zenithharpink's review against another edition
3.0
This was not my favorite read of this series, though I did appreciate the wrap-up. This story was not a re-imagining of Red Riding Hood or Robin Hood, except in the presences of a red cloak and a coach robbery, both of which I found more insulting as a 'fairytale retelling' than anything else. This was an original story pretending to be something else.
Petunia is a great and entertaining character, and I liked that her sisters all played a part in this book, unlike the second book in this series. As this story wrapped up the series, I felt more and more like book 2 had nothing to do with the series overall, and I was event disappointed that Poppy's beloved played virtually no part in this book-I had liked him in the last book, so it felt like a loss.
I would recommend this book to those who have read the first two books in the series. I wouldn't recommend starting with this book, though it is a fun read, of sorts.
Petunia is a great and entertaining character, and I liked that her sisters all played a part in this book, unlike the second book in this series. As this story wrapped up the series, I felt more and more like book 2 had nothing to do with the series overall, and I was event disappointed that Poppy's beloved played virtually no part in this book-I had liked him in the last book, so it felt like a loss.
I would recommend this book to those who have read the first two books in the series. I wouldn't recommend starting with this book, though it is a fun read, of sorts.
thebookshelfofrat's review against another edition
5.0
Loved it! Brilliant reworking and combo of Red Riding Hood and Robin Hood. (Loved what the author did with the 'wolf' part of the tale!) It links back to the first book more than the second one did, with more reappearances from characters in the previous books. I like how the author revealed or hinted at what had been happened to each of princesses in the years between the last book. Loved Petunia's character and it was interesting to read about her perspective of the events of the first book and how she's deals with them.
Perfect mix of adventure and romance and a nice conclusion to the Princesses of Westfalin Trilogy.
(Although, in fairness, I would like some more tales about the princesses!) ;D
Perfect mix of adventure and romance and a nice conclusion to the Princesses of Westfalin Trilogy.
(Although, in fairness, I would like some more tales about the princesses!) ;D
yeoldeeclair's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
scribesprite's review against another edition
4.0
This seems to happen quite a bit when I read one of Jessica Day George's books. At first I get all excited and can't wait for the book to come out. Then I get the book and start reading it as soon as possible. The beginning is great and I start believing this is going to be her best book yet. Then somewhere near the end it gets a little weird. I think it may have to do with the magic of the world. Sometimes it doesn't make sense, like it wasn't fully fleshed out or something.
This is the third book in the twelve dancing princess series featuring Petunia (the youngest). She goes to Westfalin but on her way there she encounters bandits-one of them being Oliver. This however, is not her only problem. The new King Under Stone and his brothers are still out to get the sisters.
I'm glad I got to see more of the sisters, though it is mostly Petunia and Oliver in the beginning. Oliver kind of reminds me of Robin Hood so that was cool. Almost like a retelling for both main characters.
I like all the princesses that have been featured in this series by George for different reasons. Petunia is spunky (I suppose that is what you call a short girl that has a backbone), though she has her vulnerability. Petunia and Oliver are a charming duo. I'd say cute but usually leave that reserved for puppies and babies.
I'm not a huge fan of love at first sight in books, most of the time it seems the guy/girl just seems to think the person is beautiful/handsome and that is mostly what they base there love on from there. In most cases I'm okay with it and this one handled it well enough, it's not exactly love at first sight.
Too bad this is the last of the series, but it ended well. I recommend the series to fairy tales lovers.
This is the third book in the twelve dancing princess series featuring Petunia (the youngest). She goes to Westfalin but on her way there she encounters bandits-one of them being Oliver. This however, is not her only problem. The new King Under Stone and his brothers are still out to get the sisters.
I'm glad I got to see more of the sisters, though it is mostly Petunia and Oliver in the beginning. Oliver kind of reminds me of Robin Hood so that was cool. Almost like a retelling for both main characters.
I like all the princesses that have been featured in this series by George for different reasons. Petunia is spunky (I suppose that is what you call a short girl that has a backbone), though she has her vulnerability. Petunia and Oliver are a charming duo. I'd say cute but usually leave that reserved for puppies and babies.
I'm not a huge fan of love at first sight in books, most of the time it seems the guy/girl just seems to think the person is beautiful/handsome and that is mostly what they base there love on from there. In most cases I'm okay with it and this one handled it well enough, it's not exactly love at first sight.
Too bad this is the last of the series, but it ended well. I recommend the series to fairy tales lovers.
shaekin's review against another edition
5.0
A great way to wrap up the series. My only complaint is that this book is supposed to be loosely based on red riding hood, and that connection was tenuous at best. I also love that the series was actually finished and wrapped up rather than left open to drag on forever.
greenhearted101's review against another edition
5.0
4.5 stars
Oh goodness, I was crying at the end of this book. Not because it was a sad ending, but because it was all over and you just can’t help falling in love with such great and endearing characters. This book was great just like the other ones. Wonderful ending to this trilogy. Even though I would want more, to have a different story with each sister! One of the best series I’ve read in a while, loved every single book!
Oh goodness, I was crying at the end of this book. Not because it was a sad ending, but because it was all over and you just can’t help falling in love with such great and endearing characters. This book was great just like the other ones. Wonderful ending to this trilogy. Even though I would want more, to have a different story with each sister! One of the best series I’ve read in a while, loved every single book!
elitrmbl's review against another edition
adventurous
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? N/A
4.0
froydis's review against another edition
4.0
What a fun series! The books just get better and better as you go along. There are elements of Red Riding Hood in this one, but George has created an enchanted kingdom all her own, with compelling and interesting characters and a well-crafted and enjoyable plot. I highly recommend the entire series.
dcbel77's review against another edition
5.0
I liked this series. It was one of the first fairy tale retelling I've read and it set up a good bar. I really liked the twist and turns of the book, and how it differed from the original story.
The whole series is well made and interesting. It had me engaged from the start. I liked all three books a lot, and I wish there had been even more, although this book was a good ending of the series.
The whole series is well made and interesting. It had me engaged from the start. I liked all three books a lot, and I wish there had been even more, although this book was a good ending of the series.