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ctait2106's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
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? Yes
5.0
canadiandarkfox's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
tense
fast-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? Yes
5.0
nicorobin's review against another edition
islamophobia jumpscare. was already reading more out of curiosity than enjoyment by that point
crisis__cloud's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Want to distill the essence of what Terry Goodkind's personal ethics were as reflected in his writing down from 30+ books to a single title? Start here. Mr. Goodkind artfully weaves the essence of the lessons passed on to us in his Sword of Truth saga as clever passages and quips in this departure from his traditional Fantasy format into a darker, visceral, more tangible world suited for those who may not enjoy his cardinal works. As a lifelong student of Mr. Goodkind's work, I highly recommend this title to anyone looking to dip their toes into the worlds created by the mind of this master storyteller.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Kidnapping, Death of parent, Murder, Death, Gore, Violence, Sexual assault, Blood, Addiction, and Rape
alexajo715's review
5.0
The female protagonist is a mix of Dexter Morgan with Black Widow and a hint of the Girl with the Dragon Tattoo. It’s an exciting book filled with action and a great setup for a new series.
erinnichole13's review
1.0
Good Lord, this book was bad. I'm not sure I can be concise. I apologize in advance.
Having read and been a huge fan of The Sword of Truth series, I was unsurprised by the violence some other reviewers commented on. This was on par with previous TG books.
It was the fact that Goodkind repeated the same thing over and over and over that was actually insulting as a reader. He would rehash the same minor tidbit for a page and a half before moving on with the story.
And the inconsistencies were painful- there was a page on how a character was the only person in the whole world with a trait. He was the only one. That trait was only possessed by one person in the world- him. Because he was the only one that possessed it. Then, the next paragraph would say, except for this whole other group of people. It was truly as if no editor read this book.
Additionally, Angela seems like a Pinterest search of "hot edgy girl". Within the first page, she dyes her hair from violet to platinum with an ombre effect that ends in blood red. Really? She did that in the morning in her bathroom before work? Not likely, old dude. Talk to any girl between the age of 16 and 35 or their hairdresser. That's not a thing unless you want your hair falling out. She goes on to dye it blue then back to red ombre, you know, just to really emphasize the implausibility. Oh, she also does her make-up like a model and has long legs that every. single. character. mentions. See above point on repetition. Seriously, did no female read this before it was published?!
Throw in some political subtext I have no interest in reading in my fiction books and you get a novel that is borderline unreadable. I'm truly still reading only to mock it further. What hair color will Angela have next page? How many more times will he say "trained for this mission our whole lives"? Will Angela get a personality to go with her long legs? Stay tuned!
Having read and been a huge fan of The Sword of Truth series, I was unsurprised by the violence some other reviewers commented on. This was on par with previous TG books.
It was the fact that Goodkind repeated the same thing over and over and over that was actually insulting as a reader. He would rehash the same minor tidbit for a page and a half before moving on with the story.
And the inconsistencies were painful- there was a page on how a character was the only person in the whole world with a trait. He was the only one. That trait was only possessed by one person in the world- him. Because he was the only one that possessed it. Then, the next paragraph would say, except for this whole other group of people. It was truly as if no editor read this book.
Additionally, Angela seems like a Pinterest search of "hot edgy girl". Within the first page, she dyes her hair from violet to platinum with an ombre effect that ends in blood red. Really? She did that in the morning in her bathroom before work? Not likely, old dude. Talk to any girl between the age of 16 and 35 or their hairdresser. That's not a thing unless you want your hair falling out. She goes on to dye it blue then back to red ombre, you know, just to really emphasize the implausibility. Oh, she also does her make-up like a model and has long legs that every. single. character. mentions. See above point on repetition. Seriously, did no female read this before it was published?!
Throw in some political subtext I have no interest in reading in my fiction books and you get a novel that is borderline unreadable. I'm truly still reading only to mock it further. What hair color will Angela have next page? How many more times will he say "trained for this mission our whole lives"? Will Angela get a personality to go with her long legs? Stay tuned!
henrymarlene's review against another edition
5.0
I did not realise that this book, 'The girl in the moon' by Terry Goodkind was part of a series, nor did I make the connection to his Sword of Truth series. So I read on. And I thought it was going to be a psychological thriller. And then there was a twist with immigrants who weren't really Mexican, and then there was a nuclear twist, and then there was a terrorist twist. But it all made sense. And it was so good! It was like watching an amazing action thriller, so visually stimulating to read.
I now have to find the first book, Nest, and the following books. I am hooked.
I now have to find the first book, Nest, and the following books. I am hooked.
shelschneider's review against another edition
5.0
This book is a heart pounding roller coaster ride of emotions. Angela Constantine is like all my favorite strong female characters wrapped up in one tough package. She had a rough childhood. Instead of letting it break her, she learned from it and became a strong independent woman.
Once I started reading this book I didn't want to put it down. I can't wait to read more about Angela, the girl in the moon.
Once I started reading this book I didn't want to put it down. I can't wait to read more about Angela, the girl in the moon.
golden_lily's review against another edition
The crones sit together in silence. You've heard that in their youth they roamed the land, gathered their knowledge close. They were once many but now only two remain. They'll share what they learned with you, if only you have the strength to listen.
You draw nearer, the list clutched in your trembling hand.
"Ageless ones," you croak, "I asked the internet what to read next while I wait for Winds of Winter. Does this satisfy?"
The nearer one, her hair as pale as the moon, gently takes the page. Her eyes are pained as she glances to her sister. She shakes her head.
"Oh child," the other sighs. You swear you see a hundred worlds in her dark stare. "Friends don't let friends read Goodkind."
You draw nearer, the list clutched in your trembling hand.
"Ageless ones," you croak, "I asked the internet what to read next while I wait for Winds of Winter. Does this satisfy?"
The nearer one, her hair as pale as the moon, gently takes the page. Her eyes are pained as she glances to her sister. She shakes her head.
"Oh child," the other sighs. You swear you see a hundred worlds in her dark stare. "Friends don't let friends read Goodkind."