Iron Heart

4.5

I loved this conclusion of Ayla and Crier’s story, however some things felt a bit rushed here. I can’t help but think that it’d be better if the author had made this a trilogy instead, and explored some things in greater depth. For example, Queen Junn was a fascinating character and I wouldn’t mind learning more about her, and Varn itself. Also, while I liked how plot-oriented this book was, I was hoping for more romance. But we can’t have everything, can we. Still, the ending was very satisfying and everything I could’ve hoped for!

I LOVED THIS ONE JUST AS MUCH AS I LOVED THSI FIRST ONE. I loved the worldbuilding, I LOVED crier, I loved ayla, i loved queer girls, I loved the questions about humanity and robots and what makes both Things true or not. Gosh gosh I can’t wait to read everything this author has ever written after this. This book hit all the spots I needed it to.

I wanted to give this 3 stars, since I enjoyed the first novel quite a bit. I think the pacing was a bit odd, and the ending felt somehow both abrupt and like the tension had long since fizzled out.

Certainly worth reading if you enjoyed "Crier's War," but not the ending I hoped. Had I discovered this series in high school I might have been more forgiving of the flaws which don't necessarily detract from this exciting, interestingly-set sapphic tale.

A very satisfying and packed with intrigue and action conclusion to this series. It was quite easy to slip back into this world and feel at home, a sign of a good sequel and the chemistry between Ayla and Crier builds so nicely. I'll look forward to more from this author in the future.

Cute, fun YA fantasy with a f/f romance at the heart. Nothing truly special or unique, but worth a few hours.

A great continuation of the first book with all its strengths and weakness. I'd almost prefer if these were released as one book. I love these girls and their love helps fill me up and keep me going.

A fun and exciting read! The only thing that kind of annoyed me was how the ending got a little rushed, cheesy, and how everything just magically worked out perfectly.