maria_elisabeth's review
2.0
2⭐ - it was meh
Not related to the main series, don't see the point of these annoying characters' story
Not related to the main series, don't see the point of these annoying characters' story
cher_n_books's review against another edition
4.0
4 stars - It was great. I loved it.
Words are like coins. To spend carefully, as they are needed only. Not to scatter like humans do.
This is a quick fairy tale, that’s actually about fairies called “pecksies”. It is set in the world of the Elder Realms but you wouldn’t know from reading it. It can be read as a stand alone and does not have spoilers for her other novels.
As always with the fae, there are some misunderstandings. It’s a fable about ignorant prejudices, as well as growth and forgiveness.
Whether it’s 1,000 pages or only 61, Hobb manages to weave literary magic with her story-telling. It will be a very sad day when I run out of her books to read for the first time.
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First Sentence: First came drought.
Favorite Quote: You waste words on what you can’t change.
Words are like coins. To spend carefully, as they are needed only. Not to scatter like humans do.
This is a quick fairy tale, that’s actually about fairies called “pecksies”. It is set in the world of the Elder Realms but you wouldn’t know from reading it. It can be read as a stand alone and does not have spoilers for her other novels.
As always with the fae, there are some misunderstandings. It’s a fable about ignorant prejudices, as well as growth and forgiveness.
Whether it’s 1,000 pages or only 61, Hobb manages to weave literary magic with her story-telling. It will be a very sad day when I run out of her books to read for the first time.
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First Sentence: First came drought.
Favorite Quote: You waste words on what you can’t change.
ladynik's review
emotional
hopeful
tense
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? Yes
4.0
mjfmjfmjf's review against another edition
3.0
A fine little story conceptually set in Buck as an Elderling story. But really wasn't all that Elderling, except for the hedge witches. But my biggest issue was the pecksies. The Pecksies really don't seem to be part of the Elderling universe and I'm glad they aren't because they would make the series a whole lot less real feeling. No matter. This story worked anyway. But there wasn't that much to it. I'm glad I didn't go that far out of my way to be a completist on the series. 3.5 of 5.
kholincosmic's review against another edition
3.0
3.5/5
This reads like a folktale. It’s a whimsical short read that teaches a good lesson about watching what you say. I wouldn’t say it’s necessary for rote fans to read this, but I wanted to read something small and simple to stay on top of my reading goal.
This reads like a folktale. It’s a whimsical short read that teaches a good lesson about watching what you say. I wouldn’t say it’s necessary for rote fans to read this, but I wanted to read something small and simple to stay on top of my reading goal.
dgvand's review against another edition
5.0
A great short story in the world of Fitz and the Elderlings. There is no direct association but this short story serves as a parable from the world Robin Hobb has created. Words matter and we should be careful with what we wish for.
cerviallacarica's review
4.0
Racconto di circa 30 pagine ambientato nei Sei Ducati (Riccaterra), slegato dalla saga principale. Molto belle le illustrazioni.
La protagonista incontrerà una piccola creatura e avrà una bella lezioncina da imparare anche attraverso qualcosa di non proprio piacevole.
Non aggiungo altro causa spoiler.
La protagonista incontrerà una piccola creatura e avrà una bella lezioncina da imparare anche attraverso qualcosa di non proprio piacevole.
Non aggiungo altro causa spoiler.
vaderbird's review
3.0
5 star - Perfect
4 star - i would recommend
3 star - good
2 star - struggled to complete
1 star - could not finish
4 star - i would recommend
3 star - good
2 star - struggled to complete
1 star - could not finish
tricapra's review
4.0
Cute little short story that was unexpectedly positive for a Robin Hobb book. I enjoyed the twist on faeries and was pleasantly surprised by the ending. (usually she has to kill characters I like)
takagikeijii's review
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0