Reviewed by meowstina on
The first book in this series is just on the cusp of overly strange, but I felt like it was leading to a good place, so I do like that book. The school and world uncovered is a little messed up but very unique and intriguing, and I was interested to see how Anne’s story was continued. Alas, this second installment went a little too over the edge for me. I started to accept some of the fantasy elements even though things became increasingly horrifying, but funnily enough it’s her obsession with Ben and the insta-intense-love that turns me off. I like the romance to be earned, and in this case the sacrifice does not equal the level of love they have. But hey, I’m not a romantic. Also, Anne’s decisions and how she instantly overreacts and jumps to conclusions detracted from my enjoyment of the book too. The story, if it’s possible, gets even more crazy than the last book, and I’m not quite sure if I knew what was going on near the end to be honest. If you’re looking for an intense and original dark fantasy story, though, this series has all of that.
Reading updates
- Started reading
- 12 May, 2016: Finished reading
- 12 May, 2016: Reviewed