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bronwynheeley's review against another edition
read the first chapter (page 10) and kinda really hate the writing, which sucks 'cause I really liked Frankie, but it's like the author is trying to hard to write in the voice of a 12 year old boy - which, obv, but it was grating on my brain. maybe my kid will like it
someonetookit's review
5.0
This was almost perfect, with a few small plot holes that I feel like the average reader wouldn't pick up because its meant for 10 year olds
mahaliathenerd's review
5.0
A cursed boy abandoned as a baby is the outcast of this ignorant village where superstition is overly exaggerated. Bo, who wishes to be one of the lids in the village, is trusted into an adventure with his best friend, a small fox, to free the stars to defeat the shadow witch. Bo meets many people as he is tasked to solve the riddle and save the world. This story deals with abandonment and self-worth. Each character undergoes abandonment as the journey becomes harder and harder. Some scenes made me tear up at the frustration, and sadness Bo and his friends must overcome. This was a great book.
nicoleceballos's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
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? Yes
4.0
radradradish's review
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
littleelfman's review
4.0
A fun fantasy adventure with a well crafted mythology of the world that Bo must save with the help of his new found friends.
tamj96's review
4.0
3.5 stars
Bo was left in the forest to die as a baby and were since the people who live in the village have believed he is cursed. After his guardian dies and the shadow creatures plaguing the land worsen, Bo and his fox best friend Nix, go on a quest to find the stars and bring good magic back to the world.
The Boy, The Wolf and The Stars is such a sweet story about grief, friendship, acceptance and forgiveness. It gave me Harry Potter/Magisterium vibes without the school setting. Bo talks to Nix and answers back to him like he can actually talk and its so cute!
At the start of their journey they make a friend called Tam a 700 year old bird/human. Tam joins them on finding the stars, despite believing it pointless. It wouldn't be a middle grade book without a few bumps in the way, in the form of a wolf, angry townspeople, an unking, a witch and Gavin.
The ending was heartbreaking and I was trying to read as fast as I could to make sure everyone would get a happy ending. I loved the magic system and the world as it was so interesting and different to what I've seen before.
If you are after a warm hearted, feel good book that has a good story and messages but also kind deep and dark, I would recommend this book.
Bo was left in the forest to die as a baby and were since the people who live in the village have believed he is cursed. After his guardian dies and the shadow creatures plaguing the land worsen, Bo and his fox best friend Nix, go on a quest to find the stars and bring good magic back to the world.
The Boy, The Wolf and The Stars is such a sweet story about grief, friendship, acceptance and forgiveness. It gave me Harry Potter/Magisterium vibes without the school setting. Bo talks to Nix and answers back to him like he can actually talk and its so cute!
At the start of their journey they make a friend called Tam a 700 year old bird/human. Tam joins them on finding the stars, despite believing it pointless. It wouldn't be a middle grade book without a few bumps in the way, in the form of a wolf, angry townspeople, an unking, a witch and Gavin.
The ending was heartbreaking and I was trying to read as fast as I could to make sure everyone would get a happy ending. I loved the magic system and the world as it was so interesting and different to what I've seen before.
If you are after a warm hearted, feel good book that has a good story and messages but also kind deep and dark, I would recommend this book.
dinipandareads's review
4.0
I voluntarily read this book as part of the blog tour hosted by TBR & Beyond Tours. Special thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing the ARC in exchange for an honest review. 4 stars
This book had all the elements that I normally love in a middle-grade fantasy! We get an amazing landscape in the world of Ulv that's rich in culture and myth, an innocent and curious protagonist, a cute and mischievous furry companion, and best of all wonderful friendships and found family! This also had surprisingly deep themes about abandonment and Plozza also doesn't shy away from showing the darker side of humanity.
Check out my blog to read my full review!
This book had all the elements that I normally love in a middle-grade fantasy! We get an amazing landscape in the world of Ulv that's rich in culture and myth, an innocent and curious protagonist, a cute and mischievous furry companion, and best of all wonderful friendships and found family! This also had surprisingly deep themes about abandonment and Plozza also doesn't shy away from showing the darker side of humanity.
Check out my blog to read my full review!
_holly_'s review
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
laurencarter's review
3.0
Thank you to edelweiss and HMH for an arc in exchange for an honest review.
I think the premise is really interesting but I was too invested in the story which isn't a reflection on the storytelling more the story for me.
The world building was fantastic and this had many important themes that are important to include in children/middle grade books such as chosen family.
The portrayal of wolves in this book was very interesting as well in contrast with how wolves are perceived in the real world. It has a way of getting the reader to show or feel compassion for the animals in this world.
I think it's a good book just not one that captivated me.
I think the premise is really interesting but I was too invested in the story which isn't a reflection on the storytelling more the story for me.
The world building was fantastic and this had many important themes that are important to include in children/middle grade books such as chosen family.
The portrayal of wolves in this book was very interesting as well in contrast with how wolves are perceived in the real world. It has a way of getting the reader to show or feel compassion for the animals in this world.
I think it's a good book just not one that captivated me.