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A review by annagwritesandreads
Vilest Things by Chloe Gong
adventurous
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for an early copy of the book. This is the 2nd book in a trilogy, so be aware of that going into any review as there will be spoilers.
General Description: Calla successfully finds herself after the games of Immortal Longings; however, so does Anton. But Anton is in August's body. Also, when Otta comes back to the world of the living and reveals the true crown is hidden in the world, Anton (as August) and Calla must work together to get to the crown before anyone else. However, as Calla learns more about her true self, can she trust August with everything she's learning?
What I liked:
- I do like the multitude of perspectives you get, it keeps you in the world.
- I really enjoy Calla as a main character
- The concept of the world is still unique and I liked that we got to see more of it in this book, however...
What was too much:
- The world building...I feel like we have been building this world brick by brick, page by page, and it doesn't really end. I am hopeful the 3rd book doesn't have as much world building.
- The main point of finding the crown felt very lackluster and I feel like I was left with a lot of questions on the crown. With it being the main point of the book, I thought more would be clarified. But I was wrong.
Overall, if you liked Immortal Longings, you should read this book. I definitely can see the 3rd book being an ABSOLUTE banger.
General Description: Calla successfully finds herself after the games of Immortal Longings; however, so does Anton. But Anton is in August's body. Also, when Otta comes back to the world of the living and reveals the true crown is hidden in the world, Anton (as August) and Calla must work together to get to the crown before anyone else. However, as Calla learns more about her true self, can she trust August with everything she's learning?
What I liked:
- I do like the multitude of perspectives you get, it keeps you in the world.
- I really enjoy Calla as a main character
- The concept of the world is still unique and I liked that we got to see more of it in this book, however...
What was too much:
- The world building...I feel like we have been building this world brick by brick, page by page, and it doesn't really end. I am hopeful the 3rd book doesn't have as much world building.
- The main point of finding the crown felt very lackluster and I feel like I was left with a lot of questions on the crown. With it being the main point of the book, I thought more would be clarified. But I was wrong.
Overall, if you liked Immortal Longings, you should read this book. I definitely can see the 3rd book being an ABSOLUTE banger.