I even got Snow White vibes with the use of an evil sorceress, a huntsman, and stealing hearts. An unusual - if, admittedly, not original - idea became just another clone for the pile. I was just really disappointed that the plot veered off, moving the focus off of the concept of a world where time is currency, and more towards the common fantasy aspects of good vs evil and destiny. Note to YA fantasy heroines: You're not ignoring it if you keep bringing it up. The visions grew repetitive, as did the constant brushing up against Liam and feeling chills/weird feelings that she pretends to ignore. It was a struggle to get through at times. Most of Evermore consists of Jules travelling around and having visions, all so that she can locate a weapon that is said to be able to kill the Sorceress. This book turns its focus to stopping the Sorceress.

Unlike some other readers, I never saw much similarity between the first book and the movie 'In Time', aside from a vaguely-similar premise. Holland explored how being able to buy and sell time from your life would affect people, and society at large, which I thought was fascinating. I thought this was a shame, as it was the most interesting aspect of Everless for me. In this sequel, the use of time as currency did not play much of a role in the story. I’ve read countless fantasy books where a young woman must stop the evil tyrant, whilst accompanied by sexy dude I didn't need another one. Those who felt so-so about Everless could enjoy this more, as it does indeed read more like regular YA fantasy. One reviewer pointed out that this book loses the somewhat sci-fi feel of the first book and moves more towards traditional fantasy. The ending is the strongest part of the book - nicely wrapped-up but with the lingering suggestion that there is more to the story - and yet even that couldn't save it for me. I really wish I could say I enjoyed this as much as Everless.

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