The Mime Order by Samantha Shannon
My Rating: ★★★★
The Mime Order picks up right where The Bone Season left off. Like the series opener, this installment is a slow burn. However, the slow pace is worth it because the world building continues as we follow Paige's struggles. She sees the world that she fought so hard to return to differently now that her eyes are open. It's a dark and oppressed world full of lies, hidden agendas, and two-faced people sitting out in the open. One wrong move can end in death, especially for Paige since she's now on the most wanted list. It really allowed us the time to fully understand what Paige is facing at every turn.
It was interesting to get more detail about some of the characters we know from the previous novel, such as Jax and the various big players of the syndicate. Learning the history of The Rephiam as Warden knows it is fascinating, and I'm sure it will play a big part as the series continues. Learning the politics of the syndicate was also interesting, especially as we begin to see how deep the corruption has seeped. The slow pace might be something that won't pull everyone in, but it allows us to see what Paige and company will be facing as they become immersed in the war. The story becomes fast paced toward the end, and we see how Paige's decisions come back to bite her. I enjoyed getting to know all of the characters, new and old, every step of the way. I can't wait for the third installment!
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