The second book in this series was slightly different from the first, but exquisitely well-written and benefits from a flipping of perspective for the main characters.
Something about the setting of this one felt like it takes place at the end of the world, and the spooky locations were great – especially the completely dark underground labyrinth. But even the descriptions of the empty plains and mountains really made them come alive for me.
I also liked how the book did not devolve into any kind of romance between the two main characters – it seems like it would be likely to happen in more modern novels.
The only thing that I didn’t like about the book was the length – I finished it in just under two hours. I wanted to read more about this place and setting that the author dreamt up.
Next I am reading The Haves and the Have-Yachts by Evan Osnos.
