Fever (The Chemical Garden, Book 2) [Paperback]

Can I just start off by saying WOW. Fever is the second book in The Chemical Garden trilogy, I really enjoyed Wither (the first book) but this one defiantly topped it. I devoured it in one day as it was un-put-downable. Rhine really blossomed in Fever and really developed as a character. I think I loved it that little bit more than Wither because Rhine got to leave the mansion and have adventures, horrific as they were, they definitely made for an interesting read.

The storyline picks up right were it left off at the end of Wither. Rhine and Gabriel are trying to bake their way to Rhine's home in Manhattan, in the hopes of finding Rhine's twin brother Rowan. The stumble upon a carnival in the scarlet district, that is run by the venomous Mademe. They are captured and forced to work in Mademe's seedy shows.

Rhine is planning an escape, she says if she could escape once she could do it again. But escaping doesn't prove to be an easy task, they are watched constantly.

Vaughn, her very mad and wicked father in law is tirelessly searching for Rhine, he won't let what he believes is his property go easily. He is determined to bring her back to to the horrendous mansion, with it's basement from hell. Can he succeed? Well he is rich and powerful with all the money and power at his disposal who knows what he is capable of?

I don't want to give to much away to anyone who hasn't read this fantastic book yet, so I won't spoil it by saying anything more. But I will say, the ending, gosh, Lauren DeStefano knows just how to keep her readers begging for more. I am now eagerly awaiting the final instalment in The Chemical Garden trilogy.

Lauren DeStefano writes compellingly, her writing is crisp and to the point and you really couldn't ask for more in a book. The only one thing for me was Gabriel, I really don't connect with him, he comes across nice and

My favourite character was the main one:

Rhine: She came into her own in this one, she is strong, intelligent, caring and I just love her determination and how she won't give up.

I also have to mention little Maddie: She was such a welcome addition, I loved how intelligent she was, even though she never speaks. She is one brave little lady, who has been to hell and back already in her short life.

Some of my favourite quotes:

" Everyone should remember being born. It doesn't seem fair that we only remember dying."

"It's best not to wonder at what cost."

4.5/5 Stars

Carly :)

*Special thanks to Harper Voyager Books for the review copy.*

I really liked this book, it was set after Rhine and Gabriel's escape from the mansion so we weren't just stuck in the one place this time. It also meant we got a look at the world and what the disease had done to the cities and country in general. I thought the circus/ brothel was a great idea since it totally threw the idea of childrens carnivals and circus fun on its head, which is what the disease has done to young people. I complained in the last book that I didn't understand Vaughn but alot about his sinister experiments is revealed! I like that Rhine and Gabriel also aren't all flowers and hearts after they escape either, interestingly Gabriel's disappointed by what he finds on the outside. Overall I think the second installment developed the characters more and the plot was full of action and all sorts of adventure. A thrilling read that I'd recommend, I wasn't bored reading this at all and infact couldn't stop until I'd finished. :)

Lauren has brought the magic to this book just like the first. Every words leaves you begging for more. The book is captivating and will hold onto you right up until the very last word. Lauren has somehow found a way to make the book affect the readers emotions. It is as though you are a part of the book as the description lights up the story. If you want to read a good book go for this one, it not only has an ability to captivate the reader but also to involve the reader. One of the best books I have ever read and most likely the best one I will ever read! Enjoy this book as much as I have, you won't regret buying this book!