The Bride of Glass is a little different than its predecessor, it still continues the original story, but it’s dark and violent and leaves you scared for its heroes. It’s impressive how much character development and world-building there is in this relatively short book. There’s many more details that weren’t in the first book about how characters were imprisoned in the Glass Vault and what happened to them when they were there. The action begins on the very first page and never lets up. I was surprised by the myriad of emotions he wound up eliciting in me. In addition to the other characters in the book, you get to read Vale’s backstory and discover that there are multiple facets to this otherwise despicable character. Once she out from under his control, her remorse and guilt is easy to understand and heartfelt. Perrie has been transformed into the Bride by Vale, and for the first half of the story, is not only his victim, but also commits some pretty horrific acts herself.

The story is quite dark and Maisie interjects some much needed humor. Maisie is featured much more prominently here, which is welcome because she’s such a fun and quirky character. Infamous literary and historical figures make appearances as Perrie, Maisie, and Neven, seek to stop Vale and send him and his Glass Vault back where they belong. I absolutely loved Quinsey Wolfe’s Glass Vault, and unbelievably, this is even better! A combination of horror and fairytale retelling, it picks up where the the first book concluded. It’s much darker than the previous book and due to the violence and some sexual scenes, I’d recommend this for older teens and adults. With The Bride of Glass, Candace Robinson brings her imaginative Glass Vault duology to an exciting conclusion. Together, she hopes to bring down Vale and rid the world of the destruction he has caused. Maisie Jaser is on a rescue mission to retrieve her cousin and best friend, Perrie. Can Perrie find a way to escape her mental prison? Synopsis: Perrie Madeleine is trapped in Vale’s clutches as the Bride. Thanks to Candace for providing an eARC in exchange for an honest review.

Vault of Glass by Candace Robinson