A review by theblacklodgebookshelf
Foxglove by Adalyn Grace

adventurous mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

 

This was a solid sequel, but it didn’t quite capture the magic of the first book imo. Belladonna was a favourite of mine last year and I was so excited to see more of Signa & Death. But I feel like Death really took a backseat in this book. 

Foxglove seemed to be more of a transition book that concluded Signa & Death’s story and sets up

Blythe & Fate’s.

Which is ok - but it’s not quite what I was expecting? 

We follow a similar set up to the first book whereby Signa (and now Blythe) take it upon themselves to solve a murder before the wrong man is hanged. This time not only with the help of Death, but now his meddlesome ‘brother’ Fate who is convinced that Signa

is his reincarnated wife.

I enjoyed the plot, and I liked the love/hate relationship between Death & Fate. Love triangles are not my favourite trope but I thought this was done well. 

I will be reading the next book when it comes out, but I have to say that Blythe isn’t my favourite character so I’m a bit hesitant! 

4 stars