Crooked Kingdom: A Sequel to Six of Crows
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Discover what comes next for Kaz, Jesper, Inej, and Wylan in Crooked Kingdom, the spectacular sequel to Six of Crows—from #1 New York Times-bestselling author, Leigh Bardugo.
When you can’t beat the odds, change the game.
Kaz Brekker and his crew have just pulled off a heist so daring even they didn't think they'd survive. But instead of divvying up a fat reward, they're right back to fighting for their lives. Double-crossed and badly weakened, the crew is low on resources, allies, and hope. As powerful forces from around the world descend on Ketterdam to root out the secrets of the dangerous drug known as jurda parem, old rivals and new enemies emerge to challenge Kaz's cunning and test the team's fragile loyalties. A war will be waged on the city's dark and twisting streets—a battle for revenge and redemption that will decide the fate of the Grisha world.
The Six of Crows Duology
Six of Crows
Crooked Kingdom
Praise for Crooked Kingdom
“Dark, larcenous fun.” —NPR
“Bardugo outdoes herself in this exhilarating follow-up...fans will have their eyes glued to every page.” —Booklist, starred review
“Un-put-down-able excitement from beginning to end.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review
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Readers say *Crooked Kingdom* offers a compelling conclusion to the duology, showcasing deep bonds among its lovable, ragtag crew and strong character...
I really liked this book, especially when taken as the second half of the duology. Bardugo really does a great job at taking your heart and wrapping it around this ragtag little band of lovable misfits. This (and Six of Crows) are my only experience with the Grishaverse, so sometimes I did find the dips into that broader world to be a little bit disorienting and distracting. And I wish there hadn't been quite so much reliance on yet another Kaz Brekker flourish and rug-pull to resolve almost every point of conflict and tension. But in the end, these didn't really impact my overall enjoyment. A very fun and propulsive pair of books!
(crossposted from my Storygraph review)
Who Says Crooks Can’t Be Winners? | Review of ‘Crooked Kingdom’ (Six of Crows #2)
Rivetting until the last moment, Kaz is a character who keeps the reader on their toes, unsuspecting, and at the edge of their seats[...]
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Rivetting until the last moment, Kaz is a character who keeps the reader on their toes, unsuspecting, and at the edge of their seats[...]
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Gah! Another great re-read.
Kaz and his crew do not disappoint yet again. The friendships are the best part of this duology followed by the cunning leader that is Kaz Brekker. He is always two steps ahead. This one kept me on my toes again for the second time and the ending left me with so many feels. The plot and character development is well done and only solidifies the love I have for Leigh Bardugo's writing.
These books definitely hold up to their original hype. I am getting so excited for the Netflix adaptation and getting to see my favorites come to life!
Kaz and his crew do not disappoint yet again. The friendships are the best part of this duology followed by the cunning leader that is Kaz Brekker. He is always two steps ahead. This one kept me on my toes again for the second time and the ending left me with so many feels. The plot and character development is well done and only solidifies the love I have for Leigh Bardugo's writing.
These books definitely hold up to their original hype. I am getting so excited for the Netflix adaptation and getting to see my favorites come to life!
While I didn't find it as good as [b:Six of Crows|23437156|Six of Crows (Six of Crows, #1)|Leigh Bardugo|https:i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1651710803l/23437156._SY75_.jpg|42077459], I was still thoroughly entertained, and appreciated the character development of the beloved found family. My heart breaks for each and every one of these children (YES - CHILDREN...sometimes it's hard to remember these are 16-18 y.o kids!!) and what they've had to endure through to the end of this story.
The plot dragged a bit in times, which is hard to believe considering the amount of tricks within tricks within tricks that Kaz is able to wend - almost a bit too convoluted and messy sometimes to keep straight. I know this is a fantasy world, but yes, even fantasy has to toe the line of believability.
Kudos to the Jesper/Wylan arc - I'm so happy this book went this direction WITHOUT FUSS! I was so hoping for something because of the sparks in SoC...they were just so cute together, but that fact that there was no fanfare was amazing. It just WAS, and it was fabulous.
And Kaz & Inej's arc:
Anyways - a fitting end, to an overall wonderful duology.
Book 1: Six of Crows - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Book 2: Crooked Kingdom - ⭐⭐⭐⭐
The plot dragged a bit in times, which is hard to believe considering the amount of tricks within tricks within tricks that Kaz is able to wend - almost a bit too convoluted and messy sometimes to keep straight. I know this is a fantasy world, but yes, even fantasy has to toe the line of believability.
Kudos to the Jesper/Wylan arc - I'm so happy this book went this direction WITHOUT FUSS! I was so hoping for something because of the sparks in SoC...they were just so cute together, but that fact that there was no fanfare was amazing. It just WAS, and it was fabulous.
And Kaz & Inej's arc:
“Two of the deadliest people the Barrel had to offer and they could barely touch each other without both of them keeling over. But they’d tried. He’d tried. Maybe they could try again.”Their last chapter with just the hand holding?!? *chef's kiss*
Anyways - a fitting end, to an overall wonderful duology.
Book 1: Six of Crows - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Book 2: Crooked Kingdom - ⭐⭐⭐⭐
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