We are Voulhire: A New Arrival Under Great Skies: Alternating Points of view

[Krista Ash]

I didn't mind the style, but I'm not sure if it added any extra 'depth' to the story in terms of Galen specifically. I'm not sure if the book would have been very different if the author had chosen third person for his scenes as well.

I agree that the first person POV for Galen did not add much depth to his development, but it did help set him apart from the other POV characters as the main character.

[ClaZig]

Tysz alternates points of view beautifully, and this technique is really helpful in expanding our understanding of the plot. I feel like it also emphasized how complex the Voulhire society is. Nonetheless, the points of view were often too short, and that made it quite hard for me to fully grasp the character's perspective on some issues. In other words, I feel like switching points of view too often throughout the plot makes them a little superficial.

[car-mbz]

I like the alternating points of view. It allows us, the readers to understand each character well especially since this is the first book in the series.

[Krista Ash]

Tysz alternates points of view beautifully, and this technique is really helpful in expanding our understanding of the plot. I feel like it also emphasized how complex the Voulhire society is. Nonetheless, the points of view were often too short, and that made it quite hard for me to fully grasp the character's perspective on some issues. In other words, I feel like switching points of view too often throughout the plot makes them a little superficial.

This is a good point. With all POV characters, the book didn't spend a lot of time developing some of them, especially Galen. Hopefully the rest of the series will make up for that and continue the development.

[Arina Siaban]

I usually don't like points of view that alternate between person, but I thought this book used this technique it in a very distinct way.

It felt like first we were being guided through a world that feels ancient, magical, all-encompassing, to then be gently transported towards a narrative that is more emotional, more personal, more intimate to one person rather than the world.

One brought you closer to the characters, while another gives off a more epic fantasy being told around the fire vibe.

It added a multidimensional feel to this cosmic fantasy world that was interesting to read!

[Marty_Kelly]

Tysz alternates points of view beautifully, and this technique is really helpful in expanding our understanding of the plot. I feel like it also emphasized how complex the Voulhire society is. Nonetheless, the points of view were often too short, and that made it quite hard for me to fully grasp the character's perspective on some issues. In other words, I feel like switching points of view too often throughout the plot makes them a little superficial.

This is a good point. With all POV characters, the book didn't spend a lot of time developing some of them, especially Galen. Hopefully the rest of the series will make up for that and continue the development.

True. And to a large extent the rest of the series did develop the plot. A New Arrival Under Great Skies, in my opinion, is mainly introductory and it leaves a lot of unanswered questions which serve to pique many readers interests in the series.

[PhoeNyxFrost]

The way the book used its POV writing delivered a beautiful style and additional plus experience for me. In one of my review I mentioned "The author takes us to the heart of Voulhire's featured city with the eyes of the people that affect its changes using a 3rd person perspective, all the while using the protagonist's 1st person view of an observant to relate to the readers. While this may be unwelcome, I can say that the style was used effectively." Therefore, it provides a great depth for experiencing the world building together with the characters.

[Krista Ash]

Tysz alternates points of view beautifully, and this technique is really helpful in expanding our understanding of the plot. I feel like it also emphasized how complex the Voulhire society is. Nonetheless, the points of view were often too short, and that made it quite hard for me to fully grasp the character's perspective on some issues. In other words, I feel like switching points of view too often throughout the plot makes them a little superficial.

This is a good point. With all POV characters, the book didn't spend a lot of time developing some of them, especially Galen. Hopefully the rest of the series will make up for that and continue the development.

True. And to a large extent the rest of the series did develop the plot. A New Arrival Under Great Skies, in my opinion, is mainly introductory and it leaves a lot of unanswered questions which serve to pique many readers interests in the series.

It makes sense that the rest of the series would develop the plot and characters significantly, especially since Tysz planned the series to be similar to a TV show with each book like an episode. The first episode/book's main purpose is to set the stage and draw the reader into the story.

[blackjack1]

I really did not like the alternating POVs. I could not think there was a good reason for it and it was slightly confusing

[MariaLivaniou]

I thought it was really interesting that we have multiple povs in the story. the way this was executed it gave me some "game of thrones" vibes. I also think it was necessary for as to see all the sides of the different characters to better grasp the essence of the story.

[Justine Ocsebio]

I think it just makes sense that in an intricate and complex world such as Voulhire, we get to see things from alternating point of views. Yes, it adds depth to the story and it makes the connection with the characters more profound. To me, the author made the switching perspectives well-executed.

[Drianie]

I found the change in the chapter headings refreshing in comparison to the traditional format. I enjoyed alternating between the different points of view and different characters. It helped me to connect with the novel. Galen’s character as the main protagonist is still underdeveloped, but I trust we will see him reach his full potential as the story progresses. I can’t wait to see how this all concludes.

[imet123]

The chapters alternating between different Characters is probably what made it interesting to read in the first place. I liked that a lot about the book.

[Yasmira_M]

The alternating viewpoints can be overwhelming with too much I formation at a time, but I also like having insight to everything happening as well.

[mariana90]

I didn't mind it one bit, but found some characters to be too boring as narrators (Galen, I'm looking at you).