Review - The Perilous Sea by Sherry Thomas

Series: The Elemental Trilogy

Genre: High Fantasy

Age Group: Young Adult

Hardcover - 414pgs

Source: Purchased

Published - September 2014

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Rating: 4/5

After spending the summer away from each other, Titus and Iolanthe (still disguised as Archer Fairfax) are eager to return to Eton College to resume their training to fight the Bane. Although no longer bound to Titus by a blood oath, Iolanthe is more committed than ever to fulfilling her destiny—especially with the agents of Atlantis quickly closing in.


Soon after arriving at school, though, Titus makes a shocking discovery, one that makes him question everything he previously believed about their mission. Faced with this devastating realization, Iolanthe is forced to come to terms with her new role, while Titus must choose between following his mother's prophecies—and forging a divergent path to an unknowable future.

Before rereading this book I had some clear memories of loving this book and I’m glad those memories held true.

The second in this series never felt frivolous or unnecessary like some second books can. From the beginning Titus and Iolanthe have to face danger once again and we follow some new mysterious characters as well.  Not only are they facing danger, their faith in each other is shaken because of new events. I really enjoyed this turn of events and thought it was refreshing. This wasn’t relationship drama due to a love triangle. Instead, there is a real issue they need to work through that threatens their plans.

Once again, the world building is a little vague and confusing. Even though there are a lot of good elements in this world, Thomas doesn’t take the time to explain some of those elements. If you were able to tolerate those minor issues, in book one I think you will be find continuing in this book.

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