skmcwood's review against another edition
3.0
I read these as a kid and came across them on libby and decided to re-read. Little nostalgic trip down memory lane.
jessstock's review against another edition
inspiring
relaxing
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? No
3.0
melisacabelloc's review against another edition
3.0
I loved this story as a kid and it definetely still holds. Will be re-reading soon.
kyliiscurrentlyreading's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
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? No
5.0
kketelaar's review against another edition
5.0
This was a perfect end to this little series. My son asked me to read these, and I have seen them engage reluctant readers numerous times, so I highly recommend the series. (And read the books before watching the movie.)
miyahmurai's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
3.5
Ending felt kinda abrupt but I still enjoyed it. Series as a whole is like 4 stars ⭐️
eeemily666's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
tense
medium-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? It's complicated
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Kidnapping, Violence, Animal death, Injury/Injury detail, and Death
jenmkin's review against another edition
4.0
Mulgarath's wrath is really easily dealt with actually, but props to him for the psychological torture he puts Jared through by pretending to be his father, that was horrifying
theladydoor's review against another edition
4.0
This final book in the series provided a fun and fitting end to the story of the Grace siblings. The previous book ended on a cliffhanger, with their mother abducted, the field guide missing, and no allies in sight.
The book wraps it all up quite satisfyingly, bringing back old characters, and allowing each of the Grace siblings to shine in their own way. I must admit I'd found myself wondering in previous books why Jared was the narrative protagonist of the story, but his role in this last installment is definitely the most crucial. He is, frankly, the hero of the story, and he utterly saves the day, even when tempted with the thing he wants most in the world.
I found myself wishing the series to be longer overall, but I do think they're the right length for the children of today, who are so inundated with TV and movies that they lack the ability to focus for too long.
The book wraps it all up quite satisfyingly, bringing back old characters, and allowing each of the Grace siblings to shine in their own way. I must admit I'd found myself wondering in previous books why Jared was the narrative protagonist of the story, but his role in this last installment is definitely the most crucial. He is, frankly, the hero of the story, and he utterly saves the day, even when tempted with the thing he wants most in the world.
I found myself wishing the series to be longer overall, but I do think they're the right length for the children of today, who are so inundated with TV and movies that they lack the ability to focus for too long.