I'm really conflicted when it comes to The Young Elites series. I have to say I love the story. It is fast-paced, unbelievable captivating and the writing is on point! But my inner conflict is that I have a love/hate relationship with every single one of the characters! And I do not exaggerate here! 
 I'm so confused by my feelings while reading this book as I have never been before with other books. How is it possible that I understand all the characters motives and comprehend why they do all those things (mostly bad things) but still feel so furious and upset about it. The only character that I truly love who is only introduced in this book is Magiano. He is my light in the darkness also known as "the plot of the young elites novels". 
 I have to admit that this is my first time reading dark fantasy and also my first time having an anti-hero / villain as main protagonist. It feels weird but I enjoy it immensely. 
 But why do I feel so unsettled after reading these books? 
 It's difficult to put into words. I can't think of a specific situation that I disliked or anything but it's the overall mood of the book. I'm pretty sure that we're approaching a tragic ending and that every character ruins their chance of happiness. And I'm aware that this series is not at all about happy endings but it kind of leaves me unsettled in general. I love how Marie Lu is setting everything up to the ending but I feel the need for a tiny flicker of hope for the characters and right now I feel that there is none. 
 I just want Adelina to be happy and to feel loved and needed. (view spoiler)[And I want her to be with Magiano - Damn it! (hide spoiler)] 
 But beside my preference for happy endings Marie Lu does such an incredible job. I'm at a loss for words. 
 And I can't believe that I have to wait for the last installment!