Inkdeath (Inkheart Trilogy) by Cornelia Funke Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of Inkdeath (Inkheart Trilogy)
Book Review: InkReview
Summary: 3 Stars
This book took me a FOREVER to read. I haven't had a book take me more than a week to read in a LOOOOOOONG time! It wasn't because it was bad, in fact I quite liked it. I just read really slow for some reason. I listened to the first two as audio books. I enjoyed the vocal performaces of Lynn Redgrave in Inkheart and Brendan Fraser in Inkspell. Maybe that's it, my brain wanted to hear the book not see it.
As a series, the three books are pretty dark, but this book could be considered the darkest of the three books. A lot of fighting, death, and all around darkness. Also, it gets a bit lengthy and long-winded in places. Cornelia Funke has a wonderful descriptive and imaginative aspect of her writing. Wonderfully well-thought out, however, there is such a thing as too wordy. I guess I just thought some parts could have been shortened or edited out. I can only imagine how hard that is for a writer!
So, on to the book! In Inkdeath, Meggie, Resa, and Mortimer are still trapped in the Inkworld. Farid, Fengolio, and Orpheus are also in the Inkworld. Still mourning Dustfinger's death, Farid has taken up work for Orpheus. Orpheus has promised to write and read Dustfinger back into the story for Farid.
Life and times in Ombra are rough. Most of the men died when Cosimo led them into battle against the Adderhead in Inkspell. Now the Adderhead has the Piper out scouting the children of Ombra for work in the silver mines. He's promised the women that in exchange for the Bluejay (aka Mortimer) he will leave their children alone.
Violante plays a major role in this book, and I really enjoyed finding out more about her character. Meggie finds that the Inkworld might have another boy that makes her heart skip a beat. Heroes are found where you would least expect them. I wont't say too much so I don't spoil the surprise. It was a change of heart I didn't expect, but was glad for.
One thing that I found confusing in the series, that was at it's worse in this final novel, was the multiple names for people. Orpheus, for example, is also called, Cheeseface, Moonface, Four-Eyes, and Milkface. Mortimer is also, the Bluejay, Silvertongue, and Mo. It's sometimes hard to keep them all straight.
Final thoughts...I liked the series. I liked this book. And....I'm glad I'm done with it! I hope that sums it up accurately.
Book Review: Inkdeath
Summary: 5 Stars
This is a great book. I read the first two and couldn't wait to read this one. The characters are interesting and the story keeps you wanting to read "just one more chapter". I would highly recommend these books and of course Cornelia Funke.Book Review: Inkdeath
Summary: 2 Stars
While I like Funke's writing style and prose I wasn't impressed with the plot in this last book. I don't think Funke needed an entire triogy to end up where she finishes. At fist it seemed good but it seemed to get wierder as I got further into it. The end was just strange and didn't really do the rest of the series credit. Still, there was one plot twist near the end which was very good though I didn't see it coming. Over all it was a fun book, but I don't think I'd read it again.Book Review: Inkdeath
Summary: 4 Stars
This is the third book in the trilogy, which is the most captivity and full of some twist to the story I did not expect. Ms. Funke is a wonderful writing and makes you feel like you are part of the story with her description and details of the characters and story. The books is full of characters from every aspect of personalities, which encompass the never ending struggle of good over evil. Inkdeath is a wonderful book although its covers are packed full of pages the words flow like a rapid stream, as the story develops you will find it harder and harder to find a stopping place to rest your eyes. A must read, but you have to read the first two books first. (Inkheart and InkSpell)Book Review: Inkdeath
Summary: 5 Stars
Book arrived in good condition, as advertised. Service was in a timely manner. Would do business with this seller again.