A review by ashleymg99
A Darker Shade of Magic by V.E. Schwab

adventurous dark tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

A Darker Shade of Magic is a perfect read for anyone looking to take a step from YA fantasy to adult fantasy. It’s a world where magic has its own agenda, and is as dangerous as it is powerful. 

Kell and Lila are a great pair, and play well off each other. The book felt like it wrapped up neatly, but not so much that it is decisively over. I am intrigued to see where the next book in the series picks up - will there be a new conflict, or a continuation of what was laid out in the first book? 
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