Series: Skulduggery Pleasant
Author: Derek Landy
Published: August 30th 2012
Book 7
(Sent by HarperCollins Publishers)
In the enthralling world of Skulduggery Pleasant and Valkyrie Cain, magic is a disease. Mortal people across the land are developing unimaginable powers and it is spreading like wildfire. The novel begins when four teenagers develop these mysterious abilities and use it to terminate whatever and whoever is in their path to become "Gods". Unlike normal magical people, these four teenagers have several different abilities which they can call upon and wreak havoc. In addition to this major drawback, another mortal who was infected by transforming into an aggressive Werewolf leads detectives Pleasant and Cain on a hunt for a man named "Argeddion", who is the man that is responsible for this crisis. Detectives Pleasant and Cain are desperately needed to put an end to the madness of this situation. However will they get to Argeddion before the four teenagers destroy the world with their powerful abilities or will Argeddion get to them first?
The first thing I would like to say is that Derek Landy has truly outdone himself with the seventh installment of the Skulduggery Series. His writing style is honestly out of this world and he has the talent to blend several genre's into one completely spellbinding book. It has everything! Fantasy, magic, adventure, humor, a little paranormal and a lot of mystery. This book was eloquently written and I believe that every moment of it kept you wanting to read the next couple of chapters. The cover of the book is just amazing and gives the audience a little hint of a scene in the book. I also love the witty captions on the bottom of the book cover. They are very creative and suit the book. I honestly think this is the best installment of the Skulduggery Series until the 8th and 9th books come out in the future.
This book ended with the largest cliffhanger ever imaginable in the Epilogue! It just left me awestruck and made me want to get my hands on the eighth book straight after, but it wasn't out anytime soon :( I honestly think that the this series is on my top 5 list and I couldn't think of any improvements to be made. I would give this book more than 5/5 if possible. Derek Landy has an amazing talent and passion for writing and I am proud to say that he is now one of my favourite authors ever!!!
Overall, I believe that this book should be read by anyone and everyone of all ages! It is truly a magnificent novel that I recommend to all. I can spot no flaws in this astonishing and enthralling novel and I rate it:
Great Review! I haven't read this series but it does sound really great and I will be sure to look into it. Good to know that you really enjoyed it.
ReplyDeleteThanks Alex, You have to read this series as it is truly AMAZING!!! It is honestly one of my favourite series... Thanks Again,
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Very detailed and interesting review. I can't wait to read this myself. I will be sure to go and purchase a copy.
ReplyDeleteThanks Aaron. this is a great read... you should read it ASAP. Thanks for the comment
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Hello Daniel, I agree with you 100% about this book!!! It was a great read.I also rated this 5/5 and it truly did deserve it. The only thing that I wanted more of was the actual book.I didn't want it to end!!! Great Review anyway.
ReplyDeleteThanks Michael, the book is amazing and I'm glad that you enjoyed it! I didn't want it to end either but it kept me anticipated for the next book after that final cliffhanger. Thanks again,
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Great Review Daniel. I haven't read this book yet but it sounds really amazing. I like how there are two main problems that the detectives have to face-- the teenagers and Argeddion. I really want to read this book now. Great Work, I LOVE your blog!
ReplyDeleteThanks Aaron, you should definitely get around to reading this book! It's really worth the read. It is very unique how there are two main issues in the novel as you said (Argeddion and the teens), but I think it makes the book all the better. Thanks again,
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I think, somewhere in a corner of the corner of my mind, I remember reading the first of this series. I have a very vague recollection. I can't remember if I really enjoyed it or not, but it looks so fun I've just added it to my TBR. I'm really glad you loved this one. Aren't cliffhangers the worst? Especially when you have to wait ages for the next one. I hope you love it just as much as this one! Fab review, Daniel! :)
ReplyDeleteThanks so much! You should definitely read the series again if you don't remember the first one. I'm glad that you've added it to your TBR pile and I'm telling you that it's worth it. As for the cliffhangers all I can say is...Arghhh... I really want the next book right now! But it's ages until it comes out as you said. I'm already betting that ill love it... I have high hopes :) Thanks so much for the kind words,
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Now I want to read it! I love your review and how honest and informative it is! The book looks extremely interesting and I'm definitely going to be adding it to my (already enormous) to-read list^^
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, I only spoke the truth about this book. It truly is amazing and it is worth adding the series to your list despite its length :)
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Thanks for reviewing this!
ReplyDeleteI've been putting off reading this series since forever. It definitely sounds interesting.
Thanks Nelly, you shouldn't put this off any longer. It is an amazing series to read and it won't disappoint. Thanks again,
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Hi Daniel, Thanks for stopping by my blog! I'm following you now.
ReplyDeleteIts nice to meet another blogger that has the interests as me and who isn't a girl! LOL! I really like your blog? How long have you been blogging for???
I have seen this series for years... But I'm not sure if they are my type of books, by your review, it looks like you loved it!!! I'm really glad you did.
I'll be looking forward to commenting and hearing about your reviews/books.
Emma @ Never Judge a Book by its Cover