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theespressoedition's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
As far as sequels go, this one was really good. As far as what I was expecting from it, it was a tiny bit of a letdown. In comparison to the first book in the series, it was much slower-paced and that didn't thrill me. However, I still really enjoyed it overall!
I'm glad this one picked up right where the last one left off. I would've had a lot of confusion if a great deal of time had passed. The addition of extra characters was also a really nice touch. I enjoyed seeing the new relationships formed and understanding some of the intricacies of the previously established relationships as well. The best part about this book was the development of Alice and her mother's bond. While their inability to communicate properly frustrated me to no end in the first book, their growth in this book was fantastic. A few of their scenes together actually made me tear up a little bit!
I honestly do not understand the romantic elements in this series at all after this sequel. Alice has, what, three love interests at this point? I don't know what's going to happen with all of that! But thankfully, that's not the number one focus.
A nice touch with this installment was the multiple POVs. While the first book only gave us Alice's perspective, this book had two more and it added a really interesting dynamic to the story. I love narration from a villain's point of view (and that's all I'll say, so as to avoid spoilers).
I'm anxiously awaiting the next book now!
I'm glad this one picked up right where the last one left off. I would've had a lot of confusion if a great deal of time had passed. The addition of extra characters was also a really nice touch. I enjoyed seeing the new relationships formed and understanding some of the intricacies of the previously established relationships as well. The best part about this book was the development of Alice and her mother's bond. While their inability to communicate properly frustrated me to no end in the first book, their growth in this book was fantastic. A few of their scenes together actually made me tear up a little bit!
I honestly do not understand the romantic elements in this series at all after this sequel. Alice has, what, three love interests at this point? I don't know what's going to happen with all of that! But thankfully, that's not the number one focus.
A nice touch with this installment was the multiple POVs. While the first book only gave us Alice's perspective, this book had two more and it added a really interesting dynamic to the story. I love narration from a villain's point of view (and that's all I'll say, so as to avoid spoilers).
I'm anxiously awaiting the next book now!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder, Grief, Blood, Vomit, and Violence
zombiezami's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I thought this was a great improvement on and expansion of the first book. I like that this one took place in Wonderland much more. I look forward to seeing how the series will develop.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body horror, Blood, Injury/Injury detail, Gore, Death, Vomit, Violence, and Murder
Moderate: Death of parent, Gaslighting, Cursing, Grief, Dementia, and Confinement
Minor: Alcohol and War
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