A review by teaand_tomes
The Last Graduate by Naomi Novik

adventurous funny medium-paced

4.0

Thank you PRH Audio for the free audiobook!

What?? Are you serious?? It’s ending like THAT?? WTF?? 😱

This sequel to A Deadly Education completely upped the ante. With the backstory and worldbuilding already established, this book dives straight into the action and tension, and it delivers!

I absolutely adore El and Orion’s dynamic. Their relationship is hilariously dysfunctional in the best way possible. El’s angry, prickly nature doesn’t faze Orion at all—in fact, he loves it. It’s refreshing to see a relationship where both characters embrace each other for who they are, even with all their rough edges. Their banter and interactions made for some of the most entertaining moments in the book.

El and Orion’s ridiculous power levels continue to make for a fascinating and relatable exploration of what it means to be seen for who you are rather than what you can do. Neither of them asked for their incredible abilities, and their struggles with acceptance and normalcy are deeply compelling.

But that CLIFFHANGER?! I’m going to need answers, and fast! This is a brilliant sequel that leaves you desperate for the next installment. If you enjoyed A Deadly Education, you’re in for a wild ride with The Last Graduate

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