i_will_papercut_a_bish's review against another edition
5.0
It's rare that an author endears a set of characters to me enough to make me cry, but Sarah Prineas has done it with The Magic Thief series. Fascinating story line, unique voice and rough-around-the-edges characters that I've grown increasingly attached to. Beautiful.
nipomuki's review
5.0
I liked the third book even better than the first two! Maybe because it was all new to me? I love where this is going, and how we learn about the magic and where it comes from. I love the way Conn relates to others, always true to himself and the magic. I was deeply touched by Nevery‘s grief close to the end. Sniff.
Now I have to switch to ebook, or buy the last two books in audio format, too... Decisions, decisions.
Now I have to switch to ebook, or buy the last two books in audio format, too... Decisions, decisions.
healnotslay's review
4.0
i really didn't remember much of this series other than a general wholesome vibe nice
wellactjoally's review against another edition
5.0
Listened on audiobook, 7yo and I loved it! Dragons and magic.
Warning for death of parent.
Warning for death of parent.
megyeager's review against another edition
5.0
This story is so well-crafted. The entire tale is an inspiration for me. The simplistic prose combined with the phenomenal world-building is exactly what middle grade fiction should be. The story is accessible in every sense (disabled character rising to power!!!) and teaches lessons that kids need to hear. 5/5 stars
bbraden's review against another edition
4.0
"Never turn your back on a dragon!
Sneaking out of prison isn't easy, unless you are a thief, or a wizard. Luckily, Conn is both! Trouble is, once he's out, where does he go? His home is a pile of rubble since he blew it up doing magic. His master, the wizard Nevery, is not happy with him. Worst of all, Conn's been exiled, and staying in the city will mean his death. But Wellmet is in danger from an evil predator coming to destroy the city, and Conn must set off on a quest to fight it. Suddenly, a huge shadow looms over him and he is swept away by something more awesome than his wildest imaginings. Is Conn brave enough to answer magic's call, or is he really just a thief at heart?
Sarah Prineas's incredible world explodes with adventure#151;a place where cities run on living magic and heroes come from the most surprising places."
So bright and creative. I wish I was able to read books like this when I was younger! Prineas leads you on a journey both delightful and mischevious. I want to go back and read the first books now- and will probably be buying this series for my neice and nephew.
Sneaking out of prison isn't easy, unless you are a thief, or a wizard. Luckily, Conn is both! Trouble is, once he's out, where does he go? His home is a pile of rubble since he blew it up doing magic. His master, the wizard Nevery, is not happy with him. Worst of all, Conn's been exiled, and staying in the city will mean his death. But Wellmet is in danger from an evil predator coming to destroy the city, and Conn must set off on a quest to fight it. Suddenly, a huge shadow looms over him and he is swept away by something more awesome than his wildest imaginings. Is Conn brave enough to answer magic's call, or is he really just a thief at heart?
Sarah Prineas's incredible world explodes with adventure#151;a place where cities run on living magic and heroes come from the most surprising places."
So bright and creative. I wish I was able to read books like this when I was younger! Prineas leads you on a journey both delightful and mischevious. I want to go back and read the first books now- and will probably be buying this series for my neice and nephew.
poeseph29's review against another edition
2.0
interesting ideas but not as well developed as the first.
alexa_ayana's review against another edition
4.0
Seri ini makin seru dan penuh kejutan. Walaupun Conn dianggap banyak membuat masalah tapi dia juga anak yang paling berdedikasi menyelamatkan kotanya. Walaupun di buku pertama di sebutkan bahwa naga telah punah, di buku ketiga ini mereka kembali muncul dan membuka takbir misteri tentang sihir.
Konflik buku ini masih berlanjut dari buku pertama dan kedua. Di ceritakan masih dari POV Conn, diary Nevery dan Rowan kita di bawa ke perjalanan panjang penuh lika liku Conn untuk mencari batu sihirnya yang ke-2. Dan well.. Buku ini penuh kejutan hohoho.. Penasaran dengan tambahan buku ke-4 karena seri ini aslinya di sebut sebagai trilogi. Ini adalah seri yang seru, menggambarkan sihir sebagai makhluk hidup dan bisa dijelaskan secara ilmiah. Karakter-karakternya juga cukup kompleks walaupun ini adalah buku anak-anak.
Konflik buku ini masih berlanjut dari buku pertama dan kedua. Di ceritakan masih dari POV Conn, diary Nevery dan Rowan kita di bawa ke perjalanan panjang penuh lika liku Conn untuk mencari batu sihirnya yang ke-2. Dan well.. Buku ini penuh kejutan hohoho.. Penasaran dengan tambahan buku ke-4 karena seri ini aslinya di sebut sebagai trilogi. Ini adalah seri yang seru, menggambarkan sihir sebagai makhluk hidup dan bisa dijelaskan secara ilmiah. Karakter-karakternya juga cukup kompleks walaupun ini adalah buku anak-anak.
islaheather's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
ghumpherys's review against another edition
4.0
Another fun audiobook in this series! Made our road trip go by even faster. I loved the involvement of dragons in the story!