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Book one was better👻

⭐️Overall rating:3.5 /5: ⭐️⭐️⭐️💫

I read ninth house last year which was INSANE!! I’m usually not too big into fantasy but I’m trying to get into it. This reminded me of Harry Potter but in Ivy League schools. I’m not usually into these kinds of things, but having just graduated college myself, I think the secret societies of high end schools is pretty cool. Not to mention they have magic, cast spells, can see and hear the dead, and they have to find a way to break into hell to get their friend back. The female main characters are bad asses and do everything in their power to find their friend. I am not going to give too much away but the first book was definitely better because there was more action this book had a lot of backstory that made it drag at some points but if a third novel is made I will definitely pick it up!

#currentlyreading #lemon8challenge #hellbent #leighbardugo #fantasybooks #darkacademia

2024/4/1 Edited to

In Leigh Bardugo's fantasy novel HELL BENT, readers are plunged back into a dark academia setting where secret societies and magic collide. The story continues to delve into paranormal elements that are reminiscent of popular series like Harry Potter, but with a more mature twist. The dynamics of friendship and loyalty are explored deeply as characters navigate chilling experiences, including encounters with the supernatural. Fans of dark academia will appreciate the intricate world-building and the tension between the characters as they attempt to rescue their friend from perilous situations. Additionally, themes of self-discovery and the moral complexities of power are prevalent throughout the narrative, emphasizing the challenges faced by those in elite academic environments. As the series progresses, readers anticipate how these themes will evolve and what new adventures await in potential future installments. Stay tuned for further updates on the series and discussions around similar fantasy stories that capture the essence of magical realism and dark narratives as they relate to existing societal issues.

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