A review by blueskyvibes1point0
Zodiac Academy 3: The Reckoning by Caroline Peckham, Susanne Valenti

adventurous tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.75

**This book is part of the Zodiac Academy series and should be read in order.**

As The Reckoning week kicks off at Zodiac Academy, senior students are given the task of making life difficult for freshmen as everyone gets ready for a pivotal assessment that will determine their future at the academy. Alongside exam preparations, the upcoming Lunar Eclipse heightens concerns for siblings who detect imminent danger and suspect that their enemies may be closer than they previously thought.

Overall rating: 4.6/5

Ratings:

1. **Plot and Storytelling:** 5/5 I was completely hooked by this book from start to finish. It had me gripped and sucked in, and I savored every moment of it.

2. **Characterization:** (4/5) At the beginning of the book, I didn't sense much character growth. However, by the end, significant changes had occurred, especially with the challenges the twins had to overcome, which added depth to their development.

3. **Writing Style:** (5/5) I adore the writing style of the twisted sisters. The use of multiple POVs and different but blended author voices seamlessly woven together enhances the storytelling and contributes to a well-crafted narrative.

4. **Originality:** 4/5 While the concept of hell week and assessments isn't unique to college-based series, the story itself felt fresh and offered a new perspective on these familiar ideas.

5. **Emotional Impact and Resolution:** 5/5 This book resonated with me emotionally. It evoked a range of feelings, and I found the ending particularly compelling. The cliffhanger left me eagerly anticipating the next installment, although I'm grateful that book 4 is already available to ease the suspense.

I recommend purchasing this book. While it's available on KU, personally, I also enjoy having a physical copy as a trophy. I'll certainly be continuing with the series.

If you enjoyed this book of course I recommend continuing in the series and the world of Solaria. If you're into dark college-based fantasy, you might enjoy checking out "Ninth House" by Leigh Bardugo: Set at Yale University, this dark fantasy follows a young woman with the ability to see ghosts who gets involved in the secret societies of the university.
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