jemcam's review against another edition
2.0
I only partially finished this one, but it didn't capture my attention like her first book did. That book made me laugh out loud several times.
nikireads100's review against another edition
5.0
This book was pretty funny and this author has quite an interesting way of telling a story. This constantly told in the story tellers perspective; as if they were there and watching it all unfold. Mr. Shen is probably the best character I have ever read. I have not read the first book, but now I really want to. If you like adventure stories I suggest giving this one a chance.
lawnis04's review against another edition
2.0
I'd like to, in actuality, give this book two and a half stars, because it wasn't so bad as to garner a two, but also, wouldn't quite make three. Alex and the Ironic Gentleman was cute, witty, and highly enjoyable to read. I mentioned it to a few people, because I thought it was worth mentioning. However, its sequel did not live up to the first book. I felt this book tried too hard to be funny, and it just lost its appeal as a result. Shame really. :( Ah well, you can't win with them all I suppose.
gandalf's review against another edition
5.0
Pirates, a Canadian ninja, three menacing black cabs, a dragon in human form, a realistically flawed but still lovable main character, and a wonderful cross-country trek to save the day? Everything I expected plus more from the sequel of one of my favorite books.
It seems a lot of people didn't like Timothy. I can see why: he's got an attitude and is much more cynical than the amazing Alex. But I liked him. He was a realistic human being. And he does change towards the end.
The thing I love about these books is that they remind me of fairytales. The main character goes on a mission to rescue a friend from peril, meets a large cast of interesting characters on the way, and gets into all sorts of dangerous situations. Very much like a fairytale, only wackier and funnier and more exciting.
I hope I get to see more of Alex and Timothy someday!
It seems a lot of people didn't like Timothy. I can see why: he's got an attitude and is much more cynical than the amazing Alex. But I liked him. He was a realistic human being. And he does change towards the end.
The thing I love about these books is that they remind me of fairytales. The main character goes on a mission to rescue a friend from peril, meets a large cast of interesting characters on the way, and gets into all sorts of dangerous situations. Very much like a fairytale, only wackier and funnier and more exciting.
I hope I get to see more of Alex and Timothy someday!
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