Scythe

They have conquered death.
Thus, the first Scythes were born

Citra and Rowan are opposites of characters and I loved following their views as they take on an apprenticeship with a Scythe. But, the droning on and on about the learning was getting to me. I listened to this on high speed on audible which helped.

The strange politics with the Scythes was odd, and wasn't really explained in depth. The villain was the typical revolution madman and it was clear what was going to happen to him.

Also, how the co where'd death etc was left a little underwhelming and also not explained in the depth I wanted. I had questions but, I could let them slide.

However, the tension that lacked through the first half of the book disappeared for the second. Tensions were high but I didn't feel as attached to the outcome as I should be.

It was nicely written, and book 2 I have high hopes for.

3⭐️