Overall, while I didn’t fall in love with this book, I liked the setting and the story, and would recommend it to fans of historical fiction with some YA, fantasy elements mixed in.
I recommend this book if the plot appeals to you, but I think it’s also a good idea to be aware of the book’s criticisms. I am still planning on reading the sequel when it comes out, but I will likely read it with a more critical eye than I did this book.
If the idea of teenagers viciously murdering each other does not sound like fun reading, this may not be the book for you, but if you like action, excitement, drama, and suspense, I really recommend this book. I swear, I couldn’t put it down!
