Grace and Fury is a tale of sisterhood, female struggle and oppression. It follows two sisters, Serina and Nomi, and the different paths they take in a world where women have little to no choice in how they conduct their lives. I really liked the fact that the book focussed on women and the struggles they faced. It was refreshing to read a story that talked about these struggles without shying away from them. While fictional, it did make me angry. I had heard so many good things from other readers about this book and while I found it enjoyable, I found I could not connect to the characters as much as I would have liked. I think this is because it was very easy to read and I finished it quickly.

Grace and Fury was a little slow to get started but once I was a few chapters in I was completely intrigued. The storyline is really interesting and it doesn't go where you expect. The sisters are thrust into such different environments from their norm it was great to read their development and growth. There are a few twists that you don't expect and intrigue coming from every direction. We have quite a few side characters, all of whom I found interesting. The love interests are exactly what you would expect, and a little predictable, but enjoyable to read about.

There is mention of physical and emotional abuse, captivity, murder and graphic violence. It is told from alternating points of view from the sisters, and I liked that I could tell the difference between the two voices. One of the plot twists (the biggest one) I could see coming from a mile away, and while predictable it was great to read the characters reactions to it. The book ended really well and I would be interested in reading the next and final book in the duology.

If you love a quick YA read with some decent romance, plot twists and rebellion, this book is for you.
Rating: 3 stars.

I should have known that I wouldn’t like this based on the comparison to The Selection. I didn’t get past the first two chapters in that and unfortunately this one feels the same.

I’ve heard amazing things but for me, I couldn’t connect with the plot or characters.

Unfortunately this one just isn’t for me. I adored Red Queen though so maybe if I pick this up again in a couple months I’ll enjoy it more. At the moment though, it’s just not for me