A review by charmel
Vicious Spirits by Kat Cho

adventurous challenging dark fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

2.75

 I expected to enjoy this book more than the first one because of the positive reviews I've read. Unfortunately, this seemed a bit more dragged and messy and it fell flat for me. I love the characters but sometimes I wished this second book didn't happen. 


“You can’t control everyone around you,” Junu said. “No matter how much you might want to.” 


Vicious Spirits picked up where Wicked Fox left. Jihoon, Miyoung, and their friends are still in trouble. The events after the first book have welcomed a new lurking danger. And in this book, we got to know Somin and Junu more as we read from their POVs. 

I got to admit, the blurb honestly sounds interesting. But sadly, it didn't leave an impression on me. The plot was dragged. The pacing from time to time was off. It felt like it was just events after events happening and the author tried hard to put a lot of stuff. 

The characters got better in this book. There was a good character development from Miyoung and Jihoon, although i felt sorry for them because they've been through so much *supernatural* things. poor them. I also got to know Junu and Somin, i liked them but they couldn't top Jihoon and Miyoung. 


“You need someone who'll stand in the rain with you and face the storm.” 


The world-building here was richer, there were lots of supernatural creatures from Korean mythology and a lot of yummy foods mentioned that i luv (including tteokbokki!!) for the nth time, i will never shut up how this book is like a kdrama. 

In conclusion, The Wicked Fox duology is worth reading.