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Kayla posted a review at 2009-11-28 23:21:30.
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Elizabeth posted a review at 2009-11-25 17:57:38.
(Language: English)
this book was simply breath-taking, the ending was fantastic, but very depressing, i couldn't stop crying!!! Kartik is the most amazing character ever!! what he did for Gemma is the sweetest thing ever. The ending did not end in a good place. It almost seemed like the author got tired of writing the book at a certain point, so she just leaves you hanging there. I did really like this book though, and I reccomend it to anyone who read the first two books.
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A reader posted a review at 2009-11-23 23:23:22.
(Language: English)
This one was much longer than the others in the series but I love the characters and so I didn't mind. It was more thought out than the other books and by about 3/4 of the way through I couldn't put it down. I hope Bray cheats and comes back with a 4th novel. I am glad she left it open in the end for that possibility without giving up closure.
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Jennifer posted a review at 2009-11-16 03:24:44.
(Language: English)
Reviewed by Lynn Crow for TeensReadToo.com The third and final book in Libba Bray's Gemma Doyle trilogy, THE SWEET FAR THING picks up a few months after REBEL ANGELS ended. It's now spring, and Gemma has been unable to reenter the realms with or without her friends since the Christmas holidays, when she sealed all the magic inside herself. She has grown uneasy with dreams of the supposedly dead Circe and the absence of Kartrik, despite his pledge to support her. As Mrs. Nightwing oversees the rebuilding of Spence Academy's long destroyed East Wing, Gemma discovers a door that leads into the realms. Soon she, Felicity, and Ann have rejoined Pippa in the realms. All is far from well, however. Within the realms, the various tribes strive to convince Gemma to share her magic, and she finds herself unable to trust any of them. Circe is not dead after all, and her warnings frighten Gemma. And what of the new visions, in which Gemma sees a former student of Spence Academy, who writes of the Tree of All Souls? Outside the realms, there is just as much uncertainty. Gemma prepares for her debut and tries to make her peace with her father and brother. Felicity's headstrong behavior has put her on the verge of losing her inheritance and freedom. Ann must decide whether to risk everything on the chance of a career in the theatre. As dark forces spread through the realms and the girls' debuts approach, Gemma must find more strength in herself than she ever thought possible, and decide just what kind of woman she wants to be -- for herself, not anyone else. Fans of the trilogy will tear through this book, eager to reach its conclusion and learn the fates of all its characters. Bray's descriptions of Victorian life and the mysterious realms are as colorful as ever. Gemma makes a sympathetic if sometimes frustrating narrator, believable in her struggle to make the right decision. At over 800 pages, THE SWEET FAR THING is far longer than either of the books before it, and there is some repetition to the earlier scenes, but those who love the world will be happy to spend as much time there as they can. Toward the end, the plot picks up to a heart-pounding pace. Between cheering the happier parts of the ending, and grieving over its inevitable sadness, readers will be glad to have lived through this tale with Gemma and her friends.
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A reader posted a review at 2009-11-13 22:27:01.
(Language: English)
Was really hoping for a happier ending. Also kinda scandalous due to the sexuality in it. Not something I want my daughter to read.
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Annie posted a review at 2009-10-30 00:37:20.
(Language: English)
love it except the ending that is why it is not my fav
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Alexandra posted a review at 2009-10-11 13:33:40.
(Language: English)
This book was amazing even though it was really long. I couldn't believe Kartik decided to sacrifice himself that was so sad to c Gemma lose the one she luved the most. the book even though it ended the author left the ending of the book open so who knows wat she might make happen next.
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Debbie posted a review at 2009-10-10 22:05:19.
(Language: English)
Third book of the Gemma Doyle trilogy. Historical fiction with a generous mix of fantasy and romance that features strong female characters who question the repressive rules placed on women in Victorian society. As in the previous novels, not everything is what it seems. Good and evil are two sides of the same coin and Gemma struggles to figure out who is trying to help her and who will do her harm. Who can she trust? And can she even trust herself? Gemma is is a compelling character because she is not perfect. She makes some selfish choices, but in the end she finds strength and fairness within herself. Ann, Felicity, and Kartik also struggle to find a balance between their desires and what is right. Fans of the first two books in the trilogy, will devour this one as well.
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A reader posted a review at 2009-10-09 22:17:18.
(Language: English)
la-la-la-LOVE this book!
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mimis-KI posted a review at 2009-10-01 00:59:02.
(Language: English)
This book was the best of the three. Definitely a page turner and wrapped things up nicely. I love how the author wasn't afraid to try new things instead of going for a more traditional "heroine" story.
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