sandraagee's review
3.0
I kind of anticipate that after the completion of this series, I'll look back on The Necromancer and liken it to Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix - a vaguely interesting transitional novel with the only truly memorable part being the ending that twists the story on its head. For whatever reason I'm still eagerly anticipating the next volume despite Scott's incredibly repetitive writing.
colin_cox's review
3.0
The Immortal Secrets of Nicholas Flamel remains an addictive and endless readable series of books with the penultimate volume, The Necromancer. What began as a simple and singular narrative diverges here in ways that remind me of Phillip Pullman’s His Dark Materials series. Regrettably, the character work fails to inspire, and The Necromancer does little to correct this problem. To the book’s credit, the overarching villain, Dr. Dee, becomes marginally more interesting as Scott unspools his motivations, but any attempts at nuanced character development ends there.
lindsayreads21's review
5.0
I’ll be honest; I have not read the first three books of this series. I’ll be honest again; I loved this book. I plan on getting the first three as soon as possible so that I can read up on how the story got to where it is (although Michael Scott does an awesome job of setting things up so you can pretty much figure out where everyone stands and how they got there). Easily comparable to the Harry Potter books (you may remember Nicholas Flamel as the original owner of the Sorcerer’s Stone in the first book), but don’t be confused. Nicholas Flamel was a real person and this series in no way ties into the wizarding world of Harry Potter.
Throughout the book, there are several different story lines that all work together to create a dynamic and suspenseful plot. The twins, Josh and Sophie, are trying so hard to hone their skills and learn all they can, while at the same time trying to figure out which side is the “good” side in the epic battle that is inevitably coming. The Necromancer leaves off in a real cliff-hanger and I really cannot wait for the next book to come out next year. It’s going to be a long wait.
If you enjoyed Harry Potter or any other fantasy or young adult fiction, you will likely enjoy The Necromancer as much as I did.
Throughout the book, there are several different story lines that all work together to create a dynamic and suspenseful plot. The twins, Josh and Sophie, are trying so hard to hone their skills and learn all they can, while at the same time trying to figure out which side is the “good” side in the epic battle that is inevitably coming. The Necromancer leaves off in a real cliff-hanger and I really cannot wait for the next book to come out next year. It’s going to be a long wait.
If you enjoyed Harry Potter or any other fantasy or young adult fiction, you will likely enjoy The Necromancer as much as I did.
_onemorechapter_'s review
adventurous
emotional
funny
informative
inspiring
mysterious
relaxing
tense
medium-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
4.0
💭 "The Necromancer" continues the thrilling adventure that began in the previous books of the series. This installment delves deeper into the magical world, the complexities of its characters, and the ongoing conflict between good and evil. As the fourth book in the series, "The Necromancer" contributes to the overarching narrative, building upon the foundation laid by its predecessors.
Scott weaves a complex and intriguing storyline, blending mythology, historical references, and modern-day settings. The pacing of the book is generally fast-paced, with action-packed sequences that kept me engaged. Scott's prose is descriptive and vivid, allowing me to easily visualize the magical world he has created.
One of the strengths of the book is its character development. The main characters, particularly Sophie and Josh, continue to evolve as they grapple with their newfound powers and responsibilities. I thought the relationship between Sophie and Josh was well-developed. They were both strong characters in their own right, but they also worked well together as a team.
Additionally, the introduction of new characters (like the Aztec goddess Coatlicue was a particularly interesting character) and the exploration of their motivations adds depth to the overall narrative.
The Necromancer is a long book, but it never felt slow or boring. Scott kept the action moving at a brisk pace, and there were always new twists and turns to keep me engaged.
The series draws from a wide range of mythologies and historical events, creating a rich and immersive world.
Overall, "The Necromancer" is a solid addition to the series, offering an engaging continuation of the story while further expanding the magical universe that Michael Scott has crafted. Fans of urban fantasy, mythology, and fast-paced adventures will likely enjoy this book and find themselves eagerly anticipating the next installment in the series.
𝐏.𝐒 Josh finally went to the dark side! That was a long time coming. Damn, he is stupid!!
I really was surprised when I found out who the Necromancer is as I assumed it must be Dee but I wasn't expecting who the real necromancer turns out to be.
🔸𝑴𝒚 𝑹𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
🔸𝑮𝒐𝒐𝒅𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒔 𝑹𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈: 4.14 (65135) 🔸𝑮𝒆𝒏𝒓𝒆: Fantasy and Thriller
🔸𝑺𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒆𝒔: The Secrets Of The Immortal Nicholas Flamel - Book 4
🔸𝑹𝒆𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒅𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏: Yess!!
It is a fun and exciting adventure story that I would recommend it to everyone.
🔸 𝑭𝒂𝒗𝒐𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒆 𝑸𝒖𝒐𝒕𝒆𝒔:
“You are not living, you are surviving.”
“Good or bad is a matter of perspective. I met an immortal humani once, a man called William Shakespeare, who wrote that there is nothing either good or bad, but thinking makes it so.”
“Often the greatest act of courage is admitting that one has made a mistake.”
“There is always something to see if you only know how to look.”
“You told me it was a mistake to fight the scarred warriors. They were the survivors.”
“But the truth is a double-edged sword; it is a dangerous thing.”
“I am not afraid to die because I know that when we go, we will go together. It is living without you that would be unbearable.”
“in every war, both sides believe they are in the right.”
“What is the point in living forever, if it is not with the woman I love?”
“Laziness will kill even the strongest warrior.”
“I’ve seen men go to their deaths laughing, I’ve seen others wail and cry. They all died in the end, but those who were laughing seemed to have an easier time of it.”
Scott weaves a complex and intriguing storyline, blending mythology, historical references, and modern-day settings. The pacing of the book is generally fast-paced, with action-packed sequences that kept me engaged. Scott's prose is descriptive and vivid, allowing me to easily visualize the magical world he has created.
One of the strengths of the book is its character development. The main characters, particularly Sophie and Josh, continue to evolve as they grapple with their newfound powers and responsibilities. I thought the relationship between Sophie and Josh was well-developed. They were both strong characters in their own right, but they also worked well together as a team.
Additionally, the introduction of new characters (like the Aztec goddess Coatlicue was a particularly interesting character) and the exploration of their motivations adds depth to the overall narrative.
The Necromancer is a long book, but it never felt slow or boring. Scott kept the action moving at a brisk pace, and there were always new twists and turns to keep me engaged.
The series draws from a wide range of mythologies and historical events, creating a rich and immersive world.
Overall, "The Necromancer" is a solid addition to the series, offering an engaging continuation of the story while further expanding the magical universe that Michael Scott has crafted. Fans of urban fantasy, mythology, and fast-paced adventures will likely enjoy this book and find themselves eagerly anticipating the next installment in the series.
𝐏.𝐒 Josh finally went to the dark side! That was a long time coming. Damn, he is stupid!!
I really was surprised when I found out who the Necromancer is as I assumed it must be Dee but I wasn't expecting who the real necromancer turns out to be.
🔸𝑴𝒚 𝑹𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
🔸𝑮𝒐𝒐𝒅𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒔 𝑹𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒏𝒈: 4.14 (65135) 🔸𝑮𝒆𝒏𝒓𝒆: Fantasy and Thriller
🔸𝑺𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒆𝒔: The Secrets Of The Immortal Nicholas Flamel - Book 4
🔸𝑹𝒆𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒅𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏: Yess!!
It is a fun and exciting adventure story that I would recommend it to everyone.
🔸 𝑭𝒂𝒗𝒐𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒆 𝑸𝒖𝒐𝒕𝒆𝒔:
“You are not living, you are surviving.”
“Good or bad is a matter of perspective. I met an immortal humani once, a man called William Shakespeare, who wrote that there is nothing either good or bad, but thinking makes it so.”
“Often the greatest act of courage is admitting that one has made a mistake.”
“There is always something to see if you only know how to look.”
“You told me it was a mistake to fight the scarred warriors. They were the survivors.”
“But the truth is a double-edged sword; it is a dangerous thing.”
“I am not afraid to die because I know that when we go, we will go together. It is living without you that would be unbearable.”
“in every war, both sides believe they are in the right.”
“What is the point in living forever, if it is not with the woman I love?”
“Laziness will kill even the strongest warrior.”
“I’ve seen men go to their deaths laughing, I’ve seen others wail and cry. They all died in the end, but those who were laughing seemed to have an easier time of it.”
jasonlaw77's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
imthatalexguy's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
stormashke's review
adventurous
dark
lighthearted
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
thedayoflight's review
Felt it was not immature and characters where making dumb decisions.
shaekin's review
4.0
Better than the 2nd and 3rd books. This book introduced some fun new lore and diverted a little from the same formula the first three books followed. I would say it was worth getting to this point to see the writing improve, but my final opinion will depend on how the series wraps up over the next two books.
lestaslettering's review
1.0
The series has turned annoying. First of all, I hate both the Flamels and the Dee. Machivelli is the only interesting character and briefly Aoife was. Josh is infuriating and all the characters are stupid. Shakespeare was fun but this story has started to get old. You lived more than 500 years, accept your death and move on. Let a complete wipe out come. Is that so bad, considering the way world is right now? I think Kane Chronicles was better, which is saying a lot, considering I didn't even like it that much. I thought learning elemental magic especially from legends would be more complicated and exciting than represented here.
The concept was unique in the first book and I understand this is for children but it has started getting old too soon. I didn't even care about this book that much. Just calling out a name does not make someone raise the dead. Period.
The concept was unique in the first book and I understand this is for children but it has started getting old too soon. I didn't even care about this book that much. Just calling out a name does not make someone raise the dead. Period.