Review of Popop's Grimoire
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Review of Popop's Grimoire
[Following is a volunteer review of "Popop's Grimoire" by Chandler McGrew.]
Chandler McGrew’s book, Popops Grimoire is an awesome tale about an old man who suffers from dementia. Popop, as he is popularly called by his family and loved ones, is a prolific writer and best-selling author who specializes in the fantasy genre. He is believed to be living in his books, according to his family. One day he mysteriously goes missing, and this leads to a great unfolding of mysteries and secrets unknown to his family. Bowie Bakerson, son of Gem and Mandi and grandson of Popop, embarks on a quest that brings about some of the most exciting revelations of his life. Despite being the son and progeny of at least two stage magicians, he was unaware that he possessed actual magic until he encountered The Land and the Grimoire. This novel talks about themes of wizards, spells, betrayal, devotion, selflessness, and love-fueled resolve.
I really loved every time I spent reading this book, The flow is one of its intriguing features. The narrative is so calming that you could read it all at once. Chandler has a talent for keeping his readers turning pages. Throughout the whole novel, from the prologue to the end, I never felt anything. I also think the author is quite creative for being able to convey an entire tale without being promiscuous exposing a lot of unfiltered emotions while keeping the content age-appropriate.
I loved the lack of vulgarity while still managing to produce a great book that was engaging and captivating. And lastly, the tension. Because you are always curious about what will happen next in the novel, every page and every chapter have an enticing quality. The anxiety produced a positive form of excitement that kept me reading. I also appreciate how the author could maintain a balance between suspense and sustenance.
The only dislike I have for the book is the fact that it did not end well. There was a lot left unspoken. The collector remains a mystery—his face, his origin, even the full capacity of his powers. There was an unspoken chemistry between Andret and Danik, and it would be lovely if Chandler threw in more tales, giving us more details about them. It is also unclear what exactly happened between Bowie, Popop, and the grimoire. There is so much left unspoken—too many cliffhangers. I want to believe the author has planned a sequel to this book where all our questions will be answered. The book was exceptionally well-edited and error-free.
I gave this book a rating of 4 out of 5 stars because it is a captivating story with a blend of fantasy and reality. The author’s skill in demonstrating deep emotions without vulgarity makes the book suitable for anyone and any age group. The suspense is well maintained, keeping readers always drawn to the book. But the ending leaves a lot of questions unanswered, particularly about the Collector and other subplots, creating cliffhangers. Despite this, the book's strengths make it a wonderful one. I really loved my experience with this book. I would greatly recommend this book to readers who love books on wizardry, spells, and other magical concepts.
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Popop's Grimoire
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Chandler McGrew’s book, Popops Grimoire is an awesome tale about an old man who suffers from dementia. Popop, as he is popularly called by his family and loved ones, is a prolific writer and best-selling author who specializes in the fantasy genre. He is believed to be living in his books, according to his family. One day he mysteriously goes missing, and this leads to a great unfolding of mysteries and secrets unknown to his family. Bowie Bakerson, son of Gem and Mandi and grandson of Popop, embarks on a quest that brings about some of the most exciting revelations of his life. Despite being the son and progeny of at least two stage magicians, he was unaware that he possessed actual magic until he encountered The Land and the Grimoire. This novel talks about themes of wizards, spells, betrayal, devotion, selflessness, and love-fueled resolve.
I really loved every time I spent reading this book, The flow is one of its intriguing features. The narrative is so calming that you could read it all at once. Chandler has a talent for keeping his readers turning pages. Throughout the whole novel, from the prologue to the end, I never felt anything. I also think the author is quite creative for being able to convey an entire tale without being promiscuous exposing a lot of unfiltered emotions while keeping the content age-appropriate.
I loved the lack of vulgarity while still managing to produce a great book that was engaging and captivating. And lastly, the tension. Because you are always curious about what will happen next in the novel, every page and every chapter have an enticing quality. The anxiety produced a positive form of excitement that kept me reading. I also appreciate how the author could maintain a balance between suspense and sustenance.
The only dislike I have for the book is the fact that it did not end well. There was a lot left unspoken. The collector remains a mystery—his face, his origin, even the full capacity of his powers. There was an unspoken chemistry between Andret and Danik, and it would be lovely if Chandler threw in more tales, giving us more details about them. It is also unclear what exactly happened between Bowie, Popop, and the grimoire. There is so much left unspoken—too many cliffhangers. I want to believe the author has planned a sequel to this book where all our questions will be answered. The book was exceptionally well-edited and error-free.
I gave this book a rating of 4 out of 5 stars because it is a captivating story with a blend of fantasy and reality. The author’s skill in demonstrating deep emotions without vulgarity makes the book suitable for anyone and any age group. The suspense is well maintained, keeping readers always drawn to the book. But the ending leaves a lot of questions unanswered, particularly about the Collector and other subplots, creating cliffhangers. Despite this, the book's strengths make it a wonderful one. I really loved my experience with this book. I would greatly recommend this book to readers who love books on wizardry, spells, and other magical concepts.
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Popop's Grimoire
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon
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