Siege and Storm (Grishaverse, #2) (Shadow and Bone Trilogy, #2)

by Leigh Bardugo

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As this second book in the trilogy opens, Alina has escaped the control of the Darkling, Mal still by her side. But the Darkling has come out of their battle with new, scarier powers, and this is a war Alina and Mal can't fight on their own.

The two unexpectedly end up partnered with Strumhond, a privateer with his own small army of Grishas, and together they begin working towards taking down the Darkling. Unfortunately, it seems that the only way to do this is to complete the plan that he himself came up with -- find the amplifiers for themselves.

This book is also full of political intrigue and machinations, and there are multiple surprises to keep you guessing. Alina has a better understanding of herself in this book, even if she isn't always sure she likes what she's doing.

Despite a few slow spots, this is a solid second book in the trilogy.