bookish_holz's review against another edition
adventurous
informative
lighthearted
medium-paced
3.0
The writing style is strange to me. The story itself is interesting and enjoyable but at the same time it's hard to emotionally invest yourself. There are parts that large amounts of time pass by and you just gave to catch up emotionally. Then towards the end everything happens all at once and quite quickly. It's straight to the point. It could easily be just a standalone in my opinion. I have no idea what the second one could be about, I can only assume the dragons. It seems like it's well wrapped up though.
smartestpotato's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
There was a focus on romance, which I’m not that into, but the world building and action made up for that for me
tribblehippy's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
mlirwin's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
hopeful
mysterious
fast-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
4.5
musicalpepsi's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
becksgoesbookish's review against another edition
4.0
I’m a sucker for a retelling and a gorgeous cover, so I’ve been wanting to read Daughter of the Moon Goddess for awhile, and was super excited to receive an ARC of the audiobook from NetGalley and HarperCollins Audio UK in exchange for an honest review.
At a high level, this story is about Xingyin, the daughter of the moon goddess who has to flee her home on the moon and make her own way in the Celestial Kingdom without being discovered.
While attempting to free her mother from her exile on the moon, she is lead down a path of self-discovery, experiences first (and second) loves, and heartbreak.
Not only is the writing style beautiful and flowing, but the narration was wonderfully immersive. I do think I enjoyed this book more in audio form, than I would have reading a physical copy, as the narrative style really brought the lyrical writing to life.
Though I enjoyed this story overall, the pacing was uneven at times. Some parts of the story would move very quickly with time jumps or glancing over seemingly important events, while other scenes seemed to drag on for a comparatively long time.
But I will definitely be reading the second book in the duology (I mean I HAVE to know what happens with the two love interests, and yes I prefer the one who is probably less popular).
At a high level, this story is about Xingyin, the daughter of the moon goddess who has to flee her home on the moon and make her own way in the Celestial Kingdom without being discovered.
While attempting to free her mother from her exile on the moon, she is lead down a path of self-discovery, experiences first (and second) loves, and heartbreak.
Not only is the writing style beautiful and flowing, but the narration was wonderfully immersive. I do think I enjoyed this book more in audio form, than I would have reading a physical copy, as the narrative style really brought the lyrical writing to life.
Though I enjoyed this story overall, the pacing was uneven at times. Some parts of the story would move very quickly with time jumps or glancing over seemingly important events, while other scenes seemed to drag on for a comparatively long time.
But I will definitely be reading the second book in the duology (I mean I HAVE to know what happens with the two love interests, and yes I prefer the one who is probably less popular).
brillybee's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
4.25
powellmer's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
belle_fiction's review against another edition
5.0
Six celestial stars! This book was perfection and an absolute dream to read. Tan’s writing is lyrical, elegant and completely immersive!
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