Jasmine’s Reviews > A Stage Set for Villains > Status Update

this is my favorite read of 2026 so far. this ending almost made me want to throw the book across the room… but in a good way. the overall concept of this plot and how unique it is i think is why i love it so much. it was a bit slow at the beginning and at some points i also didn’t fully understand what was going on. however, i think the characters, the world, and the plot are enough reasons for 5 stars.

ONTO ACT THREE. stages 7, 9, and 10 of intermission were PEAK writing. 10/10. no notes. i’ve said this like three times already but this book is so good. i’m liking the main girl way more right now and this plot is getting #juicy.

onto act II!! the world building and plot in this book is sooo interesting and unique so far. i def get the caraval vibes that others have mentioned. one thing tho is that the main girl is kind of #annoying at points but she’s been bearable so far.