Overall rating and opinion of "Apollo's Raven"

Georgialouise · Post by **Georgialouise** » 02 Sep 2018, 03:12

I read and reviewed this book quite a while back and I gave it four out of four stars. I really enjoyed the book and I liked how the author was capable of making me, as a reader, travel back in time.

gen_g · Post by **gen_g** » 02 Sep 2018, 03:17

I have yet to read this book, but it does seem promising, since I definitely would not say no to Celts and romance.

Debjani Ghosh · Post by **Debjani Ghosh** » 02 Sep 2018, 03:47

Seems like Apollo's Raven elicits mixed reactions from people. Some were floored by this novel while for others, presence of multitude of characters and elements was daunting. I have gone through many of the comments as well as the official review for this book. I will say I am intrigued by it and will definitely give it a try.

sanykip · Post by **sanykip** » 02 Sep 2018, 10:03

I haven't read the book, but as by the reviews it really sounds so good. I should read the book.

CommMayo · Post by **CommMayo** » 02 Sep 2018, 10:04

I just did a review of the audiobook version of this book and gave it a 2 out of 4 stars. I'm not sure that sitting down and reading the text would make me enjoy this book anymore.

Mindy Conahye · Post by **Mindy Conahye** » 02 Sep 2018, 10:15

I had made a post, but for some reason it didn't post properly. I haven't read this book yet, but I enjoy reading the topics in this forum to give me a background to whether or not this would be a book of interest for me. I like reading what people did and didn't like about the story. Good dialogue is something I look for in a book and many have said that there is good dialogue in this story. I also like how many people are saying the author using good descriptions. I like being able to visualize what is taking place in the story. It gives me a feel of being there.

Amy+++ · Post by **Amy+++** » 02 Sep 2018, 10:27

The sample was very good. I can't wait to read the rest of it.

Post by **Kibet Hillary** » 02 Sep 2018, 12:51

For me, given how much I enjoy historical fiction, and especially when there are multiple themes handled, I would rate this book 4 out of 4 stars. I will recommend it to fans of historical fiction.

Post by **Kibet Hillary** » 02 Sep 2018, 12:55

mac83 wrote: ↑02 Sep 2018, 10:15 I had made a post, but for some reason it didn't post properly. I haven't read this book yet, but I enjoy reading the topics in this forum to give me a background to whether or not this would be a book of interest for me. I like reading what people did and didn't like about the story. Good dialogue is something I look for in a book and many have said that there is good dialogue in this story. I also like how many people are saying the author using good descriptions. I like being able to visualize what is taking place in the story. It gives me a feel of being there.

This is true. Actually, these discussions will at times help one to make an informed and timely decision concerning a book rather than just picking a book and leaving it midway.
The use of vivid description is a nice linguistic device as it helps to be active while reading also.

Post by **Kibet Hillary** » 02 Sep 2018, 13:03

CommMayo wrote: ↑02 Sep 2018, 10:04 I just did a review of the audiobook version of this book and gave it a 2 out of 4 stars. I'm not sure that sitting down and reading the text would make me enjoy this book anymore.

The audio version has the same story and everything is the same. I also doubt if it will help to improve the rating. I enjoy reading the text because I have to sit down and give my whole attention to the text. That is why perhaps my rating would still be higher for this book.

VBarber74 · Post by **VBarber74** » 02 Sep 2018, 13:50

This book was awesome. I loved the plot. This book only took me a few days to read. I did not want to put it down

FilmStar · Post by **FilmStar** » 02 Sep 2018, 18:36

I really liked the storyline, the use of magic, and the romance angle. Catrin was such a kick-ass character and I liked that she had the stamina to never give up no matter how infuriating her family could be. The only thing that I wished changed was the ending. It was abrupt and hard to understand and I re-read that part many times.

MSN1 · Post by **MSN1** » 03 Sep 2018, 02:05

The book was amazing and i really like the storyline, From first to last i really enjoy the book and most past of it is that i read it with my friend and she so confirm it

Iviss · Post by **Iviss** » 03 Sep 2018, 04:27

This is a good history book with lots of details about ancient civilizations. It is a good read for those readers who like the mixture of historical novels, mystery, romance and fantasy.

Valerius · Post by **Valerius** » 03 Sep 2018, 06:09

It honestly took me more than a few pages to get soaked in the book. But since I challenged myself to read all genres, I ate the words.
I have no regrets. Linnea Tanner's exquisite style of detailed character description helps you visualize a mental picture of the settings and character looks.
It did feel like a movie, clearly showing the internal plays of the ancient tribes and empire.
Catrin though small, I suppose shall save the tribe with her special magical abilities. But how can she prove useful if she is weak around her adversary (Marcelus).

It's a good book, and I'd give it 3 out of 5.