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challenging
dark
mysterious
reflective
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying
Minor: Animal cruelty, Death, Blood, Gaslighting
adventurous
reflective
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
This was a decent Disney retelling as far the series go. Not my favorite, but far from my least favorite of the bunch. I appreciated the political intrigue aspect—that’s something in fantasy that always keeps me interested. That being said, I have no idea how Ursula was making decisions as princess when the king and queen were still alive. I think that’s a big plot flaw that needed to be addressed. I also wasn’t exactly thrilled with the idea of “mad prince Eric” focusing on his operas. I know his “madness” was due to magic but I find it hard to believe everyone still loved him for his art anyway if he was meant to be ruling (but was he?? If his parents are alive?? Please explain.)
But I did like the thrill of trying to expand the empire, putting lives at risk, blackmail, finding Triton, and putting everything at stake. It got a little dark and I was here for it. Overall a three star read.
But I did like the thrill of trying to expand the empire, putting lives at risk, blackmail, finding Triton, and putting everything at stake. It got a little dark and I was here for it. Overall a three star read.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Death, Violence, Blood, Grief, War, Injury/Injury detail, Classism