The romance was good and I think Anatomy would of been find as on its own as a stand alone but I still did enjoy Immortality where it portrayed Hazel's journey and I love the complexity of the story

It’s funny that this series puts such an emphasis on it being a love story when that’s the least interesting thing in these books. I was let down by the romance in the second book just as much as in the first one.
But that is where the disappointment ends, because everything else is perfect. The characters, the plot, the setting, everything besides the romance makes these books absolutely brilliant and so worth reading.
Immortality was even better than Anatomy, in my opinion. Hazel is one of the strongest, most interesting characters I have come across and I adore her. I also loved the way actual history and fiction were woven together to create this story, it made it all so much more intriguing.

Despite the lacking love story, I highly recommend this series.

Thank you St. Martin’s Press and Netgalley for an advanced readers copy to Immortality.
While I enjoyed the first book, the second book fell a little flat for me. I think Anatomy would have been fine as a stand-alone as the second book didn’t really expand or develop the characters or the story.
Although the title says it’s a romance I didn’t really believe or fall for the romance between Hazel and Jack. I think I would have liked this book a lot more without the romance and without Jack. I just don’t think he added anything to the story or to Hazels character.
Overall this is a fun historical YA!

This was a great sequel! I love where this series is going! Had such a fun time reading it! Highly recommend!

This was a fun ride! Imagine you're a young aspiring female doctor in the late 1700s, when women were not allowed to enter medical school, dressing up as a man and sneaking in, and then uncovering a formula that will make you immortal. Let the unforeseen consequences begin! This book has everything: gothic vibes galore, lost loves, new flirtations, secret societies, and royal scandals. It reminded me a bit of 'The Lost Apothecary', women practicing medicine in secret to better themselves and others.

Hazel Sinnett is a young 20 something living in Scotland and practicing medicine on the poor and needy, some who can pay and some who cannot. She has some formal medical training, and is writing a treatise on human anatomy that she hopes someday to turn into a book. Her reputation precedes her and she is soon plucked from obscurity to cure Princess Charlotte from an 'incurable disease', which turns out to be a broken heart. Once a part of the Royal circuit, she is soon invited to a secret society that is made up of intellectual equals that have a big secret of their own. Without giving anything away, Hazel is a plucky heroine, always finding her way out of desperate situations often risking her reputation and life in the process. Everyone's' story is tied up nicely in the end with some sweet revenge on one of the main villains. This is the sequel to the author's prior book, 'Anatomy: A Love Story. I didn't read that, but there were enough references to the ending that I was able to infer where the story left off. Very entertaining and could definitely see a 3rd book to complete the trilogy.

Having read Anatomy some time ago, I wasn't sure I would remember details enough to really enjoy 'Immortality'. I looked at a synopsis and my review of Anatomy and the story did indeed come back to me and I did enjoy 'Immortality' immensely. The story does blur into the lines of science fiction, which I generally don't read, but Hazel's adventures as a woman surgeon when women weren't surgeons kept me interested. I was also interested to read about the fictional Roman fever (and the Alpine Blood Disorder), as particularly the Roman fever sounded very believable. I could also almost believe 'The Companions to the Death Society' existed in the early 1800s in Scotland if only for political reasons, until I found out the Society's true roots. I suppose the ending was predictable but it just left me hoping there is more of the story to come. I recommend you get a copy and read this when it goes on sale. If you haven't read Anatomy then definitely read that first. You won't be sorry! Thanks to NetGalley and Wednesday books for getting this ARC in my hands.

Thanks to Wednesday Books and Netgalley for the eARC!

This book is the sequel to the heartbreaking "Anatomy" and it is everything I wanted and then some.

After receiving the mysterious mail from the end of the last book Hazel is trying to put her life back together. Unfortunately, she's falsely accused of murder and sentenced to death. This happens in the first quarter of the book!

Thankfully, Hazel is rescued and charged with healing Princess Charlotte, who was mentioned in the first book.

I loved the twists and turns and the romance hits all the right spots.

Thank you NetGalley, St Martin's Press and Dana Schwartz for the copy of this book exchange for an honest review.

Like the first book, this one was very easy to read, and had great pacing. I'm said to see this story end, but look forward to more by this author.

Absolutely adored this book. I loved the stronger combination of science and magic in this book and appreciate that the love triangle was just the right amount of love. I did catch a few typos in the ARC which I was a little surprised by, but overall a great ending to this story- I can't wait to see what Dana Schwartz writes next.

A great send off for Hazel Sinnett, 4 stars. Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for an eARC in exchange for an honest review.

Picking up where Anatomy left off, Hazel Sinnett is practicing medicine in Scotland when she finds herself in trouble with the law after helping a stranger. Her only way out comes in the form of a medical mystery plaguing Princess Charlotte of England. Shipped off in hopes of avoiding jail time, Hazel does her best to not only help the princess, but navigate the courts of England. Will she be able to properly diagnose the princess, or will this medical mystery get the best of Hazel? And when a secret society taps Hazel for help will she accept, even if it goes against her given directive?

Hazel is one of those character you can't ever be mad at. She is outspoken and well-spoken, a great medical practitioner as well as fantastically charismatic, and eager to learn everything she can about a certain elixir that she gave a handsome grave robber in her previous adventure. I love how the author makes her story so well rounded that it has something to appeal to every reader, not just those who like mysteries or romance. The pacing in this novel is even better than the first, and the supporting cast feels more rounded than the first. My one gripe is that the ending felt a rushed, I wish we got more about what happens in the society after Hazel's story concludes, but it's not their story.

4 stars and a proper send off for Hazel and co. I recommend this story to lovers of women who don't fit their mold, mystery lovers, and those who enjoy a will they/won't they romance. Age recommended for readers 14+ as with medicine it can be a slight bit graphic, but nothing unsettling.

Hazel, despite not completing her time at the surgeon's academy, is a doctor and a highly competent one. She treats all who come to her, rich or poor. When one of her patients gets Hazel in trouble with the law, she's set on a path that will take her all the way to the King of England.

I hadn't expected a continuation of Hazel's story; the ending for Anatomy: A Love Story was just *chef's kiss*. However, I really enjoyed it and gave it the same rating as I did the first. It's a pleasure to see Hazel operating confidently in her selected field and flouting gender norms right and left. Seeing some additional historical figures was another unexpected delight— a sort of carnival mirror crossover with the author's podcast Noble Blood.

And art on the book covers is just extraordinary.

This ARC was provided to me digitally from St. Martin’s Press and NetGalley. Thank you very much for the opportunity to preview and review.

After reading Anatomy: A Love Story—my first book by Dana Schwartz—earlier this year, I was beyond thrilled to have the opportunity to read the second installment to this series.

The main character, Hazel Sinnett, is exactly as we remember: brilliant, unique and independent. I was pleased to discover that although Hazel underwent additional character development in this book, her character remained perfectly consistent with that of the first book. I never quite related to her on a personal level, but she is an admirable character and I enjoyed following her journey and experiencing her accomplishments alongside her.
After the first book, we are left wondering about Jack Currer, Hazel’s love interest. His story unravels quite nicely throughout the second half of the book, and Hazel is forced to make many difficult decisions for herself. Does she value her own well-being over the well-being of others around her? Does she trust herself and her intelligence enough to be willing to make several life-changing decisions?

Overall, I felt that this story lacked some substance and excitement during the first half, but the second half exceeded my expectations. There was lots of action and suspense, and although I do not yet know if there will be another installment of this series, I feel that the ending of this book perfectly sets up for one. This was certainly a quick and engaging read, and I would recommend it to anyone interested in YA science fiction, fantasy, or historical fiction!

Schwartz provides readers with the perfect ending for this duology with IMMORTALITY wrapping up the loose ends left from ANATOMY while also expanding upon the world and Hazel's story. Taking Hazel's world to court with Princess Charlotte and mad King George was a great addition to the overarching plot of Hazel trying to find a place in the world being a woman studying to be a doctor in a society where women didn't have a place within medicine. I need a whole book that focuses on the Companions to the Death!

The ending might be a little too nice and clean, but I didn't mind it. My one complaint is that Hazel (and Jack) read way older than the teenagers they are supposed to be.

Advanced Reader’s Copy provided by NetGalley, St. Martin's Press, and Wednesday Books in exchange for an honest review.

3 stars. I wanted so desperately to like this more, but it didn't expand a lot on the first book for me. If you want more Anatomy, you'll be satisfied, but I wanted a little more depth and exploration. I still love Hazel and Jack, though, and meeting the Lavoisiers was a particular highlight.

Immortality: A Love Story is the perfect sequel to Anatomy: A Love Story by Dana Schwartz.

Immortality continues where Anatomy left off, with Hazel continuing her career practicing medicine and writing her medical book. Some big upsets in her life leads her to London, where she finds herself treating Princess Charlotte’s mysterious illness. Hazel’s adventures in London include a new love interest, a couple of medical mysteries, and an intriguing new group of associates.

Schwartz does a great job at writing for a younger audience while maintaining a story that even adults can enjoy. Hazel is an excellent protagonist and her story in Immortality was engaging and fresh.

I did feel as though the first half of the book was slow. I had a hard time staying interested; however, once I reached the second half, I couldn’t put it down and finished it in a single evening.

Immortality: A Love Story by Dana Schwartz is a gothic YA book that’s rife with historical fiction, Schwartz’s bread and butter, mixed with a healthy dose of magical realism and some fantasy aspects. I thoroughly enjoyed this sequel—it gets 4.5/5 from me.

I loved being back in the world of Anatomy! I was a big fan of the first book, so I was naturally excited to see the progression of the story. Immortality was a quick and easy read that was entertaining, especially for readers who were big fans of Hazel. I loved the addition of her second love interest, Simon (who I will gladly take since Hazel didn't) and her new friends Eliza and Charlotte. The Secret Society of real historical figures was really fun, especially since I studied some of them in a history of women in science and technology class in college! Immortality combined the scientific atmosphere of Anatomy and the court/monarchy politics of London, which was a huge win for me.

However, there is very little that connects Immortality to the original plot, setting, and characters of Anatomy. None of the side characters from Anatomy, such as Iona or Beecham, were in this for more than 10% of the story; most of the side characters in Immortality were introduced in this book. I missed the Gothic setting of Hazel's castle in Scotland even though I did enjoy royal London. If you did not enjoy Anatomy or are satisfied with how it ended, this installment will most likely be unnecessary for you; in all honesty, you could probably skip it unless you want to spend more time with Hazel. While I enjoyed this sequel, I don't know if it was wholly necessary to answer the questions from the end of Anatomy. Most of this book did seem like filler (Jack didn't even appear until 60% of the way through), but because I liked Hazel and her story so much, I still had a good time. The ending also felt rushed, and while my questions were answered, I would have liked to have a little more substance and closure when leaving these beloved characters.

With all that being said, I still loved this book. Schwartz's writing is beautiful but also easy to digest, which is an unbeatable combination in my opinion. I would continue to read books set in this world!

Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for the digital ARC in exchange for an honest review!

4 stars

I loved _Anatomy_, so I could not wait to jump right into this conclusion to the duology, and the only disappointment I have is that it's all over. We need more!!!!!

Hazel, the m.c., is in a transitional state (word to the wise: read the first novel in the duology. It's excellent, but it's also important for really appreciating this m.c. more than just reading this book as a standalone will allow). She goes from one extreme location to another near the start of the novel, and frankly, she's so interesting that I almost don't care where she is. Her assuredness, sense of rebelliousness, and especially her love for what she does (and CAN do) all make her a compelling character whose adventures could really go far beyond even these two great reads.

In addition to an intriguing historical setting and fun-to-read characters, there's some nice work with a variety of social issues. This never feels didactic: just relevant to the characters' and audiences' experiences. It's not surprising (though it remains depressing) that so many of the issues present in this text are still ubiquitous today. I think the target audience will continue to find the connections meaningful and surprisingly familiar to their own experiences.

I have so enjoyed this duology and really look forward to more YA, specifically, from Schwartz!

While i did't really like the first book that much, i was hoping the sequel would be better and promising since the ending of book one left me gasping. But sadly that wasn't the case either.
There are too many plots going on in this book, sometimes making it difficult to keep track of and/or making it difficult to discern which ones are the important ones and which ones are fleeting and just a way to keep the story going.
The idea of immortality and the whole gothic aesthetic behind it is absolutely interesting but the book doesn't make it seem that way. That was the problem with the first book as well.
As for the romance, it failed to spark any interest in me. I didn't care for Hazel and Jack's romance in the first book either and i would have much preferred if the story ended there instead of continuing into a sequel (even though it left loose threads in the end). Maybe if it followed another set of characters it would have been better.
Overall, there were moments that i truly enjoyed in the book, but i wouldn't say it's something that i would want to reread again.

Thank you NetGalley for the e-arc copy of Immortality: a love story in exchange for an honest review!

Good god I just love Hazel Sinnet...

Anatomy: A Love Story itched a part of my brain that made me wish I could give a book six stars. The conclusion of Immortality: A Love Story was, to me, predictable. BUT, it was in the best way. The ending to this book is exactly what I wanted for the characters. The FMC feels like a completely real person that I would like to sit down and have lunch with. Plus we get an added bonus of a beautifully written LGBTQ+ story between two side characters that have more passion for each other than I have seen displayed out of main characters from other books.

I took my time reading this simply because I did not want it to end.

Dana Schwartz, please, never stop writing. You are spectacular at it.

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Let me start by saying how much I love the cover art for this series. From the first time I saw it as a tiny image on my phone, I was impressed with how an anatomical heart was used on the cover. Imagine my surprise when I noticed that that it was a dress forming the heart. Of course after finishing Anatomy, I was a bit disappointed that the ending left of a vague ending for Hazel and Jack. So imagine my surprise when I saw the unique anatomical brain on the cover of the book on NetGalley. Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for allowing me an early copy of this book.

I was so happy to catch up with Hazel again, as I was left wondering if she would ever sit her exam or if she would continue helping others without ever seeing Jack again and seeing an ending to their story. This time we get to follow Hazel on a new adventure to London where her fame has spread as a female surgeon.

One thing I had issues with in the first book was how quickly the romance progressed between Hazel and Jack and the same thing could be said of Simon, the other love interest in this book. I felt like both romances went from 0 to 60 quickly, missing a lot of the lead up to actually falling in love.

But in the end, the conclusion to Hazel’s story was wonderful. It does leave some things up to interpretation and does leave the story open for more books in the future