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croondog's review against another edition
5.0
A book entirely from Asuna's point-of-view makes for a change from the previous books in the series, and finally fleshes her out as a character.
Given the story in this one, the stakes should be lower than previous entries, but they arent: they're just different. My only real issue with this book is that they introduce a character established as the greatest swordsman in VR, the most powerful player ever, eclipsing even Kirito... but then kill her off before the end of the story. And then they squeeze-in a bunch of mitigating circumstances to detract from the fact that she's clearly OP. Either commit to her being better than Kirito, or don't!
Was all set to give this book four stars, but then it made me cry -twice! - in the closing chapters so it earned that final star.
Given the story in this one, the stakes should be lower than previous entries, but they arent: they're just different. My only real issue with this book is that they introduce a character established as the greatest swordsman in VR, the most powerful player ever, eclipsing even Kirito... but then kill her off before the end of the story. And then they squeeze-in a bunch of mitigating circumstances to detract from the fact that she's clearly OP. Either commit to her being better than Kirito, or don't!
Was all set to give this book four stars, but then it made me cry -twice! - in the closing chapters so it earned that final star.
bendik's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
- 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
4.5
random71's review against another edition
5.0
this is the most feels of the SAO stories thus far
and it's nice that Asuna gets to take the lead for once instead of it being Kirito all the time
and it's nice that Asuna gets to take the lead for once instead of it being Kirito all the time
chellery's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
poinsettiarain's review against another edition
4.0
Another great instalment of Sword Art Online.
This book focuses on Asuna and her mini adventure with a small group of friends.
There were the usual Kirito achieving the impossible moments which are always the highlight of the series as he wows the onlookers with something only he could do. In this novel we have him slicing through magic spells, just a pixel in size.
The new party were a great temporary addition and each character was well fleshed out with their own unique personality. Their connection to each other and their joint motivation was clear and well represented.
It was nice to see Asuna grow throughout the book from Yuuki’s experiences and finally gain the courage to connect with her mother. Along with this, there were a few other good moments throughout the book that were both heartwarming and heartbreaking all at once.
Overall, I really enjoyed the read and look forward to the next book.
This book focuses on Asuna and her mini adventure with a small group of friends.
There were the usual Kirito achieving the impossible moments which are always the highlight of the series as he wows the onlookers with something only he could do. In this novel we have him slicing through magic spells, just a pixel in size.
The new party were a great temporary addition and each character was well fleshed out with their own unique personality. Their connection to each other and their joint motivation was clear and well represented.
It was nice to see Asuna grow throughout the book from Yuuki’s experiences and finally gain the courage to connect with her mother. Along with this, there were a few other good moments throughout the book that were both heartwarming and heartbreaking all at once.
Overall, I really enjoyed the read and look forward to the next book.
kerrycat's review against another edition
5.0
Yes, I knew there would be crying, but . . .
"I promise I will see you again. In a different place, in a different world, I will come across you again."
I'm still pretty floored about the Medicuboid business. I was after the anime, and still shaking my head over it. I just need more SAO.
"I promise I will see you again. In a different place, in a different world, I will come across you again."
I'm still pretty floored about the Medicuboid business. I was after the anime, and still shaking my head over it. I just need more SAO.
electrozombie's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.5
ektehelbrede's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
andrewrousseau's review against another edition
5.0
In the last 30 pages I think I cried about eight different times Id put the book down stop crying pick it back up and would cry again