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nerdysread's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
A really great book. But with too many HP references
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death and Death
kassidyreads's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death and Death
urmigurimgay's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
It's a very easy read and I loved every second of it.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child death and Death
Minor: Body horror, Blood, Grief, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail
lolaslalaland's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
slow-paced
3.5
This is a very slow moving middle grade urban fantasy/supernatural horror.
We follow Cassidy Blake, a young 11/12 year old who had an accident a year ago where she fell into a freezing river and died. Jacob, a ghost, saved her that day and she was able to come back to life and he somehow got a free ticket to walk around the world of the living (though no one other than Cassidy can see him).
Honestly, it's a pretty dark and atmospheric read, and definitely would be well loved by any young teen who doesn't feel like they fully fit in or if they like a good ghost story because this book takes place in Edinburgh. The Scottish city well known for is haunted-ness.
I really loved the vibe of the book and the idea of the story, but I do think it lacked a little bit on character work, I didn't feel very attached to anyone other than Jacob, and ultimately this first book in the trilogy felt like an introductory book, like it was just setting up the real adventure that is to come in the next two. Because of that, I am quite excited to continue!
We follow Cassidy Blake, a young 11/12 year old who had an accident a year ago where she fell into a freezing river and died. Jacob, a ghost, saved her that day and she was able to come back to life and he somehow got a free ticket to walk around the world of the living (though no one other than Cassidy can see him).
Honestly, it's a pretty dark and atmospheric read, and definitely would be well loved by any young teen who doesn't feel like they fully fit in or if they like a good ghost story because this book takes place in Edinburgh. The Scottish city well known for is haunted-ness.
I really loved the vibe of the book and the idea of the story, but I do think it lacked a little bit on character work, I didn't feel very attached to anyone other than Jacob, and ultimately this first book in the trilogy felt like an introductory book, like it was just setting up the real adventure that is to come in the next two. Because of that, I am quite excited to continue!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child death and Death
Minor: Violence
liz_liz's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
This book was meh for me. The cover gives off a completely different vibe from what the book is about. Also, the Harry Potter references have aged poorly and annoyed me as a non fan.
But, I did like the magic/ghosts aspects. As well as the main girl and boy staying as friends.
I don’t think I am the target audience for this book, so take my review with a grain of salt.
But, I did like the magic/ghosts aspects. As well as the main girl and boy staying as friends.
I don’t think I am the target audience for this book, so take my review with a grain of salt.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death and Death
theunfinishedbookshelf's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child death
rory_john14's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death, Death, Kidnapping, Death of parent, and Fire/Fire injury
Minor: Body horror, Misogyny, Sexism, Blood, Murder, and Injury/Injury detail
dosxhime's review
adventurous
dark
mysterious
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? No
4.0
I will admit that I did this for Miss Victoria Swab, but I don't regret a single thing. I was surprised that this was such a middle-grader book (but I should have expected that when I went to the middle school section of the library), but it was actually very good??? Like the atmosphere, the history, and how cool the Veil sounds, absolutely mind-blowing.
The best part of the novel is the friendship between Jacob and Cass, which I honestly need more of. I would love to see things in Jacob's perspective and his bright personality. Honestly, such an iconic duo. How Cass and Jacob meet and become entangled was an interesting read and I found myself overanalyzing everything because oomf these kids deserve everything and more.
3.9/ 5 C+
The best part of the novel is the friendship between Jacob and Cass, which I honestly need more of. I would love to see things in Jacob's perspective and his bright personality. Honestly, such an iconic duo. How Cass and Jacob meet and become entangled was an interesting read and I found myself overanalyzing everything because oomf these kids deserve everything and more.
3.9/ 5 C+
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child death and Death
morganperks's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-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? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death, Death, and Grief
Moderate: Violence, Blood, and Death of parent
Minor: Animal death, Body horror, Kidnapping, Car accident, and Murder
skar's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
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? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child death, Death, and Death of parent
Minor: Body horror