Geeeeeeeeeeeeez. V.E. Schwab is quickly becoming one of my favorite writers. Her style and wit...it's all too much for me. TOO MUCH YOU HEAR? 
 The Good Stuff 
 Where do I even begin? I really loved the fact that this book simply revolved around the characters. If that makes sense? Let me clarify: it was more character driven than plot. It delved more into the characters thoughts and decisions than the events outside of the characters' own little worlds. Which, I found to be absolutely fantastic. I relished getting to know the characters more. 
 Kell - gaww...he's just flat-out amazing. I love him. I love that he is always frowning, I don't know why. I love that he broods and worries over his brother. I love that no matter how much royals suck, he still stays loyal. I love that he finally made a huge move for his own happiness. (view spoiler)[ THAT BALCONY SCENE THOUGH!!! OH MY GAWWW!!! (hide spoiler)] I love his magic and his overall embodiment of power. I love this character. 
 Lila - As much as I loved her in the last book, I was taken aback by how much I resented her character in this book. Don't get me wrong, I still really love her, but I was disappointed by her choices sometimes. I was kind of over her attitude to make insane choices simply because she felt like it at the time. Selfishness is what it really comes down to. I get it, she has so much more growth ahead of her. But man, these times before the growth really frustrate me. But, of course, I still love this spunky lady. 
 Rhy - Literally just awesome. He really makes me laugh and I enjoyed that he was more involved in this book. 
 Alucard - Hmmm...I think I may have a bit of a crush on this guy. Love his style and love his banter. 
 (view spoiler)[ Holland - Okay, I totally regret mentioning that I wished I had more to go on with this guy in my review of ADSoM. Evil. Just straight up cowardly evil. I mean can the guy not think for himself?! (hide spoiler)] 
 The Not-So-Good Stuff 
 This one was a bit harder to get into than the last book. The first book had my attention from the first page. This one took me quite a few chapters to get into. I also thought it took way too long to get to the Element Games. I wanted more of that. (view spoiler)[ THE KING AND QUEEN SUCK!!! I hate them. They are so mean to my precious Kell. They don't deserve the honor of his presence. (hide spoiler)] 
 Overall 
 I am sad I waited so long to pick this book up. But with that cliffhanger, I am so freaking glad that I don't have to wait for A Conjuring of Light . Muhahahahahahahahaha!!!!!! The advantage of waiting. I really enjoyed this book! It was fantastic!!