From the first page of this book, I knew I was going to love it. However, what I really didn’t anticipate was how dark it would get. I mean, I anticipated some darkness given the description of the book, but I didn’t really understand what that darkness would be or just how scary of a reality it could portray. Actual numbing fear gripped me throughout this story, rooting me in place and sending chills down my spine as more and more plot was unveiled. I can definitely see where the comparisons to gossip girl and get out come from, but make no mistake, Ace of Spades is it’s own beast. I would actually love to see it developed as a television series (or movie) in the future, just so this amazing story can be given the star treatment like so many of its other YA counterparts. It really gets readers thinking, putting two dynamic characters at the front of the story, full of flaws yet realistic and easy to root for. And this is only a debut from the author!!!! So excited to see what comes next!