Reviews

Mortal Engines by Philip Reeve

rh2riordan's review against another edition

adventurous tense medium-paced

4.25

phoenix2's review against another edition

2.0

Because of the movie coming out soon, I've picked up this book hoping for a great adventure. And yes, the story is actually really good, but the writing isn't. Is like having a great idea but not executing it properly. Now, Tom, the lead character, was likable and had a major character development. I liked that he was a realistic hero and he did what we all would have done in his shoes. I also liked Kate and her story. Actually, her story was the most interesting one. As a character, Kate was sweet, perky and the kind of girl who takes things in her hands and works to achieve what she wants. I liked her even better than Hester, as Hester's character was kind of a dull one. The only thing that marked who she was was her scar. Other than that she was just acting like a bully from time to time, but didn't show any real character or personality. Finally, the ending was really good. I didn't expect that to happen. But it was tragic as well and really really sad.

nobody7734's review against another edition

4.0

Solid read, came at a time in my life where I needed new fantasy 

ADORE The premise no matter how unrealistic (desperately want a video game version)

Cute romance plot even tho I generally find those overdone and a hair forced

Nice light read

bumbleyybee's review against another edition

adventurous dark emotional mysterious tense 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? Yes

4.25

msanders92's review against another edition

adventurous fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

miraintage's review against another edition

adventurous emotional reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.75

lbbelly's review against another edition

adventurous sad tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Loveable characters? It's complicated

4.0

Don’t judge this book by the lackluster movie. The world is fascinating, and as long as you’re expecting a “fun” YA dystopia it won’t disappoint. I say “fun” in quotes because the ending of the book is VERY different than the movie. Talk about man’s hubris, oofa doofa

wookieeatemyshoe's review against another edition

adventurous fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

2.5

kpixy's review against another edition

4.5

Fun premise, quick read.

vortimer's review against another edition

3.0

Rather dark YA, a mix of steam punk and post apocalypic sci fi.