A review by bookishfabledfiction
Hell Bent by Leigh Bardugo

adventurous dark mysterious tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

I didn't like Hell Bent when I first started reading it. However, as the story progressed, I became more and more immersed in the world. 
Hell Bent gives us a lot of background information on some of the key characters on their journey to save Darlington from hell. I love the found family trope in this book, especially the relationship that continued to develop between Dawes and Alex. Also, Bardugo made Alex’s roommates more relevant in the story, which was needed. 
I wasn’t the biggest fan of the introduction of
vampires
in this world; however, as I continued reading, they made much more sense to the point where I felt like they were necessary to the story. 
Also, I appreciate the magic system in these books, in general, because magic comes at a price. 
I wish Darlington were more present in Hell Bent, but I understand why Bardugo had to make him scarce. 
Overall, highly recommend it if you liked Ninth House! 
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