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griffo's review against another edition
3.0
I really enjoyed the first Rotherweird book. It had a large cast of characters but you got to know the main ones and then, like a good jigsaw, you saw all the pieces come together and how these characters all held their piece of the jigsaw. Sadly this second volume continues with a larger array of characters, some of which don't seem to do much and it becomes too fragmented. At times it's difficult to follow which thread belongs to which character. It also lacks the humour and also the darkness which made the first book enjoyable. It ends in setting up the third volume so I'm hoping that the third volume follows the pattern of the first rather than this one.
jen_k's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
slow-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? Yes
3.75
elliepeake's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
sad
tense
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? It's complicated
5.0
victoria80's review against another edition
3.0
3.5/4
To be honest I got more than a little confused at times. Though again the writing was superb and the beautiful use of language I expected after Rotherweird. I love all the characters but did find I had to check who was who at times. Simply have to read the third one now
To be honest I got more than a little confused at times. Though again the writing was superb and the beautiful use of language I expected after Rotherweird. I love all the characters but did find I had to check who was who at times. Simply have to read the third one now
marionp's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
sophietica's review against another edition
2.0
Same as part one: interesting world and concept, so-so execution. This one has the added disadvantage that it's the middle of the trilogy, traditionally the least interesting one. Kept me interested enough to want to finish the series.
victoria80's review against another edition
3.0
3.5/4
To be honest I got more than a little confused at times. Though again the writing was superb and the beautiful use of language I expected after Rotherweird. I love all the characters but did find I had to check who was who at times. Simply have to read the third one now
To be honest I got more than a little confused at times. Though again the writing was superb and the beautiful use of language I expected after Rotherweird. I love all the characters but did find I had to check who was who at times. Simply have to read the third one now
sheeprustler's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
cawcaw8553's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
slow-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? Yes
3.75
blodeuedd's review against another edition
2.0
I honestly can not say anything with spoilers from book 1 so be warned.
First, do not read this book without having read book 1. Trust me, it will not work, you will be confused and wonder what the f is going on!? So this truly is a series that should be read in order. I know most should, but this one really should. If I am going to be frank, even I felt lost at times even though I read it back to back because the web he weaves is so freaking intricate. See, it has me using a word like that, you know I always take the easy way when it comes to words.
Right...ok, so Rotherweird is a weird place. They govern themselves cos 500 years ago a bunch of kids got sent there, gifted kids, until one of them took over and starting messing with things he should not. Like blending animals and humans, and making some of the "kids" near immortal.
Which brings is to present day. Some of these beings are still around, hidden, some of the immortals are hiding in plain sight. There is a plan and Wynter is coming. And he he will bring back a reign of terror.
Also, what is wrong with these people! This one person has this crazy idea about countrysiders (the people living around the town), and omg, it was scary to be honest. I think this place would be better erased from the earth.
There are a lot of characters. The main guy from book 1 is not around as much, as things fall into place.
And it is so well written, but you really have to have all your attention on the book because else you will miss something, a clue, a revelation, something crazy going on. Like, ok I will not say too much, but this place is not just weird cos a guy 500 years ago made monsters, no...it has always been weird. Romans, Druids, all have found their way there.
I do think the book got the better of me at times, I feel like a need to read more if I can not keep up! Yes, it got the better out of me, and I could not keep the focus i needed
A strange tale in an even stranger town, coming to life.
First, do not read this book without having read book 1. Trust me, it will not work, you will be confused and wonder what the f is going on!? So this truly is a series that should be read in order. I know most should, but this one really should. If I am going to be frank, even I felt lost at times even though I read it back to back because the web he weaves is so freaking intricate. See, it has me using a word like that, you know I always take the easy way when it comes to words.
Right...ok, so Rotherweird is a weird place. They govern themselves cos 500 years ago a bunch of kids got sent there, gifted kids, until one of them took over and starting messing with things he should not. Like blending animals and humans, and making some of the "kids" near immortal.
Which brings is to present day. Some of these beings are still around, hidden, some of the immortals are hiding in plain sight. There is a plan and Wynter is coming. And he he will bring back a reign of terror.
Also, what is wrong with these people! This one person has this crazy idea about countrysiders (the people living around the town), and omg, it was scary to be honest. I think this place would be better erased from the earth.
There are a lot of characters. The main guy from book 1 is not around as much, as things fall into place.
And it is so well written, but you really have to have all your attention on the book because else you will miss something, a clue, a revelation, something crazy going on. Like, ok I will not say too much, but this place is not just weird cos a guy 500 years ago made monsters, no...it has always been weird. Romans, Druids, all have found their way there.
I do think the book got the better of me at times, I feel like a need to read more if I can not keep up! Yes, it got the better out of me, and I could not keep the focus i needed
A strange tale in an even stranger town, coming to life.