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A review by zenithharpink
Sweetly by Jackson Pearce
4.0
Perhaps this is more fantasy horror than straight fantasy? There's a definite darkness in this story, which I was surprised how much I enjoyed! I really didn't like the first book, but this was pretty good.
This wasn't actually a linear sequel to the first book, but it's definitely related, in a subtle sort of way. I didn't realize the books would be so related - I thought they would be just different fairytale retellings, and that would be all that tied them together, so it was a really nice surprise.
My only complaint about this book was Gretchen, she felt a little fuzzy around the edges, and generally lost. She also didn't feel like a Gretchen to me, which is a minor point of contention, but it bugged me when her name was mentioned - it was like there was another character I was supposed to notice, and I couldn't quite put my finger on why.
Overall, I recommend this book - it's a fun retelling, dark and compelling, the story overall was pretty engaging - it featured a far better mystery than the first book. I'm really looking forward to the next!
This wasn't actually a linear sequel to the first book, but it's definitely related, in a subtle sort of way. I didn't realize the books would be so related - I thought they would be just different fairytale retellings, and that would be all that tied them together, so it was a really nice surprise.
My only complaint about this book was Gretchen, she felt a little fuzzy around the edges, and generally lost. She also didn't feel like a Gretchen to me, which is a minor point of contention, but it bugged me when her name was mentioned - it was like there was another character I was supposed to notice, and I couldn't quite put my finger on why.
Overall, I recommend this book - it's a fun retelling, dark and compelling, the story overall was pretty engaging - it featured a far better mystery than the first book. I'm really looking forward to the next!