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annettebooksofhopeanddreams's review
3.0
I read the first book when it was released and it's been a while. I have to admit that looking back on it, the book didn't leave that much of an impression, but Laure was very helpful and added a lot of reminders helping me to regain all my memories of the first book. And I needed them. Especially because a lot happened in the finale of the first book and the details were all of a sudden getting important in the investigation and chase.
I don't know if it's simply because this wasn't the right moment to read this book or because I was tired and had some issues concentrating, but I had a hard time really enjoying this book. And although I'm absolutely willing to put the blame on me, there is a part of me thinking that the book is to blame too. Mostly because the book seems to suffer from the famous middle book syndrome: Not that much is happening, apart from getting our character from the end of the first book to start of the third.
Our heroine needs this book to learn everything there is to learn and to eventually make the right decision. Or the wrong one, depending on how you look at things. I have to admit that the amount of information, and especially the fact that loads of stories contradict each other a little, is quite overwhelming at times and it doesn't help to really get into the story. There was not much action and yet there was still a little too much going on.
Just like I really missed the characters we've grown to love so much in the first book. Don't get me wrong, our heroine and her partner in crime are amazing people to read about, but I did miss James, I did miss linking all those storylines to the villains we eventually get to know, I did miss the Disneyvillain vibe. The finale of the book, which wasn't that action packed either, promises a lot of that in the next book though, so I'm excited!
I don't know if it's simply because this wasn't the right moment to read this book or because I was tired and had some issues concentrating, but I had a hard time really enjoying this book. And although I'm absolutely willing to put the blame on me, there is a part of me thinking that the book is to blame too. Mostly because the book seems to suffer from the famous middle book syndrome: Not that much is happening, apart from getting our character from the end of the first book to start of the third.
Our heroine needs this book to learn everything there is to learn and to eventually make the right decision. Or the wrong one, depending on how you look at things. I have to admit that the amount of information, and especially the fact that loads of stories contradict each other a little, is quite overwhelming at times and it doesn't help to really get into the story. There was not much action and yet there was still a little too much going on.
Just like I really missed the characters we've grown to love so much in the first book. Don't get me wrong, our heroine and her partner in crime are amazing people to read about, but I did miss James, I did miss linking all those storylines to the villains we eventually get to know, I did miss the Disneyvillain vibe. The finale of the book, which wasn't that action packed either, promises a lot of that in the next book though, so I'm excited!
jdalton's review
5.0
Thank you Netgalley and Disney Publishing for a review copy of this book.
I found this second book in the City of Villains series to be stronger than the first. It's still got the mystery aspect mixed with Disney characters, but the world has already been built, so getting into the story doesn't take as long.
I like too how this story is different than other "modern" settings with the Disney Villains. It's not just a rehash of the Descendents series or Once Upon A Time. It's telling it's own unique story and I think that really is it's strength.
This book isn't the end of the series, so I'm excited to see where Estelle Laure takes it next.
I found this second book in the City of Villains series to be stronger than the first. It's still got the mystery aspect mixed with Disney characters, but the world has already been built, so getting into the story doesn't take as long.
I like too how this story is different than other "modern" settings with the Disney Villains. It's not just a rehash of the Descendents series or Once Upon A Time. It's telling it's own unique story and I think that really is it's strength.
This book isn't the end of the series, so I'm excited to see where Estelle Laure takes it next.
catherinereads05's review
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
darkdiamond8989's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
It was really good. Loved it! Definitely need to read more in the series.
emilydoty's review
4.0
This the second book in the series and picks up right where the first one ended. Mary Elizabeth still is trying to find her friends while struggling with this new revelation that nothing is what it seems. While this book doesn't have the same fast-pace action as the first, it does have the fallout and consequences of the battle that ended the first book. Mary Elizabeth still is struggling with her own identity and must decide what is best for her rather than what people tell her is best for her. I am excited to see what happens in the next book.
epilieaspiechick's review
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
My full review can be found on the Epilie Aspie Chick blog!
Mary Elizabeth has a fight on two fronts in the sequel: she's fighting the battle within herself with this voice in her head and she's fighting the battle to prove her friends (aka the escaped villains) aren't the true bad guys. By the end of the book, you get an answer to both of those fights that continues the story.
Mary Elizabeth has a fight on two fronts in the sequel: she's fighting the battle within herself with this voice in her head and she's fighting the battle to prove her friends (aka the escaped villains) aren't the true bad guys. By the end of the book, you get an answer to both of those fights that continues the story.
allison_on_a_book_break's review
adventurous
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
emilyyjjean's review
adventurous
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Another great book in the series! I loved the continuation of this storyline. It picks up right where the first book left off, and it just keeps on going. I can’t wait to read more! Like the last book, I just really love this villain origin storyline; it’s pretty unique.