The triumphant conclusion to the Villains trilogy from V.E. Schwab, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue and Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil.
Eli Ever. Victor Vale.
Two men, first best friends, then mortal enemies, each destined to be the other's shadow.
One left standing-but the game isn't over yet.
Against all the years-and the odds group of allies and archivals meet on a chessboard set by an opponent they couldn't have predicted...to see who will be victorious.
Book Review:
There is A LOT happening in this book, and I was thoroughly entertained from beginning to end. I actually enjoyed Victorious even more than Vengeful, which I wasn't sure was possible. Schwab does an excellent job of bringing everything full circle, tying together the different storylines and character arcs in a way that feels satisfying. Nothing feels like it's just there to fill space. And for those who have read the graphic novels, keep an eye out for a little cameo! It was such a fun addition.
But beyond all the chaos, twists, and larger-than-life characters, this book also delivers an emotional punch. There were moments that really hit me, and I appreciated how much heart was woven into such a wild and unpredictable story. It's a great reminder that even villains can have complicated feelings, messy relationships, and plenty of baggage.
I listened to the audiobooks for all three main books in the series, and the performances were wonderfully executed. The narration added so much to the experience and made an already engaging story even more enjoyable. I highly recommend picking up the audiobook if that's your preferred format!
Overall, Victorious was a fantastic way to close out the series. It gave me the chaos, the character moments, the emotional damage, and the satisfying conclusion I was hoping for. What more could you ask for? Definitely a series worth picking up!
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