Once again, the chemistry between Baz and Simon was so well done. Their inability to communicate so perfectly suits them, their relationship suffering because they both believe the other deserves better. They clearly care for one another, but because they do not talk (funny since that is what a mage is, a 'Speaker') they are growing apart and their relationship has remained rather chaste. Simon is as hot headed as ever, while Baz continues to be his cool and confident self (unless he is thinking about Simon and their relationship). Penelope is a smart, yet socially dumb, witch. She is clueless when it comes to people, but so good with magick. But maybe her magick is what she uses to protect herself from the world outside of mages, or from connecting with others. Agatha was much more palatable in this novel, with her desire to escape the world of mages. She is really trying to escape who she is and her past/place in the world of magick. Shepard was a fantastic addition, a normal who is interested in finding out all he can about magic. He knows a lot about magic and magical creatures, creatures mages believe are below them and therefore unworthy of their notice. It was a good dynamic, showing the elitism of mages, trying to change Penelope's point of view on who was the right to the magical world (especially since mage's need normal's to cast magic). His sparring with Penelope and genuine interest in magic was a highlight of the book. The introduction of vampirism in the novel, and Baz's misunderstanding or lack of knowledge about vampires, was an interesting choice. Especially pitting old vampires, Las Vegas, against new vampires, Silicon Valley. I was not sure about it, and at first was a little bored with the premise, but when it picked up I could not put the book down and became very invested. I cannot wait for the next book!
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