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sibley's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
forgottenwitch's review
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-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? No
2.5
Not a book I would’ve read normally, but it came recommended by a friend so I had to give it a shot.
For being a middle grade book, the magic system was fairly interesting - unfortunately, the rest of the book left a lot to be desired and I still can’t get over the fact that this story is canonically set in the real world
For being a middle grade book, the magic system was fairly interesting - unfortunately, the rest of the book left a lot to be desired and I still can’t get over the fact that this story is canonically set in the real world
brandypainter's review against another edition
2.0
An interesting "what if…" on Atlantis. Lovers of stories filled with fantasy, journeys, and the supernatural will probably be unable to resist it. I found it to be waaaay longer than necessary, slow in many parts, and that the characters often spoke and acted in ways that didn't mesh with the world building.
youarethelibrarian's review against another edition
adventurous
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
I didn’t love this. It takes too long to get to the main plot of the book, and it’s also really long for being a middle grade book. There was a lot of description which dragged it out. I would recommend to fans of magic, nature, and insult-humor, which for some reason people seem to associate with middle-grade audiences??
I did like the budding friendship between Atlanta and Promi, and the elder characters Promi meets in the beginning of the book.
I did like the budding friendship between Atlanta and Promi, and the elder characters Promi meets in the beginning of the book.
kath27's review
5.0
I loved this book more the second time around.
I love the world of Ellegandia and it's rich mythology, i started putting in tabs whenever there was something about the myths or history of the country.
I just really like this world and i am exited to continue reading this trilogy.
I love the world of Ellegandia and it's rich mythology, i started putting in tabs whenever there was something about the myths or history of the country.
I just really like this world and i am exited to continue reading this trilogy.
wonder_jenn's review against another edition
2.0
It was ok. The concept was interesting and original but I didn't find the execution very convincing...
bahbadook's review
4.0
Like a lemon chiffon cake
These were short little chapters, which I appreciated. Sometimes it is good to have long chapters. Other times, short ones are the way to go.
I also appreciated the light, flexible world building. This was a sweet story and it have world building only when the world building was absolutely necessary, although the conversation in the dungeon made me snicker a little from the exposition dump.
Solid story, quick read. I would have liked to sit in moments a little more but I genuinely appreciated a character who was kind of a selfish but these and stubbornly refusing The Hero's Call, especially for as long as he did. The swamp section was a bit of a slog and there was almost a little bit of teleportation going on, or maybe I just wasn't keeping track of the geography. The weird obsession with sweet made me laugh a little. Not sure if I missed on any foreshadowing with it or if it was just to impress upon the reader how much he likes sweet things.
But other than that, this was a good story and it was light and fun. Good stuff.
These were short little chapters, which I appreciated. Sometimes it is good to have long chapters. Other times, short ones are the way to go.
I also appreciated the light, flexible world building. This was a sweet story and it have world building only when the world building was absolutely necessary, although the conversation in the dungeon made me snicker a little from the exposition dump.
Solid story, quick read. I would have liked to sit in moments a little more but I genuinely appreciated a character who was kind of a selfish but these and stubbornly refusing The Hero's Call, especially for as long as he did. The swamp section was a bit of a slog and there was almost a little bit of teleportation going on, or maybe I just wasn't keeping track of the geography. The weird obsession with sweet made me laugh a little. Not sure if I missed on any foreshadowing with it or if it was just to impress upon the reader how much he likes sweet things.
But other than that, this was a good story and it was light and fun. Good stuff.
starship_olympus's review against another edition
adventurous
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
4.0
Nothing less than a T.A. Barron novel. His world is fantastically real with it's own people, cultures, and everything that is in a world! The characters are believable (as always) and the romance never too overpowering.
I really enjoyed Promi. I wish we'd had more time with him just to see him grow up because there is so much left for him to learn. I also appreciate the lovely brown curly haired Atlanta. She was tough, while still feminine. A lovely girl who seemed to thrive in the world she lived it. They were real to me, and relatable in the highest sense.
The villains were interesting. I wish there could have been more of the immortals, but I'm glad to see Grukarr alive so his evil storyline can extend longer.
If there is another book (which I hope there is!!!) A very easy read--I finished it in 3 days (granted I was in a car for 4 hours so that helped).
But again, a fabulous world by T.A. Barron.
I really enjoyed Promi. I wish we'd had more time with him just to see him grow up because there is so much left for him to learn. I also appreciate the lovely brown curly haired Atlanta. She was tough, while still feminine. A lovely girl who seemed to thrive in the world she lived it. They were real to me, and relatable in the highest sense.
The villains were interesting. I wish there could have been more of the immortals, but I'm glad to see Grukarr alive so his evil storyline can extend longer.
If there is another book (which I hope there is!!!) A very easy read--I finished it in 3 days (granted I was in a car for 4 hours so that helped).
But again, a fabulous world by T.A. Barron.
david_wiley's review against another edition
5.0
The main character, Promi, is memorable and is exactly the sort of person you can’t help but to cheer for. He finds himself wrapped up the web of an ominous prophecy that predicts the end of all magic which, in Atlantis, would mean a drastic change for everyone there. Why? Because magic is tailored in to many aspects of Ellegandia, including the boots that Promi wears (they magically adjust to the size of his feet). I love the imagined setting of Ellegandia – the diverse people and creatures that live in or around Ellegandia and the elements of magic woven into it. The Listener magic is an interesting system that is central to the events of the story and it creates some intriguing sacrifices and situations for Promi. The supporting cast of characters is wonderful and the nature surrounding Ellegandia, home of fascinating magical creatures and Promi’s friend, Atlanta, captures the imagination.
I can’t say enough good things without spoiling the essence of the book. It is written for Middle-Grade/Young Adult readers which makes this a fast-paced page-turner of a book. This is a perfect read for anyone who enjoys magic, fairies, tales of prophecy, moments of daring and swashbuckling adventure, sweet food and journal entries, the Atlantis mystery/mythology, or nature. This was a great read and I can enthusiastically recommend this one to just about everyone that I know and will do so in the future.
Final Verdict: You should read this book! You won’t regret it.
A free copy of this book was provided by Goodman Media International, Inc. in exchange for an honest review of the book. The opinons stated above are my own and were not in any way influenced by any outside parties.
I can’t say enough good things without spoiling the essence of the book. It is written for Middle-Grade/Young Adult readers which makes this a fast-paced page-turner of a book. This is a perfect read for anyone who enjoys magic, fairies, tales of prophecy, moments of daring and swashbuckling adventure, sweet food and journal entries, the Atlantis mystery/mythology, or nature. This was a great read and I can enthusiastically recommend this one to just about everyone that I know and will do so in the future.
Final Verdict: You should read this book! You won’t regret it.
A free copy of this book was provided by Goodman Media International, Inc. in exchange for an honest review of the book. The opinons stated above are my own and were not in any way influenced by any outside parties.