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fictionfrog's review
adventurous
hopeful
fast-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.5
Night doesn't slack on the world building just because this is the final book. In fact, she builds on it even more. There is such beautiful imagery and imagination put into this whole series, but something about the description in this final book makes me want to live in this world even more.
For a while it doesn't quite feel like the last book, but that's not necessarily a bad thing. In a way, Night leads us on just like the main characters, anticipating the final battle and carefully taking calmer moments as they come. So I think the pacing is realistic. All the threads come together in a way that doesn't feel forced or rushed (only rushed in the way a final climax is meant to feel).
The final climax - wow. Everyone had a shining part, which I love to see. The resolution was well-fought for - not easily handed over. It was tense and even had some small twists and turns that I enjoyed very much. Nothing was rushed like they are in many endings.
Though this series took me a while to finish (nothing to do with it and everything to do with me), I did not have much trouble remembering characters, spells, and locations because of how fleshed out they were. I will remember this series fondly for a long time.
For a while it doesn't quite feel like the last book, but that's not necessarily a bad thing. In a way, Night leads us on just like the main characters, anticipating the final battle and carefully taking calmer moments as they come. So I think the pacing is realistic. All the threads come together in a way that doesn't feel forced or rushed (only rushed in the way a final climax is meant to feel).
The final climax - wow. Everyone had a shining part, which I love to see. The resolution was well-fought for - not easily handed over. It was tense and even had some small twists and turns that I enjoyed very much. Nothing was rushed like they are in many endings.
Though this series took me a while to finish (nothing to do with it and everything to do with me), I did not have much trouble remembering characters, spells, and locations because of how fleshed out they were. I will remember this series fondly for a long time.
the_bookish_raven's review against another edition
4.0
4/5 stars
I received an ARC of this book, and I am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
*Spoilers for books 1-3 ahead*
This book picks up right where book 3 left off. With the Dark Queen's power growing by the day, Ivy begins preparing for a final battle against her.
This was a great ending to a series that I have really enjoyed reading! Ivy's journey throughout these books was amazing, and I loved getting to witness her adventures!
The world-building was spectacular, as I've come to expect from these books! In this book, we're introduced to the dwarf tunnels as well as the home of the dwarves. D.E. Night excels at writing lovely and atmospheric settings, and I enjoyed getting to see even more of Croswald!
I did have a few issues with this book, hence the four star rating. I felt like the first half of this book moved a little slowly, though the pacing did pick up later on. I also disliked how almost all of the side characters from books 1-3 barely appeared in this one. I enjoyed all of Ivy's interactions with them. Lastly, the ending was satisfying though it seemed a little abrupt.
Overall, this was a wonderful ending to the series! I will definitely be reading future books by D.E. Night! I would recommend this series to fans of middle-grade fantasies and fans of the Harry Potter and KOTLC series!
I received an ARC of this book, and I am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
*Spoilers for books 1-3 ahead*
This book picks up right where book 3 left off. With the Dark Queen's power growing by the day, Ivy begins preparing for a final battle against her.
This was a great ending to a series that I have really enjoyed reading! Ivy's journey throughout these books was amazing, and I loved getting to witness her adventures!
The world-building was spectacular, as I've come to expect from these books! In this book, we're introduced to the dwarf tunnels as well as the home of the dwarves. D.E. Night excels at writing lovely and atmospheric settings, and I enjoyed getting to see even more of Croswald!
I did have a few issues with this book, hence the four star rating. I felt like the first half of this book moved a little slowly, though the pacing did pick up later on. I also disliked how almost all of the side characters from books 1-3 barely appeared in this one. I enjoyed all of Ivy's interactions with them. Lastly, the ending was satisfying though it seemed a little abrupt.
Overall, this was a wonderful ending to the series! I will definitely be reading future books by D.E. Night! I would recommend this series to fans of middle-grade fantasies and fans of the Harry Potter and KOTLC series!
allisonleslie's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
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
5.0
Absolutely love the world of Croswald in these books and wish there were more to come in the series as I’ve grown to love these characters.
thepastelnerd's review against another edition
4.0
I can't believe this series is already over. I don't want it to end.
plumreads22's review against another edition
5.0
The War of the Woods is an action-packed completion of the Crowns of Croswald
Right from the beginning of the book it got me thinking if they really got out of the last situation from the last book and if it's true
Right from the beginning of the book it got me thinking if they really got out of the last situation from the last book and if it's true
jadedoodes's review
5.0
Another brilliant addition to the The Crowns of Croswald series. Whilst it started a little slow it soon got filled to the brim with adventure! I was absolutely hooked and couldn’t stop reading.
tissytis's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Love the magic in this, the ups and downs, back story, I enjoyed it. Most of all, I am the tin meals they have really piqued my interest. Perhaps one that Crowns of Croswald series will be made into TV/Movie and we can experience the magic world of Crowald. The short story right at the back also tugged at my heart string a little more, just to finish this book on an emotional but hopeful tone.
courtsbooknook's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
4.25
I adore this sweet series and this final installment was a great way to close the series. I love how much Ivy has developed as a character since readers first met her. Her relationship with Fyn and the other characters was really enjoyable to watch as well. I loved the magic and the quest vibes in this book. It's definitely a fantasy series that I was able to fully immerse myself in. It was also so whimsical and light and I appreciate that in a fantasy world. I love this series so much and this book was super fun and delightful.
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