The final development of Opal's powers was also quite surprising. I was also a little surprised at the development we saw from some of the characters from Storm Glass, especially Ulrick. I was particularly happy to see Janco get so many solo moments. I was really happy to see characters return from previous books, including Yelena and Janco from the Study books. The story itself suffers a little from being somewhat unfocused, but Snyder's books have always been more character than plot driven, so it didn't dampen my enjoyment that much. The romance appears to be less of a focus than in Storm Glass, but the chapters that are there are quite enjoyable. I feel like the only time we get to see Opal happy during this book is when she is with Kade, and the more romantic chapters with him give her a much needed break. On one hand, it turns her into a much stronger character, but it also makes her much more bitter and jaded. This has resulted in Opal becoming a less trusting, less soft character, and it's really interesting to watch this development.

Between the first and the second book in the trilogy, Opal has been betrayed, lied to, and manipulated by quite a few people. We see Opal go through a lot of changes in Sea Glass. I know that some people are less fond of Opal's books then they are of the Study series, but I find that I enjoy both trilogies in their own way. Her books are so easy to read without being overly simplistic, and you just fly through the pages. I can't help but admire Snyder's ability to write a flat out enjoyable story. Sea Glass is the second book in the Glass trilogy, and the fifth book to take place in this universe.

Opal is determined to save Ulrick, and gain control back over her life, but this seems impossible when even some of her closest friends refuse to take her seriously. She is even more disgusted when no one, not even her family and friends, believes her about her encounter with Devlen, who has stolen her friend Ulrick's body through blood magic. This ability terrifies the council, who see Opal as a potentiality dangerous weapon. Her glass magic is now powerful enough to drain an opponent of all of their magic. Opal Cowan is a one trick wonder no more. In this review, there are spoiler for the end of Storm Glass, so I'm putting it under a cut.

Sea glass by maria v snyder