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btwnprintedpgs's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
tense
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? No
3.0
I liked this a lot more than book 1. I still found some things were lacking in terms of characters learning their dang lesson (not me screaming at them to stop going into danger alone every other chapter), but I found I really enjoyed Brigon and getting into the groove of the found family we made in Blood Heir.
I found Linn gave Toph vibes, and Sorcha gave Azula energy. Both characters were great additions to the cast, I loved seeing more of Linn after her introduction at the end of Blood Heir. I did find Linn's devotion to Ana a bit strong for what transpired in Blood Heir, but past that, she's a strong character. I didn't think I'd read the final instalment halfway through, but now I'm so curious about our three MCs as we reach the finale of the series.
This instalment had a better and stronger climax than Blood Heir, and I found myself rooting for the characters more than rubbing my temples in frustration. Definitely didn't suffer from second book syndrome! I'm also glad that we tied up some story lines in this one, thus setting the stage for Crimson Reign.
All in all, a strong sequel, and a great setup for the finale of the series! I'm really loving the crew we've put together and I'm excited to see how their story ends.
TW: blood, murder, injury detail, torture, alcohol consumption, violence, child abuse, fire/fire injury, death; mentions infidelity, death of a parent, death of a child, kidnapping
eARC gifted via NetGalley by Delacorte Press via Random House Children's in exchange for an honest review.
I found Linn gave Toph vibes, and Sorcha gave Azula energy. Both characters were great additions to the cast, I loved seeing more of Linn after her introduction at the end of Blood Heir. I did find Linn's devotion to Ana a bit strong for what transpired in Blood Heir, but past that, she's a strong character. I didn't think I'd read the final instalment halfway through, but now I'm so curious about our three MCs as we reach the finale of the series.
This instalment had a better and stronger climax than Blood Heir, and I found myself rooting for the characters more than rubbing my temples in frustration. Definitely didn't suffer from second book syndrome! I'm also glad that we tied up some story lines in this one, thus setting the stage for Crimson Reign.
All in all, a strong sequel, and a great setup for the finale of the series! I'm really loving the crew we've put together and I'm excited to see how their story ends.
TW: blood, murder, injury detail, torture, alcohol consumption, violence, child abuse, fire/fire injury, death; mentions infidelity, death of a parent, death of a child, kidnapping
eARC gifted via NetGalley by Delacorte Press via Random House Children's in exchange for an honest review.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Violence, Death, Injury/Injury detail, and Murder
Moderate: Alcohol, Child abuse, Fire/Fire injury, and Torture
Minor: Child death, Death of parent, Infidelity, and Kidnapping
booknerdbetty's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Injury/Injury detail, Torture, Violence, Child abuse, Death, Death of parent, Grief, Trafficking, Kidnapping, and Blood
Moderate: Racial slurs, Mental illness, Sexism, Physical abuse, and Misogyny
luckykosmos's review
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
As a middle book, this hit all the marks - it elevated the story, rearranged the players, played chess with the dynamics. I wanted some more development for certain character's motivations, since some dynamics felt too convenient; Kais's betrayal for the sake of his mother, in particular, needed to be fleshed out . The writing stayed solid, but there were moments the author clung too closely to titles.
That all being said, that Ending Though! Definitely sticking around for this conclusion.
That all being said, that Ending Though! Definitely sticking around for this conclusion.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood
Moderate: Child abuse
caidyn's review
dark
emotional
tense
fast-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
4.5
What an explosive sequel! I read it all within about five hours because I couldn't put it down. This sequel just picks up and it doesn't let up until the end, much like the first book was. But this book starts a little after the ending of the first book and multiple characters get more light on the page, such as Ramson and knowing a bit more of his past and family. Plus, there's a new POV for this book! I kind of missed it just being Ana and Ramson, but I did like the addition. Overall, fantastic read and I'm pumped for the final book in the trilogy.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Body horror, Death, Child abuse, Gore, and Grief
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