17kmcollins's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
mallegar's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
3.75
hgranger's review against another edition
2.0
After two and a half books, Meghan Chase finally found a voice, strength, determination, and a resolution to yet another angsty teenage love triangle. Thus it makes sense that the fourth and final book in the Iron Fey series is told from Ash' perspective and manages to turn the formerly strong and witty fairy prince into a whiny, indecisive, struggling teenage girl. Yes girl - I'm fairly certain no boy (or fairy prince) has ever fallen prey to that much in your head navel gazing. And don't get me started on the love triangle. Seriously? Again? I was downright fuming when it took two-thirds of the book for Ash to realize that it wasn't only his vow that made him continue his quest. For a guy who loved Meghan sooooo much, he sure made a great impression of someone just going through the motions so he wouldn't unravel into non-existence if he didn't. Sheesh.
The writing was repetitive and contained far too many descriptions of yet another walk through another wood in the dim twilight with yet another monster attacking.
The few good points were Puck and the witty banter at the end. I was so relieved to wt to that ending that I almost gave the book three stars; although I realized that three funny lines and a kiss at the end don't make up for the lack of magic in the book.
The writing was repetitive and contained far too many descriptions of yet another walk through another wood in the dim twilight with yet another monster attacking.
The few good points were Puck and the witty banter at the end. I was so relieved to wt to that ending that I almost gave the book three stars; although I realized that three funny lines and a kiss at the end don't make up for the lack of magic in the book.
lynseyisreading's review against another edition
4.0
This book had a very different feel to it than the first three books in the series. Mainly because we are experiencing it from a completely new point of view this time, as it is written in the first person, from Ash's perspective.
I was left satisfied with how the series ended. I would have perhaps liked the epilogue to have included a wee glimpse into the future to see if things went as expected, but I guess I'll just have to fill in those blanks myself. Overall, I have greatly enjoyed this series and can only applaud Julie Kagawa's ability to build whole worlds in my imagination with just a few simple sentences. The world-building in this series has been some of the best I have ever experienced and I look forward to seeing what she comes up with next.
I was left satisfied with how the series ended. I would have perhaps liked the epilogue to have included a wee glimpse into the future to see if things went as expected, but I guess I'll just have to fill in those blanks myself. Overall, I have greatly enjoyed this series and can only applaud Julie Kagawa's ability to build whole worlds in my imagination with just a few simple sentences. The world-building in this series has been some of the best I have ever experienced and I look forward to seeing what she comes up with next.
rockbison's review against another edition
5.0
It's a great book. But looks a lot like fan fiction. =/ I like it, but not as much as I like the others books. Sorry. Any way, its great.
erinarkin20's review against another edition
4.0
I enjoyed the series and liked hearing this story from Ash's viewpoint. I do wish we would have gotten more story from when Ash and Meghan finally were together but I suppose we did get a brief snapshot during the trials.
This book allows us to learn more about Ash and who he was before he met Meghan. This was a good thing since we did get to see all of the things that actually made him who he is today. The story also went into a bit more detail on the relationship between Ariella, Puck and Ash...another key relationship.
Strong series and recommend.
This book allows us to learn more about Ash and who he was before he met Meghan. This was a good thing since we did get to see all of the things that actually made him who he is today. The story also went into a bit more detail on the relationship between Ariella, Puck and Ash...another key relationship.
Strong series and recommend.
mrstufflestin's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
relaxing
sad
tense
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
5.0
I absolutely loved this book! I cried, I was nervous, I couldn’t put the book down. I was scared and I just loved the ending and the storyline.
ellenpenleysmith's review against another edition
5.0
I only finished this novel moments ago and I can't really find the words. That's how I've always felt when I sit down to write a review for Julie Kagawa. She blows me away every single time, which is a win because so few authors seem to do that for me.
I know for a fact that I would have finished this novel the day I started it (had I not gone out with the family). It sucks you right in from page one and it doesn't let you go. The novel, as the blurb suggests, is about Ash finding a way to get a soul so he can enter the iron realm where he can finally be with Meghan.
And my gosh, what an adventure!
The Iron Knight shows sides to Ash we have never seen before and even though we get to see some of the horrors of his past, I couldn't love him more. The Iron Knight features a stella cast with Puck, Grem and a few surprising camoes along the way.
Honestly, I don't know how to put the amazingness of this novel into a review. I cried. I cried. I gasped. I was on the edge of my seat.
The Iron Knight is a fantastic ending (though I honestly never want this to end) to a series that I am in love with. I love Iron Fey, I love Ash and all the characters and after you've all finished The Iron Knight, I can be sure you'll love it as much as I.
Thank you Julie for creating such an amazing series with amazing characters, amazing storylines, an amazing world.
Posted at: http://writingsmydrug.blogspot.com/2011/07/review-iron-knight-by-julie-kagawa.html
I know for a fact that I would have finished this novel the day I started it (had I not gone out with the family). It sucks you right in from page one and it doesn't let you go. The novel, as the blurb suggests, is about Ash finding a way to get a soul so he can enter the iron realm where he can finally be with Meghan.
And my gosh, what an adventure!
The Iron Knight shows sides to Ash we have never seen before and even though we get to see some of the horrors of his past, I couldn't love him more. The Iron Knight features a stella cast with Puck, Grem and a few surprising camoes along the way.
Honestly, I don't know how to put the amazingness of this novel into a review. I cried. I cried. I gasped. I was on the edge of my seat.
The Iron Knight is a fantastic ending (though I honestly never want this to end) to a series that I am in love with. I love Iron Fey, I love Ash and all the characters and after you've all finished The Iron Knight, I can be sure you'll love it as much as I.
Thank you Julie for creating such an amazing series with amazing characters, amazing storylines, an amazing world.
Posted at: http://writingsmydrug.blogspot.com/2011/07/review-iron-knight-by-julie-kagawa.html
sjtouqan's review against another edition
4.0
Honestly, I think over time I have gotten more and more critical with my book reviews. Or is it just me? Well, anyways, I decided I would give this book somewhere in between 4 and 5 stars. So, I decided a 4.99999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999999 would suffice. Unfortunately, I couldn't gather up enough "willpower" to tap on the fifth star. I loved the book, I really did, but I thought the middle was immensely boring compared to the rest of the book. Hell, the rest of the series
Although I loved this book. I found many flaws. Before I get started, don't badger me on my supposed 'dumb' or 'ridiculous' review. Trust me, I'll justify my words.
First of all, I did NOT like Puck's ending. I didn't think he got the right one. I thought Puck should have at least gotten something happy. Like a potential love interest, or friend. Something new and unique to him.
Second, I thought the feud that Ash and Puck had was childish. Yeah, someone might've died, but I thought that was taking it a little too far with the stupid vow. Hating on Puck, or vice versa isn't going to help squat, so just pull on your big girl panties and deal with the fact that Ariella is gone or supposedly gone.
Speaking of which, I have yet to rant about Ariella. Well, actually, scratch that. I am not ranting about her, I am ranting about her being so much better than Meghan. I LOVE HER! I loved the way she sacrificed everything, and even though she knew that he ended up with M, she still asked, for her sake. I liked that and I liked her a lot.
Well, besides with all the stuff I didn't like, I liked the boo. Overall great and I WANT MORE PUCK.
Although I loved this book. I found many flaws. Before I get started, don't badger me on my supposed 'dumb' or 'ridiculous' review. Trust me, I'll justify my words.
First of all, I did NOT like Puck's ending. I didn't think he got the right one. I thought Puck should have at least gotten something happy. Like a potential love interest, or friend. Something new and unique to him.
Second, I thought the feud that Ash and Puck had was childish. Yeah, someone might've died, but I thought that was taking it a little too far with the stupid vow. Hating on Puck, or vice versa isn't going to help squat, so just pull on your big girl panties and deal with the fact that Ariella is gone or supposedly gone.
Speaking of which, I have yet to rant about Ariella. Well, actually, scratch that. I am not ranting about her, I am ranting about her being so much better than Meghan. I LOVE HER! I loved the way she sacrificed everything, and even though she knew that he ended up with M, she still asked, for her sake. I liked that and I liked her a lot.
Well, besides with all the stuff I didn't like, I liked the boo. Overall great and I WANT MORE PUCK.
sarahjanejudson's review against another edition
5.0
I took my time reading this, not bc it wasn't drawing me in...but bc I was sad for it to end. I love Ash & Meghan & this was one awesome Faery series. Absolutely loved it. And Puck? I'll truly miss him.