Reading Scions by Josephine Angelini was such a weird experience because Starcrossed was one of my favorite books when I was a teenager, I re3,5 Stars
Reading Scions by Josephine Angelini was such a weird experience because Starcrossed was one of my favorite books when I was a teenager, I read it multiple times & loved it so so much. Fast forward ~10 years I reread Starcrossed in preparation for Scions because I wasn’t sure I remembered everything correctly & I had actually a lot of fun rereading the book. Was it as amazing as I remembered? … well, no. It’s so dramatic and the ending made me mad for a few days because it feels so stupid? But I still enjoyed rereading the book a lot, it’s a really fun story and I was excited to dive into Scions next and read about Daphne and Ajax. And again, was the book amazing? … no. But it was very similar to the Starcrossed series, which is good I think. Lots of drama, lots of romance, family. Past me would have absolutely loved the book. 2022-Me can appreciate that I’m not the target audience anymore & that it wasn’t a bad book, even if not necessarily for me anymore. Don’t get me wrong, I enjoyed reading this prequel but I’m also a bit confused? And curious about the sequels. I just think except for setting up the plot of the sequels it wasn’t doing much plot wise? We already knew loosely from the Starcrossed series what happened. And I don’t want to say the book was unnecessary but maybe a short story or novella would have worked as well? Because right now I’m not sure what Scions did for the overarching plot but I could be wrong. However, I’m happy I’ve reread one of my old favorites even though I wouldn’t count it as a favorite anymore but it still has a special place in my heart because I used to love it so much & I liked spending time in this world again. ...more
- I think the last three books in the series were all a bit long and repetitive, because the story is basically traveling, fighting monsters, travelin- I think the last three books in the series were all a bit long and repetitive, because the story is basically traveling, fighting monsters, traveling, fighting more monsters, traveling... etc. - I adore all of the characters, but especially Nico and Reyna in this one (and Percy and Annabeth of course) - the ending (probably the last third?) was really really good, I couldn't put the book down and read until 3am because I just couldn't stop ...more
- I don't know why I am suddenly obsessed with the PJO fandom again, but I am and I am finally going to finish this series! - I'm living for the Perca- I don't know why I am suddenly obsessed with the PJO fandom again, but I am and I am finally going to finish this series! - I'm living for the Percabeth in Tartarus chapters - I don't care that much for Piper, Jason and Hazel but Leo and Frank really grew on me - BOB ...more
I just absolutely LOVED this book. Every second of it. While reading the first book I wasn't sure if this series was for me but the ending left me surI just absolutely LOVED this book. Every second of it. While reading the first book I wasn't sure if this series was for me but the ending left me surprised, so I definitely wanted to continue reading and oh boy, I was not disappointed. Obviously. I kinda can't believe I love these characters all so much because I didn't care for most of them in ”The Gilded Wolves” but suddenly - maybe because I already knew them - I really connected to them and found something relatable in everyone. They feel just so damn real and human. Well, except maybe Severin. He was actually my least favorite of the cast, which was a bit surprising for me because in the first book I liked Severin and Laila the most and in ”The Silvered Serpents” I was always longing for more chapters from Zofias and Enriques POV. I just truly adore that we have such a diverse cast of characters in these books. And the banter between Zofia and Hypnos was just everything and made me smile a lot. They're just really funny at the most unexpected moments. And the plot? Kept me totally on my toes the whole time because so much was going on. For me ”The Silvered Serpents” was perfectly paced, I wasn't bored one bit while reading it and also not overwhelmed with what's going on - which was a lot - and at the same time, we get to see a lot of the characters thoughts and feelings, which made it feel very character-driven. The ending wasn't as shocking for me after ”The Gilded Wolves” and I guessed who would be the bad guy pretty early, but it was still so much fun to find out if I was right. Which I was, so yay me. But it wasn't just plot and characters, it was also the setting and Roshni Chokshi's beautiful writing style that made me fall absolutely in love with this book. There were so many beautiful descriptions and quotes I marked on my kindle. Also, I just really like it if a second book takes place at a different location than the first one, and Russia/The Sleeping Palace was such a cool, atmospheric setting.
So, I think that was enough of me gushing about this book because I don't want to spoil anyone. Second book reviews are always so hard because there's so much I want to talk about but spoilers.
I think it's very clear how much I fell on love with the characters and their stories and I can't wait to find out how this tale will end in the third book. If you liked the first book a bit (or not) I would definitely recommend reading the second book in the series because ”The Silvered Serpents” was everything I hoped for and more. It was just so, so good. In fact, I can't stop thinking about it. And that should be really enough of me raving about this book, but let me say one more time: Please do yourself a favor and READ THIS SERIES....more
• loved the Slavic mythology because it's something I’ve never read before I think; also that it's set in Poland is great because I definitely never r• loved the Slavic mythology because it's something I’ve never read before I think; also that it's set in Poland is great because I definitely never read a book set there • Artur was the sweetest, I love him • also really loved the ace/questioning rep in general • was a bit confused at the beginning and couldn't really grasp the magic system but understood everything better along the way • I’m very excited for the second book already because Wiktoria and Artur really stole my heart ...more
• loved the Mayan mythology and that it was set in the 1920‘s in México, that was just very refreshing as a setting • the writing style sadly wasn’t fo• loved the Mayan mythology and that it was set in the 1920‘s in México, that was just very refreshing as a setting • the writing style sadly wasn’t for me, it just wasn’t holding my attention. There were to many descriptions for my liking I think. • it was for me just one of these books that was fine as long as I was reading it but as soon as I put it down I just had no urge to continue ...more
I was really excited for this fantasy, but sadly it wasn't for me. Usually I love short chapters but the chapters in Wicked Fox were sometimes just a I was really excited for this fantasy, but sadly it wasn't for me. Usually I love short chapters but the chapters in Wicked Fox were sometimes just a few pages long and with nearly every chapter we switched POVs and it was just a very confusing reading experience for me. Half the time I didn't knew what happened and while that is something I can enjoy if it is the intent of the author to confuse the reader. But here I was just plain confused even though I probably shouldn't be and well. It was just a very frustrating read for me. ...more
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