It’s no surprise to say that I devoured this with the same hunger that overcomes me every time I pick up a book by Holly Black. There’s just something so addictive and all-consuming about her prose that makes her stories impossible to put down. I’ve loved everything of hers that I’ve previously read, and I loved Book of Night just as much. I’ve also said this a lot by now, but if you’re like me and also willing to die on the hill that Curse Workers is Black’s strongest YA offering? You want to read Book of Night. The vibes are similar and immaculate and just—YES.

I was instantly drawn into this dark world full of cons and twisted magic and things that go bump in the night. The world-building has Black’s signature stamp—it feels otherworldly and yet so incredibly possible. Which frankly, makes it all the more terrifying. The characters were fantastic and disastrous by equal measure, but still you want to root for them.

And that ending?! I’m sure it’s bound to be divisive among readers, but it’s absolutely going to leave you staring at the wall trying to figure out if what you just read—and what just happened—actually happened. Please tell me there is more to this world, because I need it.

I really enjoyed Book of Night. Here we have a morally gray woman MC, proving just because something is illegal doesn't mean it's wrong. There are flashback sequences that show what her childhood was like, making you understand why she lives a life of crime. I was really able to relate to her and wanted her to break ALL the rules. I found the romance subplot so sweet and the magic system extremely unique. I can't wait for the sequel!

This was an enjoyable realistic fantasy read, based in the real world with some fantastical elements. Included plenty of romance, drama, mystery, and thriller. Despite their short comings the characters were likeable and I wanted to read to the end to find out what happened to them.