Legendary (Caraval, #2)

by Stephanie Garber

[Hilarye]

The first book follows Scarlett as she plays the game & tries to save her sister, Tess. On the way she falls in love with Julian, learns who she is, what she wants, & what she’s capable of.

This book follows Tess as she plays the game & tries to save their mother, Paloma. Dante helps her along the way & of course, they fall in love. Sounds like the first book, but trust me, it’s very different. And Dante. Oh Dante, you sexy, tattooed, secretive, morally grey, beefcake. Your conflicted, brooding & brilliant character arc made this story. As the story unfolds, you are also introduced to several other new faces. Specifically, Jacks, who both terrifies me & intrigues me. He’s one of those characters that keep you guessing whether or not he’s pure evil or has some good somewhere in him. Honestly, I still don’t know. Book 3 will hopefully answer some questions I have.

I love how this book really focuses on fate vs free will. Is what’s happening to you fated, and totally predetermined? Or are you making choices & acting in ways that cause you to manifest the destiny you think you deserve.

These books are so beautifully written, with descriptive prose that is positively alluring & dreamy. I don’t want the series to end, but at the same time, I CAN