Siege and Storm is the second book in the Grisha series by Leigh Bardugo. I immediately put this one on request at the library the second I was done with Shadow and Bone. I had heard from multiple bloggers the second book was just as good, or even better than the first.

Likes:

Alina has really grown and is coming into the push-and-pull of power. I really liked the dynamic of the good vs. evil happening inside of her and I am sure in the final book she is going to have to choose who she really wants to do.

Mal, I love this boy so much. He is so strong, but loves Alina for who is really is. He sees her good and wants her to connect with that good. They struggle during the book, which is hard to read, but it is good to see him love her and be there for her.

Strumhound was so funny and his storyline wove really well into the book. I enjoyed his character, even though he challeneged Mal and Alina, it definitely brought this book to life.

There was no middle book syndrome with this second book in the series. It was a full storyline, action-packed and left for you wanting more. I am super excited for Ruin and Rising, which is scheduled to come out June 17th. It will be perfect for a weekend at the lake (baring that we even get summer!!!)

I love the fairy tale-esque story with the amplifers, no spoilers intended, but I am excited to see how that whole situation works out

Gripes:

I hated the Darkling so much after the end of the first book that I really didn’t want to hear any more about him. I guess he is a good villian. I was just frustrated when he kept appearing to Alina.

The Darkling’s mother, I really hope she has more to do with the third book, because she really stucked it up in this one. She risked her life to save Alina and then hides in her cabin all day. Boo!



Favorite Quote:

“I have loved you all my life, Mal,” I whispered through my tears. “There is no end to our story.”

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