Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for giving me an e-ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

I absolutely loved this book! I enjoyed the first book in this series, but this one stole my heart! Death and Faith are just *chef’s kiss*. The banter between them is superb and their chemistry is off the charts. Honestly the banter between all the characters was fantastic!

I don’t want to spoil anything, but all the revelations that came about in this book were so good! I loved watching Faith grow into her powers and watching Death open up more.

Sometimes the book could be a little cheesy, but it’s super endearing and somehow it just works! I got very attached to all of these characters.

The end practically had me sobbing. Of course the book was left on a cliffhanger which is my only complaint about it and I’m only complaining because I need to know what’s going to happen and I don’t want to have to wait a year again to find out! Do yourself a favor and read this series! It’s the best grim reaper romantasy series I’ve read!

I am just going to do what we teachers call a sandwich. The cover looks great! The wording and grammar make me want to rage enough that I would have written a seriously different review had I not taken a deep breath. The story idea is original.

THIS. WAS. AMAZING!!!!

I read this series years ago when it was on Wattpad. I am so happy that we are getting a newer version in print. This boom starts where book 1 left off. Faith and Death. Ugh! I love them so much. We have new characters being added. The roller coaster ride is insane. Everything that we thought we knew was wrong. So many things get revealed. That ending...... ugh. Be prepared for a cliffhanger! I need book 3 stat.

This book is nonstop. There's always something happening, and the story progression is so well done. I loved the banter between Faith and Death, and how their relationship continues to change and grow as the story goes on. The author did a great job at making me/the reader in general feel the same as Faith at times toward Death, conflicted and wondering off and on if I really do like him. He's a raging, cursed, red flag, but there's something so likeable about a morally grey man who deep down has a heart of gold for the ones he cares about.

I also loved the lore and culmination of different religious mythos. Choosing to make our main character's name Faith and having her walk hand in hand with, and at times against, Death, even running into the Devil himself, was such a chef kiss touch of symbolism. I definitely recommend this book, but with the caution that it's for mature audiences. There's a lot of sexual themes and instances that might be a bit triggering or inappropriate for younger audiences. Keep that in mind before diving into the book. Seriously looking forward to the next one in the series. Dying to see what comes next for our feisty protagonist and broody love interest.

This series is super fun! I loved reading this one Wattpad many years ago and I am loving these published versions. Such a fun an easy read!

The plot, the character development.. wow I’m so happy with this! I’m not a fan of cliffhangers and man did this have a big one! Lol so I’m now lost on what to do with myself while I wait.
I laughed way more than I thought I would, the wing thing had me DYING😂 I’ll be waiting for book 3, and I’m excited to get this for my shelf!

Death is My Ride or Die just gave me one hell of a ride! It was such an exhilarating journey from start to finish and kept me hooked with every turning events.

Death and Faith scenes are definitely spicier and you guys should look forward to!! It was a rollercoaster of emotions and took me through every possible feeling.
This one must be on your shelves!!

I struggled to put into words how impressed I am to be honest.. everything from the plot to the development of the characters has been phenomenal. I have been a long to reader of Katarina Tonks from Wattpad and followed this story for many years and I am so happy with how the published version has turned out! The tension and chemistry between Death and Faith just pulls you in on another level. I also enjoyed more inclusion of other characters that just tied it all together and added so much more to the story line.

Thank you to Wattpad Books and NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for an honest review!

Death is My Ride or Die by Katarina E. Tonks is the 2nd book in The Death Chronicles. The story revolves around Faith Williams, who has a love-hate relationship with Death, the Grim Reaper of lore. In the previous book, their relationship went through the gamut, and it continues developing in this book. Faith has to deal with saving her friend Marcy and learning about how her powers have expanded. Sinister forces are also nearby, hoping to have Faith all to themselves. With the balance between the light and dark hanging in the balance, will Faith be able to figure out her complicated feelings for Death?

Here is an atmospheric excerpt from Chapter 1:

"Tick. Tick. When I opened my eyes, the illusion that I was safe evaporated.
Across the way, Malphas, dressed in silk, lounged on a Victorian style red velvet couch. His raven-black hair was woven together in warrior brais and neatly tied back. Bathed in soft lighting, the room was bare except for a large Persian rug, a rather ornate coffee table, and the couches where we sat opposite each other.
Moments before, I had been in the corn maze in Pleasant Valley fighting for my life against hell hounds and demons. Malphas had grabbed me, and now we were... here."

Overall, Death is My Ride or Die is an action-packed romantasy that will appeal to fans of Phantasma by Kaylie Smith or the Supernatural TV show from the CW. One highlight is the original premise. When I first picked up this series, I loved reading about how Death, the Grim Reaper, was now in the modern-day world. I liked reading about modern-day things like record companies mixed with the supernatural mystery of Death and the other beings in hell. While reading the sequel, I still felt the sense of wonder that I did in the first book.

I did take off 1 star because I felt like Faith and Death's relationship just kept getting worse and worse. I thought that they were going from friends to lovers, but in this book, they annoy each other, hurt each other, lie to each other, etc. I have no idea what Faith sees in Death anymore, like what she could possibly be attracted to, and in many moments in this book, I don't think Faith found anything attractive about Death anymore. Based on the synopsis, I thought this would be a standard romantasy, but their on-again, off-again relationship got on my nerves. If you're intrigued by the excerpt above, or if you're a fan of YA fantasy in general, I recommend that you check out this book when it comes out in September!

Wow! Let's start with wow! I mean this book felt like it had everything from romance to comedy to badass action scenes. I found myself actually laughing out loud on a couple parts.
I was absolutely obsessed with the tension between Faith and Death. (Can't lie though I wish a little more happened between them) Literally could not put the book down and finished it in about 24 hours.
The character development is chefs kiss! 🤌
I absolutely loved seeing the change in Faith to becoming a stronger character and seeing (rarely) a softer side to Death.
Thank you thank you thank you to the author for letting me read this book early on NetGalley! I've never reviewed a book like this before and I felt honored to get the opportunity. Especially for a book I've loved from the very beginning.
I cannot wait for the third book to come out!!! 🙌

Thank you NetGalley, Wattpad WEBTOON Book Group, and Wattpad Books for a digital ARC of Death is My Ride or Die!

This is the second book of the Death Chronicles. I absolutely recommend this series, because they are everything you want in a romance fantasy. This book was filled with humor, enemies-to-lovers, and suspense. I really enjoyed reading about the characters from the first book as well as the new ones introduced in this book. If you want a good young adult fantasy romance book, this is the one to read. It will have you dying from laughter, blushing at the romance, and enthralled with the plot.

All the YES! This book was FANTASTIC! Faith's unique relationship is written so intriguing. I think this is going to be a fantastic PNR fans read, not just for teens but for adults too.

“Death is My Ride or Die" by Katarina E. Tonks is a fantastic sequel that surpassed my expectations in every way. As a fan of “Death is My BFF,” I was so excited to dive back into this complex world with its witty dialogue, multi-layered characters, and mysterious storyline. This book takes all those elements to the next level with incredible world-building, hilarious banter, non-stop action, and palpable tension between the two leads!

In this installment, I was delighted to see that the romance takes center stage as Faith discovers more about herself and the Grim Reaper. Both intriguing and heart-wrenching, the fiery connection Faith feels for Death is questioned, and she sets out to understand if what she feels between them is real. Meanwhile, Faith fights for her life against powerful forces, making crucial decisions about whom she can trust and what direction to take when faced with life-threatening choices. The romance is significantly intensified, allowing us to understand the characters on a much deeper level.

For those of us who love enemies-to-lovers, hate/love, grumpy/sunshine, and forced-proximity tropes, this book is the jackpot. Death remains a true villain, yet one we can't help but love him. Unlike many other books, where authors backtrack on the villainous ways of the lead (a pet peeve of mine), this story maintains Death’s complex, morally gray nature, yet balanced in a way where he is still a worthy love interest for the protagonist.

My favorite part of the book was the laugh-out-loud, hilarious one-liners throughout. The back-and-forth between Death and Faith is next-level, showcasing Faith’s strong-willed nature and determination to fight whatever comes her way. The suspense kept me on the edge of my seat. It felt like anything could happen at any moment and that was awesome. I was completely engrossed in the story and am eagerly waiting for Book 3!!

If you love villains, fierce female characters, fantasy/magic, and humor, this epic story is a must-read!

Death is My Ride or Die is a great example of a sequel done right. All the things that made Death is My BFF an enjoyable read are here, improved, and in abundance. The comedic back and forth between characters is where this series shines, and every chapter is able to fit in some laughs. The romance is where this book improved the most from Death is My BFF. There are a lot more romance scenes and the more intimate moments are fleshed out and feel a lot deeper. Many awesome new characters with their own unique powers and abilities are introduced in this book and older ones are given the time that they deserve. After reading this book, I think most people will have a new favorite character of the series. Overall Death is My Ride or Die knows what made Death is My BFF great and is a bigger and better sequel because of it.

The first book was a mixture of nostalgia and new excitement and I loved every second of it from beginning to end, so to say I had high expectations for the second book in the series is an understatement. I came out of this book feeling so many emotions. I was feeling joy, sadness, anger, betrayal, and disbelief and it only left me wanting more after that cliffhanger ending. The slow burn of the romance between Death and Faith is so magnetic and electrifying that the tension feels like it's about to snap at any second. Katarina Tonks does such a wonderful job at making sure that you get immersed in the story that she's trying to tell. I felt like I was pulled into the scene as I was reading and it was playing like a movie inside my head. The character development that both male and female protagonists go through while trying to work together as well as juggle their attraction together had me screaming every few pages. I loved seeing the beginnings of vulnerability in Death as he spends more time with Faith. He is forced to recognize that fire in her and learns to admire her stubborn streak, even though it's usually used against him. The fact that he, on some level, holds a lot of respect for her but puts a wall between them to protect not only himself but her as well had me in a puddle of fluff. In regards to Faith's journey, she is the strong-willed, compassionate female I wish to be. She's terrified of her situation but is determined to make the most of it to get to the next day. The amount of patience, open empathy, and compassion she has for the Grim Reaper is such a juxtaposition to Death, but it works so well. We see her go from this scared, clueless eighteen-year-old to this strong, independent, determined young woman who just wants to save those she holds dear. In addition, the Seven being introduced in the second installment was one of my favorite parts. Their funny banter, individual personality, and brotherhood were something I just wanted more and more of. Every character introduced had me on the edge of my seat. This book had me dropping it every so often to comprehend the plot twists, squealing at all the interactions between characters, and sometimes making me want to cry and throw the book across the room. It was such an amazing read, I can't wait for more.

Much like the first book in this series, the sequel was fast-paced and easy to get through. I felt thoroughly entertained for the entirety of the novel and I can confidently say there weren’t any dull or boring parts. I am very curious to see what will happen in the next book. (And of course I’m hoping for a happy ending for Death and Faith.)

Okay this book was cute in a very Wattpad-y kind of way.

It had the fun banter, the reaper frat boys, fantasy, romance, modern day sorta setting. Definitely cute and fun to read, probably not one I would pick up again. I don't think I'm the right readership for this book, however, I really did enjoy it as a whole. It was funny, cute, and just a fun read all in all. It's simply corny and cliche, and I loved it for that.

Definitely one of those books you pick up when you need a good lift in the spirits and just to laugh at the banter and cliches!

Thank you NetGalley for an eARC!

I need to start this by stating this review is for the version of this book that will be available September 2024 and not for any older version that might have been available on Wattpad.
Well you have to admit that Faiths life has been turned upside down since Death came breathing hot ( or is that cold ? ) and heavy down her neck. Suddenly she has powers she neither understands or knows how to use and is struggling with those pesky reactions to his admittedly gorgeous, hunky and yep pretty scary self ! Malpas, Deaths father (boo hiss ! hehe ! ) is helping Ahriman create a very unholy army which has left Death trapped in Purgatory without his powerful scythe ! Add in that Lucifer isn’t exactly honest as he too wants Faith to read the Book of the Dead which is so not happening. So what’s a girl to do ? Well if your names Faith it’s definitely to come out swinging !
I think if you enjoy sparky heroines with runaway mouths and an odd sense of humour that you will enjoy reading about the adventures of Faith as she’s struggling to come to terms with being this amazing being of light. I don’t think she’s for everybody admittedly but I’ve enjoyed both these books. Yes she reads as young and sometimes naive but I cannot fault her gung ho , lets keep trying attitude. I can even see that Death even when alive didn’t have much fun or happiness and being constantly challenged by Faith seems to raise not just awareness and attraction but possibly the big L ? Hmm this story isn’t over and actually ends on a wee bit of a cliffhanger again but at least it kept me eagerly turning the pages which is never a bad thing .
This voluntary take is of a copy I requested from Netgalley and my thoughts and comments are honest and I believe fair

As someone who has been a dear fan from the start of the Wattpad days, Book 2 has come back stronger and better than ever. We see a side of Death we never really got to see before and has made me fall in love with him even more. Of course, Faith and Death’s chemistry and humor is unmatched, but their love and loyalty for each other — and don’t even get me started on the romance scenes that Kat is graciously spoiling us with in this book — really had me giggling and kicking my feet the entire time.

Faith and Death are truly ride or dies through and through. I already knew the general story and what to expect for Book 2 as a long time reader, but gosh — reading this new version still had me on the edge of my seat wondering what would happen next. And the ending? Phew. Pulled my heart strings a bit. Cupcakes, y’all are for sure in for a ride for what might happen next in Book 3!

I am extremely thankful to be able to get this book earlier then others, and finally end my suffering and grt to read it. First, trying to be as spoiler free as possible for those who dont want to read this book I am telling that I have seen many improvements from the first published book and even more from the wattpad version. The book has more weight to it, and I see the more mature and fleshed out ways the characters act on their feelings and decisions. After this book it seems like I really do know who Faith, Death and all of the characters are, the villains are more fleshed out and, their personalities more understandable and it made it so much more enjoyable to read. (Spoilery review!) Now onto the contents of the book, the changed scenes all are more impactful to me as a reader and to the story, and definetely some are more steamy. In this book I can feel how Faith and Death are conflicted in their feelings, and how maybe in the start they were only acting towards their attraction to one another, but it progesively becomes something more serious in the long run. Some of the things that I wasn't that big a fan of are that some scenes have bewn changed drastically from the wattpad version that sometimes they felt very barebones, and in that case i would have just taken them out, because some of the new ones have been such awesome additions that i think the book would've been fine with just them. Now onto the bickering couple. I reread this book about 3 times now, and the first time i didnt realy notice because I was giggling the whole time I was reading it, but a lot of the arguments that Death and Faith have are very repetitive and happen at least 4 times in the same exact way, of course myself I don't mind this since I will gobble anything Kat puts out for us, but a bit more focus on the plot then the arguments would have been nice, since the last battle seems very rushed.

But ignoring all of that, I cannot express how much fun I had while reading this book. It felt like I was going to have a panic attack when my NetGalley request was accepted and troughout all of the book I was giggling and kicking my feet. So thank you Kat for taking us onto this journey abd blessing us with the writing, I CANNOT WAIT FOR THE NEXT BOOK!!!