Public Enemies (The Immortal Game, 2) - Hardcover

Ann Aguirre is the New York Times-bestselling author of the Razorland Trilogy (Enclave, Outpost, and Horde). She lives in Mexico with her husband, two children, two cats, and one very lazy dog.

Gr 9 Up—Following Mortal Danger (Feiwel & Friends, 2014), this volume moves as fast as the first, jumping right into action as Edie attempts to beat the Harbinger at his own game in order to save Kian's life. She knows she is in too deep for her own safety, but she is past any sense of disbelief at the horrific revelations she continues to encounter, as well as any concern for herself. The legendary beasts, gods, and urban legends, including a sadistic killer clown, make for a busy battle schedule for the formerly bullied teen that is as creative as it is violent, without a dull moment. As Edie obsesses over saving Kian, her new enemies focus on others she loves, creating heartbreak that takes her original desire for power and revenge to heights that threaten her humanity, just as she accepts a weapon that offers spectacular power to destroy any and all who stand in her way. This work should particularly appeal to fans of Ilsa Bick's "The Dark Passages" series (Egmont USA) and Mary Weber's "The Storm Siren" trilogy (Thomas Nelson). VERDICT This engaging nightmare will make even mature horror readers check under the bed at night.—Kerry Sutherland, Akron-Summit County Public Library, OH