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Ballad: A Gathering of Faerie
by Maggie Stiefvater
This book was just as good as the first of the series. It picks up shortly after the first at the Thornking-Ash school. It's quite different from the first, as it is written in two 1st povs, along with (hilariously old) text messages, while keeping the writing and style and peculiar story of the first book.
Overall, this had a more violent feel to it in terms of characters and plot. There was an edge to it all that gave a good relief from Deidre's make-belief and more whimsical personality. James, her friend and protagonist, is brutally honest and has a more realistic outlook along with a funny side. Nuala is similar but with a bitter side that complements their relationship. A few characters reappear as well.
I enjoyed the story and new characters. There was a new aspect to the fae that made you delve deeper into the story. All in all, it was very enjoyable.
Overall, this had a more violent feel to it in terms of characters and plot. There was an edge to it all that gave a good relief from Deidre's make-belief and more whimsical personality. James, her friend and protagonist, is brutally honest and has a more realistic outlook along with a funny side. Nuala is similar but with a bitter side that complements their relationship. A few characters reappear as well.
I enjoyed the story and new characters. There was a new aspect to the fae that made you delve deeper into the story. All in all, it was very enjoyable.