Name: Crown of Midnight
ISBN: 9781526634368

Sarah J. Maas

The action-packed, heart-wrenching and fantastically addictive sequel to Sarah J. Maas's epic YA fantasy debut THRONE OF GLASS. Eighteen-year-old Celaena Sardothien is bold, daring and beautiful – the perfect seductress and the greatest assassin her world has ever known. But though she won the King's contest and became his champion, Celaena has been granted neither her liberty nor the freedom to follow her heart. Celaena faces a choice that is tearing her to pieces: kill in cold blood for a man she hates, or risk sentencing those she loves to death. Celaena must decide what she will fight for: survival, love or the future of a kingdom. Because an assassin cannot have it all ... And trying to may just destroy her.

Crown of Midnight

Lilly 

Kaitlyn Grace

Alissa 

Trinity F.P.

Clara Concejo

Stephanie 

Brittany

Tess Martinez

The kiss obliterated her. It was like coming home or being born or suddenly finding an entire half of herself that had been missing. His lips were hot and soft against hers-still tentative, and after a moment, he pulled back far enough to look into her eyes. She trembled with the need to touch him everywhere at once, to feel him touchin ber everywhere at once. He would give up everything to go with her. She twined her arms around his neck, her mouth meeting his in. a second kiss that knocked the world out from under her.

Anna Stewart

She didn’t have time to brace herself as he pulled her against him, his arms wrapping tightly around her. She didn’t hesitate before twining her arms over his shoulders, breathing in the scent of him. He hadn’t held her since the day she’d learned she had officially won the competition, though the memory of that embrace often drifted into her thoughts. And as she held him now, the craving for it never to stop roared through her.

Noticing his stare, she flashed him a grin, those stunning turquoise eyes full of light. “Tired?” she teased. “I knew you weren’t bothering to train while I was away.” 

He let out a breathy chuckle. “You certainly didn’t train while you were on your mission. This is the second time this morning that I’ve had to slow my pace for you.” 

A blatant lie. She kept up with him easily now, nimble as a stag bounding through the woods. Sometimes he found it immensely hard not to watch her—to watch the way she moved.

He’d been realizing it more and more recently—how much he hated it when she left him behind. How he hated her setting off on those cursed missions and not contacting him for days or weeks. He didn’t know how or when it had happened, but he’d somehow started caring whether she came back or not.

It had been so long since she’d done something like this in Rifthold—since she’d crouched on the emerald rooftops and learned what she could about her prey. It was different than when the king had sent her off to Bellhaven or to some lord’s estate. 

Here, now, in Rifthold, it felt like… It felt like she’d never left. As if she might look over her shoulder and find Sam Cortland crouching behind her.

“If you’re suggesting that I have no reason to be here and should leave, then tell me to go.” 

“I’m just trying to figure out what’s so boring that you dozed off ten minutes ago.” 

She propped herself on her elbows. “I did not!” 

His brows rose. “I heard you snoring.” 

“You’re a liar, Chaol Westfall.” She threw her paper at him and plopped back on the couch. “I only closed my eyes for a minute.”

 He shook his head again and went back to work. 

Celaena blushed. “I didn’t really snore, did I?” 

His face was utterly serious as he said, “Like a bear.”

Yes. More than anyone had ever loved her. He’d loved her enough to risk everything—to give up everything. He’d loved her so much that she still felt the echoes of it, even now. “Very much,” she breathed.

Rather than head back to the castle, she began walking through the wealthy district in the heart of the city, her steps unhurried. After nearly thirty minutes of silence, Chaol figured he’d cooled his temper enough to be civil. 

The gold streaks in her turquoise eyes were bright in the afternoon sun. “Of all the things we said back there, 

It did. Wyrd keep him, it bothered the hell out of him.

They walked down the street, her side nearly pressed against his. He fought against the urge to lean into her, to tuck her in closer. 

“Chaol?” she said after a few minutes. 

“You know I absolutely hate it when he calls me Laena, don’t you?” 

A smile tugged at his lips, along with a flicker of relief. “So the next time I want to piss you off…” 

His smile spread, and the flicker of relief turned to something that punched him in the gut when she smiled back.

Dorian knew Celaena was watching him. She’d been stealing glances at him throughout the whole insufferable dinner. But she’d also been looking at Chaol, and when she did, he could have sworn that her whole face changed—became softer, more contemplative.

Oh, how jealous they are of each other and every other guy that even breathes next to her. 

He glanced at Celaena again, only to see her watching Chaol, whose eyes were in turn fixed on Roland. Sensing Dorian’s attention, Celaena met his gaze. 

Nothing. Not a hint of emotion. Dorian’s temper flared, so fast that he found himself struggling for control. Especially as she looked away again—and her focus returned to the captain. And stayed there. 

She touched his elbow, and he hated himself for savoring the touch.

"A line that should never be crossed is about to be breached.

It puts this entire castle in jeopardy—and the life of your friend."

From the throne of glass rules a king with a fist of iron and a soul as black as pitch. Assassin Celaena Sardothien won a brutal contest to become his Champion. Yet Celaena is far from loyal to the crown. She hides her secret vigilantly; she knows that the man she serves is bent on evil.

Keeping up the deadly charade becomes increasingly difficult when Celaena realizes she is not the only one seeking justice. As she tries to untangle the mysteries buried deep within the glass castle, her closest relationships suffer. It seems no one is above questioning her allegiances—not the Crown Prince Dorian; not Chaol, the Captain of the Guard; not even her best friend, Nehemia, a foreign princess with a rebel heart.

Then one terrible night, the secrets they have all been keeping lead to an unspeakable tragedy. As Celaena's world shatters, she will be forced to give up the very thing most precious to her and decide once and for all where her true loyalties lie... and whom she is ultimately willing to fight for. 

Throne of Glass #2

Better than the first one, slow but the payoff was good, despite some reveals being a teeny bit predictable 

Emilee Keawe Oldroyd

Finished upon landing in Melbourne, Australia! Itching to start book number 3!! I believe this series will just keep on getting better and better!! 

ophelia ross 

A fun and great read, and has me so excited for future books. 

Taylor Silveira 

5🌟!!! 10/10! I can honestly say I didn’t see the plot twist coming at all! But it is the best thing ever! I can’t wait to see where this goes!! I’m so glad I didn’t read the prequel first! 

Leah Diaz 

felt more like a world building story than the first book but the plot twists 🤌 the drama 🤌  the storyline itself 🤌

Femke

i already read the series 5 years ago and i’m so glad i didn’t remember anything (except the major plot twists obviously), because it felt like reading it for the first time again. 

the story is so simple, yet so captivating and the magic system is so well thought out. 

it broke my heart how the first part was basically assassin‘s blade AGAIN… 

neele

i already read the series 5 years ago and i’m so glad i didn’t remember anything (except the major plot twists obviously), because it felt like reading it for the first time again. 

the story is so simple, yet so captivating and the magic system is so well thought out. 

it broke my heart how the first part was basically assassin‘s blade AGAIN… 

Loved this book! The mix of semi-politics and magic have me fully hooked, can’t wait to start the next one. I found that I sort of connected Celaena to the missing princess fairly early so the last page shock wasn’t very shocking but her being fae definitely caught me off guard!

Paige Paul

I'm shocked. Why is open communication so difficult, and why do men feel compelled to dictate women's fates for their supposed good? What the hell! What will she do now? And for the love of god Celeane grow up a little! Next book, please!

Bilge Ince

For personal reasons, this book really frustrated me, because I have a huge man crush on Chaol, and they really tried to bring a homie down. Half a star deducted for that. Otherwise, fantastic book. Absolutely loving this series.

Kyle James

Nicole Mills

Thrilling. Shocking. Exciting. Magical. Chefs kiss.

I was gasping by the end, as i’m sure we all were. I cannot wait to untangle the mess of Celeana/Aelin and the multiverse beyond Erelia. 

Isabella De Francesca

Thrilling. Shocking. Exciting. Magical. Chefs kiss.

I was gasping by the end, as i’m sure we all were. I cannot wait to untangle the mess of Celeana/Aelin and the multiverse beyond Erelia. 

Celaena Sardothien the woman that you are 💅

Karen

Due to some not-so-great life events, I stopped reading when I was about a quarter of the way finished with this book. However, I am really glad I finished it. However, because it ended up being around 6 months between my reads, there are some aspects of the plot that I need a refresher in.

I enjoyed how the story progressed, and was heartbroken about Nehemia. Her relationship with Celena was special, and I loved reading about a strong female bond in an SJM book. I also appreciate how Celena is developing, and I appreciate that we get to see her grieve in this book. I can’t wait to know more about her as Aelin.

I also enjoyed learning about her fae heritage. I guess I wish that it was brought up in the story sooner, however I guess I understand why it wasn’t. I’m very excited to read Heir of Fire. Hopefully I will be able to read more often this time. 

Mackenzie Richardson

Due to some not-so-great life events, I stopped reading when I was about a quarter of the way finished with this book. However, I am really glad I finished it. However, because it ended up being around 6 months between my reads, there are some aspects of the plot that I need a refresher in.

I enjoyed how the story progressed, and was heartbroken about Nehemia. Her relationship with Celena was special, and I loved reading about a strong female bond in an SJM book. I also appreciate how Celena is developing, and I appreciate that we get to see her grieve in this book. I can’t wait to know more about her as Aelin.

I also enjoyed learning about her fae heritage. I guess I wish that it was brought up in the story sooner, however I guess I understand why it wasn’t. I’m very excited to read Heir of Fire. Hopefully I will be able to read more often this time. 

read this in like 2 days, fast moving plot but the lack of communication between characters that ends up causing all kinds of crap | magic and fae | some romance but not spicy | lot of unanswered questions still

callie

I’m starting to love the series but I srsly need a family tree with spark notes bc all this info if crazy. I also would love a lil more romance 💖

Allysen

Never trust an assassin. Celaena's story continues in this second book in the #1 bestselling Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Maas. Celaena Sardothien won a brutal contest to become the King's Champion. But she is far from loyal to the crown. Though she goes to great lengths to hide her secret, her deadly charade becomes more difficult when she realizes she is not the only one seeking justice. Her search for answers ensnares those closest to her, and no one is safe from suspicion-not the Crown Prince Dorian; not Chaol, the Captain of the Guard; not even her best friend, Nehemia, a princess with a rebel heart. Then, one terrible night, the secrets they have all been keeping lead to an unspeakable tragedy. As Celaena's world shatters, she will be forced to decide once and for all where her true loyalties lie . . . and what she is willing to fight for. The second book in the #1 New York Times bestselling Throne of Glass series returns readers to a land destroyed by liars, where one woman's truth is the only thing that can save them all.

Chase Leitner

THE TWIST AT THE END YESSS THIS IS STORYTELLING

Janet Akisanmi

Actually good! I’m into it, the plot twists were good and a little less predictable

Sabrina Spada

having her and chaol be slow burn yet end up hating him was taxing but still ate as a whole

Cici Pearson

I just finished the book, and o. My. God. The ending had me stunned. 

While the first half of the book wasn't as action filled as I anticipated, it was still very good, well-written, and was a beautiful base for all the important plot points later on in the book. 

Super exited to binge read Heir of Fire now! 

Isabelle

I just finished the book, and o. My. God. The ending had me stunned. 

While the first half of the book wasn't as action filled as I anticipated, it was still very good, well-written, and was a beautiful base for all the important plot points later on in the book. 

Super exited to binge read Heir of Fire now! 

i was annoyed during half of the book bc i did not want this girl and chaol together like i see ZERO spark, but i get it girl i would smash too. the second half was INSANEEE

julie reads

Never trust an assassin.Celaena's story continues in this second book in the #1 bestselling Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Maas.Celaena Sardothien won a brutal contest to become the King's Champion. But she is far from loyal to the crown. Though she goes to great lengths to hide her secret, her deadly charade becomes more difficult when she realises she is not the only one seeking justice. Her search for answers ensnares those closest to her, and no one is safe from suspicion -- not the Crown Prince Dorian; not Chaol, the Captain of the Guard; not even her best friend, Nehemia, a princess with a rebel heart. Then, one terrible night, the secrets they have all been keeping lead to an unspeakable tragedy. As Celaena's world shatters, she will be forced to decide once and for all where her true loyalties lie ... and what she is willing to fight for.The second book in the #1 New York Times bestselling Throne of Glass series returns readers to a land destroyed by liars, where one woman's truth is the only thing that can save them all.

millena

4,5 ⭐️ can i have 5 more minutes to think about the last chapter please?

Jennifer Gosnell

2/3 of this book was a bit of a slog to get through. Not a lot happened until BAM, everything was happening. Overall I liked it, but it felt a bit filler-ish combined with being a set-up for the rest of the series. The reveal was fun, though.

Crown of Midnight

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