shannonmiz
Written on Aug 2, 2016
Last year, I read and reviewed Survival Colony 9, which was the first book in this series. It was so unique, something totally different to the dystopian/post-apocalyptic market. I had worried, when I read it, because the ending seemed way too open, and I wanted more. Then, I found out that there was going to be more, and I was happy again. I am going to do my very best to keep this spoiler free for both books!
Did this conclusion satisfy me? It most certainly did! Querry and the other survivors were back in full force, ready to live another day and fight the Skaldi. The atmosphere is just as desolate and unsettling as the first book, but there is a lot of depth to this second book, more even than in the first. My questions from Survival Colony 9 were answered tenfold, and I loved the development of the characters. We're introduced to some new characters who I thought were phenomenal additions, especially Mercy. (Wave to Mercy, she's up there on the cover!) She's exactly what I'd hoped to find in a tough female character, and so much more. She's witty and funny, and her personality is developed so well. Querry grows a lot as a character too, as he is forced to face a lot of really hard realities and decisions.
The plot of this book went places I never imagined, and I adored the twists and turns in this book. There were a few moments that were a little convenient for my liking, but overall, this was an incredibly solid sequel, and I couldn't put the book down in anticipation for what would become of Querry and his companions!
Bottom Line: This was a fresh and exciting series, a dystopian with some sci-fi thrown in. Scavenger of Souls offered an extremely satisfying conclusion!
*Copy provided for review