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catiewrong's review against another edition
3.0
I have so many mixed feelings. I loved the realistic portrayal of Simon's depression after losing his magic but I got bored halfway through. And I just wanted them to be in love again, waiting for them to make up at the end, only to be led into another cliff hanger. Interested to see what happens next though. I adore the seried and characters so here's to hoping the third installment is better.
ebidebby's review against another edition
5.0
While I collect my thoughts on this book, let me just say I was hooked from the first page, Rainbow Rowell just GETS it, and I liked this one even better than Carry On (and I LOVED Carry On).
madlovenovelist's review against another edition
3.0
Actual rating 3.5 stars.
I was really looking forward to jumping back into the Simon Snow universe.
‘Wayward Son’ did not have the same tone as ‘Carry On.’ There was less of that Potteresque magic and silliness. The angst between Simon and Baz is still there and fabulously kept my attention (if at times, a little juvenile.) Though, it was as if we rolled back Simon and Baz’s relationship for the sake of angst. I’m not mad at it, though I do feel a little cheated.
This felt more like a tale or anecdote rather than a novel. A road tip.
Where ‘Carry On’ felt rich in atmosphere and world building, ‘Wayward Son,’ was a little sparse in comparison. I’m guessing this novel is suffering a lot of that middle book syndrome, where it is about introducing new characters, and setting up a lot of things for the next instalment ‘Where the Wind Blows.’
There is something about Rainbow Rowell’s writing style in this franchise that feels so breezy and innocent. I’m not a massive fantasy reader anymore, but this series definitely gives me all the feels and I was very content to kick back and fall into the world of Simon and Baz with a cuppa on the balcony.
I wasn’t too sure about the plot of ‘Wayward Son,’ there is a lot of time spent with the characters ambling and re-orientating themselves. Trying to find their purpose. I think that is what lost me a bit too. Yes, I love the characters, and the angst, and the magical world they live in… but that meandering purpose dragged a little too long into the novel.
A cute twist at the end involving the new character to the gang was a pleasant surprise and definitely has me intrigued with release of the final book in this trilogy.
In terms of story, ‘Wayward Son’ is interesting, but not one that had me chomping at the bit to read the sequel. It’s more about the characters for me, and I’m hoping that Rowell ups the ante in the third book in the franchise. While I enjoyed ‘Wayward Son,’ it was more of a so-so read. Another novel I’ll hang back on recommending until I read the next in the series: it will make or break my love of the franchise.
I was really looking forward to jumping back into the Simon Snow universe.
‘Wayward Son’ did not have the same tone as ‘Carry On.’ There was less of that Potteresque magic and silliness. The angst between Simon and Baz is still there and fabulously kept my attention (if at times, a little juvenile.) Though, it was as if we rolled back Simon and Baz’s relationship for the sake of angst. I’m not mad at it, though I do feel a little cheated.
This felt more like a tale or anecdote rather than a novel. A road tip.
Where ‘Carry On’ felt rich in atmosphere and world building, ‘Wayward Son,’ was a little sparse in comparison. I’m guessing this novel is suffering a lot of that middle book syndrome, where it is about introducing new characters, and setting up a lot of things for the next instalment ‘Where the Wind Blows.’
There is something about Rainbow Rowell’s writing style in this franchise that feels so breezy and innocent. I’m not a massive fantasy reader anymore, but this series definitely gives me all the feels and I was very content to kick back and fall into the world of Simon and Baz with a cuppa on the balcony.
I wasn’t too sure about the plot of ‘Wayward Son,’ there is a lot of time spent with the characters ambling and re-orientating themselves. Trying to find their purpose. I think that is what lost me a bit too. Yes, I love the characters, and the angst, and the magical world they live in… but that meandering purpose dragged a little too long into the novel.
A cute twist at the end involving the new character to the gang was a pleasant surprise and definitely has me intrigued with release of the final book in this trilogy.
In terms of story, ‘Wayward Son’ is interesting, but not one that had me chomping at the bit to read the sequel. It’s more about the characters for me, and I’m hoping that Rowell ups the ante in the third book in the franchise. While I enjoyed ‘Wayward Son,’ it was more of a so-so read. Another novel I’ll hang back on recommending until I read the next in the series: it will make or break my love of the franchise.
librarianpeter's review against another edition
3.0
I have to say that I didn't enjoy this one as much as the first book. The premise sounded quite fun and I was looking forward to seeing the "after" that comes after the happy ending. While we did sort of get that, I found the characters to be more annoying than in the last book. Penelope especially, but mostly her in regards to Shepard. Baz and Simon just danced around each other NOT COMMUNICATING and thinking that the other wanted to dump them. It was an ok read, not the most spectacular.
yasisami's review against another edition
3.0
for characters that talk a lot, they sure don’t communicate.
emfaye's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
bookblight's review against another edition
4.0
I really enjoyed the difference in magical culture from England to the US. And the rest of the book is much what I expected. It's very satisfying in a fanfiction sort of way. Quick and easy to digest.