I read this book like sipping a fine wine, savouring the good bits but perhaps falling asleep on the sofa once or twice. I didn't find it quite as gripping as book one, and I will admit the 'plotting scenes' received too much word time for my likings, given that the whole point is for their plans to go askew anyway...So I wasn't always enthralled, but the whole thing was enjoyable to read from beginning to end.
I LOVE that this is duology. As you might know, I have beef with book two's of trilogies, mostly because the writer drags the poor story across three books, stretching every plot thread thin until my interest breaks entirely. This two book series keeps the pace, keeps the tension, and keeps twisting until the very end. I feel satisfied that it has a real ending. Please more duologies in future!
As a character led story, the whole ragtag bunch are fully fleshed and each interesting in their own right. I liked all the characters, flaws and all. Every character arc adds something to the book, and they all come together with a satisfying bang.
While book one was absolutely fantastic, this is just a good sequel and round off in comparison. I fell out of love with Grishaverse after book three of Alina's adventures, but now I'm back in. I'd recommend this series widely, although I probably don't have to, given how popular it is. If you haven't read it already, then bump it up on your to read list. You won't be disappointed.
Source: Bought it.
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