After putting down the first book, I had to jump straight into the second instalment because who doesn’t love a good cliffhanger, right? This time, we’re back with Evie, our not-so-evil villain (think Disney villain vibes, not full-on dark overlord) and their quirky crew, still trying to outsmart King Benedict. Can’t spill too many secrets here, but just know that this sequel stepped up its game. The pacing? Way smoother. The twists? More “oh woah” moments this time around.  The adventure? Even more engaging. It’s got that quest vibe that kept me reading past my bedtime. 

But let’s talk about the real stars: the characters. Becky, who was giving ‘background extra’ energy in the first book, totally came into her own this time—girl’s got layers, and I’m loving it. And the banter between Evie and the Villain? Pure gold. It’s that slow-burn tension that’s basically torture (in the best way), but this time, they turned up the heat just a bit. Consider me fully invested, and waiting (impatiently) for more!