anakuroma's review against another edition
4.0
CW: racism, school bullying, degrading graffiti
A really great book if you want something like HP (but without the terrible author)! I really liked the absolute seemless integration of sci-fi and fantasy genres (and I'm not usually into sci-fi).
A really great book if you want something like HP (but without the terrible author)! I really liked the absolute seemless integration of sci-fi and fantasy genres (and I'm not usually into sci-fi).
samfox's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
archuxinyues's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.25
def traces of middle school and overly cheesy final action scene thing but ive never finished a 400 page book so fast, despite the damaged paperback copy ; i do feel almost nothing except disappointment over the classic dylan thing and the hangover of a still present reading slump
krisc1989'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? Yes
3.0
mcanant's review against another edition
5.0
What a debut! This was a fantastic start to an exciting new middle grade series where we are introduced to a world of supernatural beings and magic. Our protagonist Amari is just discovering this world alongside the reader and realizing that she is destined for great power. I loved the world building in this. It is primarily set in a school setting where kids are training to be a part of the "Bureau of Supernatural Affairs". We see all sorts of diverse characters with different backgrounds and abilities as they encounter various trials and threats to their world. I can already tell that this will be a new favorite middle grade fantasy series alongside "Nevermoor".
rants_n_reads's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
smlunden's review against another edition
4.0
elements of hp and nevermoor, but with a good amount of "but i deal with this garbage differently because i've been discriminated against my whole life". which is a fantastic vibe.
toni_says_smile's review against another edition
5.0
If your kid is into Harry Potter and you don't want to pay Rowling, this book is IT. It's got everything you want in a kids book - great pacing, magic, family drama, touching emotional moments that help the characters grow... I usually struggle to finish stories for this age group, but it was a breeze. I might even read the sequel!
jennylovesbooks14's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
funny
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
sad
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
5.0
Absolutely loved this book! The world building, the characters, the magic system, the story, everything is amazing! I will definitely be continuing this series and also will be rereading it as well.