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Rowan of Rin #5
Il guerriero dei ghiacci
Sulle terre ai piedi della Montagna l'inverno sembra non voler finire mai. Una spessa coltre di neve e ghiaccio ricopre ogni cosa, e le scorte si stanno rapidamente esaurendo. Tra la gente di Rin qualcuno parla già di maledizione...
Quando i buksha abbandonano i loro pascoli, Rowan capirà che è arrivato il momento di affrontare nuovamente le insidie della Montagna, per risolvere l'ultimo enigma e salvare la sua gente da un terribile destino.
E il cerchio sarà finalmente chiuso.
Quando i buksha abbandonano i loro pascoli, Rowan capirà che è arrivato il momento di affrontare nuovamente le insidie della Montagna, per risolvere l'ultimo enigma e salvare la sua gente da un terribile destino.
E il cerchio sarà finalmente chiuso.
268 pages, Hardcover
First published January 1, 2003
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Emily Rodda
297 books2,114 followersEmily Rodda (real name Jennifer Rowe) was born in Sydney, Australia and graduated from the University of Sydney in 1973 with an MA (Hons) in English Literature. Moving into a publishing career, first as a book editor, and finally as a publisher at Angus & Robertson, Rodda's first book was published in 1984.
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July 21, 2016
Rodda does not disappoint.
When you reach the end of a series, there are very high expectations. It's difficult to write something that encapsulates the spirit of the series whilst trying to accomplish something that is different from the rest of the series without seeming rehashed. Rodda balances this splendidly. Not only is the setting just like book 1, but many of the same themes and character roles are played out. Character development parallels can be made between Shaaran and Rowan, of Jonn and Norris, of Zeel and Bronden. But yet each character has a slightly different role to play.
I also thought this book was incredibly grim - more so than any of the other books. Unlike the first two books, I really did feel that the stakes were incredibly high. Most of the time, Rowan and his friends are barely escaping with their lives, instead of brushing themselves off going "well THAT happened". There were so many things going on that elevated the threat level to the main character and to the others as a whole, that I genuinely felt real concern that people were going to die. And people DID die, there was a character death in the first third of the book!
The entire world-building answer to the biggest questions brought up at different points in the series was brilliantly written. The answer to the ice creepers didn't feel contrived or deus ex machina at all. In fact, it felt quite natural, and made sense. I'm ashamed I doubted Rodda, she's very clever not just with riddles but how the riddle relates.
I was so pleased at the end of the series. I feel completely satisfied and totally glad I gave it another chance after the first book. It really is the weakest of the series, which is too bad for a first book. But assuming people continue with it as I did, they will be rewarded.
When you reach the end of a series, there are very high expectations. It's difficult to write something that encapsulates the spirit of the series whilst trying to accomplish something that is different from the rest of the series without seeming rehashed. Rodda balances this splendidly. Not only is the setting just like book 1, but many of the same themes and character roles are played out. Character development parallels can be made between Shaaran and Rowan, of Jonn and Norris, of Zeel and Bronden. But yet each character has a slightly different role to play.
I also thought this book was incredibly grim - more so than any of the other books. Unlike the first two books, I really did feel that the stakes were incredibly high. Most of the time, Rowan and his friends are barely escaping with their lives, instead of brushing themselves off going "well THAT happened". There were so many things going on that elevated the threat level to the main character and to the others as a whole, that I genuinely felt real concern that people were going to die. And people DID die, there was a character death in the first third of the book!
The entire world-building answer to the biggest questions brought up at different points in the series was brilliantly written. The answer to the ice creepers didn't feel contrived or deus ex machina at all. In fact, it felt quite natural, and made sense. I'm ashamed I doubted Rodda, she's very clever not just with riddles but how the riddle relates.
I was so pleased at the end of the series. I feel completely satisfied and totally glad I gave it another chance after the first book. It really is the weakest of the series, which is too bad for a first book. But assuming people continue with it as I did, they will be rewarded.
April 20, 2009
Okay, apparently nobody has bothered to actually review this book, so let me make this clear: This is exactly the same as Rowan and the Ice Creepers, just the UK version of the book! So if you live in the US, don't bother ordering it from the UK, just buy Rowan and the Ice Creepers.
For those of you who do live in the UK, Rowan of the Bukshah is excellent. It's the story of a young boy who used to be thought useless by his people, the people of Rin, and now is revered--but only because he saved them from destruction so many times. Sheba the wise woman gives him the key to her prophecies, and sends him to the mountain with a few friends to end the longest winter in memory.
Despite its excellence, you won't understand much of it unless you read the first four books. I made this mistake. It makes way more sense if you read Rowan of Rin, Rowan and the Travellers, Rowan and the Keeper of the Crystal, and Rowan and the Zebak.
For those of you who do live in the UK, Rowan of the Bukshah is excellent. It's the story of a young boy who used to be thought useless by his people, the people of Rin, and now is revered--but only because he saved them from destruction so many times. Sheba the wise woman gives him the key to her prophecies, and sends him to the mountain with a few friends to end the longest winter in memory.
Despite its excellence, you won't understand much of it unless you read the first four books. I made this mistake. It makes way more sense if you read Rowan of Rin, Rowan and the Travellers, Rowan and the Keeper of the Crystal, and Rowan and the Zebak.
January 11, 2020
(One day, I have a solid format for reviews, but for now...)
Reflection in three words: Intruged, excited, annoyed.
This book feels different from the rest, as the peril feels more real. While most of the books start out when the peril just started, and the peril is undone before it gets worse. Here, they're already smack-dab into an icy-cold winter. For once people died. It's a bit more serious, and it reflects in the characters.
Rowan is a lot more mature in this book, though that's partially because he got temporarily gifted with the power of a Wiseman (prophecies and such), partially because this was about the Bukshah. Rowan is the keeper of the Bukshah, responsible for the gentle beasts. I'm a bit iffy about the supporting cast. Zeel is a nice returnee, but Norris and Shaaran are new additions, making their appearance in the fourth book, and I wasn't the biggest fan of them. Norris was just strong-headed, and Shaaran cried a lot. I mean, I would be the one crying in her situation, but still. I like the cast of the last book better, and considering this a re-read, I find more value in strong characters than in a strong story. Because I remember the story all too well.
Story-wise, I think this one is the best for first-time readers. It covers a lot of mystery, mystery I was already aware of. Some things still surprised me, and I feel I have a better sense of the story itself, the way the world is built, how scenes played out. But I think that's more maturity as a reader. However, what the story did well is that it was a lot more serious. The stakes were higher, there was more action, there were hints of romance and humans were painted in a partially bad picture. Sometimes humans were the source of evil, even if not intended. There was some nice thought out twists and turns and revelations. However, there were still things in the plot that irked me, and that was mostly the fact the book isn't quite meant for re-reading. It heavily relies on the mystery, and without the mystery, it didn't have a lot going for.
Surprisingly, this book scored the same as the first two books, which means it shares a three-way third place, or last place, whatever suits you better. The darker themes and higher stakes made the book more interesting, but the lack of suspense and cast, which wasn't my favourite, made it a 3.5 stars instead of 4. The book was still perfectly enjoyable, and I don't regret re-reading the series. Just next time I might have to wait with re-reading (so that my memory won't ruin my experience).
Reflection in three words: Intruged, excited, annoyed.
This book feels different from the rest, as the peril feels more real. While most of the books start out when the peril just started, and the peril is undone before it gets worse. Here, they're already smack-dab into an icy-cold winter. For once people died. It's a bit more serious, and it reflects in the characters.
Rowan is a lot more mature in this book, though that's partially because he got temporarily gifted with the power of a Wiseman (prophecies and such), partially because this was about the Bukshah. Rowan is the keeper of the Bukshah, responsible for the gentle beasts. I'm a bit iffy about the supporting cast. Zeel is a nice returnee, but Norris and Shaaran are new additions, making their appearance in the fourth book, and I wasn't the biggest fan of them. Norris was just strong-headed, and Shaaran cried a lot. I mean, I would be the one crying in her situation, but still. I like the cast of the last book better, and considering this a re-read, I find more value in strong characters than in a strong story. Because I remember the story all too well.
Story-wise, I think this one is the best for first-time readers. It covers a lot of mystery, mystery I was already aware of. Some things still surprised me, and I feel I have a better sense of the story itself, the way the world is built, how scenes played out. But I think that's more maturity as a reader. However, what the story did well is that it was a lot more serious. The stakes were higher, there was more action, there were hints of romance and humans were painted in a partially bad picture. Sometimes humans were the source of evil, even if not intended. There was some nice thought out twists and turns and revelations. However, there were still things in the plot that irked me, and that was mostly the fact the book isn't quite meant for re-reading. It heavily relies on the mystery, and without the mystery, it didn't have a lot going for.
Surprisingly, this book scored the same as the first two books, which means it shares a three-way third place, or last place, whatever suits you better. The darker themes and higher stakes made the book more interesting, but the lack of suspense and cast, which wasn't my favourite, made it a 3.5 stars instead of 4. The book was still perfectly enjoyable, and I don't regret re-reading the series. Just next time I might have to wait with re-reading (so that my memory won't ruin my experience).
September 9, 2013
I chose this book because i found the book cover on the front cool with the ice dragons and as I read the blurb on the back i got hooked in to the book.
The category on the bingo board was the male main character, I usually read books where the are male.
A character i found interesting was Rowan, what I like about this character is how he was different from the other boys in his village and knew things that helped his group when he goes on journeys.
A thing I learnt from the book is how a ordinary boy can make a big difference in the whole village, and applies to real life.
My favourite quote from the book was "fear is a illusion you must find your way around or it will stab you in the back" meaning they had to face the dangers they would come across in the journey of the mountain.
The category on the bingo board was the male main character, I usually read books where the are male.
A character i found interesting was Rowan, what I like about this character is how he was different from the other boys in his village and knew things that helped his group when he goes on journeys.
A thing I learnt from the book is how a ordinary boy can make a big difference in the whole village, and applies to real life.
My favourite quote from the book was "fear is a illusion you must find your way around or it will stab you in the back" meaning they had to face the dangers they would come across in the journey of the mountain.
May 19, 2015
Wow... Just... wow. Rowan and the Ice Creepers, the last book in the Rowan of Rin series is surprisingly very mature and serious for a children's book. I didn't expect the finale to be so dark and grim! There's lots of death, problems, and difficult situations... Everything about it left me speechless. I'm a little disappointed that the ending ended so soon. *laughs*
What a great series this was to read.~
What a great series this was to read.~
June 23, 2009
I've always loved the bukshah, and this book finally puts them in the forefront. Rowan's maturity is really evident here; he's no longer the whining, hesitant boy that we met in Rowan of Rin, but capable of taking charge and doing what needs to be done. It's a great adventure; a shame there's an obvious tone of finality at the end. Is this the last Rowan book?
February 14, 2016
I finally read this last book in the Rowan series. I've loved this story since I first read it as a kid. This book as just as good, and has an excellent ending that fits in so well. It's not cheesy, it's a little cliché in parts, but it's a great, simple, story.
Read this series. Start with Rowan of Rin.
Read this series. Start with Rowan of Rin.
April 5, 2009
These books are really good. I wish I'd started them in order, though. Emily Rodda is really good at creating complex riddles, which is one of the reasons why this book was so good.
January 4, 2013
Another stellar story from Emily Rodda. I particularly like how she keeps the Rowan story formula fresh by delving more into Rin's history and how it affects Rowan and the others.
February 17, 2019
A solid ending to a fantastic YA/Middle grade series, filled with mysterious creatures, adventures, and of course, meaningful friendships. And for me, a bunch of nostalgia!
April 14, 2020
Страхотна книга. Стилът на авторката е много различен от моя, както и концепцията по която изгражда фентъзи света си... и това ми харесва. Макар като всеки фентъзи автор да съм наперен, възхищавам се когато видя нещо реализирано така, както аз не бих могъл нито да го измисля, нито да го напиша. И понеже рядко правя такива аналогии в ревютата си, сигурно вече имате представа колко ми е харесала книгата.
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https://citadelata.com/rowan-and-the-...
May 8, 2023
This book is like the first Rowan of rin book where they have to go to the mountain and discover secrets of the past. I really enjoyed it.
June 10, 2017
have youever read a book and said, "FOR FUCKS SAKE HOW FUCKING DENSE CAN YOU BE YOU STUPID PIECE OF SHIT YOU ARE DUMBER THAN A FUCKING ROCK"
this is how i felt reading Rowan of Rin
there is a witch in this series, and she is constantly frustrated because everyone around her are stupid pieces of shit. she is the only reason i put up with the books because i felt what she must feel.
she was constrained by her magic to give the "heroes" vague predictions of the future, and every time she did, what the stupid heads did? oh they said "that makes no sense, lets do the absolute contrary to whatever the song said"
after two, three times proved that the songs gave them guidance on their quest did they decided to take them into consideration?
oh no, not that, the witch is dumb and mean, and she wants to trick us with stupid songs, lets not do what she said
and then they fear them because she gets mad every time they come asking for help
and the hero, oh, the hero is the worst of all, this fucking piece of shit with a brain smaller than a bee's had to follow her songs for 5 different books, do you think he would ever learn to trust them and figure what they meant? NO, HE DIDN'T
and that ends my review of Rowan of Rin, 10/10
this is how i felt reading Rowan of Rin
there is a witch in this series, and she is constantly frustrated because everyone around her are stupid pieces of shit. she is the only reason i put up with the books because i felt what she must feel.
she was constrained by her magic to give the "heroes" vague predictions of the future, and every time she did, what the stupid heads did? oh they said "that makes no sense, lets do the absolute contrary to whatever the song said"
after two, three times proved that the songs gave them guidance on their quest did they decided to take them into consideration?
oh no, not that, the witch is dumb and mean, and she wants to trick us with stupid songs, lets not do what she said
and then they fear them because she gets mad every time they come asking for help
and the hero, oh, the hero is the worst of all, this fucking piece of shit with a brain smaller than a bee's had to follow her songs for 5 different books, do you think he would ever learn to trust them and figure what they meant? NO, HE DIDN'T
and that ends my review of Rowan of Rin, 10/10
August 28, 2018
The final tale in the saga of Rowan of Rin brings everything full circle. And I love it. it not only ends by giving you hope for the future, but it also completes the journey – not just Rowan’s, but also that of the Bukshah. And the Maris. And the Travelers. And the Zebak. And the people of the Valley of Gold. Which all worked in beautifully. And after closing the last page of this book, I was left with a great, big grin on my face.
This is Rowan’s last epic quest, and it is certainly a lot more intense than the others. Not only because there seems to be more at stake, and the past is coming to life. But because it not only affects one or two of the peoples’ of the land. It affects all of them. And the evil could potentially spread even further than just the Travelers, the Maris and the people of Rin.
As an ecologist, I love the idea that everything serves its place in the system. I thrive on the idea that every moment, every interaction, every creature has a purpose and that just by removing one thing from this, the equilibrium is completely destroyed. Rowan of the Bukshah really reminded me of that. It drives home the fact that everything and anything has a sense of importance and a place in the world. It also reassures me that I too, have a place in this world.
This is Rowan’s last epic quest, and it is certainly a lot more intense than the others. Not only because there seems to be more at stake, and the past is coming to life. But because it not only affects one or two of the peoples’ of the land. It affects all of them. And the evil could potentially spread even further than just the Travelers, the Maris and the people of Rin.
As an ecologist, I love the idea that everything serves its place in the system. I thrive on the idea that every moment, every interaction, every creature has a purpose and that just by removing one thing from this, the equilibrium is completely destroyed. Rowan of the Bukshah really reminded me of that. It drives home the fact that everything and anything has a sense of importance and a place in the world. It also reassures me that I too, have a place in this world.
November 29, 2012
the book rowan and the ice creepers by Emily Rodda is a adventure book about how the people of Rin are having a endless winter caused by creatures called ice creepers. The people of rin have wild stories of how they think they forgot about the mountain and that its causing the endless winter. Rowan and three friends Shaaran, Norris and Zeel have to follow these creatures called Bukshah into the mountains to try to stop the cold time.I thought this books was good because my favroite type of book is adventure.I gave this book 4 stars because there was a little lack of detail but other then that it was pretty good.
i would recommend this book because there are lots of diffrent creatures, its about the past time where they didn't have all the stuff we have today. the characters in the story where really interesting like shaaran is some sort of wizard because she made these coats and they where so warm because they where made with fire. I hope if you reed this book you will like it!
i would recommend this book because there are lots of diffrent creatures, its about the past time where they didn't have all the stuff we have today. the characters in the story where really interesting like shaaran is some sort of wizard because she made these coats and they where so warm because they where made with fire. I hope if you reed this book you will like it!
October 17, 2009
Once again the long suffering Rowan is faced with a dreadful calamity that only he can solve. Such is life. Winter won't go away, and Rowan must make it go away. Once again Sheba gets involved and once again she proves helpful in more ways than one. Rowan must follow the Bukshah up the mountain to help the get rid of the dreaded ice creepers which are keeping winter hovering over Rin. Aided by the friends he picked up in the land of the Zebak and the ever adventurous Zeel, Rowan is once again involved in saving the day.
May 2, 2013
This is a great book! Thank goodness I finally finished the series.
It's viewed as a children's book but all ages will like it. It only got grouped as one because it doesn't contain any sexual/extremely violent content but then again, it's not like a book is incomplete without it.
Emily Rodda is a master storyteller and she's got a great mind for poetry. I didn't realize that she had written Deltora Quest (which my friends have read) but now I'm dying to get my hands on that series!
It's viewed as a children's book but all ages will like it. It only got grouped as one because it doesn't contain any sexual/extremely violent content but then again, it's not like a book is incomplete without it.
Emily Rodda is a master storyteller and she's got a great mind for poetry. I didn't realize that she had written Deltora Quest (which my friends have read) but now I'm dying to get my hands on that series!
March 22, 2016
With this book, we are seeing Rowan mature once again, while learning more about the history of the people of Rin. This one had a bit more of an environmental message to it, but it was written in a clever way.
April 20, 2009
This book is excellent. It is the same story as Rowan of the Bukshah, so get one or the other, not both. Read the first four before this one, though, or you won't understand it well. The first four are VERY important to the storyline, especially Rowan of the Zebak.
December 17, 2009
Another cute book that definitely pulled things together for the whole series. I like how everyone always underestimates Rowan (even himself) and he ends up being the one to figure things out in the end.
May 23, 2012
Emily Rodda's Rowan of Rin is a great YA series.. The difference in the names of the creatures sucks you in and your trying to figure what in the real world is it.. Loved it.. The turn about on who the hero is, its amazing..
May 19, 2013
1.I gave this book a 1 because its very villont and its scary i like my little pony way much couse i pink and beautiful and very fluffy :::::::::::::)))))))))))))))) lots of mouths and eyes scarry :(
March 27, 2016
I absolutely loved this series! This last book was by far the best, and the revelation Rowan and his friends find at the end of their journey is amazing. I was not expecting it at all. I didn't want the series to end, and I hope that one day Emily Rodda will continue Rowan's story.
March 6, 2008
He he!!
May 9, 2008
While listed as a teen book its clearly childrens. Slightly entertaining with a few interesting ideas but not much in the way of excitement, surprises, or action. Cool cover though.
September 15, 2008
This was good, just like the rest of the series. I would totally recommend it to mystery-lovers.
September 26, 2009
amazing mystery book.
November 6, 2012
I swear I dont remember reading this before
December 7, 2010
I love the part when they tried to beat the Crystal Guardian
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