sara_evaney's review against another edition
2.0
So Kate realizes that the Gods are maybe not as good as she always thought, even though they are still the wimpiest gods I've ever read about. They've been hunting Castor and Pollux for thousands of years, now they have the Chance to get them, but wait! Kate says no. Kate, the girl that has been an immortal for three days.
In the beginning it gets mentioned that once Castor and Pollux are out of the Underworld Hades can't chase them anymore. But why? I thought Hades,sorry: Henry! wasn't able to leave, but he doesn't seem to have any problem whatsoever to leave to not spy on Kate and James.
It's also great how they talk about that they are all just guided by their pride, since in the last book Kate was tested to make sure she didn't have this much pride.
And the names!! Hm.., we already have Gods called Walter, Henry and Ella, how about we name a huge wolf beast thingy Cupcake? Maybe Ella should me Hagrid..
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And the GODS listen to her. At first I thought at least Walter (worst Name EVER!) would at least be godly enough to go through with his plan anyway, but no, even he just lets them go!In the beginning it gets mentioned that once Castor and Pollux are out of the Underworld Hades can't chase them anymore. But why? I thought Hades,
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to actually capture Castor again andIt's also great how they talk about that they are all just guided by their pride, since in the last book Kate was tested to make sure she didn't have this much pride.
And the names!! Hm.., we already have Gods called Walter, Henry and Ella, how about we name a huge wolf beast thingy Cupcake? Maybe Ella should me Hagrid..
justcrystalxo's review
3.0
not exactly the best novella.. but a short story in between the other books (which i read out of order) but i still liked it.
the_heizerfire's review
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Diverse cast of characters? No
3.0
fictionalkate's review
2.0
Castor and Pollux, the Gemini twins who are now going by the names Casey and Lux, have been fleeing from the wrath of Zeus and Hades for thousands of years. Whilst still on the run, they come across James and Kate who are spending six months holidaying in Greece. When they find out that Kate is the new wife of their biggest enemy, they’re unhappy and with due cause. The Gods have now found them…
This short story served one real purpose. To show that Kate has no idea just how archaic and strict the Gods (including Henry) are. She has a lot to learn before she takes her place on the throne of the Underworld.
I’m not generally a fan of novellas for books in a series. Especially if they are centred around the main characters that a series follow. Why? Because normally they come in an anthology with multiple other stories for series I’m not interested it. Also, they’re often not long enough for me to really get involved with the story and the characters. Whilst this was a single story (and only $0.99!), it was a little too short for me to really get back into Kate and Henry’s world. I did enjoy the pseudo-love triangle that’s developing with James, Kate and Henry but in the end, consider Kate is married to Henry, I don’t see that little flirtation between Kate and James going anywhere.
I think that you could skip this story and not miss out anything important from the series.
This short story served one real purpose. To show that Kate has no idea just how archaic and strict the Gods (including Henry) are. She has a lot to learn before she takes her place on the throne of the Underworld.
I’m not generally a fan of novellas for books in a series. Especially if they are centred around the main characters that a series follow. Why? Because normally they come in an anthology with multiple other stories for series I’m not interested it. Also, they’re often not long enough for me to really get involved with the story and the characters. Whilst this was a single story (and only $0.99!), it was a little too short for me to really get back into Kate and Henry’s world. I did enjoy the pseudo-love triangle that’s developing with James, Kate and Henry but in the end, consider Kate is married to Henry, I don’t see that little flirtation between Kate and James going anywhere.
I think that you could skip this story and not miss out anything important from the series.
ashreads10k's review
4.0
Amazingly enough, this is actually my favorite book in the whole Goddess Test series thus far. The first one was all right, and the second one was extremely hot and cold for me, but this novella falls right in-between the first and second book, and we see a different side of Kate. This is the side that's still pining for Henry, but she has other things to keep her distracted, so her individual personality shines through more. I like Kate as a character, I always have, I just hate it when she turns into this whiny sniveling character that has nothing better to do than bemoan the fact that she'll never be as good as her sister, Persephone. But in The Goddess Hunt, there isn't any trace of that annoying Kate, and all we see is a strong-willed woman who is coming into her own as a goddess--and a queen no less! She's learning how to use her judgment to deal with these situations where tough decisions must be made, and she doesn't mind stepping on people's toes to defend what she believes is right. She even goes so far as to defy Walter--Zeus--who is the king of the gods, and she does so without batting an eyelash. I absolutely loved this fiery and willful Kate, and, gosh, I want to see much more of her in the third book!
Finally, we get to read from Henry's perspective, and it sheds some light on his feelings for Kate, and why he's woefully under equipped to actually show those feelings to her. It made me less angry at him for how he acted in the second book, because at least now I understand how he thinks slightly better. But still, it wasn't enough! I think Henry should have his own novella! That would be awesome!
I loved Castor and Pullux's story, and them as characters. I think I'd like to see them again in the future, even if it's just a short cameo. I also very much enjoyed how other characters were expanded in this novella, such as Walter, who I frankly don't care much about. But it's interesting to see more from him, and his relationship dynamic with Henry is actually a pretty big thing in a subtle way, because they are like the two big kahunas in all of this--the two gods that are the most powerful, so what they say and do affects everyone.
As I said, I enjoyed this one much more than the other two books in this series, so I'm going to give it 4 out of 5 stars. It renewed my interest in the characters, and in the books in general.
Finally, we get to read from Henry's perspective, and it sheds some light on his feelings for Kate, and why he's woefully under equipped to actually show those feelings to her. It made me less angry at him for how he acted in the second book, because at least now I understand how he thinks slightly better. But still, it wasn't enough! I think Henry should have his own novella! That would be awesome!
I loved Castor and Pullux's story, and them as characters. I think I'd like to see them again in the future, even if it's just a short cameo. I also very much enjoyed how other characters were expanded in this novella, such as Walter, who I frankly don't care much about. But it's interesting to see more from him, and his relationship dynamic with Henry is actually a pretty big thing in a subtle way, because they are like the two big kahunas in all of this--the two gods that are the most powerful, so what they say and do affects everyone.
As I said, I enjoyed this one much more than the other two books in this series, so I'm going to give it 4 out of 5 stars. It renewed my interest in the characters, and in the books in general.
datoismyname's review
3.0
This was really interesting. It allowed me to see more of the characters as well as get to know the main character(Kate) a little better. I'm excited to read Goddess Interrupted. It looks like it wa=ill be great. :)
the_lady_reads's review
4.0
As seen on Ed and Em's Reviews!
4/5 Stars!
I liked reading from Henry's point-of-view. I wish there was a book all about him. He brings a different perspective to the goings-on within the books. I hope that Ms. Carter brings more of his thoughts into the next book. His ideas and thoughts about everything that was happening were very interesting to read. I enjoyed it.
And while I enjoyed this, Kate still gives me trouble. Kate is a fiesty, interesting girl, but she's not my favorite heroine. Her maturity level definitely sways. It can be annoying, but I love how she doesn't let anyone take advantage of her or push her in this novella. She's very stubborn and stands up for what she believes is right. That is an important quality in a good heroine.
I am very excited to read the next book, though after reading this, I realize thatII definitely need to reread the first book! I'm looking forward to reading the reunion between Kate and Henry. For what it's worth, I want them to get their "happily ever after."
4/5 Stars!
I liked reading from Henry's point-of-view. I wish there was a book all about him. He brings a different perspective to the goings-on within the books. I hope that Ms. Carter brings more of his thoughts into the next book. His ideas and thoughts about everything that was happening were very interesting to read. I enjoyed it.
And while I enjoyed this, Kate still gives me trouble. Kate is a fiesty, interesting girl, but she's not my favorite heroine. Her maturity level definitely sways. It can be annoying, but I love how she doesn't let anyone take advantage of her or push her in this novella. She's very stubborn and stands up for what she believes is right. That is an important quality in a good heroine.
I am very excited to read the next book, though after reading this, I realize thatII definitely need to reread the first book! I'm looking forward to reading the reunion between Kate and Henry. For what it's worth, I want them to get their "happily ever after."
meganmreads's review
4.0
The Goddess Hunt was a short novella that takes place after the events in The Goddess Test, the first book in the series and before the events in book two.
The adventure was short, but wonderful. I felt like I got some more perspective on some of the characters and I loved how Kate challenged the gods a bit and I got a preview of how she might handle judgments after the summer when she will return to Henry. I liked her reasoning and how she shook things up and made the other gods look at their decisions a bit more. And Kate got a better look at the kind of people the rest of the gods are and how they make their decisions.
Despite the fact that Kate and Henry spend the time in the this novella separated, I feel like their relationship is even stronger after the events that took place. Overall, I liked the novella and I am even more excited to start the next book in the series after reading it.
The adventure was short, but wonderful. I felt like I got some more perspective on some of the characters and I loved how Kate challenged the gods a bit and I got a preview of how she might handle judgments after the summer when she will return to Henry. I liked her reasoning and how she shook things up and made the other gods look at their decisions a bit more. And Kate got a better look at the kind of people the rest of the gods are and how they make their decisions.
Despite the fact that Kate and Henry spend the time in the this novella separated, I feel like their relationship is even stronger after the events that took place. Overall, I liked the novella and I am even more excited to start the next book in the series after reading it.
alyssapaintsbooks's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0