Jay Kristoff knows how to write a fucking fantasy. He is excellent at his craft, and this might be a contender for one of my new favorite fantasy series of all time. I really liked the first book, but this second installment had me on the edge of my seat and my heart aching on every page. My favorite characters are put into helpless situations that make you want to scream and cry, because you’re watching them become victims and you can’t get them out of it. You’re screaming for everyone to get out of this alive and heartbroken for what they have to go through. An emotional roller coaster and an absolute wreck on my heart and mind. My god, I was riveted, all the way until the last word. Bring on the third book. I need it like air.