Red Queen

"Reread<br/><br/>There is just something about Cristina's writings that I can't look away from. If you actually think back on old fairytales, they are more sinister than one might originally believe. Of course the author takes this and amplifies it but the foundation was already there. This story also mentioned other fairytales but I would have liked them to be more pronounced and integrated into the plot.<br/><br/>Undoubtedly I enjoyed the relationship more in this book. Hatcher became even more mad and unpredictable and the side characters did as well. I was on the edge of my seat waiting for someone to crack and just hope that Alice was ready to run. Alice and Hatcher have been together from the first page of book one. So to see them apart was quite intriguing. <br/><br/>The characters encountered here where less like a re-imagining of Alice in Wonderland to me. And the plot as well. But still I was honestly sad when this book came to a close even though there is now a sequel. And I even found my self enjoying it more than the first. Oh how could I forget Cheshire. Alice complaining about him throughout just made everything seem right in the world. One thing I enjoy most is Alice's matter-of-factness. She has been through so much that towards the end she was done, not taking anyone else's nonsense.<br/><br/>It's just something about Alice and Hatchers relationship that makes me want to read on forever. They are not perfect, they did not fall in love at first sight, they do not need to constantly express affection, and yet they know each other deep down in their souls. I love reading about them so much the comfort and understanding of each others madness. It was very refreshing."

"Not as good as the first but still a fun read "

"I liked the first one more, but I definitely still enjoyed this one. I wish they were a little scarier. I love the concept of these books, but I'm always a little disappointed since I have high expectations for them. I think Christina Henry will get better the more that she writes. I feel like both of these books should have been split up into multiple books and that certain parts should have been elaborated on. The endings are so rushed.<br/><br/>Anyway, I really enjoy reading about Alice and Hatcher. The are unconventional protagonists, and that makes me happy. It seemed a bit open-ended, so I hope there's another book."

"I highly recommend this book, one of my favorites."

"3.5"

"I had hoped to be transported to desert sands and see a spoiled Jenny amongst her many denizens. Instead I get ice and an odd story."