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szuum's review
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
spacepenguin22's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
leandrathetbrzero's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
zoe_94's review against another edition
4.0
Vashti Hardy has quickly become one of my favourite authors for middle-grade fiction. The storytelling in this third opus is still just as strong as the previous books in the series. Can't wait to read Serpent of the Sands.
vickylovesreading's review against another edition
5.0
Arthur, Maudie and the rest of the Aurora crew decide to go on an expedition to the Volcanic North and experience the mission that their father did all those years ago. They want to see the Brighstorm moth and discover what was so fascinating in this area. But…Eudora Vane, their evil and manipulative aunt, still desperately wants to destroy the Brightstorm name and she’s prepared to unearth any secrets she can in order to do so.
The final Brightstorm adventure came with much anticipation and Vashti Hardy certainly did not disappoint. I had real expectations and I loved every second of reading Firesong. Vashti Hardy is an absolute master of world building, putting the reader right inside the action with descriptions that feel so real I could imagine myself on a skyship right next to Arthur and Maudie. I love the conservation theme that shines through as the Brightstorm twins consider their impact on their world and the legacy their missions with leave. The plot was thrilling and twisting with so many moments I was screaming at the twins, wishing them to realise that dastardly Eudora Vane was so close to destroying them for good!
Growing up is never easy and for the twins that much is clear. They have grown together and grown apart and now they are in their teenage years, both are beginning to realise that they have significant differences. These differences are beginning to draw them apart and it was lovely to see their relationship dynamic explored and how they matured together. The sapient species are again incredibly vividly described and it is interesting to see how many people respond in fear to something they do not understand. Eudora Vane once more delights with her nefarious schemes – I do love a good villain.
The best yet! Vashti Hardy has absolutely left me wanting more…and fingers crossed we will see this world again. 5 out of 5 stars.
Thank you to Scholastic for sending a copy to review.
The final Brightstorm adventure came with much anticipation and Vashti Hardy certainly did not disappoint. I had real expectations and I loved every second of reading Firesong. Vashti Hardy is an absolute master of world building, putting the reader right inside the action with descriptions that feel so real I could imagine myself on a skyship right next to Arthur and Maudie. I love the conservation theme that shines through as the Brightstorm twins consider their impact on their world and the legacy their missions with leave. The plot was thrilling and twisting with so many moments I was screaming at the twins, wishing them to realise that dastardly Eudora Vane was so close to destroying them for good!
Growing up is never easy and for the twins that much is clear. They have grown together and grown apart and now they are in their teenage years, both are beginning to realise that they have significant differences. These differences are beginning to draw them apart and it was lovely to see their relationship dynamic explored and how they matured together. The sapient species are again incredibly vividly described and it is interesting to see how many people respond in fear to something they do not understand. Eudora Vane once more delights with her nefarious schemes – I do love a good villain.
The best yet! Vashti Hardy has absolutely left me wanting more…and fingers crossed we will see this world again. 5 out of 5 stars.
Thank you to Scholastic for sending a copy to review.
teri_b's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
This third book is a wonderful conclusion to the story of the Brightstorm twins.
Another adventure awaits and finally, the mysteries and secrets of their family become exposed, Arthur and Maudie can put the puzzle pieces together, start to understand and then start moving forward.
Specially Arthur moves into a new space where he is finally able to let go of his tightly knit connection to his sister and claim who he is all by himself.
I loved it.
Another adventure awaits and finally, the mysteries and secrets of their family become exposed, Arthur and Maudie can put the puzzle pieces together, start to understand and then start moving forward.
I loved it.