okay, this was really something. As a phlebotomist myself, I really appreciated the research that went into this, though Willa is like 100x more experienced than me. There is no way I could ever attempt a vein-to-vein transfusion, though it sounds very cool. The definitions at the start of every chapter were so fun, especially since they correlated so well with my pathology class this semester; it was like studying, but a lot more entertaining.

The whole concept of this book is very unique from other dystopians I've read, and I really enjoyed it. It definitely took a lot of turns I wasn't expecting, and there are parts of this book that are a little disturbing and made me nauseous, and that's coming from someone who deals with blood for a living.

Spoiler

I'm just not a fan of drinking it, is all I'll say

There were some descriptions that went over my head, though considering this is sci-fi/dystopian, that tends to happen. The last bit of the book, so much happened all at once. The ending definitely had me on the edge of my seat. I'm curious to see if we'll get a sequel. I imagine it'll be bloodier than this one if we do.

Thank you to Angry Robot Books for sending me a finished copy for review! 3.5/5 stars