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showell's review
3.0
Honestly, I waver on whether it's a three or four star, so don't be surprised if it changes. I ended up with three stars because the politics in this book are a bit heavy-handed. Also, I nearly gave up on it halfway through. I do enjoy Mildred's character, though, and she brought me back.
When my 9YO asked me if she could read this book, I wavered as well. From an adult content point of view, it's fine. But the emotional demands of this book might be a bit much for a 9YO. I am putting this particular book in the "let my daughter decide for herself whether or not she wants to keep reading" pile.
When my 9YO asked me if she could read this book, I wavered as well. From an adult content point of view, it's fine. But the emotional demands of this book might be a bit much for a 9YO. I am putting this particular book in the "let my daughter decide for herself whether or not she wants to keep reading" pile.
caityfalcon's review
2.0
I unfortunately struggled to get through this book, but I would be willing to give it another try!
twhittie's review
4.0
Best novel yet in the Network series, hands down. It is a prequel, but it serves like prequels should- giving you the story you need about characters that are going to be pivotal in the coming novels. It's made me want to go back and read the other two books in this series to refresh my memory. This book had an excellent climax and witty dialogue. It was a well thought out plot and worth reading!
ivy_skye's review
5.0
I have read Book 1 before reading Book 0.5, this book, the prequel. I was very impressed with it. The characters, the background story. And it is not just a smallish prequel, it is a book on its own. I cant wait to continue.
woolfardis's review
1.0
I wasn't convinced at all by the young protagonists being only six years old, what with their miraculously good vocabulary and epistolary skills, nor was I particularly interested in the political background or plot.
Also not impressed with the author's impression of England, fictional or not.
Perhaps only for those that have read the books that, chronologically, come after this one.
Also not impressed with the author's impression of England, fictional or not.
Perhaps only for those that have read the books that, chronologically, come after this one.
kelseykeating's review
5.0
Mildred's Resistance is a prequel to The Network Series, following Mildred--everyone's favorite no-nonsense witch.
I. Love. Mildred. Seriously. The contrast between her and Evelyn is so drastic it's a wonder their friendship lasts as long as it does. I don't want to spoil anything just in case you haven't read the other books in The Network Series (Miss Mabel's School for Girls and Antebellum Awakening).
Just know that if you like magic that's in a well-rounded world and not overpowering...and if you like deep, well structured characters...and if you like amazing writing...and social structures that are so real you feel like you're there....
Just read this book. Okay? Trust me.
Why 4 stars? Because you trust 4 stars more than 5. It's actually a 4.9.
I. Love. Mildred. Seriously. The contrast between her and Evelyn is so drastic it's a wonder their friendship lasts as long as it does. I don't want to spoil anything just in case you haven't read the other books in The Network Series (Miss Mabel's School for Girls and Antebellum Awakening).
Just know that if you like magic that's in a well-rounded world and not overpowering...and if you like deep, well structured characters...and if you like amazing writing...and social structures that are so real you feel like you're there....
Just read this book. Okay? Trust me.
Why 4 stars? Because you trust 4 stars more than 5. It's actually a 4.9.
jackiijackii's review
4.0
I had to triple check that this book was published in 2015, because it feels like a direct response to the world today. This series hooked me from the beginning, but I especially needed this story right now. It's renewed my strength and resolve to resist.
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