Reviews

First Test by Tamora Pierce

lizmck's review against another edition

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4.0

I wanted a good old fashioned adventure story, preferably with a plucky heroine, and this definitely fit the bill. if I had read this when I was 10 or 11, I would have wanted to be Kel, but at my current age I was still cheering her on.

I'm a sucker for slightly mystical animal friendships, so I loved the bits with Peachblossom and the sparrow flock.

cth123's review against another edition

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adventurous

5.0

th4tguy's review

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3.0

There is a scene early on that I felt was unnecessary and cruel. The rest was good.

sarah_elsewhere's review

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4.0

This was a very, very satisfying read.

aledyn's review

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4.0

Listening to this at an adult is so different. I related so much in junior high, now I just kinda roll my eyes at the obviously we are talking about Japan and omg just stand up for yourself gurl moments.

hayleyreads1996's review against another edition

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adventurous

5.0

neeuqdrazil's review

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4.0

I like the Kel books - she's a great character.

cnjg88's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional funny inspiring medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

dreamreader's review against another edition

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adventurous inspiring fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

Just as amazing as I remembered. I can so easily see why this was a childhood favorite. Keladry is quite the character, inspiring and strong and compassionate, while also being stubborn and smart. I just really like her. I can't wait to dip back into the rest of the series. It's been so long since I've read these books. 

alyssa_joyce's review against another edition

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adventurous

4.0

This was such a fun world to get into. I loved the adventure elements of the book and the relationships are main character formed. I had a hard time getting past the fact that she was ten… but I’m excited to see her growth throughout the rest of the series.