My stress level was at its breaking point by the end of this book. 
 Each and every turn of the page had me stressing out. But this series is so damn good. Literally, everything about these books is so good! And this one was no exception. I'm sad to have finished it because I was loving every minute. 
 The Good Stuff 
 People. I can't say it enough. V.E. Schwab is a mastermind. She is a brilliant writer who creates amazing worlds and characters. She has a knack for giving a great amount of detail without veering off into flowery-land. Her writing is poetic and enrapturing. There was a portion in this book that she wrote that I just about lost my mind over. She talks about the King and Queen while using a metaphor for their love in the shape of an arrow. It's hauntingly beautiful. I don't think I've ever come across such beautiful imagery of love. Honestly! This one piece of writing about love got to me in a way that even poets and Shakespeare couldn't. (However, not really the biggest fan of Shakespeare, so that may have a bit to do with it.) 
 And then, of course, the characters. What more can I say that I haven't already said? Kell is my favorite. He's dark, broody, dry, and I love him. Lila is sassy and fun. Rhy is friggin' adorable and ever-growing in this series, and especially in this book. Alucard is witty and keeps you on your toes. (view spoiler)[ Holland grew on me. The first book I wanted to know more about him. The second book I regretted even wishing that. This last book I was so happy to have learned more about his character and felt so much for him toward the end. (hide spoiler)] 
 Once again, my stress level was almost at its highest its ever been. (HP obviously wins that trophy.) The plot is fantastic. CAN WE NOT TRUST ANYONE IN THIS SERIES? That was the question I kept asking myself every few chapters. The action never lets up and there is always something new around every corner. I also enjoyed the fact that the ending did not feel rushed. (*cough* *cough* looking at YOU Mockingjay. You could say I'm still bitter.) 
 The Not-So-Good Stuff 
 Unfortunately, I found a LOT of editing errors in my copy. Not to say that that's anything against the actual book, but I found myself wondering why there were so many in such a highly anticipated book. Surely they should have been paying a bit more attention when it came to publishing time? But that was literally just a fly in the room. It bugged me a bit, but it didn't really do much to get in the way of enjoying the book. 
 (view spoiler)[ *sigh* I trusted you, Schwab. And then you had to go and kill off Hastra. I loved that precious soul more than you will ever know. (hide spoiler)] 
 Overall 
 I am in love with this book, this series, these characters, this author. I'm just in love. There is just so much to love. I really think this a prime example of a fantasy series done right. Well done! Also, shoutout to the filmmakers out there. I understand you are about to make the first book into a movie, and I'm crippled with excitement. However, please, please, please do it right. I will be heartbroken if you end up ruining this series on the big screen.