This is the second book in the oxford blue series. It can be read as a standalone, though I think it wouldn’t be as enjoyable an experience without all the history that comes from the first book.  

You begin as Lauren arrives back after the first term, not particularly happy after the events of book one, but is surprised to find Alexander knocking on her door after receiving some shocking and upsetting news. You are thrown right back in the action as things move along.

All the characters are back from last time, Rupert’s still as hateful and arrogant as ever, Professor Rafe is still creepy and Immy is still there supporting Lauren, and you get to know Valentina (Alexander’s very annoying ex) and Emma (Alexander’s sister) better.  

I really liked Emma, despite her young age, she seems quite wise at times, but at other times you see her act exactly how you would expect a 16 year old to act. While I liked Lauren and Emma’s friendship, I really felt for Lauren though, as she feels in the middle of Alexander and Emma, after Emma asks Lauren to promise to keep a secret from Alexander, it’s a very difficult position she finds herself in.  

This book improves on the first I think, the storyline moved at the same swift pace, but somehow seemed to pack more in, and the end, oh my, this one leaves you on a cliff hanger, and I don’t believe I have to wait until October (when the ebook is released) before I find out what happens….Hurry up already!  

Published by: Penguin UK
Gratefully received from the Publisher for review.  

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