The battle for the crown has begun, and the unforgettable events of the Quickening have left a mark on each of the three sisters. Katharine, once the weak and feeble queen, is curiously stronger than ever before. Arsinoe has discovered a secret about her gift which could be her salvation or her undoing. And powerful Mirabella, believing that Arsinoe has betrayed her, is finally ready to fight.
As time runs out on the Ascension Year, the triplets face attacks that will make them question their destinies and their paths to the throne. Friends and foes alike are forcing their hands, pushing them toward a shocking outcome that forever changes everyone involved.
*Note: Spoilers for those who have not read the first book.
Shenie's Review:
The second installment of THREE DARK CROWNS intensifies as Arsinoe and Katherine discover the hidden powers inside them and Mirabella finds the fire within to take on her sisters. The brutality that the first book teased at pertaining to the upcoming battles definitely lived up to the hype as the fighting between the sisters was always intense and exciting. Adding to the excitement was the roles the girls loved ones played in backing their queens. Jules especially can be seen taking on a greater role in the series.
Speaking of Jules, I find the drama between her and Joseph, due to Joseph cheating on Jules, to be slightly frustrating. I know that it might possibly be Arisone's and Madgical's magic that may be causing the rift between the couple, but, still. I think I'm speaking for almost everyone when I say that Jules deserves way better than Joseph and I hope she will find someone who will treat her how she deserves to be treated.
In terms of romance, I did like reading about how Katherine and Peityrs relationship turned out after he betrayed her, and I loved the chemistry that brewed between a certain boy and queen. But to find out who and if the queen will live long enough to be with her love you will just have to read the sequel to find out who takes the crown.
Verdict: ☕☕☕☕☕
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About the Author:
Kendare Blake grew up in the small city of Cambridge, Minnesota. She is a graduate of Ithaca College, in Ithaca, New York and received a Master of Arts in Creative Writing from Middlesex University in London, England. She loves to travel, is an advocate for animals, and cheats a lot when she plays Final Fantasy. Adopted from South Korea at the age of seven months, she arrived with the following instruction: "Feed her chocolate." Though not medically advisable, she and her parents are eternally grateful for this advice.
Kendare is the author of six novels: the contemporary SLEEPWALK SOCIETY, YA horror duo ANNA DRESSED IN BLOOD (2011 NPR Top 5, Kirkus Top Ten), and GIRL OF NIGHTMARES (2012 Kirkus Reviews Top Ten), and the Goddess War trilogy (ANTIGODDESS, MORTAL GODS, UNGODLY).
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