It’s been awhile since I’ve stepped into the Shadowhunter world. There have been several additions during my absence, one of which being this book. I’ve loved all the glimpses into Alec and Magnus’ relationship, adding to the atmosphere of the events of the book instead of detracting from. Every page was a ‘page turner’, each interaction fresh and humorous regardless of how often these characters have been in the same situations. This is a 10/10 recommendation to read this book - I doubt you’ll give it any less too! I hadn’t heard of the Elder Curses series at all before a couple of weeks ago. Now I’m doing my best to not go insane while waiting for the next book!

I’m giving it 4 stars because I can’t help loving Alec and Magnus, but some of the writing seemed a little lazy. Also some of the things the characters said felt out of character.

I have always adored Alec and Magnus’s love story. It’s so real and complex. I love that they are challenging bigoted beliefs and raising a family together. I like getting to have another story with some of my all-time favorite characters. That being said.... this one just didn’t do it for me. The storyline was okay, but everything just seemed flat. There wasn’t that deep emotional connection that I usually feel when reading a Cassandra Clare book. It just lacked the oomph I’ve become accustomed to. It seemed like this was the book that just filled space, like it got major plot lines out of the way and that was the only purpose it served. Did I hate it? No. Did I absolutely love it? Also no. This was surprisingly mediocre for me in terms of enjoyment. I still plan on continuing the series when the next book comes out, but I hope that it’s got more of that Clare drama and depth.