Published: September 20, 2016 by: Henry Holt and Company
Pages: 546
Rating: 5/5 stars
*highlight white text to reveal spoilers*- there are some major ones in here so be cautious!
Fresh off of pulling off their deadly heist, Kaz Brekker and co. have a new task on their hands: battling new enemies and unlocking the secrets to a deadly drug that is circling through the Grisha world. A war is looming on the horizon, and Kaz and his crew must fight even harder to keep the people they love alive, or surrender to the people out to get them.
I mean, what else can I say about this series other than the fact that you have to read it? It is seriously one of the best series I have read. With diverse characters, a fast-paced plot, and killer relationships, this book is wickedly good. Read it and weep.
First off, Bardugo has written some of the strongest characters I've ever seen. period. Each character has their own strengths, weaknesses, and you will fall in love with each of them. Not to mention that she keeps her characters incredibly diverse, so I guarantee you will connect with someone in this book. Even the villains are expertly crafted!
The plot of this book was magical and incredible in every sort of way. There are a lot of parallels with the first book of course, and everything came full circle in the end. Although I will say, you will cry at times. Bardugo tugs on your emotions like its her job and she will kill off the people you love the most!! *sniff* Matthias *sniff*. I understand why she had to do it, it added to the plot, but still :((((
I'm happy with how the duology ended. I think I got the closure I needed, and as devastating as some parts were, I know why they had to happen. Bardugo carries major themes in her novels that just hit you with such strength. It's hard not to become emotionally attached to her books.
You gotta read this series. It has the most magical world-building, the twistiest of plot-twists, and the most lovable of characters. It is an incredible fantasy with an incredible message.
Have you read Crooked Kingdom? Can we cry together?
Emily @ Paperback Princess
A lot of people seem to love the Six of Crows books! :) Glad you enjoyed it Em
ReplyDeleteThey were awesome!! :)
DeleteYou had me at "read it and weep" :D I plan to get to this series veryyyy soon (okay, let's be realistic here- within this year, at least ahahaha) and I'm honestly so excited for it! I'm glad you love it so much- everyone seems to! <3
ReplyDeleteI hope you love it, Ruzaika!! I swear, you will laugh, and you WILL cry :)
DeleteLovely review, Emily!! Totally agree with your points - especially about the characters and relationships. Gosh, they definitely are KILLER :)
ReplyDeleteI'm doing my review of CK on Thursday, and am currently trying to get my feelings in order to be able to type some coherent words ;) Lol.
Amy @ A Magical World Of Words
Thanks Amy! I definitely know what you're feeling haha!
DeleteThis is one of my favorite series of all time, so I am so glad to hear you enjoyed it as much as I did! The characters, plot, and action are all written flawlessly and I'm so glad you felt the same way. Thanks for sharing and, as always, fabulous review!
ReplyDelete~ Zoe @ Stories on Stage
Thanks Zoe! I couldn't agree more. Literally I have nothing bad to say about this series!
DeleteTHIS BOOK WAS SO FANTASTIC OMG. I read it back to back with SoC - and thank god for that, bc I couldn't have dealt with Soc's cliffhanger - and I fell in love with all the characters and the world. The plot was so full of surprises and wonderful, magical moments. THAT PARTICULAR DEATH? WHYYYY. I was so sad. But at least my biggest ship sailed. Great review!
ReplyDeleteVeronika @ The Regal Critiques
You're smart! I read Crooked Kingdom about a year after reading Six of Crows haha! Leigh has such a way with words, omg. I'm so happy my ship sailed as well, but less than happy that one of them didn't :(
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