This book was hard for me to finish, just like the first one was hard for me to finish. I wanted to like these books, I really did but I just couldn't get into the writing. one minute you're here and the next second you're somewhere else with no explanation. I cant get into book that leave gaps in my imagination and no explanation of what's going on. I know its a popular series and a lot of people love it and I could also recommend it to people but it just wasn't for me.

I ended up listening to the audiobook for this book after I saw that the third one was coming out! This one was just as captivating as the first.

I picked this up because, even though it wasn't a favorite, there was still something that made me like the first book. Yet, I just couldn't finish this one. I wanted to - redemption is a favorite trope / theme of mine - but, at the same time, the spark was missing. I wish the author all the luck in future books though!

I loved returning to the world Chokshi created in THE GILDED WOLVES. The author's ability to transport her readers into the world she creates is remarkable.

I am convinced that everything this author touches will turn to gold. I don’t even think before making my purchases of her new books because they always blow my mind away and this book is no exception. I laughed, cried and felt so many emotions through this book. I love how every character of this ragtag group is equally as important and the others. I don’t consider any of them side characters and enjoy every perspective I get to read from.

I might be completely confused after reading The Gilded Wolves (I was never one for puzzles), but the mystery and danger of the world and my love for the cast Roshani Chokshi introduces in the first book was enough for me to pick up its sequel, The Silvered Serpents.

The sequel to The Gilded Wolves trilogy brings us back to 19th century France, with the group (Severin, Laila, Zofia, Enrique) recovering from their loss despite knocking down the Fallen House a few pegs. The family bond and close relationships they’ve formed with each other continue to be a strong asset of the series, with Laila’s love for baking, Enrique’s love for food and rambling passionately about history, and Zofia’s love for creating various inventions. There’s the added addition of Hypnos who inserts himself into the group just wanting to find a place that will accept him for who he is and has become just as lovable (although dramatic and almost always with a flourish).

While the others are ready to move on with their lives (and Hypnos trying to fit in), Severin hasn’t recovered from the loss, being hit the hardest. And the little taste of power from the Fallen House during his encounter with them in book one is just enough for him to pursue a lead for an artifact that could grant the power of God and (hopefully) solve of all of their problems. He’s a jerk (even more so in the terribly bland narration of the audiobook for his chapters), and circles around the idea of being Godlike while also distancing himself from the others. But he’s someone who falls between the lines of hero and villain depending on which character you ask, and you never know which side he falls on. Severin believes he’s heading towards the goal of giving him and everyone else a better life with his actions and choices, but is he really?

Chokshi’s writing is gorgeous, with beautiful prose worthy of being highlighted throughout as the crew ventures into Russia, following a trail of riddles, secrets, and unsolved murders. It’s just as much adventure as the first one, with the book exploring what one would do to protect the ones they care about, especially for Severin. After the events of The Gilded Wolves, his need to protect everyone else is emphasized even more so, leading him to make decisions throughout the sequel that could potentially create a rift in his relationship with them and ones we won’t see until the final book, The Bronzed Beasts.

While the ending is memorable, I personally felt the rest of the novel was there for the sake of fleshing out the characters more and building up anticipation for the third book than building out the world further. Regardless, The Silvered Serpents is a solid sequel to The Gilded Wolves, and much like my feelings with the first novel, it’ll be my love for the characters that’ll have me picking up the final book along with wanting a sense of closure.

This is much better than the first one, also probably due in part because we know (and maybe like) these characters so much better than in The Gilded Wolves. It's funny because individually I don't love many of these characters but I like how they are as a group and as a found family. That's the good stuff.

Still don't care for the romances, even more so in this book than in the first.

Sometimes a little purple but overall, really good prose throughout, but I find personally that the writing gets a little confusing when describing certain things, mostly action scenes.

I very much enjoyed The GIlded Wolves and was excited to read the sequel. This book encompasses what a sequel SHOULD be. The story and characters progress nicely and are developed well, AND we get to learn more about the characters we know and love. Severin was a little too much of a Negative Nancy for me at times but then I forgot all about that as the story went on. I waited WAY too long to read this - college kicked my butt, but I am so glad I did!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for my ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Roshani Chokshi writes in a beautiful prose that draws you in and makes it so that you're barely looking at how much you have left of the book or how much you've already read - it's all about the journey to supplement the ultimate end.

I continued to love Zofia, Hypnos and Enrique. Their characters intrigue me to no end and I love how they're written. Unfortunately I'm still not fully committed to Laila & Severin, which I think is a big issue with ultimate enjoyment of this series as they're an integral piece of the recipe. It's like not liking apples but baking an apple pie.

A beautifully written sequel to THE GILDED WOLVES, the cover alone is enough to make you pick this book up to add to your TBR pile. The first book introduced us to a cast of characters so rich and well developed, we grieved along with them when Tristan died. The community and scenery is a visual feast of your mind's eye.
As the remaining characters search for a relic to give them immeasurable powers, they will take the journey to test their loyalities and strengths. Everything about this book pulls you into the story and keeps you there. A wonderful journey through this story until we come to the next one.

Another amazing tale by RC! I love these characters and the messes they get themselves into so much! This novel was a bit more predictable than the first but I still truly loved it from start to finish. It ended on quite the cliffhanger so I can’t wait to grab my copy of the last book! Thank you netgalley for my copy!

Gosh dang it Chokshi can write!!! She knows how to craft a story that has me in the edge of my chair and can ripe my heart out.

I really honestly couldn't say why I waited so long to read this book. I tried several times. Usually when that happens, the book in question blows me away. This time? Not so much. I found this whole story to be tedious. I understand that every character was affected deeply by the death of Trista, Severin especially, but I really feel like everyone spent more time trying to come to terms with their grief rather than moving the plot forward. The plot itself felt very stagnant and honestly, I don't think anything really happened until the last quarter of the book. The first book was so gripping and riveting with planning for the heist, being introduced to the characters, and the heist itself, and this book just seem like it dithered in one spot for so long. It definitely suffered from the curse of the 2nd book in the series and truly, the ending is the only reason why I'll even be continuing on with this trilogy. The ending and all the characters save Severin, cause screw him. I loved him so much in the first book and I completely understand the 180 in his personality since his brother was killed, but homie is definitely giving off the mindset of an abuser. 'I'm doing this for you.' 'I only hurt you because I love you.' Miss me with that, please and thank you.

Listen.....this writing is phenomenal! And the characters?! The sequel to The Gilded Wolves does NOT disappoint. Now back to the writing....Roshani Chokshi's writing and word choice is one of those gems that is incomparable. PHENOMENAL! Each character is so different and honestly it shows in its writing. I cannot wait to read the final book to this trilogy.

This is how a sequel should be done it builds so easily from the first book, the characters were positively my favorite. What an adventure.

I liked this book just fine - but it's a SLLLLLOOOOWWWWW build into what I think will be a great series over all. It is a typical YA second book in a series though. Lots of building the plot for later books, but otherwise enjoyable for what it is. I finished it because I really enjoy the way the author writes and tells her stories - and because I was supposed to review it. The tone and time period were done really well, just the pacing was a bit slow for my taste. I will most likely read book 3 when it comes out.

I finally got around to reading this book which is book 2 in this particular series! I honestly wasn't expecting much out of this book as this author is hit or miss for me but, it blew my mind! I was so excited to know that a third book is coming out in a couple weeks and I was very tempted to get a copy. I highly recommend this series to anyone who enjoys fantasy.

This series is fantastic and I love the complexity of the characters and the setting. I was captured by the first book in these series and this one did not disappoint.

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC to review.

I didn’t like this one as much as The Gilded Wolves, but that doesn't mean it wasn't a good read. The characters were lovely and the world-building and atmosphere are phenomenal. This sequel was stellar and I'm so glad I got to read this!

I cannot believe that I waited so long to read The Gilded Wolves series by Roshani Chokshi! The first book, The Gilded Wolves, had been on my TBR for a while before I finally started it, and once I did so, I was kicking myself for not having started it sooner! Once I finished the first book, I immediately made plans to start The Silvered Serpents right away, and I’m so glad I did!

I always enjoy Roshani’s books whenever I read them. The first series I read by her was The Star-Touched Queen series, and then after that, The Pandava Quartet, which happens to be one of my most favorite middle-grade series. I will definitely be adding The Gilded Wolves to my list of favorites as well!

Since I didn’t write a review for the first book, let me assure you that I did enjoy it. The characters and the storyline were really great, and while the ending was a bit of a shock, it was still an all-around great read. I very much enjoyed it.

The Silvered Serpents picks up not long after where The Gilded Wolves leaves off and takes you on another great adventure full of twists that you probably won’t see coming, and so much going on that you won’t know what to expect next ... at least I didn’t! The book ends in a way that will leave you dying to get your hands on the third book, The Bronzed Beast, and I will be patiently waiting for it to release in September!

Oh, can I also say that I love so many of the characters in this series? They are all so great, and all for different reasons, and I adore them all. I can’t wait to see what’s next for them in the next book!

Overall; The Silvered Serpents was a fantastic sequel to The Gilded Wolves! I really wish that I had started this series sooner, but I absolutely can’t wait to get my hands on the next book coming soon … it’s going to be a most anticipated read for me for sure!