Where have I been when I first started this book? Right in the beginning of a gruesome semester. Why did I even start this book?! 
 Don't get me wrong, it's AMAZING [or rather, I might be biased 'cause I like action mixed with fairytales]. It's as good - or maybe even better than the first book. 
 I think the beginning was slower but once you reach a certain point, it's a page turner [hah, like most books?] Anyways, the beginning was good but I was waiting for the action and the mystery to resolve. There were definitely twists and turns in this book and all my feels came pouring back from Cinder to this sequel. I cannot wait to read Cress now after that end from this book. 
 I felt my heart racing with these characters and ugh, I can't even think straight atm. 
 Read it if you like sci-fi with fairytales mixed in. You'll be in for an adventure.