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_rachelelock's review against another edition
1.0
dnf @ 48%. So I started this book over 2 months ago and I read the first 200 pages in like 3 days. I didn’t LOVE the story line but I didn’t hate it either. Everything was pretty mediocre for me. But then I started to lose interest in the story. I didn’t care for the characters or the plot. And so after two months of not reading it I’ve decided to DNF it because it’s just not working for me. Such a disappointment because this book had so much potential.
venla_reads's review against another edition
1.0
This was entertaining enough to listen to as an audiobook while cleaning etc, but that's it. The beginning was quite enjoyable - I liked this more than 'the Selection' , which was so dull that I can't remember if I finished it - but the rest of the book was just boring. The plot isn't strong enough, there's no surprises, the main character has her moments but most of the time she is annoying and uninteresting. Also, why is this called a fantasy book?? There was nothing supernatural going on.
ca23's review against another edition
adventurous
slow-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
the_literary_harlot's review against another edition
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
I enjoyed the main character's arc. Parts of the book reminded me of Jamestown on PBC (I love that TV series btw).
uselesspirateraven's review against another edition
adventurous
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism, Religious bigotry, Classism, and Deportation
Moderate: Misogyny, Sexual assault, Sexual content, and Xenophobia
Minor: Death of parent
temporary_escaper's review against another edition
4.0
I'm honestly amazed by how much I enjoyed this book. Every time I try to read these types I always get bored, but the author's writing style keeps you interested through every page. So much happens that by the time you finish you feel like you actually know the characters.
Adelaide starts off very selfish and arrogant while living with her grandmother, but you slowly see her transform into a smart and independent caring woman. With books that normally do that with characters they make that transition quickly and unrealistically, but in The Glittering Court the transformation seemed real.
This book is somewhat long and she definitely explains a lot of things in detail, but definitely worth the read. Can't wait to read the second one.
Adelaide starts off very selfish and arrogant while living with her grandmother, but you slowly see her transform into a smart and independent caring woman. With books that normally do that with characters they make that transition quickly and unrealistically, but in The Glittering Court the transformation seemed real.
This book is somewhat long and she definitely explains a lot of things in detail, but definitely worth the read. Can't wait to read the second one.
swiftie1977's review against another edition
5.0
I don't want to give away any spoilers. But I love this book. At first I was like hmm I don't know about it. Because yes it's different from Richelle Mead's other series. But people look past it and read it as if you never read vampire academy or Bloodlines. You keep reading thinking come on just tell him already how you feel.. And then you think damn it's over?? I really want to read more books to this one. I want to know about the remaining girls, will they find husbands?
Because the bases for this book is the lower class learning how to be upper class and finding a rich or decent higher class husband.
Because the bases for this book is the lower class learning how to be upper class and finding a rich or decent higher class husband.
tiffanynoel's review against another edition
3.0
The idea was fairly interesting. The characters were pretty cool too! I liked the character development in the main character. The time period really confused me.. obviously it’s older but there were some modern things too so.. what? It was also fairly predictable and juvenile. Fun read though!
bookhoarder76's review against another edition
5.0
I don't know why I waited so long to dive into this one I've always LOVED Richelle Mead. This was amazing listened to on audio the narration was spot on. I can't wait for book 2!
aprilreads_andwanders's review against another edition
1.0
Meh. DNF I'm bored to tears, which is a shame because I've enjoyed Mead's other books. If your halfway through and really just don't care what happens to the characters or how things turn out, it's time to move on.