This maintains the world building, action and romance of the first book. Yet it still reads more like a teen book than an adult given the ages of the characters, the school setting, and the relationship angst.

The good:
I love the dragons and want more of Andarna, and I love the friendships of the squad. I'm so happy the love triangle was dissolved and the story arc for Dain resolved the way it did. There are two new characters that I really liked and want to see more of, and I loved the Archives heist. I really love how the books end with a chapter from Xaden's point of view and cliffhangers that make me eager for the next book.

The not so good:
The angst between Violet and Xaden dragged on too long, including the extended jealous ex plot line, and I don't think the storyline of Violet's mom was as poignant as the author hoped.