pagesofash's review
adventurous
lighthearted
mysterious
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? No
4.0
malgosiareads's review
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Strong 3.0★
We continue to travel in the Up and Under with Avery and Zib who try to find their way home. I loved how we kept exploring adult concepts through the lens of children and their magical friends. Yet, somewhere I also felt that the first book was more packed with action. I had a good time, and the audiobook is great for keeping one company while cleaning the house, but it wasn't as engaging as the previous one.
We continue to travel in the Up and Under with Avery and Zib who try to find their way home. I loved how we kept exploring adult concepts through the lens of children and their magical friends. Yet, somewhere I also felt that the first book was more packed with action. I had a good time, and the audiobook is great for keeping one company while cleaning the house, but it wasn't as engaging as the previous one.
creativelifeofliz's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
I enjoyed this piece of the Up-and-Under story. I look forward to seeing the adventure continue.
qwerty88's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-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
3.75
purplebeanbooks's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
lonelyghostsclub's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
mysterious
sad
medium-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
4.0
micheala's review
4.0
This is a case where the sequel is just as good as the first book.
We continue to get the lovely and whimsical character interactions, as well as more worldbuilding. The world is just as charming, with just the touch of darkness that makes it feel realistic without being so dark it loses the middle grade charm.
I feel even more strongly that this series is like a cozy fantasy version of a Door-world you would find in the Wayward Children series. I'm excited to see how many entries this adventure is going to be.
We continue to get the lovely and whimsical character interactions, as well as more worldbuilding. The world is just as charming, with just the touch of darkness that makes it feel realistic without being so dark it loses the middle grade charm.
I feel even more strongly that this series is like a cozy fantasy version of a Door-world you would find in the Wayward Children series. I'm excited to see how many entries this adventure is going to be.
becandbooks's review against another edition
4.0
The sequel to Over the Woodward Wall, Along the Saltwise Sea continues the journey of Avery and Zib. They are stuck in a land, reminiscent of the classical Wonderland, following the Improbable Road to get home. But not all paths are straight.
Baker instills their whimsical, fairytale narrative to invite readers into a world much beyond what we know. The narrators voice is straightforward in a very amusing way, not shying away from the ridiculousness of the tale. A fantastic followup to a wonderful series of wholly engaging novellas.
Note: Review copy received from NetGalley. This does not impact opinions within this review.
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Baker instills their whimsical, fairytale narrative to invite readers into a world much beyond what we know. The narrators voice is straightforward in a very amusing way, not shying away from the ridiculousness of the tale. A fantastic followup to a wonderful series of wholly engaging novellas.
→ trigger warnings:Spoiler
emesis, captivity, drowning recounted
Note: Review copy received from NetGalley. This does not impact opinions within this review.
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sab_rose's review against another edition
4.0
Love love love this series.
Would have finished it sooner had cozy Christmas books were distracting me
Would have finished it sooner had cozy Christmas books were distracting me
hmmclean's review
adventurous
funny
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0