In the second book of this trilogy, Damien is back at the academy for his second year. This proves to be even more difficult than the first. He’s been allowed back on several conditions, these don’t really faze him but he’s not sure if he’s able to work with the 3 other Cape candidates he’s been assigned to.

This book develops Damiens character into a more rounded one, bringing a sort of sensitivity to him without diminishing him. He’s still struggling with his “gift”, but has taken to heart the compulsory sessions with Alexa, trusting her enough to tell her things he’s never told anyone before. He needs this release to help him get through, however much he had originally been against it. The writing is fast paced, almost chaotic at times but a great read. The number of characters in the book made me lose track at times of who was who and what was going on. However, as I got more into the rhythm of the book, it sorted itself out in my mind. Can’t wait for the final book to see how this can be rounded off.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read and review this book.

Chris did it again.

Follow our not yet crazy crow Damien as he goes through his second year as a cape in training. Starts out thinking it's going to be just a normal year.
Learning to deal with new roomies
Mentoring first years.
And all seems like it is going well until it seems crows aren't as few and in-between as they thought.

I swear Chris knows how to paint a dramatic battle/escape. I was on the edge of my seat the whole time during It.

I didn't realise this was book 2 which is my fault for not reading things properly I think reading book 1 would have helped me get into this one more although saying that I did like reading it

Chris Tullbane has taken what was great about See These Bones, turned it to eleven, let his characters mature and develop, and then thrown the whole bunch into the deep end. Tullbane is fantastic at allowing each characters motivations and voice dictate their actions, and the growth of his protagonist(s) his clear in this novel. He expands upon the universe he's created, never diving too deeply into exposition but allowing the reader to stumble into bits and pieces of knowledge. Tullbane's action scenes remain top notch; his interpretations of each capes power allows for some fantastic combat and survival tactics to play out amongst the characters. He's also managed to carry forward mysteries and reveals from the first novel, showing a clear mapping and understanding of the overarching trilogy, which lends itself to great storytelling. In that vein, a reader should definitely read the first book before jumping into number two. However, since both are fantastic novels, that should be approached like a gift rather than a chore. Tullbane's Right Hand Red is as good as urban fantasy gets - fantastic worldbuilding, sublime character development and heartpounding action meet with just enough societal questioning and gutwrenching outcomes to keep the reader enthralled. Both of these novels have been moved to my "re-read as a palate cleanser" shelf for whenever I want to curl up with a great novel, and I have high hopes and expectations for the third.

Red Right Hand is the second book in The Murder of Crows series by Chris Tullbane and just like the first one, this book too was a wild ride.

Tullbane continues with the story of Damian, an unlikely hero, anti-hero really. Damien hasn’t changed much, at least that was my first impression. He still doesn’t give a damn or so I thought. From an antisocial, selfish boy he becomes someone who has friends and who cares about not just himself but the people around him too.

And the other characters in the story? Damian’s team, Tessa, Winter and Muse and his best friends Silt and Vibe are also likable who will do their best to have Damian’s back. I’ve to like them all.

The writing style was easy to follow and since now I knew what to expect -languagewise…it that an actual word??- I just sat back and enjoyed the story.

I highly recommend Red Right Hand, it’s fun, full of action and even some romance for those who are into that sort of thing.

Thank you to NetGalley and Ghost Falls Press for my copy.

this was a great sequel, the characters were great and I really enjoyed the storyline. I felt like there were high stakes and I was on the edge of my seat.