elenival's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
tense
fast-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
5.0
The writing, the pacing, the planning, the narration, the humor, the complex themes. Most impressive yes yes.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Slavery
somelatenightreading's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-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
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Slavery
Moderate: Death
ailsaod's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I'm pretty sure this was the last book I read in the series when I was wee as I felt it was too dark but this time around I would say this is the best book in the series (so far at least!). This book is a lot darker than any previous instalment in the series but, unlike the previous couple books, this time in a much more enjoyable way.
A lot of elements established prior in the series come together with a focus on parents - the roles of Stoick and Valhallarama as well as Fishlegs' parents are important and made me a bit emotional. Stoick actually talks about his feelings (admittedly he doesn't realise Hiccup is there but this is still development!). Excelinor and Valhallarama have a debate about why their son should be king that was just amazing. There is even some time spent on Snotlout and his father Baggybum, although that is a very distinct contrast to all the other parent child relationships.
Additionally I would do anything for Eggingarde! AAH! I know she is only in the book for a little bit but she is the best: she roars at things when she's scared and tries to make hiccup feel better when they are both having a rubbish time and she just needs a good hug?
This book definitely renewed my interest in continuing (and finishing?) the series!
Content Warnings
Minor: Slavery
rosita's review
adventurous
funny
tense
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? It's complicated
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Confinement
Moderate: Death of parent and Slavery
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