Publisher:Knopf Books for Young Readers
Publication date: May 2020
Surviving a few weeks at the world's most lethal boarding school was one thing. But now comes the real test: Can November Adley find her missing father before her enemies find her? Subterfuge is the name of the game in this thrilling sequel to Killing November, from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of How to Hang a Witch.
After surviving a crash course in espionage at the mysterious Academy Absconditi, November has only one purpose: finding her missing father. Along with fellow student (and heartthrob) Ash, November follows the clues that her father left, embarking on the deadliest treasure hunt of her life. The first clue is in her hometown, where old friends beckon and unexpected enemies lurk around every corner. The second clue is in Europe, where revelations about her family's history will plunge her into an international web of deception, lies, and intrigue. The third clue is deep in enemy territory, surrounded by the most skilled assassins and master strategists, and where everyone wants her and her father dead. Can one girl with limited training infiltrate a centuries-old organization that is powerful enough to topple empires? November only knows that she'll do whatever it takes to save her father . . . or die trying.
Hunting November is the follow up to Killing November. This one picks up very soon after the events of the first book. You really can't read this one without having read the first book. So many things are spoiled in this one and it, for the most part, assumes you have read the first one. Having said that, I did enjoy the book and I think I liked it more than Killing November.
I felt like I got to know the characters a lot more in this book, especially November and Ash. Getting to know more of their childhoods helped to make them more fleshed out characters. In this one, they are looking for November's father and have to venture out of the school. The expansion of their world beyond the campus made it more interesting. There was a "National Treasure" vibe because they basically are on a treasure hunt all over Europe using clues and maps. I really enjoyed that aspect of the book. There were a few surprises and the book definitely kept me on my toes. I'm not sure if this is just a duology or if there will be more books involving Ash and November. Either way, I was satisfied with how this one ended. It wrapped up the two books nicely. I definitely recommend this one, but start with the first one if you haven't read it.
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