A Shadow in the Ember

Sera is decidedly more petulant and annoying than Poppy, but outside of that they are interchangeable. I was really excited about this book before reading it. I love the Blood and Ash series, but I wanted more contrast between the two storylines. At this point I feel like I'm just being picky, but I'll keep reading this series as the books come out.

Reread for the upcoming release of “A light in the Flame”.I have conflicting feelings regarding this book. I think Jennifer has been growing as an author and this book, as well as [b:The War of Two Queens 57815107 The War of Two Queens (Blood and Ash, #4) Jennifer L. Armentrout https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1635174962l/57815107.SY75.jpg 90566101] shows that, especially in terms of world building and writing style.However, the story (and banter) felt too similar with [b:From Blood and Ash 52831200 From Blood and Ash (Blood and Ash, #1) Jennifer L. Armentrout https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1585598504l/52831200.SX50.jpg 78982151] which made it not only very predictable, as not as fun to read as it should have been. The book felt too long and repetitive, and I was bored until close to the 60%-70% mark. After that, the story picks up and we get a lot of action and new information, as well as a cliff-hanger which leaves us wanting the sequel.I did love Nyktos and I'm expectantly waiting for Ash's return. I believe the second book has a lot of potential and I'm patiently waiting for its release.