A review by natashaleighton_
Long Live Evil by Sarah Rees Brennan

adventurous dark emotional funny tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Like the perfect blend of The Shadows Between Us and My Next Life As A Villainess: All Roads Leads To Doom; Sarah Rees Brennan’s Long Live Evil was a fun (and whimsically villainous) romp of a read, that I absolutely devoured! 

After reading soo many tension filled fantasy novels lately, this was definitely a bit of a palate cleanser that I think will be perfect for anyone looking for a pacey, humorous story that doesn’t take itself too seriously. 

If you love portal fantasys or morally grey, self aware protagonists (full of depth and substance) who don’t mind being cast as the villain, then you really won’t want to pass up the chance to read this! 

Our MC, Rae, was such a delight to explore and I couldn’t help but root for all of her dastardly plans to succeed. And Key?! I absolutely adored him—even at his worst. As, despite his murderous tendencies, his respect and devotion for Rae was unapologetically swoon-worthy. 

The found family-esque group of misfits she assembles were really endearing too, (the Golden Cobra especially) and after THAT ending, I cannot wait to see where the sequel (please let there be a sequel!) will take us.

Though, as always, do check the TWs first. 
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