“Hunt’s voice was a thunderclap as he said behind her, “Light it up, Bryce.” 

Bryce and Hunt are trying to live normal lives after saving Crescent City. After so much upheaval in their lives, they just want to slow down, figure out what they’re future holds, and relax for once. So far the Asteri have kept their word, leaving Bryce and Hunt in peace. Bryce and Hunt just try to keep their heads down and avoid drawing the Asteri’s attention but with the rebels continuing to chip away at the Asteri’s attention, they have a choice to make. As Bryce, Hunt, and their friends get drawn deeper into the rebels' plans they have to make a choice: keep their heads down and protect themselves and the people they love and let the oppression continue or fight for what's right. 

This action packed sequel is full of shocking twists. As always Maas’s book is full of beautiful world building and a thrilling plot. You’ll be drawn in as Bryce and Hunt dive deeper into the dark corruption of their leaders and learn more about their terrifying secrets. I love how Maas continued to grow many of the side characters but weave everyone's stories together at the same time. Even if you didn’t love the first book, I would definitely still read the second one as the ending will completely shock you.