Demonglass by Rachel Hawkins

Demonglass definitely didn’t fall into second book syndrome where the second book in a trilogy is slower paced and doesn’t feel like anything but a filler for the third one. I enjoyed this one even more than Hex Hall! 

The Hex Hall-series is about Sophie Mercer, a 16 year old witch, who is sent to a reform school for delinquent “Prodigium” (witches, shapeshifters and fairies). In this second book though, she is sent off to England to spend the Summer with her estranged father as he attempts to persuade Sophie not to have her powers removed.

I really enjoyed the action and all adventures in this book, and to see Sophie with Cal and Jenna outside Hex Hall. Of course Sophie’s crush Archer Cross has been sighted in England too, making the situation more dangerous, as does the fact that “The Eye” has been more actively attacking Prodigium all over the place. As for the love triangle, Cal has very quickly become one of my favorites and I really hoped Sophie would get over Archer…

Even though the story is so full of Harry Potter/Hogwarts and Vampire Academy vibes, and the usual love tringle trope, this series nevertheless comes out as new and unique. I think it’s because of the quirky, witty voice of Sophie narrating the story. I really love how Sophie is witty, smart and bad-ass, but also kind of awkward, always speaking her mind. The narration and dialogue are delightful and easy to read in a fun, giggling kind of way! I’m so glad that Rachel Hawkins managed to make this book as entertaining with even more sarcastic humor and a snappy, action-packed plot as in Hex Hall!

​Rating:
4 stars

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