This book took me a while to get into, and then another while to get through. The idea of magic related to shadows is SUPER cool to me... Yet the execution somehow felt a bit dull. It ramped up maybe 60-80% of the way through, and then slowed down again

My favorite parts were the characters of Charlie and Posey. Even though Charlie was rough around the edges, I liked that about her! She was resourceful, witty, and loving towards her sister.

A few good things: I was really intrigued by parts of the magic, especially Blights. And the ending left us on a good hook!

Besides that, this book just didn't draw me in as much as I hoped it would.