I really, really adored Unearthly and that came as quite a shock to me because I usually do not like angel books. But Unearthly was different. It kind of stole my heart and it even ended up being mentioned on my favorite books of 2010 list. So needless to say Hallowed was a very anticipated book for me and rest assured that I loved it.

I'm going to say it right now, I have no idea how I'm going to review this book. None. I have so many feelings, but it's going to be so hard to share them without giving anything away. I will say that this book is completely captivating. I had the most horrible time putting it down. Everything was ignored until I finished this book. Cynthia Hand is very talented at hooking her readers and not letting them go until the very last word.

Hallowed made me feel very different than Unearthly. The first book made me feel all warm and fuzzy. It made me fall hopelessly in love with Tucker Avery. This one has a more serious spin. It's very emotional. That's really all I can say without spoiling some things for you.

Some of the mysteries in the first book are revealed. Some new ones are put into play. I was the tiniest, most miniscule amount disappointed with one aspect of the book. (Vague much? But when you read it I bet you will understand what I'm talking about.) It was not enough to bring the rest of the book down and I have a feeling that book 3 will more than make up for it.

Overall this is a fantastic follow-up. Unearthly was not just a one shot deal. This is proving to be a really extraordinary series. I apologize for my vague review, but I really don't want to give anything away. You will just have to read it and find out for yourself. Trust me, you do not want to miss it.