Once again, Sarah J. Maas brings her readers into the enchanting and dangerous world of Crescent City in House of Sky and Breath. This gripping sequel finds eighteen-year-old Gaia struggling to keep control over a city on the brink of war. With the help of her friends – rebel Khalid, powerful Ayaan, and secretive Ren – Gaia must find a way to outwit those who would see Crescent City crumble… for their own gain. But as tensions rise higher than ever before, enemies become harder to distinguish from allies. And when strange clues from Khalis’s past lead Gaia and her team deep into the desert heartland of Aria, they discover that secrets run thicker than blood – and that foes closer than they could have imagined are willing to do whatever it takes to thwart them….
For who is this book for ?
Fans of Sarah J. Maas’s Throne of Glass series will love her newest fantasy adventure, House of Sky and Breath. Set in a richly imagined world full of magic and intrigue, this spellbinding story is perfect for readers who enjoy fast-paced action and suspenseful romance storylines.
Pros :
- The world-building is intricate and well done.
- The characters are interesting and complex.
- The plot is thrilling and fast paced.
Cons :
- The ending was anti-climatic and left me wanting.
- The dialogue could be cheesy at times.
- There were a few plot holes I noticed throughout the story
Learn more about the author
Sarah J. Maas is the author of the New York Times best-selling Throne of Glass series, as well as A Court of Thorns and Roses and its sequel, A Court of Mist and Fury. She lives in Pennsylvania with her husband and dog.
Reader Reviews
“House of Sky and Breath is an incredibly well-written sequel that will leave readers on the edge of their seats. Sarah J. Maas has outdone herself with this second book in the Crescent City series, and I cannot wait to see what she does next.”
“Sarah J. Maas does it again! Fantastic follow-up to an already amazing series.”
“Sarah J. Maas has done it again! With Crescent City Book 2: House of Sky and Breath, she takes us back into her mesmerizing world full of intrigue, magic, romance and danger. Gaia is a strong and inspiring heroine who I loved spending time with as she faced fresh challenges in her fight to save her city. The supporting cast is equally well drawn- Khalid is the perfect bad boy romantic interest; Ayaan provides wisdom, humor and badass fighting skills; while Ren’s guarded nature makes him an intriguing mystery waiting to be solved. Throw in some unexpected plot twists that kept me eagerly turning pages late into the night, plus all manner of fantastic magical creatures (I’m especially partial to the djinn), and you have another winner from Sarah J. Maas.”
“Sarah J. Maas creates a lush, magical world in House of Sky and Breath that will entrance you from page one.”
