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

adventurous mysterious fast-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

3.75

I loved the concept of parallel Londons! I really liked both MCs, and I'm very curious about Lila's missing eye! The writing style fit me very well, it felt fitting to the world and character and had a good flow that was easy to read. 

I found the ending a bit rushed and maybe a bit easy? I felt like suddenly everything was over and okay and back to normal. I would have liked a more ominous ending that hinted at things might not be so okay after all (I expect they aren't, as there are two more books in the series haha). So that's my main reason for not giving it a better rating, I felt like the ending didn't quite stick the landing for me. 

I'm really excited about reading more about Lila and Kell!
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