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erinlilym's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Drug abuse, Drug use, Self harm, Sexual assault, Sexual content, Sexual violence, Trafficking, Kidnapping, and Murder
aklovekorn's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Death, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Gore, Gun violence, Misogyny, Physical abuse, Rape, Self harm, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Torture, Toxic relationship, Violence, Blood, Medical content, Religious bigotry, Murder, Gaslighting, War, and Injury/Injury detail
discoverelysian's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
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I certainly did not love the first book but since I joined a challenge to finish the dusty pile of my physical books, I feel obligated to see the end of Kelsea’s story.
And here we are, halfway to the end.
There was not much development between both of my feelings towards this trilogy and Kelsea’s characterization. You could argue with me that her character indeed developed, she has changed, and bla bla bla. But for me, she’s the same old Kelsea who still worrying about her look.
I thought that is the worst thing that could happen but no, this book is getting weirder as Kelsea’s fugues took her three centuries backward—pre-Crossing era—into the life of Lily Mayhew. I get why Lily is important but the fact remains that I got bored every time I need to go to the past instead of focusing on what’s happening in the present time.
I know Lazarus would agree with me.
This book is not all bad. We have Aisa—Andalie’s daugther—who is more fitted to be Queen. She’s brave, smart, and logical. I’m proud of what she accomplished and looking forward to her story in the final book!
There is also Father Tyler. He is under so much pressure, has seen the worst but his faith and courage save him.
I also wanted to mention Ewen because he deserves the world and Pen, my heart goes out to you, my friend. Both of them are good men and I hope they survived this bleak and dangerous world.
As the story progressed, the mystery around Kelsea’s father certainly got more of my attention. I have some theories but I doubt I can guess it right. I’m afraid when it will be revealed, the truth will shock me senseless.
So many secrets were slowly being unveiled yet there are so many more hidden. I just wish all the answers and the truth will be laid out in the final book.
The Invasion of the Tearling was not as good as I wanted it to be. Nothing impressive with the characters, especially Kelsea. I felt nothing towards her except frustration towards her silliness sometimes. The blending of dystopia, fantasy, and time turner were not seamless and it often left me bored.
The mystery, the unanswered questions are the things that kept me going. I will finish this series with a disappointing ending in mind. Just in case it’s true then the fall would not hurt as much.
I certainly did not love the first book but since I joined a challenge to finish the dusty pile of my physical books, I feel obligated to see the end of Kelsea’s story.
And here we are, halfway to the end.
There was not much development between both of my feelings towards this trilogy and Kelsea’s characterization. You could argue with me that her character indeed developed, she has changed, and bla bla bla. But for me, she’s the same old Kelsea who still worrying about her look.
I thought that is the worst thing that could happen but no, this book is getting weirder as Kelsea’s fugues took her three centuries backward—pre-Crossing era—into the life of Lily Mayhew. I get why Lily is important but the fact remains that I got bored every time I need to go to the past instead of focusing on what’s happening in the present time.
I know Lazarus would agree with me.
This book is not all bad. We have Aisa—Andalie’s daugther—who is more fitted to be Queen. She’s brave, smart, and logical. I’m proud of what she accomplished and looking forward to her story in the final book!
There is also Father Tyler. He is under so much pressure, has seen the worst but his faith and courage save him.
I also wanted to mention Ewen because he deserves the world and Pen, my heart goes out to you, my friend. Both of them are good men and I hope they survived this bleak and dangerous world.
As the story progressed, the mystery around Kelsea’s father certainly got more of my attention. I have some theories but I doubt I can guess it right. I’m afraid when it will be revealed, the truth will shock me senseless.
So many secrets were slowly being unveiled yet there are so many more hidden. I just wish all the answers and the truth will be laid out in the final book.
The Invasion of the Tearling was not as good as I wanted it to be. Nothing impressive with the characters, especially Kelsea. I felt nothing towards her except frustration towards her silliness sometimes. The blending of dystopia, fantasy, and time turner were not seamless and it often left me bored.
The mystery, the unanswered questions are the things that kept me going. I will finish this series with a disappointing ending in mind. Just in case it’s true then the fall would not hurt as much.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Homophobia, Misogyny, Rape, Sexual assault, and Religious bigotry
Moderate: Self harm, Torture, and Murder
Minor: Child abuse, Emotional abuse, and Pedophilia
juliana_caterin's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
tense
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? Yes
5.0
4,75
I loved this book so much that I cannot believe it. It wasn't as great as the first book but still got 4.75 stars out of me, almost 5.
At times it felt slow, so be prepared to have to push through it, but it's worth it. As a little critique, it doesn't have the stronger plot of all times, since most of the time we spent with a problem that doesn't seem to be solved. And when we aren't talking and not doing anything about that problem, we spent it on "flashbacks" that had nothing to do directly with the story. That was annoying.
I loved how we got to see other characters' stories, and I want to hug Ewen so much, and I need more of Hall. I didn't love Kelsea as much as in the first book, she was kind of annoying throughout the entire book. And I love Penn. I love him, and Maze. But I have a bad feeling.
Basically, I loved every character!
It's heavily character-based, so don't expect the best magic system or plot. It's all about the characters.
Also, there was a twist at the end that... I didn't see it coming. That was expecting and I don't have a clue about how this is going to go from now on. No clue.
FINALLY, THERE IS A BUNCH OF TW! LOOK IT UP BEFORE READING! There are a lot of mess-up things, and I am not sure if all of that was necessary or just for shock effect, I hope that in the next book we can see the characters healing and making progress after all of this.
I loved this book so much that I cannot believe it. It wasn't as great as the first book but still got 4.75 stars out of me, almost 5.
At times it felt slow, so be prepared to have to push through it, but it's worth it. As a little critique, it doesn't have the stronger plot of all times, since most of the time we spent with a problem that doesn't seem to be solved. And when we aren't talking and not doing anything about that problem, we spent it on "flashbacks" that had nothing to do directly with the story. That was annoying.
I loved how we got to see other characters' stories, and I want to hug Ewen so much, and I need more of Hall. I didn't love Kelsea as much as in the first book, she was kind of annoying throughout the entire book. And I love Penn. I love him, and Maze. But I have a bad feeling.
Basically, I loved every character!
It's heavily character-based, so don't expect the best magic system or plot. It's all about the characters.
Also, there was a twist at the end that... I didn't see it coming. That was expecting and I don't have a clue about how this is going to go from now on. No clue.
FINALLY, THERE IS A BUNCH OF TW! LOOK IT UP BEFORE READING! There are a lot of mess-up things, and I am not sure if all of that was necessary or just for shock effect, I hope that in the next book we can see the characters healing and making progress after all of this.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Homophobia, Misogyny, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexism, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, and Religious bigotry
Moderate: Self harm, Torture, Trafficking, Murder, and War
Minor: Child abuse, Death, Drug use, Emotional abuse, Pedophilia, and Outing
terrabby's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
At first I was like "oh, a story from a different time period mixed in? with a whole different vibe? choices" but then it was really good and Lily ate up so... yeah.
I still like Kelsea and her story though, but I found myself waiting for the Lily bits. It's a good book overall and I'm excited to read the third one in the trilogy.
I still like Kelsea and her story though, but I found myself waiting for the Lily bits. It's a good book overall and I'm excited to read the third one in the trilogy.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Hate crime, Homophobia, Misogyny, Rape, Self harm, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Torture, Violence, Religious bigotry, and Murder
Moderate: Body shaming, Child abuse, Pedophilia, Police brutality, Trafficking, Abortion, Death of parent, and Pregnancy