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cyrille6k's review against another edition
5.0
Neil Gaiman has a unique ability to delve into the heart of fantasy, transcending the stereotypical tropes of elves, dwarves, and magical forests. His understanding of the genre is profound, recognizing that true fantasy is a reflection of our reality, but refracted through the lens of imagination and perhaps a touch of the extraordinary.
Gaiman's writing style is both enchanting and mischievous, reminiscent of British humorists. He avoids straightforward descriptions, preferring to guide the reader through his imaginative world with subtle hints and clever wordplay. This approach allows the reader to visualize his delightful (or, when appropriate, terrifying) characters and events in a way that is both personal and vivid.
I was completely captivated by the world of London Below, a testament to Gaiman's skill in crafting a believable yet fantastical realm.
ailin2's review against another edition
4.0
I think I am going to try and write more reviews. It will be better for everyone. I love Neil Gaiman. I have no idea how he got so spectacular at crafting intricate stories with beautifully written words and Neverwhere is no exception. To be honest, I didn't like Richard Mayhew. I found him quite annoying and rather bland. But his story, now that is something different. His story kept me captivated and his growth is what made me come to appreciate him a wee bit more.
In the end, Richard does get a happy ending and although I realize that could be construed as cheesy, it's not. Gaiman has crafted something beautiful here and makes me believe Richard deserves all that he gets.
In the end, Richard does get a happy ending and although I realize that could be construed as cheesy, it's not. Gaiman has crafted something beautiful here and makes me believe Richard deserves all that he gets.
libliz's review against another edition
5.0
I can't believe it took me this long to get to this book. I highly recommend listening to Gaiman read the preferred text. I wish I could listen to him on all my commutes.
polyvoda_i's review against another edition
5.0
чарівно. трохи дитяча, та світ нижнього лондона захоплює.
хочеться більше знати про оті вчі народи, що там зібралися.
правда, імена персонажів мені постійно муляло. Особливо в перекладі Дуері, що в ориґіналі Door
хочеться більше знати про оті вчі народи, що там зібралися.
правда, імена персонажів мені постійно муляло. Особливо в перекладі Дуері, що в ориґіналі Door
sancakes's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
beefreadsbooks's review against another edition
5.0
The way these characters were written is an absolute art form *chefs kiss*
amyapple's review against another edition
2.0
Took me a while to start and then finish. Unfortunately I felt the characters did not get fleshed out at all so I felt it was just a jumble of characters that I did not really feel for nor cared about.
Some things the characters did seemed convoluted and unnecessary…
The ending was somewhat typical and the villain was easily guessed which made it less fun for me personally.
This is the first of his books I’ve read so I’ll give another book a go to be fair.
I did have high expectations of this book due to friends LOVING it, so perhaps that tainted the story when it didn’t fulfil my expectations.
2.5/5 for me tbh.
Some things the characters did seemed convoluted and unnecessary…
The ending was somewhat typical and the villain was easily guessed which made it less fun for me personally.
This is the first of his books I’ve read so I’ll give another book a go to be fair.
I did have high expectations of this book due to friends LOVING it, so perhaps that tainted the story when it didn’t fulfil my expectations.
2.5/5 for me tbh.
blowp0p's review against another edition
5.0
this was my first Gaiman book i had ever read. shortly after i saw the bbc show of it and was pleasantly surprised to see they didn't screw with it. i still like my imaginary version of it that plays in my head when i read it though.....
juulisbad's review against another edition
3.0
This book had a great world building and was written with a lot of imagination. I'm totally sure, that it would be so much more exiting for people who live in London or have at least been there once. For me it was kind of lame until I realized, that most of the characters are sights in England and this book has some "historical background" like I'd like to call it. It just didn't really tie me up, allthough I'm a huge fan of Neil Gaimans writing style.