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oliviaroundwood's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
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? No
5.0
I loved this book, every time I wasn’t reading it I was thinking about it. It was short read as well which went with the plot amazingly, it never dragged out too much or skipped over parts too fast. Would 100% recommend.
koelkat's review
4.0
Gaiman has that really unique writing style of making his stories like fairy tales that feel oddly nostalgic. Even though I have never read the book before and have never seen the movie, I felt like I knew the story. It felt familiar. Not in a creepy way, but in a comforting way. Needless to say, I loved this book and the characters. Highly recommend!
tinysleepyreader's review
5.0
4.5. I adore both the book and the movie, it’s a rare instance when Hollywood makes changes that actually are better for the film. The book is fun, quick witted, and adventurous with a theme of politeness that reminds me to travel and speak to strangers with kindness first. I enjoyed the numerous side adventures explored in the book, and understand why there wasn’t as much action as the movie showed. Planning on purchasing for a copy as a gift soon! Definitely a feel good read, a fairytale.
amullally's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
lighthearted
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? No
3.75
3.75/5 - fun, new fairytale type of story. I liked how everything happened in the end. It did lose my attention here and there.
strawverri's review against another edition
5.0
loved the movie..so I decided to read the book. I liked how the movie ended with the villan dying.. and I liked how the book ended with the villan not dying...still enjoy the book more!
dania_19's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.5
natashairene's review
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
aarnireads's review
2.0
I might think differently now since I read it when I was quite young but frankly, it was the worst Gaiman has ever written. He's my favourite author but Stardust wasn't captivating and was kinda dull instead.