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rsvnxorion's review against another edition
adventurous
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
The only downside for me was the heavy focus on Sam’s religion. I don’t get how she can still be a muslim when she has genuine proof of other gods being real. That by itself contradicts what islam is based on, that their god is the only god, all powerful. Sam is sort of hypocritical in my opinion, I put up with her in the first book, but in this one, she got on my nerves. Despite being a literal valkyrie, I cannot help but feel she looks down on the Norse pantheon, compared to the god she has learned to believe in. If not for that much focus on that aspect, it would have been an easy 5 star book.
Anyway, loved the introduction of Alex Fierro, in my opinion she/he’s exactly how a child of Loki should be. Loved her/his personality so much. I hope I can read more about her/him in the next book, rather than Sam.
Anyway, loved the introduction of Alex Fierro, in my opinion she/he’s exactly how a child of Loki should be. Loved her/his personality so much. I hope I can read more about her/him in the next book, rather than Sam.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Body horror, Death, and Religious bigotry
Moderate: Transphobia and Sexism
theliteraryteapot's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
I think it's been eight years ish since I read The Sword of Summer?? I can't believe it took me so long to continue the trilogy.
I really enjoyed book 2!! I feel like this is Rick Riordan's peak: genuinely funny, human, diverse, more violent, more mature. The found family trope works so well too, it really is the Magnus Chase trilogy's strength! And, although I'm sure it's not perfect, the efforts on R. Riordan's part to bring diverse representations is much appreciated.
I really enjoyed book 2!! I feel like this is Rick Riordan's peak: genuinely funny, human, diverse, more violent, more mature. The found family trope works so well too, it really is the Magnus Chase trilogy's strength! And, although I'm sure it's not perfect, the efforts on R. Riordan's part to bring diverse representations is much appreciated.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body horror, Violence, Animal death, and Blood
Moderate: Transphobia
theintrovertsbooks's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-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? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Abandonment, Animal death, Death, Death of parent, Gore, Grief, Infidelity, Physical abuse, Police brutality, Emotional abuse, Pregnancy, Violence, Body horror, Genocide, Blood, Injury/Injury detail, Medical content, Murder, Torture, War, Alcohol, and Confinement
finnft4's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
tense
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? Yes
4.25
Another banger. I have to say, Magnus Chase has my favorite cast of characters out of any Riordan series, hands-down. They are all incredible. It's gonna hinge on the last book, but it may very well surpass the original series for me. I'm having a great time so far, hardcore recommend
Preface though: I agree that the Norse gods are portrayed badly. Like awfully. It's really bad. But for me, it's negligible (other than the fact that Thor pisses me off and is just utterly irredeemable - just a pure comic relief character). I don't know enough about Norse mythology to be truly bothered. And I feel like Loki's character sort of makes up for it. But if that sounds like a deal-breaker, it probably is.
Preface though: I agree that the Norse gods are portrayed badly. Like awfully. It's really bad. But for me, it's negligible (other than the fact that Thor pisses me off and is just utterly irredeemable - just a pure comic relief character). I don't know enough about Norse mythology to be truly bothered. And I feel like Loki's character sort of makes up for it. But if that sounds like a deal-breaker, it probably is.
CURRENT RANKING
[1] PJO: The Last Olympian
[2] HoO: The House of Hades
[3] HoO: The Mark of Athena
[4] MCGA: The Sword of Summer
[5] PJO: The Lightning Thief
[6] PJO: The Titan's Curse
[7] MCGA: The Hammer of Thor
[8] HoO: The Son of Neptune
[9] PJO: The Battle of the Labyrinth
[10] HoO: The Lost Hero
[11] PJO: The Sea of Monsters
[12] HoO: The Blood of Olympus
[13] ToA: The Hidden Oracle
Content Warnings
Graphic: Torture, Child abuse, and Violence
Moderate: Body horror, Child death, and Transphobia
Minor: Kidnapping, War, and Ableism
orchidlilly's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-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? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Transphobia, Murder, Death, Body horror, Gore, Ableism, Blood, Child death, Islamophobia, Child abuse, Fire/Fire injury, Injury/Injury detail, and Violence
Minor: War, Police brutality, Racism, and Gun violence
readingbooksbcwhynot123's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
fast-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
5.0
AHHHH I LOVE THIS BOOK. Alex is a damn girlboss she is absolutely amazing and I love the LGBTQ+ rep as a genderfluid person she is just- the most lovable and iconic character ever. Blitz and Hearth, bless their hearts. Amazing both of them. Cried over Hearth’s backstory. Poor dude. Samirah is absolutely amazing as well and I LOVE her. Otis is a mood. Loke istg I’ll fight you☝️ Wonderful book overall. Cried on multiple occasions and it’s just a heartwarming yet emotional book. Perfect sequel if you ask me. This series has so far been a roller coaster and it’s so hard to process that I’m already 2/3 through it. ALSO, ANNABETH BRINGING UP PERCY? My heart skipped a damn beat. I’m being dramatic but I love Rick Riordan’s books okay if anyone reads this, know that. Definitely recommend if you like Norse mythology, however remember that it’s a sequel. That’s all. Bye! :D
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Body horror, and Death
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