Poison Study

2018 re-read
Love this book pretty much the same as when I first read it. Funny how it has been almost 2 years since I read this! Unbelievable... I can't remember what I got sidetracked with which led me to forgetting to read the rest of this series. This time I will finish it all!

Also, I'm pretty sure Yelena is 19 not 18 like I said before. I'm still confused on ages, but still LOVE how the romance is done <3

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2016 original review:

Oh my goodness YES!

I've read a few books this year by Maria V. Snyder and with each book I love her more and MORE. This book has succeeded in putting her on my favorite authors list. While this book isn't a favorite it is so close to being there. With the next few books in the series maybe it will make it there.

There is threat of death, character growth, magic, some character diversity (transgender), and good mix of characters. Oh! Also, the romance isn't shoved into the reader's face. I thought it was subtle but, enough that I giggled and smiled at the development of feelings. I SHIP IT! although I wasn't sure of anyone's age so... besides Yelena who is 18 I don't actually know anyone's age... I know Valek, the Commander, etc. So, it made it a little difficult in figuring out what people looked like or age gaps in the romance. I honestly wasn't even sure they could be together.... I just assumed... anyhow I'm still not sure how I really feel.

I'm excited to learn more about the magic in the next book. I think it will be a great development and interesting to figure out. I want more rules haha.

I really enjoyed the story. While it was a bit obvious what was going on, it was obvious to certain characters but, like me they are unsure of the specifics so, it was fun to read.

Yelena!! She is great. I just wanted to mention one more time that I'm excited to see how much she will grow and which paths she will take :)

I definitely recommend this to fans of YA and fantasy. Leaving it vague because I think more people should check it out ^_^