The Secret of the Wings (Wynd, #2)

by James Tynion IV

[Quirky Cat]

Summary:

We've all heard the story before. Those without will always fear magic in a city where magic is possible. In this case, the city has opted to ban magic and hunt all who dare be born with those magical properties. This was the world Wynd was born into. Thankfully, there is also kindness in the world, as evidenced by the woman who found and raised him.

Wynd and his friends are on the run, thanks to a desperate hope and an even more desperate mission. However, there are many threats along the way. It seems like not everyone is so keen on their goals, and both sides have reasons to want their journey to come to an end.

Review:

I know I'm a bit late to the scene, but I am really enjoying binging Wynd's story. Wynd Book Two: The Secret of the Wings is a thrilling and sometimes terrifying read, proving how compelling the characters have become quickly.

There's a lot I could say about this book. The worldbuilding (phenomenal), the character development (surprisingly deep), the setup (anxiety-inducing)...it all works to create this story that feels larger than life. Probably because it is.

Wynd's situation sometimes looks bleak, yet the world continues to grow and evolve around him. Seeing who falls on which side of the tale is fascinating, though I'm still completely in the dark about how it will all unfold.

One thing I've come to expect from this series is the artwork. Wynd Book Two is fantastically illustrated. In particular, I fell in love (again) with the colors and overall character designs. I especially love the way feathers/wings are portrayed in this world.

Highlights:
YA Graphic Novel
Fantasy Epic
Magical Bans
LGBT+

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