A review by cassiemyers
The Iron Trial by Holly Black, Cassandra Clare

3.0

This was overall a cool book. I loved the new world and how the magic works. However, my biggest problem with this book was not enough character development both within and between the characters. I just didn't feel like I really knew the characters or related to them. Peeks into more conversations between Callum, Aaron, and Tamara would have been great so that their relationship seemed genuine. Also, it didn't draw me in and I didn't feel too compelled to keep reading until maybe 3/4 of the way through the book. This is a middle grade book and I'm about to turn 17, so of course, that may be a reason for not enjoying this book as much as others have. The surprises at the end were unexpected though, which I loved. I think I'll keep reading the series to see what happens next and get to know the characters more.