thoroughly consumed by the plot and pace of this book. it was so much darker than i thought it would be, which i appreciated; you get to see the toll the first book has taken on pip, her relationships and the people around her and in town. the fact that it doesn't continue with a nancy drew vibe and takes the mystery seriously is what had me itching to pick up the book every time i put it down. the last few chapters were riveting and surprisingly really emotional. i'm really excited to see this book adapted in the next season!