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A Darker Shade of Magic by V.E. Schwab
5.0
Where do I even begin with this incredible book? Alright, I gave away my thoughts already by stating that it's incredible, but I seriously can't help it. I fell in love with the story and the multiple Londons so quickly.
Not only did this book immediately give us a sneak peek of the fact that there would be trouble from Black London (foreshadowing, anyone?), but it also had Kell stealing my heart in a matter of moments. I've had a hard time picking a "book boyfriend" over the years, but I could definitely give Kell that title now. I loved his ruggedness, his quick-wittedness, and his ability to get out of trouble almost as quickly as he got into it (with a little help from Lila, obviously).
And speaking of Lila - she's crazy badass and I love her wild and reckless ways. At first, I found her a bit infuriating, but then I realized that it was her intensity that made me actually enjoy her character.
Overall, this book was phenomenal, and I am frantically scrabbling to get my hands on the sequel.
Not only did this book immediately give us a sneak peek of the fact that there would be trouble from Black London (foreshadowing, anyone?), but it also had Kell stealing my heart in a matter of moments. I've had a hard time picking a "book boyfriend" over the years, but I could definitely give Kell that title now. I loved his ruggedness, his quick-wittedness, and his ability to get out of trouble almost as quickly as he got into it (with a little help from Lila, obviously).
And speaking of Lila - she's crazy badass and I love her wild and reckless ways. At first, I found her a bit infuriating, but then I realized that it was her intensity that made me actually enjoy her character.
Overall, this book was phenomenal, and I am frantically scrabbling to get my hands on the sequel.