My favorite of the series so far. So much action, death and intrigue. From the moment I started I couldn't put it down. George R.R. Martin expands on the world he has created for some characters and created a newer outlook for those you thought you knew.

I would give this more of a 3.5 star rating.

It's hard for me to read this and remember it was written long before we knew Luke and Leia were siblings, before Vader is Luke's father. Before Yoda. So little of the Star Wars Universe that we know today was around in 1978, and yet this book was written and released back then.

I found that the was times where the story dragged and a lot of that I will contribute to the excessive adjectives used to describe everything. It was something that bugged me from the first sentence. Yet when the action was happening in the book the author never got truly detailed and wrote the action in a pace that matched what was happening.

This book is placed just after the battle of Yavin and we really get a sense of how the Rebellion is operating although we never see the units in action. Luke is still confused as to how the Force works and his abilities with his lightsaber are choppy and inadequate.

While the book had needless detailed information on the ship's sensors, the quick sand like mud and black water; I was surprised on how little description we got on some of the natives to the planet. It was almost as if at that point we were to look at the book more from the Empire's outlook and not the Rebels.

Although the Empire was present through most of the book it was more of a bug than the main opposing force. Darth Vader didn't even appear till the last 30 pages or so. The stormtroopers and officers were also not so militaristic in this book and more like a mercenary group who took things as they came.

I am glad that I read this now when we are reestablishing the Universe and not a few years ago when the EU was at a strong point. I feel that the upheaval of the canon timeline makes this book more fitting to how we see the Universe right now.

I feel that too many people are forgetting that this is a work of fiction when reviewing this. They are so obsessed with the facts surrounding the time setting and place of the story that they don't take in the story itself.

I personally stay away from books of this nature for many reasons. To clarify on the "books of this nature," I mean books that are fiction placed in real world settings. I know that that can be difficult to stay away from all the time but I do my best.

The writing was okay. I did find some spelling and grammar errors in the book whether intentional or editing mistakes can be debated freely. The character of Death being the narrator, did give me some pause but fit well in this case.

The descriptions and comparisons did cause me to pause and question things. Many made no sense and threw off whatever flow the reading had. The use of random German words also did not seem to fit. Most were swear or derogatory so it seemed more of a way for the author to keep this classified a YA novel.

After all the nitpicking though I did enjoy the story itself. I read the book over several hours straight so I would say it's not a quick read but not one that will drag out either.

This story is more of one that the reader takes away what they want to. It is one that the reader has to decide if the book was worth it or a waste of time (as it is with all books) but I feel that this one even more so.

I loved this book. I did not go into it thinking that this was some Cinderella fairytale although so many people compare it to exactly that.

I adored Cinder. I felt that we could understand her from early on and the prince seems likeable enough. I caught on early enough who Cinder really was which I feel lets down the big reveal or maybe we were supposed to know...

I felt that the main conflict of the book was a bit of a cop out compared to what the main series conflict is. I do see how this phase of the story has ended but felt that this series can only get better.

The writing style is no more than expected when this is a young adult novel. Although I feel that at times it was too simple and easy on the readers.

I think I may revisit this book once I obtain the sequel and re evaluate this review.

I had heard so much about this series, and finally I was able to snag a copy to read for myself..... I have to say I had fun reading this.

It was quirky and upbeat. I read this in about a day. So super quick and it never dragged. Stephanie Perkins has a way of writing that keeps you engaged in the story and not looking at the page numbers.

Some of the story was a bit cliche and cheesy but for a young adult novel, I half expected that. Although there were some predictable moments I was okay with them because the delivery was a fresh outlook and experience.

I hope to read more of this series soon.

This book is engaging and unique. We see the story unfold through files and transcripts. Just when you think you have it figured out a probable comes in and steers you another way.

The love story is the epicenter to the plot but not the focus. We see just enough to invest in the characters and their relationship but there is no point in dwelling on what is or is not.

The science and technology is realistic and keeps you focused on the points of focus. Too many science fiction books have plot holes or outer worldly components that make it seem fake or to fictional. From programming to bioengineering this is all understandable and relatable to our technology now.

I really can't wait for the next installment for this.

A nice quick read as with any graphic novel. I just wish I had read the novel first.

The graphic novel gives the basics of the story. The artwork was well done and had the grungy feel that the story portrays.

I felt that overall the story was great and loved how they incorporated the images that were used in the original novel.

I had read the previous book to this one a little over two years ago. It took me a while to remember all the details to the characters and their history, but this book had a way of reflecting the past while still driving the story forward.

The development of the fae and their world was what intrigued me the most. Watching our lead character's past finally roll out while shaping her future was a great driving force. The only characters I can't seem to relate to are the witch covens. Although I can see them becoming key players to the finale of this series I just can't seem to attach to them at this point of the story.

Gave this 4 stars but felt it was more a 3.75 rating.

I listened to the audio book in one day. The story line was well done and had some great elements to it. If written for another universe this story could have still held up. It's not often we get stories told from the side of the Empire. Where you had people who genuinely believed the propaganda, wanted it to be true. It's a side that most people don't want to see or acknowledge. This story did not allow you to hate the characters and in fact all have some very endearing qualities. I saw some outcomes to situations before they happened but it was still enjoyable for the journey there.

I honestly can't find too many negatives worth mentioning. Very enjoyable read and a wonderful addition to the new canon.

This has been my go to book for years. Anytime I need something to read, hit a reading slump, or just want a sappy nostalgic thing to read there is this book.

George and James are my favorite couple of the Malory Family. Georgina is willful stubborn and outspoken. James is a pirate with a softside. Their constant battles of verbal tug o war are just comical enough to make them real.

Johanna Lindsey is by far my favorite romance novelist and this book is the one that put her there.