smadams's review against another edition
5.0
I'm giving the series 5 stars because it was such an enjoyable read and adding it to a shelf for my son to read when he is old enough. The first book had me filled with wonder--what a fun imagination Mull has! This book had more violence than the previous two (or maybe more realistic violence) and a couple times the books had me thinking are these really 13 year olds? But overall it was a great finish to a great series.
pandacat42's review against another edition
4.0
Still having a hard time placing this one. The worst chapter in this book had to be "The Narrow Way." Thankfully the chapter after it redeemed the book, cuz it was past my bedtime and I couldn't read further. "The Last Wizard" was a brilliant chapter, probably my favorite! Rachel was way too whiny for me for two chapters, those chapters probably could have just disappeared for all I cared. I found the Nedwin chapters pretty interesting. Can't wait for my husband to get to those, they were the most surprising chapters in the book. But yeah, was about to beat Brandon Mull up over "The Narrow Way." At least it wasn't a whole infuriating book, like Harry Potter number 5 was a whole book of irritating. Well, I guess Beyonders book one was somewhat infuriating itself, but I was more mad at the TNW chapter than I was at book one. So if you think everything is going to happen fast after the island chapter, nope! you must listen to Rachel whine and wait for Jason to push through some trials and fatalities. I just need to ramble about this book here and complain a little, because my husband isn't finished with this book yet. I just need someone to talk to about it! Anyone else out there think the Nedwin chapters were interesting? I know, I disregarded all my respect for grammar and sentence style in this review. Forgive me, college student on spring break here.
sknappy1's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
fast-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? It's complicated
5.0
statman's review against another edition
4.0
After reading the first 2 books I couldn't wait to finish off the series. I enjoyed it like the previous books, but too many of the good guys die in accomplishing the quest. I did think it ended a little abruptly with not much detail about what happens to the characters after they defeat Maldor. This book felt the most like the Lord of the Rings - two major storylines happening independently of each other with each chapter switching back and fort. An unlikely hero, the seeming invincibility of the bad guy, the hopelessness of the quest, the small little thing on which the whole story turns are very similar in concept to the Lord of the Rings story.
iluvmb96's review against another edition
4.0
We just finished the Beyonders series as a family read aloud. It was awesome to watch my wife cringe through the wormy zombies and cry at the departure of some of the wonderful characters. There were some excellent surprises (Nedwin...) that I didn't see coming. Not quite a masterpiece of fantasy, but a fantastic and fun series for the whole family.
i_love_read_ing's review against another edition
4.0
For a series I started after finding the first book at the dollar store, I have to say I really enjoyed these books. This is partly because it's a fantasy series where the different races aren't your typical: elf, orc, giant, dwarf, etc. The author created his own races and his own fantasy world, which makes it new and exciting.
The only reason why this isn't 5 stars is because there is a TON of unnecessary detail in the book. It's very dense; this book is tailored towards 8 year old kids, and no 8 year old is going to be able to get through that. It's by no means difficult to read but I feel like it should really be geared more towards teens. The other problem I had (in all 3 books) was that Jason and Rachel are just too young to be doing what they're doing and comprehending all the crazy things going on. I believe instead of 13 they should have been closer to 15 or 16.It was devastating to see character after character die, and again I think this makes the book a little difficult for an 8 year old to comprehend.
Despite those few problems, I really enjoyed the series and honestly wish there were more books so I could see what happens next.
The only reason why this isn't 5 stars is because there is a TON of unnecessary detail in the book. It's very dense; this book is tailored towards 8 year old kids, and no 8 year old is going to be able to get through that. It's by no means difficult to read but I feel like it should really be geared more towards teens. The other problem I had (in all 3 books) was that Jason and Rachel are just too young to be doing what they're doing and comprehending all the crazy things going on. I believe instead of 13 they should have been closer to 15 or 16.It was devastating to see character after character die, and again I think this makes the book a little difficult for an 8 year old to comprehend.
Despite those few problems, I really enjoyed the series and honestly wish there were more books so I could see what happens next.
sabjad26's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
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? It's complicated
4.5
jordanjo's review against another edition
5.0
This was my favorite book in the series. Every moment was action packed and enjoyable
Though the protagonists were separated I loved hearing about their journeys to each fulfill part of the prophecy. The twists and turns were great and I loved how everything came together.
Though the protagonists were separated I loved hearing about their journeys to each fulfill part of the prophecy. The twists and turns were great and I loved how everything came together.
teodora42's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
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? It's complicated
4.75
jakesprague's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
4.5