The design and UX isn't done, Rob and Abbie, okkurrrr! š
finnft4's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
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? Yes
4.25
Another banger. I have to say, Magnus Chase has my favorite cast of characters out of any Riordan series, hands-down. They are all incredible. It's gonna hinge on the last book, but it may very well surpass the original series for me. I'm having a great time so far, hardcore recommend
Preface though: I agree that the Norse gods are portrayed badly. Like awfully. It's really bad. But for me, it's negligible (other than the fact that Thor pisses me off and is just utterly irredeemable - just a pure comic relief character). I don't know enough about Norse mythology to be truly bothered. And I feel like Loki's character sort of makes up for it. But if that sounds like a deal-breaker, it probably is.
Preface though: I agree that the Norse gods are portrayed badly. Like awfully. It's really bad. But for me, it's negligible (other than the fact that Thor pisses me off and is just utterly irredeemable - just a pure comic relief character). I don't know enough about Norse mythology to be truly bothered. And I feel like Loki's character sort of makes up for it. But if that sounds like a deal-breaker, it probably is.
CURRENT RANKING
[1] PJO: The Last Olympian
[2] HoO: The House of Hades
[3] HoO: The Mark of Athena
[4] MCGA: The Sword of Summer
[5] PJO: The Lightning Thief
[6] PJO: The Titan's Curse
[7] MCGA: The Hammer of Thor
[8] HoO: The Son of NeptuneĀ
[9] PJO: The Battle of the Labyrinth
[10] HoO: The Lost Hero
[11] PJO: The Sea of MonstersĀ
[12] HoO: The Blood of Olympus
[13] ToA: The Hidden OracleĀ
Content Warnings
Graphic: Torture, Child abuse, and Violence
Moderate: Body horror, Child death, and Transphobia
Minor: Kidnapping, War, and Ableism
orchidlilly's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
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
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Transphobia, Murder, Death, Body horror, Gore, Ableism, Blood, Child death, Islamophobia, Child abuse, Fire/Fire injury, Injury/Injury detail, and Violence
Minor: War, Police brutality, Racism, and Gun violence
readingbooksbcwhynot123's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
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
5.0
AHHHH I LOVE THIS BOOK. Alex is a damn girlboss she is absolutely amazing and I love the LGBTQ+ rep as a genderfluid person she is just- the most lovable and iconic character ever. Blitz and Hearth, bless their hearts. Amazing both of them. Cried over Hearthās backstory. Poor dude. Samirah is absolutely amazing as well and I LOVE her. Otis is a mood. Loke istg Iāll fight youāļø Wonderful book overall. Cried on multiple occasions and itās just a heartwarming yet emotional book. Perfect sequel if you ask me. This series has so far been a roller coaster and itās so hard to process that Iām already 2/3 through it. ALSO, ANNABETH BRINGING UP PERCY? My heart skipped a damn beat. Iām being dramatic but I love Rick Riordanās books okay if anyone reads this, know that. Definitely recommend if you like Norse mythology, however remember that itās a sequel. Thatās all. Bye! :D
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Body horror, and Death
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