Books Awarded a Goodreads Choice Award.
I’ve had a love-hate relationship with this book much like Hawk and Poppy. This isn’t my initial encounter with the story, nor will it be the final one. There’s an inexplicable allure in From Blood and Ash that continues to draw me in. I’d wager it’s largely due to the conclusion…
Everyone has that one author whose books they avidly collect. The author for whom they would brave the cold rain to secure an advanced signed copy – or perhaps that’s just me? In my case, Leigh Bardugo fits this role for me. I had the incredible chance to meet her, and yes, I must admit, it felt like a small part of me died from excitement. “Ninth House” marked a striking departure from her previous works, making it an exceptional standout in her bibliography. This distinction held true until the recent release of the sequel, “Hellbent,” which has once again redefined her oeuvre. Returning to the hallowed halls of Yale University alongside Alex Stern, I prepared to plunge into the depths of “Hellbent.” Let’s discuss my thoughts on my recent reread.
I have to start off by saying I really wanted to like this book, and in all fairness I gave this book a solid shot..