When I figured out what the second book was titled, I laughed out loud. My boyfriend thought I was crazy. I explained that the first book is titled Carry On and that this new book coming out (pre-ordered of course) is titled Wayward Son. Rainbow is amazing with pop culture references and her title doesn't disappoint. My other first impression of this book is how small it was. It's tiny compared to the first one, and loaded with dialogue. It was an easy read.

I read it in a weekend.

I didn't really think the back-of-the-book description really told us what this book was going to be about. Yes, it's a road trip. The entire book really is set on the road, but it's more than that. Baz gets a chance at discovering who he could be if things were different. Penny and Agatha realize some of their biggest faults as people and magicians. Simon figures out how to use his new-founded fault to the best of his ability. We meet new characters and new creatures. It's a well rounded sequel.

There were moments that were really slow, but I whipped through pages without knowing how much I was reading at other parts. The sequel wasn't as tell-y as the first one was. It was descriptive and it sucked me in more than Carry On did.

Really, that's all there is to say. It was good and it's a must-read if you read the first one. The ending sets up for a third book, too.