kavovnicek97's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
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? No
5.0
tani_2307's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
sanjica04's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
niaamore's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
funny
inspiring
mysterious
fast-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? No
5.0
| Favorite Quote | “Happiness can be found, even in the darkest of times, if one only remembers to turn on the light.”
| My Review | Rereading a series from my childhood is always bitter-sweet. There is the fear that the rose-tinted lenses nostalgia often gives won't hold when I revisit the story. Thankfully, this story stands the test of time, and I love it just as much as I did as a child.
Sure, this book isn't without it's flaws, the biggest being the author herself and her harmful views. I often think about the Harry Potter series whenever the discussion about enjoying art from a hated creator comes around. As much as I try not to give any more of my money to this author, I can't help but love Harry Potter and the joy it gives me.
In the end, I find no harm in rereading books I'd purchased years ago, and pretend the author didn't write them. They tell a wonderful story I revisit time and time again. And for that, I give it 5 stars.
P.S. I'm in Slytherin!
| My Review | Rereading a series from my childhood is always bitter-sweet. There is the fear that the rose-tinted lenses nostalgia often gives won't hold when I revisit the story. Thankfully, this story stands the test of time, and I love it just as much as I did as a child.
Sure, this book isn't without it's flaws, the biggest being the author herself and her harmful views. I often think about the Harry Potter series whenever the discussion about enjoying art from a hated creator comes around. As much as I try not to give any more of my money to this author, I can't help but love Harry Potter and the joy it gives me.
In the end, I find no harm in rereading books I'd purchased years ago, and pretend the author didn't write them. They tell a wonderful story I revisit time and time again. And for that, I give it 5 stars.
P.S. I'm in Slytherin!
shepherdjack66's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-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? No
4.25
mariiana_'s review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
waldini's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
5.0
zauberlehrling's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
5.0
allielippe's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
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? No
5.0