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nicolatte's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
This book is a wet dream for any horse obsessed person or scrupulous planning enthusiasts. The plan made by the leading characters was intricate and planned very meticulously. Character dynamics were incredible, a nice mix of angst and fluff. I loved the way the book went about explaining the problems faced throughout the planning process, the outcome of it all was just as satisfying. Although, if you are not a connoisseur of all things horse and/or articulate planning such as I then it may get a little boring. Overall, the writing and plot kept me interested till the very end.
kiki870's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
relaxing
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
5.0
Beyond tells the story of why the people of Valdemar fled the Eastern Empire to find a new land to settle. It is full of twists and turns, and it explains so much that will be found in later parts of the series. In its own way, it’s a cautionary tale about unchecked power and the corruption and greed it can create. It has become a matter of when, not if, the empire will fall. It’s far too late to change the course of its fall, the corruption too deeply embedded. So Baron Valdemar and his followers create a plan to escape. The meticulous organization their plan required is mind-boggling, years in the making. And it isn’t without out unforeseen problems, which just make the story that much more interesting. There is a different feel to Beyond, and I can’t quite put my finger on what that difference was. It didn’t put me off, but there just was something different about it. But I still quite enjoyed it, and I’m looking forward to the next book in the series!
apotheroses's review against another edition
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Surprising commentary on the automation of menial labor
Content Warnings
Moderate: Slavery and Murder
thejestess's review against another edition
4.0
I can't tell if it's the nostalgia of going back to Valdemar or what, but this was exactly what my brain wanted and it delivered on every front. Some nice solid planning of plots and execution, some satisfying magic, no miscommunication-leading-to-angst, and no one character that drove me nuts! Excited to read the next one, hopeful that rereading in this universe doesn't become my personality for the next few months :)
hmerwin13's review against another edition
adventurous
inspiring
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
What a wild ride this was! Loved the characters and how much Kordas cares! I’m really excited to see how this trilogy sets the stage for the rest of Valdemar!
awanderinglibrarianreads's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0