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tiggytiggy's review
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
jenbsbooks's review against another edition
4.0
I was happy to come into the series after three+ books were out (is that it?) I don't always want to continue on with a series back to back, but I like to have the option. Here, I started the second book (also included in AudiblePlus, it is an AudibleOriginal, exclusive) immediately after finishing the first (and I've read the third before getting around to writing this review).
I like that all three stories, while continuing and connected, have their own storyline. Book 1 wrapped up with Amelia connecting with her mother, saving the school, and being revealed as a composer. Here, the kids have had summer break and are back at the school.
Enter ... Amelia Jones. The other Amelia Jones (the "real" one per se). Also, as the title indicates, there is the Midnight Orchestra, with a mysterious conductor/Necromuse who may have evil plans.
This matched the first installment, same narrator (she's great) and the background music adding ambience to the audio edition. The punny chapter headings (and here, there were chronological chapters as well as headings, something the first book lacked).
There was a "Pitch Perfect" feel ... a competition between schools.
A little time manipulation ... baby Jai.
The reveal ... I was pretty much expecting that, and there was an event to set up further adventures, while bringing this conflict to a conclusion.
1st person/present tense. YA - no content concerns.
I like that all three stories, while continuing and connected, have their own storyline. Book 1 wrapped up with Amelia connecting with her mother, saving the school, and being revealed as a composer. Here, the kids have had summer break and are back at the school.
Enter ... Amelia Jones. The other Amelia Jones (the "real" one per se). Also, as the title indicates, there is the Midnight Orchestra, with a mysterious conductor/Necromuse who may have evil plans.
This matched the first installment, same narrator (she's great) and the background music adding ambience to the audio edition. The punny chapter headings (and here, there were chronological chapters as well as headings, something the first book lacked).
There was a "Pitch Perfect" feel ... a competition between schools.
A little time manipulation ... baby Jai.
The reveal ... I was pretty much expecting that, and there was an event to set up further adventures, while bringing this conflict to a conclusion.
1st person/present tense. YA - no content concerns.
vdawg's review against another edition
I flew through this book! I loved it just as much as the first. This is such a fun book with music and mystery and magic. I love Amelia and I loved getting to know her story more!
arodda's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Another fun dip into the Mystwick world.
karydiazc's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
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
4.0
I can't imagine reading the book instead of listening to it with the music effects and the songs being played by the orchestra!
This book is really nice to read and s lovely palate cleanser when you just want something with just enough action and not much consequences as YA or adult books since, of course, it's a kids book.
Now, talking about that I really enjoyed the characters and despite being a bit annoyed by the lack of communication between Amelia and Darby, I had to remember we're talking about 12 year olds learning to manage a friendship and going through some hard stuff.
Overall, great book.
I did found the identity of the leader of the Midnight Orchestra very predictable, but that wasn't really a break dealer for the book.
This book is really nice to read and s lovely palate cleanser when you just want something with just enough action and not much consequences as YA or adult books since, of course, it's a kids book.
Now, talking about that I really enjoyed the characters and despite being a bit annoyed by the lack of communication between Amelia and Darby, I had to remember we're talking about 12 year olds learning to manage a friendship and going through some hard stuff.
Overall, great book.
I did found the identity of the leader of the Midnight Orchestra very predictable, but that wasn't really a break dealer for the book.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent and Bullying
Moderate: Toxic friendship
vickyramirezy's review against another edition
2.0
I think the magic system is starting to break down. This book made composing so formulaic, just feel a strong emotion and a random spell you have no control over is created. But also, Amelia created a time re-winding spell with extreme precision on-the-spot and without any emotion ? I liked the scene where she was being chased and ended up where the lady was eating bugs. I dislike that the other amelia is leaving now, I find this lazy.
rosieaufait's review
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
teajunki's review
adventurous
lighthearted
mysterious
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? Yes
3.75
whitreadslit's review against another edition
4.0
This is such a fun little series! If you are interested in music and audio books, you have to read this series! All of them are made for audio and have live music played along with the story. It is a very Harry Potter-esque kind of story, but the magic is all made via music. This one dove a little deeper into more emotional issues, but was still a great read!
4 Stars
4 Stars
kbecker610's review
5.0
Wonderful narration. I figured out who the villain was pretty early on, but I still greatly enjoyed the story.