As the second book in the trilogy it’s only natural that more of the story and the world will continue to unfold. Unlike some series where each book is its own story, this is one large story spread over 3 different books. This iteration, as it takes the reader deeper into the history and the titans that are clashing, becomes darker than its predecessor, which will mean that the third book will progress even further. The action in the book is faster as the stakes are higher, but overall, this story has all of the same issues as the first book. I feel like Meyer is rushing the reader through the plot and leaving out necessary details in description, motivation, and inner character qualities that would make this more than simply another adventure story. There’s often not enough detail to create a clear understanding of the picture he’s painting, but more so than that, another 100 pages or so would add so much color to the novel if they were dedicated to helping the reader understand more about the two main characters and their worlds. I want to know more about the Thieves’ Guild to which Serafin once belonged, how he was able to get into it at such a young age, and more about his past and what motivates him. The same goes for Merle and the orphanage.-Lindsey Miller, www.lindseyslibrary.com ( )

Hands down the greatest book I've ever read!

The book was great.

- Jonathan B.

Picks up right after the Water Mirror taking Merle to Hell to ask Lord Light for help while Seraphim works with the rebels in Venice against the Egyptians. Ends a bit abruptly, but has great narration. ( )