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hj2023's review against another edition
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
michaelarosie's review against another edition
5.0
The second book in the Wings of Fire series. This time, follow Tsunami and the dragonets into the SeaWing kingdom.
danniil96's review against another edition
4.0
I'm loving every one of these books! Can't wait to see who they end up choosing as sandwing queen though!!!
rubyartic's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.0
kayleajayne's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
mastersal's review against another edition
3.0
Actual rating - 3.5 stars
With the world and the dragons established in Book 1, [b:The Dragonet Prophecy|13228487|The Dragonet Prophecy (Wings of Fire, #1)|Tui T. Sutherland|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1339198070l/13228487._SY75_.jpg|18420539], this book can focus on telling a more coherent story. Here we follow Tsunami as she and her friends journey to the SeaWing Kingdom.
This is less violent than Book 1, which also helped, as I was not confused at the tone of the book and what it was trying to do. This has a bit more humour and a better use of the fish-out-water trope with Tsunami. We got to spend time with the SeaWings which was quite a lot of fun. The SeaWings had their own distinct culture and the contrast from Book 1 was quite fun.
The general mystery was good and the cherry on top was baby dragons. Baby dragons - 3.5 stars for that alone. I wish we had a little more baby dragons but ah well ….
Side note: I will say that the series isn’t as cute as I would have thought - I am wondering if the graphic novel works better. Must check that out soon(ish).
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Nov 2020: so of course I went and bought the box set during Black Friday ... dragons, books, cuteness ... take my money already
With the world and the dragons established in Book 1, [b:The Dragonet Prophecy|13228487|The Dragonet Prophecy (Wings of Fire, #1)|Tui T. Sutherland|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1339198070l/13228487._SY75_.jpg|18420539], this book can focus on telling a more coherent story. Here we follow Tsunami as she and her friends journey to the SeaWing Kingdom.
This is less violent than Book 1, which also helped, as I was not confused at the tone of the book and what it was trying to do. This has a bit more humour and a better use of the fish-out-water trope with Tsunami. We got to spend time with the SeaWings which was quite a lot of fun. The SeaWings had their own distinct culture and the contrast from Book 1 was quite fun.
The general mystery was good and the cherry on top was baby dragons. Baby dragons - 3.5 stars for that alone. I wish we had a little more baby dragons but ah well ….
Side note: I will say that the series isn’t as cute as I would have thought - I am wondering if the graphic novel works better. Must check that out soon(ish).
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Nov 2020: so of course I went and bought the box set during Black Friday ... dragons, books, cuteness ... take my money already
silasprice's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
lilylanie's review against another edition
3.0
I wasn't quite as taken in with this one, but still a fantastic story and if I was 10 I'm sure my rating would be much higher. Won't translate for all adults, but likely to be a hit with those who enjoy children's literature.
carrie_and_non's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Fun dragon book.