When I got to the end of Anatomy, I KNEW there was going to be another one just from the way it ended. I knew that they wouldn’t do us like that. And sure enough, this was announced soon after. But noe that this one is over, I’m a little sad because I don’t like the way this ended either. Not because it was bad, but because she wrapped everything up and there doesn’t need to be another one. It finalized that this was a duology, and I don’t like that lol

Although I did enjoy it, I still don’t think it was as good as the first. For instance, one of the things that really drew me to the first one was the grave robberies. Well it wasn’t in this one at all except once. It wasn’t really needed by them, and I get it, but I would have enjoyed it more. Everything else was still the same. And I really liked that. The writing style, the small mystery, all of it, felt familiar to the first one and I really enjoyed being back in her world. And the historical part. Y’all know I’m usually not a fan, but this one hardly had anything historical in it, so I thought it was ok.

As for the plot, I thought it was actually really enjoyable. I guessed what the princess’ “illness” was before Hazel did lol But everything else that followed was a surprise lol I wish I could have filmed the way my mouth dropped open when all the secrets begin to be revealed. I was not expecting things to go there. (I really need to start looking at the synopsis) It did get a little slow in the middle when she was trying to figure things out, but once it finally got past the hump, it was ok.

The characters were also still good. I was very surprised when Jack wasn’t there tho. I just KNEW from the ending of book one that he would be. But unfortunately, he wasn’t there. But it was ok because there were other new characters. I liked all the new additions. Even the villains.

But for the most part I enjoyed this. I do wish there was going to be another one. I know it said a duology, but I really want another from them. Maybe just from the villain. If you know, you know lol But whatever Dana Schwartz writes, I will give it a shot. If nothing else to be able to report back to my teens and the branch librarians.

Thank you so much to the publisher! This was a fun sequel to anatomy and kept me engaged! Loved being back in this world!

I loved Anatomy by Dana Schwartz, so I was very excited to read the sequel as I was left with so many unanswered questions after the ending of the first book.

Immortality picks up right where Anatomy left off with Hazel dealing with the aftermath of the events that occurred in the first book. The writing was just as compelling and the plot was very entertaining, which made this an easy read. The last 30% of the book had me completely hooked and wanting to know what happened next. I was overall really content with how this book wrapped everything up in the end.

This book is definitely worth reading if you liked Anatomy, as it gives closure to Hazel’s story. However, it was a little underwhelming as it wasn't as great as Anatomy in my opinion.

I was hesitant to hear that Anatomy: A Love Story was going to have a sequel because I thought it ended in a good place, but boy am I happy to be wrong. I really enjoyed this. I liked where the story went and although I didn't necessarily see the purpose of having a mini-love triangle, I can see why it may have been necessary. Like the first book, the atmosphere is everything and I thought the book was well written.

Immortality concludes the Anatomy duology, and I’m so happy I was able to read these two gothic young adult books fairly close together.

Hazel Sinnett has faced off with Dr. Beecham, who has disappeared. She knows her beloved Jack has been hanged, Beecham’s crimes pinned on the lowly resurrection man. Her heart is broken, but life has to move on. So she is staying busy treating sick and injured people in Edinburgh, most often the poor.

Then after she saves one woman’s life, she ends up in prison and is facing hanging herself. Fortunately, at the last minute she is rescued and taken to London. The Prince Regent himself is employing her to diagnose his sick daughter, Princess Charlotte. Hazel’s circumstances and the focus of her work have changed dramatically. She meets a handsome young doctor and is introduced to the brilliant and influential members of a secret club called the Companions to the Death.

Hazel has to use all her skills (medical and etiquette training, persuasion, thinking on her feet) to solve the conundrums that face her. And there’s more at stake than may appear on the surface — the future of the monarchy, the happiness of a couple of people who come to mean a lot to her, even her own future all ride on her stepping carefully.

Immortality is a fine conclusion to Hazel’s story. She is a character who’s a pleasure to be around: she’s smart, determined, ahead of her time, and perfectly happy to flout social norms to pursue her dreams and help others. This book does have some distinctly perilous segments, and some dark threads of the story are kept hanging for a while, but it’s a bit lighter than the first. Hazel gets to keep learning medicine, soaking up readily available information like a sponge. And she gets to be in the company of people who give her a lot to think about. She blossoms even more in this story, in the environment of the finest social circles of London.

But that doesn’t mean she necessarily intends or wants to stay there. That depends on a number of things that happen in the story. I won’t spoil it, though! Suffice it to say I enjoyed it a lot and recommend it. Immortality (and Anatomy) bring together lots of elements I love and do it well: romance, historical fiction, Regency times, medicine, fantasy, and gothic setting and tone. Great stuff.

This was the sequel I needed but was absolutely not expecting. The setting was completely different yes, slightly less gothic, but just as historically interesting to me. The premise was surprising and interesting and I found the new cast of characters enjoyable. Hazel was the same strong FMC we fell in love with before, and seeing her confront a whole new set of circumstances was thrilling.

I'm still thinking about this one a week later. Loved it!

The first book in this duology held me spellbound, and I finished it in one sitting. When I learned another book was coming, I couldn’t wait to get my hands on it.

I missed Hazel. Highly intelligent, determined, ambitious, independent – she’s on my list of favorite female protagonists. In 1817 Edinburgh, Hazel is a surgeon, something unheard of for women in that time period. But she’s never been one to bow to society’s expectations of her. This story begins immediately after the events of Anatomy, and she’s unsure of what happened to Jack and doesn’t even know if he’s alive or dead. Being practical and focused on her work, Hazel continues to treat her patients and write her book. And treating one of her patients gets her thrown into jail. Luckily for her, she’s soon summoned to treat the granddaughter of King George IV of England and is released from prison.

No spoilers here, so I’ll say this novel is just as compelling as the first. A lot is going on at court, not all of it good, and members of a social club Hazel is invited to join may not be what they seem. She also meets Dr. Simon Ferris, who’s treating the king for a mysterious illness. I liked Simon and the way he interacts with Hazel – he respects her as a colleague and her abilities as a surgeon. Her patients come first, and she goes to extreme lengths in this story to prove it.

I can’t go without mentioning both covers in this duology – they’re truly works of art. If you enjoy strong, intelligent female protagonists, historical fantasy, and mysteries, I can’t recommend this series enough.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher through NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

This sequel was disappointing after such a stellar first book. It wasn't as gory or focused. Hazel feels like she doesn't have a goal, and the plot is very unfocused. We have Jack as a potential in the universe and that is in the background, but otherwise she is just wandering around the world bumping into plot lines, but nothing sticks. There isn't anything solid to keep us attached to the plot and it couldn't keep my attention. I really wanted to love this after being so attached to the first book.

3.5 stars - As with the first book, I love the main characters in this book and the charm that Dana Schwartz infuses into her novel. The themes in this one were spot on - and not once did they deter us from the overall narrative but they added to what Schwartz was already bringing forth. I think sometimes sequels to books can lack the charm that made you fall in love with the first book, but as soon as I opened the first page of the book, I fell right back into the world and the writing style. That being said, I had some issues with the way that this novel ended. I think the first book integrated science and immortality in an interesting way that felt mysterious whereas in this one, it felt silly [ (especially with Miss Marie Zombie Lavoisier at the end lol) (hide spoiler)]. It's still a really fast and fun read and I cannot wait to see what Schwartz writes next!

At first I was like- ugh it’s been too long since I read book 1! However, it started coming back to me and I loved every minute of it! The new characters were just as intriguing as our returning characters and each storyline brought something special to the book. If you’ve read book one this is a definite read. If you haven’t read book 1 yet, grab them both and check out this duology!
Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this early in exchange for my honest review

Anatomy:A Love Story was my first 5 star read of 2022. Now, if I had access to this ARC earlier, it definitely would’ve been my first 5 star of 2023. I loved how this picked up right where Anatomy left off. I adore Hazel. And her character development in this story? Perfection! The writing is poetic, real, and immersive. Secret societies, Lord Byron being a pompous ass, and sordid love affairs? Sign me up! I loved it, it’s out of my typical wheelhouse, but I will read anything Dana Schwartz writes. Auto buy author for sure!

I enjoyed this sequel a lot. Thanks for the review copy and I look forward to reading more books by Schwartz

This was so good! It picks up right where the first ends. Beyond creative and imaginative, there were no boring parts. The entire book was good. I'm hoping for a third book!

Thank you netgalley for an earc in exchange for an honest review.

I really enjoyed reading "Immortality: A Love Story." I loved reading from Hazel's perspective and was easily engrossed in the book. It was a perfect sequel and equally as engaging as "Anatomy." I really look forward to reading more of Dana Schwartz's work.

I absolutely loved Anatomy: A Love Story when I read it last year and was curious to see if we would get a followup. While I was excited to pick this up, I was also worried that a sequel might not be necessary/the story might be too similar to the first novel. I am happy to say that I was very wrong!

Immortality has many of the same qualities that I loved about Anatomy, but is a truly unique story. The story picks up shortly after the events of Anatomy and we find Hazel carrying for patients in her home. With the pain of losing Jack still fresh in her heart and her family gone, Hazel finds herself lonely for the first time that she can remember. Hazel finds herself in a sticky situation after saving the life of a patient, and the only way to avoid the gallows is to help uncover the mysterious illness that is plaguing Princess Charlotte.

Following Hazel to London society was a lot of fun and I'm glad for the change of scenery. We still got to see Hazel study medicine, work on her treatise and broaden her mind, but the return to society really fleshed out her character. I especially loved the inclusion of the Companions to the Death! I haven't read much dark academia, but now I'm very interested in picking up more books with secret societies.

While I'm sad this duology is over, I'm also so glad to have been able to spend more time with Hazel. I loved the ending and think it tied the story up nicely. I will definitely continue to recommend this to friends.

Thank you so much to NetGalley and Wednesday Books for a review copy. I can't wait to check out more from this author in the future.

Immortality; a Love Story - Dana Schwartz

Oh, I just loved this book and I wish I could read it again for the first time.

Picking up where Anatomy left off, we find Hazel alone, missing Jack, and wondering if everything that happened over the last year, in the previous instalment, was all in her imagination. Continuing her medical practice seems like the only course of action….until she’s arrested and doomed to prison, of course.

Rescued by an unlikely saviour and tossed into the British court, Hazel’s work not only takes her deeper into the workings of the body but also the political machinations of the British court and those working against the monarchy.

Please don’t expect this to be a historical fiction. There is history, yes BUT there is fantasy and romance woven into the Victorian gothic story. I’m a big fan of that time period, especially when the writing has a bit of that gothic, sherlockian feel. Sign me up. Add in some excellent characters - Hazel is the perfect heroine for this story and the quirky, brilliant social club companions are everything you could hope for in counter characters - and you’ve got me hooked. There’s even a bit of a love triangle that works wonderfully.

This is what I want in a YA Fantasy.

If you read and loved Anatomy, get on this one ASAP.

Thank you to Netgalley and Wednesday books for my e arc of this book for review in exchange for my honest and heartfelt opinions.

Thank you Netgalley for the ARC!
I read this immediately after the upsetting ending to Anatomy..

One point I enjoyed is the connection to Charlotte. Considering how much she was mentioned I had a feeling that she’d become a major plot to the story, which is what happens.

The overall story felt a tad rushed. Although, it’s a good novel to individuals who like literature and history considering how many prominent references there are. It didn’t compare to the first one but was not the worse sequel I have read. I do believe Anatomy should have been a standalone even with the unfortunate ending.

I wasn't really a fan of the first book. But I liked this one a lot better
After hazel finds herself imprisoned for saving a life she finds a s cond chance helping a princess.
Struggling with the loss of Jack she tries to move on

Immortality: A Love Story by Dana Schwartz

This is the second book of The Anatomy Duology. After last year’s events, Hazel Sinnett has continued studying and practicing medicine at her family’s Hawthornden Castle and helping those who need her. But she gets in trouble for helping a woman and she’s arrested. When she thought she’s going to be sentenced to death, she’s summoned by the King and she ends up accepting a job as the personal physician of princess Charlotte, who has been very sick.

When she’s in London, Hazel is invited to join a mysterious social club known as the Companions to the Death formed by notable men and women of the time. So Hazel starts attending formal balls and secret gatherings and she even adds a little romance into her life again.

I enjoyed the second book even more than the first one. I loved the mysterious invitations, the glamour of the court, the secret romances and Hazel’s determination and perseverance.Every single character got the ending they deserved!

I listened to this one and read along. The narrators did a wonderful job! Thank you NetGalley and Wednesday Books for my complimentary audio copy of this very anticipated book.

Schwartz did it again! Immortality: A Love Story is so much fun; perfect for fans of gothic literature, the Regency era, strong female characters, and medical history. The novel opens with the heroine from book one, Hazel, working to exhaustion, helping those requiring medical attention and on her treatise. She is unsure what happened to Jack and whether he survived. Hazel is imprisoned after saving a woman’s life and believes she will rot in her cell. To her surprise, she is whisked away to London to serve as Princess Charlotte’s physician. Hazel becomes involved with the Companions to the Death. There is intrigue, romance, a ball, a plot to kill the king, unattached limbs, mysterious illnesses, and a cute puppy.

On a serious note, the book delves into a woman’s role during the regency era and what happened to women who pushed beyond their cages. Schwartz also explores what it means to love as equals. Her writing is engaging, and she builds complex characters. I was rooting for Simon, but I love how Schwartz tied up the end of the book. It fits better with the fantastical elements of the books (immortality, for one).

Thank you to NetGalley and St. Martin’s Press for the ARC! I look forward to reading Schwartz’s next novel.