Fourth Wing
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Average rating4
I could probably consume thousands of pages of this story! Which is good because I saw a TikTok from Yarros that there will at least be 5 books in this series.
I loved the dragons and other fantasy aspects to this book. The school was killer! The plot was so fast paced that it felt like a couple books in one. The writing kept me engaged and was enjoyable. There were a lot of cool twists and plot points that made the read super fun!
I normally just happen to not read books with steamy romance in them so that was new to me. There was a lot of lusting and thirst that I just am not used to reading. I still am digesting how I felt about it.
The book as a whole was good but I felt it lacked some originality. The fantasy aspects were all things I've read before put in one spot and the romance felt predictable and a little cliche. It still all worked, don't get me wrong, but it would have been nice to have some outside of the box stuff. I think the world building was good too, but there were parts that were just thrown at you by the main character and it was a lot to remember all at once with no context.
Overall a solid 4 star read.
Definitely more of a 4.5 and I'm only not giving a 5 coz I was able to guess the twists.
I came across the hype of this book a bit late because I haven't been keeping up with bookish updates recently and by the time I realized what was happening, I kept seeing both raving reviews and criticisms. As I have been in a reading slump this whole year and have a huge list of pending arcs, I wasn't sure I would get to this book but I've always been a sucker for hype and I couldn't help myself. And this was definitely something I needed at this time.
As I'm used to reading a lot of reviews before I pick up a book which wasn't on my radar, I knew what to expect going in. This isn't the kind of book where you are looking for sublime prose or a world you'll get lost in. The world building is interesting but not extensive - we only get enough that is required for the purpose of propelling the characters' journeys but I did love the sudden revelations that happened towards the end because it suddenly opened up the possibilities for the sequel. The best part of this book is how fast paced it is - it's a breeze to read and it's very easy to forget the time once you start reading because it really sucks you in. The plot is also very straightforward and easy to follow and has familiar beats, so while some may find it very predictable, I think that's what I liked. It gave me a comforting reading experience which I really needed at this time.
The highlight of the book is definitely the characters. Violet is the protagonist whose POV we follow exclusively and she is so real and honest and strong and an absolute joy to follow along. She is hampered by her chronic health condition but the whole book is about her working hard to overcome her body's shortcomings because she is strong and smart and compassionate otherwise, and just needs to convince herself and the others that she is equally capable of being a dragon rider. The friends she makes in the riders quadrant, the way they support each other during life and death stakes, and all the trials themselves - it was all very enjoyable to read.
And ofcourse the one element that has blown everyone's mind - the romance. It's a solid enemies to lovers trope with intense attraction right from the get go and the tension is palpable in every interaction. Xaden as a character is also the typical brooding bad boy archetype that we've come to love in our fantasy romances for ages and the way he is written makes for perfect book boyfriend material. Violet and Xaden's chemistry is really electrifying and makes for some very smutty moments but thankfully it didn't take over the plot, which is what I prefer.
The dragons and how they choose their riders and the way their bonds work is also pretty cool, but the best part is the way they communicate and how it's both intense and hilarious but also equally emotional.
Overall, I can only say the hype is real. This may not be a masterpiece in writing but it's very entertaining and has its emotions in the right place, ready to ensnare the reader. If you're especially one of those who used to love reading the magical boarding school fantasy romances in the late 2000s/early 2010s or need a Divergent/ Hunger Games fix, then this book is the perfect solution. The audiobook is also pretty well narrated though it might be better to read the initial chapters so that you can get a hang of the terminology in this world. In the end, this is like a proper desi masala film, which is full of enjoyable and nostalgic elements and you don't need to think too much, just surrender to it.
had to reread this so i could start iron flame!!! still hits so good after months
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this book instantly had me hooked. if you know me, you know im a slow reader but i devoured this book in 3 sittings. i've never fallen more in love with a fantasy world like i did with the world of fourth wing. the romance was also so so good. the only predictable thing was the last 2 chapters, i instantly guessed where it was going and what the ending would reveal, but maybe thats just me. and the smut????? CHEFS KISS. i will be crying screaming throwing up and rereading until the next book comes out in november. this book absolutely deserves all the hype it got and continues to get ALSO THE DRAGONS????? IM IN LOVE
rating - 5/5
“Hope is a fickle, dangerous thing. It steals your focus and aims it toward the possibilities instead of keeping it where it belongs—on the probabilities.”
writing, the plot, the characters, dragons and the banter
perfection.
chef's kiss
we get more of his pov
there wasn't one dull moment in the book. The world building was done really really well for a fantasy. I think it'd be a great first time fantasy read because of how seamlessly the author eases you into the world. overall just done very well.
cool world building and magic system.
plot twists were unexpected, which is always good.
just want to know why the male lead is called Xaden (it gives me the ick).
The similarities to Red Queen made this pretty predictable, but I love that series so I wasn't mad about it. Plus, she had me at Dragons.
Fourth Wing was a wild ride. I enjoyed the dragon-centered fantasy adventure and the romance. The narrative style is a bit more crass and profane* than I prefer, but I was easily pulled in by the world, story, and characters. And, of course, the dragons! I think I hit the point of “can't put it down” at about the 60% mark. I flew through it and preordered the sequel.
It feels like the entire internet is reading Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros this summer, which is definitely part of the fun.
*The narrative style was a big contrast to the book that I read before this, The Secret Book of Flora Lee, which is more of a lyrical, atmospheric prose style of book.
Se viene delirio colectivo e impaciencia absoluta CON ESE FINAL APOTEÓSICO EN PLAN QUUUUUUEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE?!?!?'!.??.!.?!?!?!,!,,):&:);!
En fin, supongo que tendremos que esperar a este noviembre pero SOCORRO
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OMFG THIS IS MY NEW FAVORITE BOOK EVER. I'll take no criticism on this, this is not a democracy
Rating: 2.68 leaves out of 5-Characters: 2/5 -Cover: 5/5-Story: 2/5-Writing: 3/5Genre: Dragons, Fantasy, New Adult, Romance-Dragons: 4/5-Fantasy: 2.5/5-New Adults: 1.5/5-Romance: 1.4/5Type: AudiobookWorth?: EhHated Disliked Meh It Was Okay Liked LovedHmm should I start with the things I liked about it? What I liked:-The representation-The dragons-The Lore-Background characters-Fighting scenes-Training scenes-The abilities-MysteryWhat I didn't like:-The middle school romance-The cringe-The lack of imagination to be different-The mashup of so many books put in one without it being done correctly.-Calling it a NA when it is clearly a YA and you just wanted the go to have them have sex.-Did I mention the cringe?Okay for the actual review. I love the rep Rebecca does for people with her condition. I know there aren't a lot like that around and I found that she did a pretty bad ass job at it. Violet learning to have a voice and having character growth was amazing to read. The importance of having people who believe in you was another touch I liked. Among that the way she described dragons, fight scenes, training scenes, and stuff like that was done well. I enjoyed it. The lore had me hooked and one of the reasons why I didn't DNF it. Same with the side/background characters. I cared more about them which is never a good sign. Also the mystery and the need to have questions answered. I am hoping they are in the future books.Everything would have been okay if she hadn't added the cringe and very middle school romance into the mix. The basic triangle that really wasn't a triangle. The cringiness of certain lines. The love of two characters were sus at the beginning but overall I couldn't give a shit about the three main characters. I think they gave it the NA for spicy scenes but the mental age of these people were not something I would have like to read with spice.For all the hype it got I just couldn't find. I am really wondering what the hype was about. Was it the dragons? The basic and like most dragons in fantasy novels or at least Priory of the Orange Tree. Was it the battling each other? Like hunger games? Or how the school worked? Like a basic academy in a lot of YA books? Or throw in a dash of ACOTAR.It would have been fine if say the dragons would turn into people as well or if the killings made more sense. If certain people who wanted certain people dead had more of an anchor. The ending of the book was kind of seeable and there were things that were predictable. Will I read the second book? Maybe. I do want answers to my questions but I don't know if I could survive the middle school romance for 21 more hours.
Fourth Wing is an addictive fantasy-romance and comes with some steamy chapters. The plot and pacing flew by in at a thrilling pace. I was nervous for every challenge bracing myself for something bad to happen. I was giddy with excitement at the cheesy romantic dialogue. I was devasted when the inevitable happened. I am consumed by the fiery world of the Empyrean.
Parts of the plot were predictable and cheesy but it was still immensely satisfying seeing it play out. Violet's thirst comments were funny at first but quickly became repetitive. Unpopular opinion, I thought the romantic tension was way better than the actual romance.
I'm counting down the days until the sequel comes out in November.
3.5 stars. It started off pretty promising but as I got into the “romance” aspect I find I'm just not one for spice. And some of the worldbuilding left me confused as to dragon pairing and humans.
Where do I start with this one? It took me some time to get into Fourth Wing. I was even a bit sceptical of the idea of this school for dragon riders or rather of the idea of this being a really vicious place kinda like a Hunger Games. At least there weren't any requirements on how many people will pass their different trials.
But the more I read, the more it grew on me. Especially when we met the dragons. My Eragon and Saphira nostalgia was in full swing by that point. And Fourth Wing did deliver more than that. I really loved the romance in this book. I appreciated so much that the author, having a possibility to create a love triangle or any other relationship figure, never went there. Violet had enough difficulties as it is. And I knew that romance was good when I started to anticipate each encounter between our heroes.
However, one event that made me realise I was in love with this book is the Threshing. Oh my god, that was the best plot twist in the book about dragons ever. After that the book just flied by me. It was crazy. I barely found the calm moments in this book to pause reading. There was just one thing after the other. The ending was also appropriate one, after which I just need to pick up the second book when it hopefully releases in November. By the way, my inkling that that one character turns out to be alive and a rebel was completely right.
Holy. Fucking. Shit.
Best book I've read in at least 3 years. At least.
Might muster the words for a real review at some point. Probably not. Just go read it.
“Lies are comforting. Truth is painful.”
WOW.
I think that's the only appropriate way to start this review. This was a book that I knew going into it that I would love and find comfort in. I admit, I see Dragons and I am immediately hooked every single time.
I will try not to go into details about any plot points because I like to avoid having spoilers in my reviews so I will try to keep this short and sweet.
Fourth Wing made me feel so nostalgic. It reminded me of all the great books and series I read growing up that were so dear to me. One of them was Eragon especially when it came to the bond between dragons and their riders.
I loved that there was such a strong found family theme present in this book. They couldn't contact their real families or some didn't have any family left and they found something much more special within one another.
I know it's quite common that we get a female protagonist that appears fragile and small. The author didn't go into specifics but hinted that Violet had a disability. I love seeing this type of representation, especially in fantasy and I think we should see more of it. Whilst the disability wasn't specifically mentioned, you could tell in the way people alluded to it or how differently they treated Violet because of it.
Xaden was the perfect male protagonist. I loved that he never looked at Violet as weak, he believed she was stronger than them all due to the obstacles she had to overcome to get where everyone else was and further. Xaden never coddled her because he knew she was perfectly capable of doing whatever she put her mind to.
The ending of this genuinely had me staring at the wall in complete awe (Picture this)
I can't wait to get my hands on the next book when it comes out. I will be eagerly waiting.
this was fun! the plot is engaging, kept me interested, and had surprising elements to it. the characters have fun banter in all their relationships - friendships, romance, & relationship between dragons and riders. i really enjoyed following them in their dragon school, and it gave early 2010s nostalgic vibes which was so fun to me.
the characters are all early adult (20-23 ish), but the writing style feels younger (not necessarily in a bad way). it feels kind of YA but has more spice and language than a YA book should because the characters are a little older.
DNFing though I may pick it up again another day.
For now, I’m just not vibing with it having read the sample. I’m struggling to connect to the FMC during the first few chapters I read.
Good start if a little cliche, but I quickly lost interest in the main characters. By about 3/4 of the way through I was actively cheering for the bad guys, even knowing how things were going to wind up. The only question was which one of the secondary characters was going to get the worst of it to generate some emotion from the reader.
Bottom line is if you enjoyed it, great, wasn't for me though.
I saw this all over BookTok, but I picked it up because of Sword & Laser. It is super trope-heavy (e.g. magical school, nerdy protagonist, love triangle, bonded dragons), but I was instantly sucked into the plot and had trouble putting it down. It's not a literary masterpiece, but it's very entertaining.