roshk99's review against another edition
2.0
The Redwall series has a good plot form, but there are too many books that do not differ enough. The plots are so similar with the key elements (Redwall Abbey with lots of food, badgers, hares, rats taking prisoners, random prophetic poem, Martin in a dream, hero, big war, escape, happily ever after)
Something new please!
Something new please!
meecespieces's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death
hjoyner12's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
A true fantasy, idyllic and comforting. The plot meandered a bit towards the end and there were some unnecessary parts that I found frustrating, but overall, I enjoyed it and sped through it.
kailey_luminouslibro's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
Two warrior hares of Salamandastron set out on a journey to Redwall looking for adventure. When they find out that little animal babes and toddlers are being kidnapped from all around Redwall, they vow to help the Redwall creatures to find their missing children. The evil 'Quean' is hatching a horrible plot against all the good animals at Redwall, and her vermin army is closing in.
I just adore all the Redwall books! What an absolute delight! This book has everything that I love about Redwall books. Ravenous hares, wise old badgers, adorable moles, fierce shrews, and of course brave warriors ready to defend all good beasts. I especially loved the cute antics of the little babes in this book!
As with all Redwall books, I made sure to have a stash of snacks on hand since the characters are constantly eating the most delicious food. They have massive feasts and parties, but even a simple breakfast will make your mouth water with all the descriptions of pastries and fruit pies and cordials.
The action and pacing in this book are really excellent. The plot is always moving forward, but there are also scenes that take the time to show our characters grieving or resting or laughing together. It builds up the emotional components of the story, so that when you get to the big battles, we really care about what happens to the characters.
I just adore all the Redwall books! What an absolute delight! This book has everything that I love about Redwall books. Ravenous hares, wise old badgers, adorable moles, fierce shrews, and of course brave warriors ready to defend all good beasts. I especially loved the cute antics of the little babes in this book!
As with all Redwall books, I made sure to have a stash of snacks on hand since the characters are constantly eating the most delicious food. They have massive feasts and parties, but even a simple breakfast will make your mouth water with all the descriptions of pastries and fruit pies and cordials.
The action and pacing in this book are really excellent. The plot is always moving forward, but there are also scenes that take the time to show our characters grieving or resting or laughing together. It builds up the emotional components of the story, so that when you get to the big battles, we really care about what happens to the characters.
impreader's review against another edition
3.0
I'm in no place to judge impartially--I read for the comfort of reading Redwall, as I did when I small, and lived on heaths with hares, or in holes with voles; or out in a holt of sea otters. I don't think Jacques keeps quite the quality he did, in writing, tone, structure or character--it's all looser, and little less tightly woven. But it is a rollicking read nonetheless. Or perhaps it's that it's Redwall. There was always something solid in Jacques' stories that I loved--his foundation: food, friends and dead-driven loyalty. Also, loads of silliness and songs.
This installment has bits of all. Strong as early tales or not, it was an enjoyable read.
This installment has bits of all. Strong as early tales or not, it was an enjoyable read.
beedavey89's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
the_student_of_story's review against another edition
4.0
This book has some very cool things going for it especially for diehards. The villains are neat and memorable in their cleverness and slight aura of mysticism. Although the heroes don't all have distinction except for two, and the plots aren't all created equal, one is fraught with tension that I love. This book also has an inevitable duel that ranks high in the series. You can see it coming from the first two chapters, and when it arrives, it is superbly technical and tense. On the whole, the book may not reach the same heights as its long past predecessors, but it still holds its own weight well.
daisythebrownie's review against another edition
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
tasha_tangerine's review against another edition
3.0
The Redwall books just aren't the same as when you're a child. It's still a nice experience, though. Looking forward to reading the last one soon :'(