I really enjoyed the first book in the Chronicles of a Reluctant Necromancer series, Ward Against Death. I liked Ward Against Darkness too but it fell short of the first book for me. The first book was fast paced and action packed while still being super detailed. This book was just as detailed and deliberate as the first book, which I loved, but it lost the fast pace that I enjoyed so much in the first book. I still liked Ward Against darkness. I thought it was a good linking book for the middle of a series. It set up the third book nicely, I just thought it dragged a bit in some parts.

Ward Against Darkness picks up right where Ward Against Death left off, with Celia and Ward still on the run. Most of Ward Against Darkness deals with finding out more about the incestoriari and necromancers. I liked finding out more about what exactly Celia might be and I enjoyed watching Ward see just what his powers are and could be. His potential is huge!

Another great aspect of this story was the interaction between Ward and Celia. They started opening up more towards each other and I loved that. I really liked seeing the two of them admit that maybe they do have feelings for the other. Celia had her jealous moments and it was interesting to say the least. I really like the idea of the two of them together. They are such a unique pair. But they move just as slowly as ever. It was realistic but also kind of frustrating at times. haha!

I think the next book is set up perfectly and I can't wait to read it. I think I am going to love the third book just as much as I loved the second one. I know that may seem strange given that I thought this book was a little slow, but I think this was a bridge the gap book. It is something that I have noticed sometimes in middle of the series books. But I think this is a compelling urban fantasy/paranormal series, and I think fans of the first book will like learning more about necromancers in Ward Against Death. I just hope the next book picks up the pace a bit in the romance department because I love these characters so much and I just want to see them together!