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lotzerachel's review against another edition
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
osutton's review
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
tijsboussier's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
kerrycat's review against another edition
5.0
(I gave this four and a half stars, TOP PICK for Romantic Times Book Reviews, https://www.rtbookreviews.com/book-review/witchwood-crown)
Devout Williams fans will be thrilled with this return to his spectacular high-fantasy world, which continues to captivate as the preceding trilogy did decades ago, and readers new to Osten Ard will quickly be absorbed by the political intrigue, rich description and complex characterization that makes the author stand out in a sea of writers inspired by his work. The first installment in the new trilogy is a nostalgic glimpse of the past as the horrors of the future awaken, with new threats to challenge the present readers and newcomers alike.
Thirty years after the defeat of the Storm King, High King Simon and High Queen Miriamele of Osten Ard mourn the loss of their beloved son while worrying over the immaturity of their grandson, Prince Morgan. King Hugh of Hernystir causes a different concern, as his future wife, Lady Tilleth, is suspected of worshipping an old war goddess in an attempt to raise demons. After a decades-long sleep, a threat to all humanity is rising, and a warning from a stranger leads Simon and Miriamele to prepare to fight.
Devout Williams fans will be thrilled with this return to his spectacular high-fantasy world, which continues to captivate as the preceding trilogy did decades ago, and readers new to Osten Ard will quickly be absorbed by the political intrigue, rich description and complex characterization that makes the author stand out in a sea of writers inspired by his work. The first installment in the new trilogy is a nostalgic glimpse of the past as the horrors of the future awaken, with new threats to challenge the present readers and newcomers alike.
Thirty years after the defeat of the Storm King, High King Simon and High Queen Miriamele of Osten Ard mourn the loss of their beloved son while worrying over the immaturity of their grandson, Prince Morgan. King Hugh of Hernystir causes a different concern, as his future wife, Lady Tilleth, is suspected of worshipping an old war goddess in an attempt to raise demons. After a decades-long sleep, a threat to all humanity is rising, and a warning from a stranger leads Simon and Miriamele to prepare to fight.
johnlambrechts's review against another edition
5.0
Fun and detailed book about Osten Ard.
Thanks Tad for bringing every Troll, Sithi, Hayholter, Thrithingsmen, Nabbani, Norn alive! Whoever else I forget ,just give me a break, there are so many.
Thanks Tad for bringing every Troll, Sithi, Hayholter, Thrithingsmen, Nabbani, Norn alive! Whoever else I forget ,just give me a break, there are so many.
acardattack's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Great start to the new series. Loved the reunions with some characters.
Ends on a really good cliff hanger but still satisfying spot
Ends on a really good cliff hanger but still satisfying spot
mguy27's review against another edition
4.0
Absolutely phenomenal writing! This book is perfect for fans of LOTR, anyone who grew up on Eragon, or people who love high fantasy!
My favorite things about this book were the variety of perspectives from different characters, how each group’s story wove into the whole, the world-building that is complex and realistic without being confusing, and the pacing which kept the story flowing and didn’t feel like it dragged on.
With longer books like this it usually feels like a slog to get through, but this book keeps a good mix of exposition and action that never gets boring! Absolutely cannot wait to read the next installment in the series!
My favorite things about this book were the variety of perspectives from different characters, how each group’s story wove into the whole, the world-building that is complex and realistic without being confusing, and the pacing which kept the story flowing and didn’t feel like it dragged on.
With longer books like this it usually feels like a slog to get through, but this book keeps a good mix of exposition and action that never gets boring! Absolutely cannot wait to read the next installment in the series!
emberise's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Very much the first book in a series. Lots of introductions, lots of inciting incidents and lots of plot and character development left to go. A good start, but I'd have to read on to really know what to think about it all.
books_o_mine's review against another edition
2.0
finally finished [b:The Witchwood Crown|31185918|The Witchwood Crown (The Last King of Osten Ard, #1)|Tad Williams|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1487523588s/31185918.jpg|41114872] by [a:Tad Williams|6587|Tad Williams|https://images.gr-assets.com/authors/1191183065p2/6587.jpg]. It was ok; I mostly remember the things I did not like about it: it was a slog and a lot of secrets were revealed all in a rush and not in a good way (there was basically no excitement in these reveals).
It has things I hate in books: bad dreams to "show" that the character (sometimes a minor, side character) is feeling bad, and full text of songs that add nothing to the book. Also, poems or similar things at the beginning of chapters that seem to have no actual connection to the writing; maybe they did, but they weren't interesting enough for me to remember them as I read.
It has things I hate in books: bad dreams to "show" that the character (sometimes a minor, side character) is feeling bad, and full text of songs that add nothing to the book. Also, poems or similar things at the beginning of chapters that seem to have no actual connection to the writing; maybe they did, but they weren't interesting enough for me to remember them as I read.
lpickett47's review against another edition
4.0
Great book, though it is definitely slow. This should come as no surprising to those who read the original trilogy, but it was much slower than the Dragonbone Chair was. But the cliffhangers were done incredibly well and made me want to pick up the next book instantly after finishing it. The slowness worked to build up for a (hopefully) epic battle to come and I'm excited to read about it.
Very highly recommend.
Very highly recommend.