But aside from a few good bits, I think I'll just have to admit these books are not for me. And, for a while, I convinced myself I liked this one more than the first. I was hoping that Renegades was just a shaky start to something much better. I am trying so hard to love this series but it just isn't working.Īfter not enjoying Cinder, I went on to love the rest of the Lunar Chronicles, so I was really hoping I could do that with this series. I had no obligation to review this book and all opinions are my own. I received a free copy of this book from Macmillan. One more note on the sequel though - Prepare yourselves for yet another unbearable ending. I would highly highly recommend this series – it is one of my new absolute favorites of all time. Archenemies is a satisfying sequel that will leave you wanting more and more. Though that is my preference, I don’t think one is greatly “better” than the other. As a plot-based reader, I prefer Renegades because it is more action-packed, but I do find myself also drawn to Archenemies for it’s strong and ever-developing political arc. It’s even tough to say I ACTUALLY prefer one over the other because they are both remarkable in their own ways. When comparing Renegades and Archenemies, I do feel I prefer Renegades, but only slightly. Not only does this story have a wicked plot, but there’s a spectacular cast of characters holding it up. Nova and Adrian are a fierce, yet sweet couple, and I also loved the introduction of a new budding romance between teammates. Additionally, the romance is – once again – fabulous! I am HERE for more slow burn enemies-to-lovers (where-one-does-not-even-know-they-are-enemies) relationships.
This series has one of the most compelling groups of companions I’ve read in YA in a very long time. I loved watching Adrian and Nova grow as individuals and a team, alongside the rest of the Renegades and Anarchists. Every character, including many of the side characters, receive additional development that helps them to become authentic and refreshing. Once again, I love the cast of characters in this series.
The power dynamics in this story are captivating and complex, and I’m desperate for more. I really love the direction Marissa Meyer has taken with the second installment in terms of how superheroes are viewed and how supervillains are treated. Morals are questioned, friends become suspects, and tensions are higher than ever. Conflict goes far beyond what we already know of the Renegades’ power and the Anarchists’ will for vengeance. I cannot get enough of the politics of this world. Renegades was already a fantastically constructed world, but Archenemies breaks the boundaries for what we know of Gatlon City. Stay tuned for my spoiler-filled video review!
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