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sweets_reads's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
kweathersby's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
informative
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
4.25
stormywolf's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
4.0
Being a long-time fan of Colfer and his Fowl series, it was a no-brainer to see this was coming out and immediately know I had to read it. Actually, the only reason I didn't read this book sooner was that the release of the book was a bit...off. For some reason, the book was scheduled for release in October 2021, but all that became available was the audiobook. Then, when the text versions released a month later, my library got the physical book but not the ebook. Well, I finally decided I was through with waiting, picked up the previous books for recollection's sake, and was ready to see just what Lord Teddy had in store for our favorite twins.
Read my full review at The Wolf's Den
Overall, this was a welcome addition to the Fowl legacy. Filled to bursting with wacky hijinks, witty banter, magical spectacle, and dramatic schemes, with a sprinkling of logic, heartfelt moments, and laughter of both evil and joyous varieties, I have no misgivings recommending this to readers both young and young-at-heart. After all, we all need a fun pick-me-up now and again, and there's plenty of wit and cleverness woven into these Fowl tales. And though there's still a little confusion as to whether this series will continue forward, I know I'll definitely be returning to the world of the Fowls in the future—one way or another!
Read my full review at The Wolf's Den
Overall, this was a welcome addition to the Fowl legacy. Filled to bursting with wacky hijinks, witty banter, magical spectacle, and dramatic schemes, with a sprinkling of logic, heartfelt moments, and laughter of both evil and joyous varieties, I have no misgivings recommending this to readers both young and young-at-heart. After all, we all need a fun pick-me-up now and again, and there's plenty of wit and cleverness woven into these Fowl tales. And though there's still a little confusion as to whether this series will continue forward, I know I'll definitely be returning to the world of the Fowls in the future—one way or another!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Animal cruelty, Animal death, Child abuse, Confinement, Death, Gun violence, Violence, Kidnapping, Murder, Fire/Fire injury, and Injury/Injury detail
taye95's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
kisahofswords13's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
No my favorite Fowl romp but a fun read none the less. I want to know how Artemis is doing on mars
elevetha's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
The presumably final showdown between the Fowl Twins and their arch-nemesis Lord Teddy Bleedham-Drye features latent magical abilities, a fair amount of animate seaweed, a whole family reunion of ghosts, and nary a sight of Artemis.
I didn't personally find this installment (the last?) to be as much fun or engaging as the second book. I would probably put it in the same frame as the first book, which is to say it gets three stars because I think the target audience would very much have a good time with it, but my personal enjoyment was closer to a two.
It seemed to be too long for what we accomplished and did throughout the book, not to mention the plot wasn't as tight and felt more contrived than some. Overall, outside of the fact that we seem to have finally gotten rid of good ol' Teddy and reunited Lazuli with her mom the book as a whole felt a bit unnecessary.
I thought the interaction page time of the boys and Lazuli was very small, which I was disappointed by, but I loved the epilogue and seeing their friendship come across in the dialogue and actions there.
I didn't personally find this installment (the last?) to be as much fun or engaging as the second book. I would probably put it in the same frame as the first book, which is to say it gets three stars because I think the target audience would very much have a good time with it, but my personal enjoyment was closer to a two.
It seemed to be too long for what we accomplished and did throughout the book, not to mention the plot wasn't as tight and felt more contrived than some. Overall, outside of the fact that
I thought the interaction page time of the boys and Lazuli was very small, which I was disappointed by, but I loved the epilogue and seeing their friendship come across in the dialogue and actions there.