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A review by anniquevvugt
Happily Ever Island by Crystal Cestari
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
1.5
This book feels like you’re reading a fan fiction written by a 12 year old.
I could see myself liking this book when I was twelve, but also I would still not be reading it with love.
Not a lot is explained or they don’t make much sense. For example: there was a verbal argument in Alladin’s part of the island while “prince Ali” was having his moment with the elephant and such.
And the people in the argument were still able to talk with eachother even though they weren’t that far from all the music etc. It doesn’t make sense.
I didn’t feel much for the characters and I didn’t feel the romance either. I only rooted for one couple. With the other I felt no tension no anything.
The main character madison is also insanely childish and selfish. Although it becomes slightly better towards the ends there were some actually laughable moments: like her making a skirt for herself, thinking her friend will become happy with that. Like??
It was an insane read and I’m happy I finished it.
The reason why I rated it 1.5 star instead of 1 star is because I see young teenagers liking it.
I could see myself liking this book when I was twelve, but also I would still not be reading it with love.
Not a lot is explained or they don’t make much sense. For example: there was a verbal argument in Alladin’s part of the island while “prince Ali” was having his moment with the elephant and such.
And the people in the argument were still able to talk with eachother even though they weren’t that far from all the music etc. It doesn’t make sense.
I didn’t feel much for the characters and I didn’t feel the romance either. I only rooted for one couple. With the other I felt no tension no anything.
The main character madison is also insanely childish and selfish. Although it becomes slightly better towards the ends there were some actually laughable moments: like her making a skirt for herself, thinking her friend will become happy with that. Like??
It was an insane read and I’m happy I finished it.
The reason why I rated it 1.5 star instead of 1 star is because I see young teenagers liking it.