The second book in the series doesn’t disappoint. I’d say it’s even more entertaining than The Last Sun - there’s more action, more first-class banter (the bits I highlighted still crack me up), and the eponymous villain is super creepy. The story definitely gets darker here, but not overwhelmingly so, because the moments of nail-biting tension are perfectly balanced out by the humor and the deep friendships that remain one of the strongest points of this series. The ending is very satisfying and hints that Rune’s investigation will finally reach some kind of resolution in the following (last?) installment.

I have two questions, though: (1) When’s the next book coming out? and (2) Where do I get a Quinn? ( )

Top marks! I am absolutely loving this series. It reminds me in many ways of Ilona Andrew's Hidden Legacy series which I also enjoy but I like the writing much much better in this series. The world building aspects are phenomenal and I am completely invested in all of the characters. I can't believe I am going to have to wait till next year for the next book :( ( )

I love this series, The Tarot Sequence. K.D. Edwards has such an amazing imagination, I never know what's coming next. Rune Saint John, the protagonist, exudes confidence, behaves rashly, and somehow manages to survive yet another impossible situation. The supporting characters, especially Brand and Addam, add texture to an already rich canvas.

The Hourglass Throne is next. And I'm waiting.

A great escapist read guaranteed to please. ( )

I just love this family. Individually and as a group. I'm ready for the third book, Mr. Edwards. ( )

I didn't struggle as much with this as with book 1, mostly because, while it was still action-packed, this installment focused more on the political side of things. I know that sounds scary, but it's not at all overwhelming or boring (at least those are the two emotions I find myself feeling when it comes to politics in books). So the pace was somewhat slower and I had time to understand what I was reading.

Brand got to shine in book 1 with his bodyguarding skills, now it was Rune's turn to use his knowledge. But their roles were equally important. Rune couldn't do this without Brand and well, there wouldn't be a Brand without Rune.

You #Brune shippers, first of all that's a terrible shipname, secondly I'm convinced that's not the direction the story will go. I'm also warming up to Addam and I'm starting to feel the connection there. Addam is so good and noble, no wonder he's a scion of the Justice court.

Along with the action, we got plenty of humor too. And some creepy, gory, ghostly stuff. :)

So in a way I enjoyed this more, because I could follow along more easily.Looking forward to the next instalment. ( )