Crown of Midnight is the second book in the Throne of Glass series. Caelena is now the assassin for the king and is navigating her new responsibilities as her story continues. 

This book really builds on the groundwork that the first lays down, and you can already see an improvement in Maas’ writing. Lots of twists I wasn’t expecting and it felt very adventurous. I enjoyed the concept of Wyrdmarks and the lore of the fae, and felt like the story continued to set up additional background while keeping the reader engaged. 

I love the growth we start to see with Caelena and felt like we get a lot more depth from her. I am excited to see how she continues to grow as she comes into her full strength and power. 

I found a certain death to be absolutely heart-wrenching (talk about eating my words..) but because it set off the major turn of events I had a hard time setting the book down in the second half.

I did not see the reveal at the end coming although I had some suspicions. I cannot wait to see how it changes things and moves the story forward! 

Overall an excellent follow up to Throne of Glass and I am excited to start Heir of Fire!!