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meme_too2's review
3.0
This was different, which makes it interesting. It was hard to understand the winged Maeve. Her character changed too violently to like her in any way, even though I think she might have been basically good, just hopeless. But then why did she fight so hard if she was hopeless. Confusing about half the time.
imsam's review against another edition
5.0
It's like someone took Firefly and made it a book. So it's awesome. Fun plot, interesting characters, a crew I want to see and can't wait to see more of.
ogrebattle's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
_viscosity_'s review
4.0
Is it sort of a mashup of "Firefly", Snow Crash, "Stargate", Zones of Thought, and other works? Yes. Are the plot twists fairly predictable and the coincidences fairly contrived? Yes. Did I like it anyway? Yep! Stick with it, it gets better as it goes along.
kmherkes's review
3.0
All the best roller coasters start off slow. Stick with this one to the first big hill. The ride is worth it.
If I had a shelf for "classic space opera," then this title would be proudly displayed there. Sadly, there isn't enough great space opera being written to devote a whole shelf for it.. That's why this was such a delightful find.
The world-building is vivid, the grand sweeping galactic history is rich and interesting, and the characters are unforgettable. Their choices aren't always good, but they're always driven by real emotion, and once things get moving, there's plenty of action to keep the plot lively. The narrative was a lot heavier on tell than show for my tastes, but it still caught my interest early and held me all the way to the very satisfying ending.
If I had a shelf for "classic space opera," then this title would be proudly displayed there. Sadly, there isn't enough great space opera being written to devote a whole shelf for it.. That's why this was such a delightful find.
The world-building is vivid, the grand sweeping galactic history is rich and interesting, and the characters are unforgettable. Their choices aren't always good, but they're always driven by real emotion, and once things get moving, there's plenty of action to keep the plot lively. The narrative was a lot heavier on tell than show for my tastes, but it still caught my interest early and held me all the way to the very satisfying ending.
gwentolios's review
5.0
Man, I have never come across a more complicated characters than those her. Plus this world is amazing, there are glimpses of other parts to give the reader an understanding this story is just one of many and I can't wait to get my hands on the next book.
gwentolios's review against another edition
5.0
Man, I have never come across a more complicated characters than those her. Plus this world is amazing, there are glimpses of other parts to give the reader an understanding this story is just one of many and I can't wait to get my hands on the next book.
marneechua's review against another edition
2.0
I really want to like this book and maybe I'll come back and give it more stars. I agree with many of the other reviewers - there is definitely some potential here, but it develops so slowly and there are no characters that you connect with in time to push you through the first few chapters. I can't remember what chapter I was on when I set it down last time, but I haven't picked it back up again. For those of you who like space opera or science fiction mixed with magical elements and fairies, those elements are there. And bounty hunters who may or may not be headed towards redemption. So loaded with possibility.
kyraslibrary's review against another edition
3.0
*This book was provided by Net Galley in exchange for an honest review*
This started out super slow, I almost stopped reading it. Each character had their own backstory, and I loved the flashbacks. The world-building is great, which is what I enjoyed the most.
I enjoyed this author and will be reading more from her in the future.
This started out super slow, I almost stopped reading it. Each character had their own backstory, and I loved the flashbacks. The world-building is great, which is what I enjoyed the most.
I enjoyed this author and will be reading more from her in the future.
miroen's review against another edition
3.0
All the best roller coasters start off slow. Stick with this one to the first big hill. The ride is worth it.
If I had a shelf for "classic space opera," then this title would be proudly displayed there. Sadly, there isn't enough great space opera being written to devote a whole shelf for it.. That's why this was such a delightful find.
The world-building is vivid, the grand sweeping galactic history is rich and interesting, and the characters are unforgettable. Their choices aren't always good, but they're always driven by real emotion, and once things get moving, there's plenty of action to keep the plot lively. The narrative was a lot heavier on tell than show for my tastes, but it still caught my interest early and held me all the way to the very satisfying ending.
If I had a shelf for "classic space opera," then this title would be proudly displayed there. Sadly, there isn't enough great space opera being written to devote a whole shelf for it.. That's why this was such a delightful find.
The world-building is vivid, the grand sweeping galactic history is rich and interesting, and the characters are unforgettable. Their choices aren't always good, but they're always driven by real emotion, and once things get moving, there's plenty of action to keep the plot lively. The narrative was a lot heavier on tell than show for my tastes, but it still caught my interest early and held me all the way to the very satisfying ending.
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