i knew this was going to be good, but i didnt expect it to be. The various competitors and their appearances shed light on the other territories in Kell’s world. You can really see how comfortable Victoria becomes with the characters and the parallel London’s. Rye seems to be angry with Kell for linking them. Four months since all of their lives changed. “Because it isn’t soft and sweet and doting?” Rhy rocked back, stretching against the pillar. She broke the rest.”, “Oh yes, your relationship with Miss Bard is positively ordinary. and forget a lot. The captain, Alucard Emery, allows her to take the place of one of his crewmen that she killed. From inside of Holland, Osaron seeks to enter Kell’s body. But one of the competitors is oddly missing. She is getting better. As with the first book, the writing is excellent. One of my favorite parts was when Lila and Kell see each other at the games it leads to one of the funniest parts of the whole book, where Rhy and Alucard see each other and everyone is confused that they all somehow know one another. “It was last night.” These games bring together the best magic users from Arnes and its two neighbouring countries Faro and Vesk. The only new character of note is Alucard. A Gathering of Shadows by VE Schwab . It isn’t fair. He does so to save his world, but in doing so has put more than he realises in danger. } . During her four months at sea, Lila practices magic using the game board Kell gave her. And while Red London is caught up in the pageantry and thrills of the Games, another London is coming back to life. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. If one has an affinity for magic, they should be able to move some of the elements in the box. It leads to a cliffhanger of an ending and then stops. Lila and the captain soon begin meeting up in the evenings so that Alucard can teach her their language and maybe even magic since he seems to be a welder of it. Hopefully, Lila is going to come to his rescue, I’m sure she’ll make it, badass as she is ;). If you haven’t read A Darker Shade of Magic, yet . In many ways, things have almost returned to normal, though Rhy is more sober, and Kell is now plagued by his guilt. Osaron, the magical being inside of Holland, becomes restless and wants to use their power too often and too much. I enjoyed this book, despite the lack of serious conflict. Holland is the new king of White London, and he seems to be making improvements to their world. That's what we are here for! (Be warned: You might want to keep A Conjuring of Light on hand, ready to read.) I wondered where the tension came from up until it was revealed. The pair are sexual/romantic partners, meeting when Rhy was the tender age of 17. ❤❤❤. We’d love your help. Lila has an odd obsession with danger and despite being a novice, has decided to risk competing in the games. ); As well as later on in the book when Kell gets drunk, and Rhy too feels the hangover the next morning. Welcome back. I mean come on. She’s slowly trying to earn the respect of the crew. *screeches and runs to Amazon to order ACoL IMMEDIATELY*, “She bent most of the rules. pronouns: they/them ✨. Schwab Gets First Goodreads Choice Award for 'Vengeful'. Then, she fights her way to the deck, taking down four more. Their support for one another only grows, despite their issues. The fractured self must be a pure vessel for power, spilling power without focus measure from every crack. The characters have depth and while the idea of magic or controlling the elements might not be unique it's well executed. Beware of spoilers for the first book in the synopsis and small mentions of things in this review. I found the second book to be better than the first honestly, it's pacing was a lot better and the tension built all way to the end so that I felt like bursting when I finished the book and it left off where it did. Synopsis: It has been four months since a mysterious obsidian stone fell into Kell’s possession. Two things: But no one knows this as an imposter has cunningly taken his place. The one he wears for the world at large, and the one he wears for those he loves.” He sipped his wine. But after dying and coming back to life in A Darker Shade of Magic, he’s having major psychological issues. He is mysterious and has his own secrets. I’m already absorbed in the final book and anxiously waiting to find out the fate of Red London, Kell, Rhy, Alucard, and Lila!!! window.mc4wp = window.mc4wp || { Change ), I’m del, a 22 -year-old canadian bibliophile (and english major) that loves matcha, music, and films. Four months since his path crossed with Delilah Bard. She easily grows frustrated when her magic doesn’t conjure as quickly as she’d like, and Alucard grabs them both drinks and talks her through being patient and channeling her inner magician. A Gathering of Shadows is an adult fantasy book by V.E. Change ), You are commenting using your Google account. I found the second book to be better than the first honestly, it's pacing was a lot better and the tension built all way to the end so that I felt like bursting when I finished the book and it left off where it did. It was incredible, I felt like I was part of the audience. Three months ago when he was sent into Black London with the black stone by Kell he awoke because a statue creature named Osaron saved him and then joined his body. Post was not sent - check your email addresses! Holland makes a deal with him that he will find a new body for Osaron. But the balance of magic is ever perilous, and for one city to flourish, another London must fall. In White London, Holland has perfected a collar that blocks a person completely from magic. “You tried to seduce me, for information.” Four months since Rhy was wounded and the Dane twins fell, and the stone was cast with Holland’s dying body through the rift, and into Black London. As their relationship develops, Alucard teaches Lila the basics of magic, as he’s a Triad, and therefore can manipulate air, water, and earth. After arriving back in London, Lila learns that Alucard is a royal but his family isn’t very proud of him after he got caught pirating. Book: A Gathering of Shadows (Shades of Magic 2) by V.E. But while they are all enjoying themselves, an unknown danger is brewing. I wondered where the tension came from up until it was revealed. Série : Shades of Magic. Change ), You are commenting using your Google account. Magic itself is chaos. Synopsis: It has been four months since a mysterious obsidian stone fell into Kell’s possession. For me fiction is at its best when it helps me forget myself and both the first book and this one really drew me in so personally I'm in the camp with everyone who loved them. A Gathering of Shadows (ADSOM #2) by V.E. Lila is a unique character but Saints she annoyed me in the end. There are many that would kidnap or kill Kell to overpower their country and now that Kell’s life is Rhy’s the King thinks he must be protected. I’ve seen the way he looks at those he hates.” He shook his head. then what are you waiting for? (Both of water and people.) Four months since his path crossed with Delilah Bard. Goodreads | Bookdepository I won’t provide a synopsis, as that would contain spoilers for the first book in the series, A Darker Shade of Magic. That being said, I have a few issues with this book. Wowowowow. Lila realizes that Kell is one of the competitors. Need a refresher on the first two books in the series before buying the new release? 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Holland has created a new Antari named Ojka that is loyal to him. How was she to know. … However, Rhy is not the only one involved; Alucard, Kell, and Lila all enter as contestants . She quickly finds one of the remaining two. Kell’s couldn’t have known that something so small could have such disastrous consequences. The magician must be calm. The plot of the second part, Prince at Large, was originally going to be used for a short story before. March 30, 2021 They are slow-burning and perfect. With all of the importance hanging over his head, Rhy is the one to organize the games. It is so beautifully written that I wish it was real. Thank you so much for these recaps!!!! ( Log Out / To see what your friends thought of this book. But even with a fun and entertaining story, there is no real climax with the book. We have recaps! Magic and magician must between them balance. #Lightbringer is out a week from today!!! We are Sara & Stacy and we love books! 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