I’ve never reviewed a book before finishing it, but the juvenile, self-centred attitude Pip is demonstrating, and the way the entire club is backing her up, is absolutely destroying this book.
I find several aspects of Daelman’s writing frustrating, and find myself wondering why I continue to read her books. But, this is next level. I’ll probably finish this one, but I’m not sure I’m going to finish the series. My opinion of every member of the club has gone downhill fast. I’d like to think they’re going to apologize to Shades and Liza, but Daelman is clearly writing their appalling behaviour with approval, so I don’t think that’s going to happen.
I may read the next few. I’m sort of interested in both Ink and Shadow. But, the club members, especially Brand and Pip, have been destroyed for me. They’re awful, awful “friends”, and the family vibe of the club (one of the few things about Daelman’s writing that I completely enjoyed) has been shattered.
This club is full of childish, self-centred assholes, with Brand and Pip being the reigning King and Queen. I don’t think I’ve ever had a side plot so totally destroy a book for me. It’s too bad, because Nash and Harper have been shaping up as probably the best couple I’ve read from this author.
Shades and Liza should leave and go find friends and “family” who are worth the effort.