This is the second book in a series. This is a character driven novel. I found this a slow burn. It is beautifully written. The plot was a bit basic.

I sadly could not get into this one I'm afraid, it just wasn't for me, the writing isn't to my liking and I wished I could as I loved the idea of it!

Opening on the gang after 3 years, everyone has moved on with their lives but keeping in touch via Everwhere and in person. They have all moved on from the horrific night that saw Bea and Leo take their final breaths, and are hoping to live out their lives, however tragic they may be. Steadily approaching their 21st birthday, Liyana, Scarlet, and Goldie are all content. Until Goldie finds out that she can do the impossible, bring back her beloved Leo. So of course, she has to try, damn the consequences.

I don’t have an awful lot to say about this one because it’s just a novel you need to read to get a full appreciation, but I’ll start with the negatives. My biggest problem was keeping track of no less than 6 points of view, an issue I had with the first novel – its excessive and I understand why it’s essential but honestly, I constantly felt like I needed to take notes. The characters seem to have matured slightly but I would have preferred it to have been a little more. I honestly didn’t understand what the point of the Leo thing was because everyone had already come to terms with it why disturb peoples peace 3 years on? This is not to say I didn’t like the novel, they’re just things that irritated me throughout the read. But on to the positives!

I really liked the emotional growth of Liyana – she was honestly a spoilt little rich girl in the first novel and her wailing drove me a little batty. Here, she has spent the past 3 years coming to terms with her change of circumstances and seems to have come out the other side. She now looks after her aunt (a woman who I seriously wanted to wallop) who I’m not sure if she is deliberately being deliberately cantankerous or just doesn’t know how to process her problems; either way, she needs a wakeup call. I really loved Ana’s relationship with Koko and how despite it changing, they are still going strong.

The introduction of Teddy to Everwhere made me a little suspicious at first but then his growth from brat to understanding made me rethink this. In the end, he turned into a character that I actually want to see more of in the upcoming 3rd novel but we shall see.

The thing that most sticks out about this novel in the world building though. Everything that Van Pragg touches seems to be fantastically populated with lush landscapes and mesmerizing imagery. Its honestly why I’ve kept reading her new releases, there’s just something enchanting that a lot of authors seem to be unable to express. If you read this novel for nothing but the worldbuilding, I feel like you would come out extremely happy

Overall, it’s an adequate sequel to a fantastic novel, which speaks volumes when it comes from me. The worldbuilding is next level, the characters have been given a great amount of development and the relationships feel real. Great for if you love retellings and strong women

Great escapist tale of demons and the Grimm sisters who struggle as they straddle two worlds. A dark, beautifully written story.... a bit slow in places.

I did not realize that this was a sequel to a book called The Sisters Grimm until I was nearing the half way point.
The writing itself is gorgeous, but I found the narrative to be a little slow. I feel like the handling of some serious subject matter was poor, and was added as an afterthought. I looked up a recap of the first book before finishing this one and I look forward to reading this series in reverse order.

The first book, The Sisters Grimm saw the sisters turn 18 and defeat their father. Now as they become closer to turning 21 things are changing again. All the sisters have their own plans but may need to help one another to stop one or another from becoming bad. If you liked the first book this is another fantastic story.

I thought the sisters grim was a stand alone so was surprised to see it had a sequel. This book is very dark and follows the sisters in their drepression 3 years after the first book. I dont really understand what the book was meant to do, as theres nit much to the plot. I feel the sisters grim should have stayed a stand alone

Although I really loved The Sisters Grimm, I felt that didn't really need a follow up; it took me a while to get back into the characters, and I felt they'd really done their time in the last book.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher’s for a free copy to review.

I didn’t expect a sequel to The Sisters Grimm. It was a good read, a little slow. I was a little confused for a chapter until I realised it was a sequel.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC.

Again, while I enjoyed the plot of this book, the writing style and different POVs meant I couldn't get into it the way that I wanted to. I think Scarlet's storyline was particularly well done, but I didn't feel it as much as I should have done, given the subject matter. As a Cambridge resident, van Praag does represent the city very well.

I didn’t think Sisters Grimm would have a sequel but here we are, I am mixed on this one as I enjoyed it but found it slow and not a lot really happened. It is however very beautifully written , the narratives of each individual tying together was really good, but some points mentioned didn’t sit right and I felt should have been handled better by the author (no spoilers so can’t mention what). Overall I did enjoy this but I don’t think it’s near the level of its predecessor

Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for a free copy for an honest opinion

I absolutely loved The Sisters Grimm, and so I was excited to get stuck into this sequel - and I enjoyed it thoroughly!

Set after the events of book one, this was an emotional ride to be on. You join the sisters again to see their journeys after the trauma of the previous book.

It’s a long read, not because of the size of the book but because of the sheer amount of detail and multiple pov’s. It’s interesting and compelling.

TW’s are a must read before this one.

I really enjoyed this, and the world that the author has created is complex and magnificent

The Night of Demons and Saints by Menna Van Praag

Nights of Demons and Saints is a readable and compelling book. This book is the sequel to the Sisters Grimm, which you should read first. In Nights we are taken back into the same world and familiar characters from Sisters Grimm.

The world is very well-conceived and interesting, I wanted to know more. The narrative pacing was a little slow for me. We get the different perspectives of the sisters, which I appreciated, and this aspect maintains the momentum of the story. Once the journey begins, the narrative pacing picks up.

Overall, an enjoyable book and series that I would recommend.

Thank you to NetGalley and Bantam Press, an imprint of Transworld Publisher, Penguin Random House UK, for the opportunity to read this book.

This book is the sequel to The Sisters Grimm, by Menna van Praag and picks up a few years after the first book ends.

Goodreads Synopsis: After the battle with their demon father ends in a devastating loss, the Grimm sisters are separated. But, now three years later, as their twenty-first birthday approaches, dark fate brings them together once more.

CW/TW (may contain spoilers): Mentions of miscarriage/abortion/mentions of rape/death/infidelity/suicide/sexual assault – this is not exhaustive, I may have missed some.

May Contain Spoilers for Book 1 in the Series.

Night of Demons and Saints, by Menna Van Praag picks up a little while after the devastating effects of book 1’s conclusion. Scarlet is with Eli, Goldie is heartbroken and grief ridden, and Liyana is left destitute and lonely.

This books is beautifully written. It’s magical, whimsical, dark and compelling, much like book one. I particularly loved the little stories throughout the book, that added an eerie atmosphere to the overall tone of the book. I liked the multiple pov that continues throughout this book too, I loved seeing each of the characters individual stories and how they progressed throughout the book.

The plot was very much character driven – focusing around Goldie’s desire to bring Leo back, Scarlet’s life with Eli, and Liyana’s new job, life and relationship with Koko. However, overall not much actually happens, in terms of plot, and by the end of the book there are not really many consequences of the events that transpired. Each characters individual journey is quite compelling, it really dives into their personalities but there isn’t much overarching plot.

Following Goldie through her grief was emotional and I enjoyed her little stories throughout, and the hopeful tone by the end was sweet but overall her story is very much centred on grief and coming to terms with her loss. Scarlet’s story inspires the most emotion, namely frustration and anger. I missed the fiery Scarlet from book 1, and while her change did serve some purpose for her character, I wish it had been tackled a little quicker. Liyana’s story was one I enjoyed, I love her relationship with Koko and she was dealing with some very real consequences from book 1. But I felt some of her grief was rushed through a little bit.

Overall, some very prevalent issues are dealt with in the book, but some felt rushed and handled less than carefully – which was unfortunate. The book was a decent read, with a great tone and excellent prose but I was not fully satisfied with how some of the more personal and serious issues were handled.

*I received an eARC from Netgalley/Random House UK in exchange for an honest review.*

This book was received from the Author, and Publisher, in exchange for an honest review. Opinions and thoughts expressed in this review are completely my own.

This is a non spoiler review, because you as reader need to read this book. Also, I feel sometimes I have in the past gave away to much of the plot line. This has diminished the pleasure for would be readers.

Night of Demons & Saints by Menna van Praag follows the aftermath of The Sisters Grimm. Fast approaching the sisters twenty-first birthday

We follow the story of the Sister’s Grimm, and in this second instalment, their journey into Everwhere as their twenty-first birthday draws near.

The storyline is paced purposefully with reveals that come at just the right time, the authors multi perspective narration flows effortlessly and smoothly. Making this book a fast read one that I completely inhaled. The characters were enjoyable and I liked how they are continuing to develop.

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This is the sequel to The Sisters Grimm and takes place three years after the end of the first book. The reader is reunited with Liyana, Scarlett, and Goldie, as they approach their 21st birthdays. All three are living very different lives. I found the book a little slow at the beginning but thoroughly enjoyed getting to know the story of each sister and how their lives had changed. The reader gets to visit Everywhere once more where it is still magical and beautiful. Shadows still exist though. The story is beautifully told and deals with loneliness and longing as well as love and hope. It's a big book so curl up and enjoy it. If you enjoyed the first book, you are going to love being back with these characters in their unique world.

This was, yet again, a huge book to read. And again, not only because it was a long story, but it was very details and in depth. There were so many individual narratives in this that all linked together in places, so there were a few plot lines to follow - but that wasn’t difficult.

Night of Demons and saints is the sequel to the sisters Grimm. It takes place three years after the end of the first book and sees Goldie, Liyana and Scarlett approaching their 21st birthdays. The three Sisters are living very different lives filled with pain and sadness. The girls need to face up to the trauma they all faced to unite together and prevent a catastrophic tragedy hitting Everwhere.

This book is so beautifully written, care is taken over each and every sentence. However, this felt like a book of two halves. Very little seems to happen within the first the half of the book, but the prose is so well written it doesn't feel like a slog to get through. The narrative really picks up during the second part of the book and it's so difficult to put it down. As each sister's story progresses, you become engrossed in their stories and feel your heart breaking with them.

This is unique, sometimes strange novel that I truly enjoyed reading. It's a tale of finding yourself and sisterhood, however, I do think it could do with some trigger warnings for some of the storylines.

Thank you to the publishers and Netgalley for providing an arc in return for an honest review.

Night of Demon And Saints is the follow up to Sisters Grimm set three years after the first book. Goldie isn’t coping with her grief, her little brother has turned from a cute kid in to a monstrous resentful teenager, Scarlet is stagnating in her Stepford wife life with Eli and Lilyana is trying to cope with her aunts increasingly worrying behaviour without the support of her girlfriend. The sisters still meet in Everwhere but are becoming increasingly alienated from each other as their real lives become more fraught. It’s also where their dead sister Bea whispers in Goldie’s ear that there’s a way to bring Leo back from the dead. That always works out well.
I read the first book a while ago so it took me a bit to remember how it all fit together and this book is dark. Everyone is depressed and lonely in their own ways and where the sisters should find solace in each other they only become increasingly isolated. There was no real plot, Leo being a tree was never really explained it all felt a bit half baked. Also Goldie’s brat of a brother needed a severe reality check. And the whole Eli thing was odd after the first book. Unsatisfying.

This is a story that is easy reading, you can curl up on the couch with it and have the day pass by, but not much happens story wise
I was expecting more and felt a bit let down in the end