal, but I think it adds more excitement and leaves you anxiously awaiting for the next book. Does the Heron Brotherband finally complete their mission in this book? You'll have to find out for yourself. I can only sum up this book by these deep and moving words:

“The Herons! The Herons!
The mighty, fighting Herons!
No other Brotherband you'll see
Is even half as darin'

The one thing I really like and admire about this book is that the author never makes anything easy for the kids. There's always something happening, whether it's the cat shutting down the computer, or unexpected betrayal, and it really keeps the story moving.

There were a variety of new characters (Disney characters) in this book. It was interesting but I didn't care for the choice of dialogue. While reading, I tried to picture the character talking the way it was written and it just wasn't working for me. For the most part it didn't seem believable.

Overall, the plot was intense and it seemed like every time I turned the page there was a disaster that threw a wrench in the kids' plans.

Another great story in the Brotherband Chronicles! There were a lot of close calls and near misses throughout that made for an exciting plot. I had trouble putting it down near the end because I needed to see if all my characters were still alive. Probably the best thing about this particular book was that a certain ranger made an appearance and was able to tag along on the adventure. It was very cleverly done. Looking forward to book 5!

Another enjoyable read in the Brotherband series! I love how the author is intertwining characters from the RA into this series. This was a very fun read that I had trouble putting down. The characters are continually growing and there seems to be no problem that Hal can't solve. Everything about this story was well written and believable. Can't wait to start the next book!

This was such a great book! I loved the cozy tearoom with the hint of mystery and I loved the Christian theme! Honestly, I wasn't too sure I'd like it, but after I got started, I could hardly put it down. I literally had to make myself stop reading it so I could work on writing my own book!

Another great read in the Brotherband Chronicles series. This time the crew are caught in a tempest of uncharted waters find themselves washed up in unknown territory. I thought the plot was exciting and I liked how Jesper was portrayed in this book. As always, the author has a gift for bringing a story and it's characters to life. It's easy to get caught up in their world. Highly recommend this series to fans of adventure, fantasy, and the Rangers Apprentice series.

P.S- Is it bad to secretly be glad that an innocent and brave character died so that the main characters can stick together like they're supposed to without outside influences breaking the bond that has been formed through thick and thin throughout the course of the last 6 books??

Can I just say that I love how much Hal has grown into his role as Skirl? I mean he went from being meek and unwilling to give orders to his crew in book one, to totally getting into Olaf's face and telling him what's what in this, the most recently published of the series. I love character growth, especially when it's done in such a fantastic way. The author has talent for taking a humble, fresh-faced kid and, by the end of the series, has transformed he or she into a warrior, a leader, a hero, and a loyal friend. Thankfully, this is not the end of the series and I'm very much looking forward to the next adventure aboard the Heron. Don't pass up this series, you'll be sorry you missed it!

Somehow I graduated high school without ever picking up this book. It was one of those books that everyone always talked about in school (much like Holes) and I had no idea what they were talking about. But now I do.

I wasn't sure what to expect when I started reading. My sister, who recommended that I finally read it, told me it was kind of dystopian/government take over.

I was hooked from the start and had a hard time putting it down. I found myself engrossed in the world and it's people. Jonas was a likable character and I enjoyed watching him develop with the more he knew. I didn't care for the ending, it left me with so many questions.

Overall the book was more intense than I thought it would be but I enjoyed it a lot.