izzyschnizzy's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
hoosgracie's review against another edition
3.0
Picks up right after the Water Mirror taking Merle to Hell to ask Lord Light for help while Seraphim works with the rebels in Venice against the Egyptians. Ends a bit abruptly, but has great narration.
maartjeida's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
alfspoilerspren's review
adventurous
dark
mysterious
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
monsterturtle's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
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? Yes
4.5
naiu_cs's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-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
3.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Injury/Injury detail, Death, and Violence
Minor: War
somewheregirl7's review against another edition
4.0
In the second Dark Reflections book the story fractures, following Merle as she sets off with the Flowing Queen to find help for Venice against the Pharaoh's invading army and also following Serafin's story as he stays behind in Venice.
The story jumps around a lot between the two characters, though Merle still receives the majority of page time. That jump can be a bit disconcerting and was at times awkward. Otherwise the story continues to intrigue me and the world building is excellent. Meyer has a way with characters that draws you in and I really love Merle and Serafin. Though, as usual with many YA/Middle Grade readers, the romantic interest between the two main characters feels a bit forced. They're just kids so Serafin's apparent love for Merle is rather far-fetched and sudden considering the two barely met in the previous book and the events of this book follow closely after.
I will definitely be reading the final book in the series.
The story jumps around a lot between the two characters, though Merle still receives the majority of page time. That jump can be a bit disconcerting and was at times awkward. Otherwise the story continues to intrigue me and the world building is excellent. Meyer has a way with characters that draws you in and I really love Merle and Serafin. Though, as usual with many YA/Middle Grade readers, the romantic interest between the two main characters feels a bit forced. They're just kids so Serafin's apparent love for Merle is rather far-fetched and sudden considering the two barely met in the previous book and the events of this book follow closely after.
I will definitely be reading the final book in the series.
squishies's review against another edition
4.0
Gah. So good.^^^^You kinda can figure out the twist, but it's still exciting when you get to it.^^^^Need. Third. Book.
amerdale's review against another edition
3.0
Meine Rezension zur Trilogie: https://amerdale.wordpress.com/2015/07/01/gelesen-kai-meyer-merle-trilogie/