Fourth Post

I just finished reading Days of Blood and Starlight by Laini Taylor. It's the sequel to Daughter of Smoke and Bone. It was one of the most intense books I've ever read. That was probably the only time I have felt such a vast range of ridiculously strong emotions. It was romantic, sweet, funny, suspenseful, strange, tragic, exciting, depressing, insane, heart-breaking and soul-crushing. The plot is as brilliant and inspired as Harry Potter. The characters were all so believable and lovable -- except the villains; they were more despicable and undoubtedly evil than the Daleks. If you don't understand that reference, google it. The two main humans in the book were especially interesting. Their interactions with each other, as well as with supernatural creatures were hilarious and unexpected. They were a little random and crazy, which made them all the more real and intriguing. The writing style was beautiful and witty and genius. Somehow, Laini Taylor created a completely new world; a world with myths, traditions, cultures, and history. Not only did she make the other world entirely believable, but she flawlessly combined her fantasy world with real life. I am pretty sure Laini Taylor is the best author in the world. I literally tried to find a single fault in this book and I couldn't find anything. Except maybe that it leaves you feeling empty inside like you just had your heart and soul ripped out of your chest.