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rosecarroll's review against another edition
5.0
The sequel to Wise Child (which I absolutely loved) and Juniper, this book was quite good. It was not quite as magical as Wise Child was when I read it, but it was very well-written, with a good plot, although I felt like the book was missing something, and ended the story well. The characters were as vivid and wonderful as ever, although it felt as if Colman's feelings somehow were unresolved, if that makes sense. All in all, it was a very good book.
memozo_hottie3's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
glindaaa's review against another edition
4.0
And here we go again talking about the book I love most. I think that compared to the other two I love this one the most. It is the best way to describe the characters to see what they would do in times of panic and fear.
Though there is one thing I actually hate. I think Finbar get's a bit ignored at the end of the book. I mean he was the one who got the weapons and everything but he is not descriped at the battle which I think is were he should be too.
I always thought that in the end Juniper said to Leana she really wants to be her mother and that Leana got her mother figure (Juniper) and her father (Finbar of course) and that they live happily with Colman as their son but I think I imagined it and always continued to think about that for it did not happen. I think it would be a perfect ending. Close to the Castle of King Brandwyn how amazing would that be.
I remember reading this as a child and be afraid of what might happen with Colman/Leana and Cormac although I've read it several times I still think about that it's written very well. I loved it.
Though there is one thing I actually hate. I think Finbar get's a bit ignored at the end of the book. I mean he was the one who got the weapons and everything but he is not descriped at the battle which I think is were he should be too.
I always thought that in the end Juniper said to Leana she really wants to be her mother and that Leana got her mother figure (Juniper) and her father (Finbar of course) and that they live happily with Colman as their son but I think I imagined it and always continued to think about that for it did not happen. I think it would be a perfect ending. Close to the Castle of King Brandwyn how amazing would that be.
I remember reading this as a child and be afraid of what might happen with Colman/Leana and Cormac although I've read it several times I still think about that it's written very well. I loved it.
leavingsealevel's review against another edition
2.0
This is the third in a series - read the first 2 as a kid and then noticed this the other day and decided to see if I like it (plus it's finals...which means reading YA lit is my procrastination tool of choice).
I don't like it near as well as the first 2, but it's nice to finally get the ending...I always felt like the second book was a really dumb way to "end" things!
peytiebear's review against another edition
2.0
I enjoyed Colman, but I don't think it lived up to the first two books of the trilogy. It seemed flat and slow in comparison, and was missing a bit of the magic, especially of the first one.
doranvn's review against another edition
5.0
as a child I read the first two parts of this trilogy as they were given to me at birth, the have have been two of my favourites ever since, I bought this last part a few years ago but only now got to reading it and finished it in a day. I loved it.
bexi's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Confinement
Moderate: Violence, Fire/Fire injury, and Child abuse
Minor: Murder and Death
yourfriendtorie's review against another edition
3.0
My least favorite of the trilogy. This was her last book, I believe, and like the way I feel about my beloved Angela Carter, I am so sad I will never read a new book of hers again!
bree_of_the_woods's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
Delightful! Published posthumously, this final installment is a wonderful ending to the story of Juniper & Wise Child. I am happy to finally add this copy to my shelves besides its prequels - two of my favorite childhood stories.
aalbes's review against another edition
3.0
It's wonderful that Monica Furlong has written 3 books about our beloved dorans.
After book 2 I had an urge to know what would happen to the travelers. Now that we know, I of course have a new urge to know what would happen to Colman. Will he choose the path of becoming a doran?
But ales we will never know.... Thank you Monica for giving me the change to have read these fine books! <3
After book 2 I had an urge to know what would happen to the travelers. Now that we know, I of course have a new urge to know what would happen to Colman. Will he choose the path of becoming a doran?
But ales we will never know.... Thank you Monica for giving me the change to have read these fine books! <3