Review: The Raven Cycle

The Raven Cycle by Maggie Stiefvater

I’m going to give a general review for the entire series lacking any spoilers, now that I’ve finished it.

The Raven Cycle is officially at the top of my list of favorite books. Maggie Stiefvater’s characters and world-building are amazing, not to mention her writing in general. I can’t wait for a chance to read lines out loud to people, because they’re so beautifully put together than it’s like music for an avid reader and writer.

The Best Parts:
1. Ronan. I don’t think I can find the words to encapsulate how much I adore him.
2. Blue. She is an amazing example of a strong female character who doesn’t fall into the “kick-ass” trope that so many heroines do. She’s spunky and definitely has a sharp tongue, but she doesn’t have any amazing fighting skills like Katniss with her bow or Tris with, well, everything.
3. The world. I’ve never read anything quite like the world that she’s set up. Psychics, ley lines, and ancient kings? You won’t find that anywhere else!
4. An intricate plot.
5. As previously stated, I find the writing utterly beautiful it makes my inner write weep with happiness.

Like I said, this is a general review for the whole series. Keep reading! If you’re like me, you won’t be disappointed by the ending.