mrshershey09's review against another edition
5.0
Once the story got started 1/4 way through book 1 I was hooked and can't get enough. Ready to start book 3!
alishreads's review against another edition
4.0
Name: North! Or Be Eaten
Author: Andrew Peterson
Genre: Children Fiction, Fantasy, Sci-fi
Age: +6
Review:
Sequel of On The Edge of The Dark Sea of Darkness.
The cover is full of illustrations, which makes it eye catching for the readers.
First they found themselves on the edge of the dark sea of Darkness, but now they are forced to the North or be eaten.
Three siblings, Janner Igiby, Tink and Leeli were supposed to be ordinary children with a normal past. But the truth is uncovered now, they are the Lost Jewels of Anniera, heirs to a legendary kingdom across the sea, and suddenly everyone wants to kill them.
The story follows from the end of the first book, where the three children, Janner Igiby, Tink and their crippled sister Leeli have to flee to the Ice Prairies in order to survive against the lizardlike monster, Fangs of Dangs.
Master storyteller, Andrew Peterson returns with his quirky writing style and homour. The story is thrilling and enchanting for the readers and it feels like this book devours the reader's attention with absolutely amazing story and wonderful illustrations throughout the pages of the book.
Author: Andrew Peterson
Genre: Children Fiction, Fantasy, Sci-fi
Age: +6
Review:
Sequel of On The Edge of The Dark Sea of Darkness.
The cover is full of illustrations, which makes it eye catching for the readers.
First they found themselves on the edge of the dark sea of Darkness, but now they are forced to the North or be eaten.
Three siblings, Janner Igiby, Tink and Leeli were supposed to be ordinary children with a normal past. But the truth is uncovered now, they are the Lost Jewels of Anniera, heirs to a legendary kingdom across the sea, and suddenly everyone wants to kill them.
The story follows from the end of the first book, where the three children, Janner Igiby, Tink and their crippled sister Leeli have to flee to the Ice Prairies in order to survive against the lizardlike monster, Fangs of Dangs.
Master storyteller, Andrew Peterson returns with his quirky writing style and homour. The story is thrilling and enchanting for the readers and it feels like this book devours the reader's attention with absolutely amazing story and wonderful illustrations throughout the pages of the book.
phteven's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
5.0
houser023's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
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
bigbear73's review against another edition
5.0
UPDATE: I've updated my rating to 5 stars after reading with my daughter.
I try to refrain from 5 starring books - I feel like it's a designation that needs to be saved for those books that need to be set apart.
This books was just short of that. I'm now fully in love with the Igiby's and anyone who is on their side, and I want to fight all of their enemies for them. Yes, there were moments in the middle/late middle where I made up my mind that I would finish the book, but not the series, as it seemed to have lost some of it's magic.
But, like many of the best books, the ending not only saved it, it brought the rest of the book up a notch.
I love this series, and anticipate I'll likely buy the set to read to my children. Which should be enough of a recommendation for you to at least give book 1 a chance and see if the Igiby adventures, Aerwiar and toothy cows are for you.
I try to refrain from 5 starring books - I feel like it's a designation that needs to be saved for those books that need to be set apart.
This books was just short of that. I'm now fully in love with the Igiby's and anyone who is on their side, and I want to fight all of their enemies for them. Yes, there were moments in the middle/late middle where I made up my mind that I would finish the book, but not the series, as it seemed to have lost some of it's magic.
But, like many of the best books, the ending not only saved it, it brought the rest of the book up a notch.
I love this series, and anticipate I'll likely buy the set to read to my children. Which should be enough of a recommendation for you to at least give book 1 a chance and see if the Igiby adventures, Aerwiar and toothy cows are for you.
lexie2516's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
5.0
juani's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
hopeful
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? No
4.0
tgooge429's review against another edition
5.0
I really enjoyed this. I believe I like it even better than the first installment.
In this book, the Igiby family is on the run after the children discover life altering secrets about their family. On their journey, they often find themselves in very bleak and dangerous situations. Their overall quest filled with fear, obstacles and tests of character. A lot for a child to handle, but as I noticed in the first book, a reality of the world that we live in.
I appreciated how well Andrew Peterson is able to write a story that is geared towards children, while conveying in a simple yet effective way the truth about abandonment, fear, and perseverance. The characters are heroic yet human, as well as complex yet relatable. There is also wonderful humor that both children and adults will appreciate.
There are a couple scenes of a mild form of torture, and this book deals with heavier themes so I would definitely recommend to older children.
In this book, the Igiby family is on the run after the children discover life altering secrets about their family. On their journey, they often find themselves in very bleak and dangerous situations. Their overall quest filled with fear, obstacles and tests of character. A lot for a child to handle, but as I noticed in the first book, a reality of the world that we live in.
I appreciated how well Andrew Peterson is able to write a story that is geared towards children, while conveying in a simple yet effective way the truth about abandonment, fear, and perseverance. The characters are heroic yet human, as well as complex yet relatable. There is also wonderful humor that both children and adults will appreciate.
There are a couple scenes of a mild form of torture, and this book deals with heavier themes so I would definitely recommend to older children.
jmschomers's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.5