Cage of Dreams

By: Rebecca Schaeffer

Narrated by: Saskia Maarleveld

In this thrilling sequel and conclusion to the City of Nightmares duology, which has been praised as ""so much fun readers will stay up all night to finish it"" (Kirkus, starred review), Ness is forced to make a twisted deal with the Nightmare Phantom—only to find herself embroiled in the explosive fallout of the agreement when a botched assassination attempt unleashes chaos into the City of Newham.

Nineteen-year-old Ness used to have a vehement terror of Nightmares—people who’d been turned into their worst fears while they slept. Through two assassination attempts, an explosion, and a faustian bargain with a dream demon, she’s finally working through those fears.

Unfortunately, Nightmares aren’t the only dangerous thing in Newham. Working at a speakeasy where gunfights are common and death is a regular occurrence, Ness is forced to reckon with all her other fears—including her fear of mortality. It’s easy to die in Newham, but it’s hard to live.

So when the Nightmare Phantom—the monster that turns people into Nightmares—shows up, asking her another favor, she agrees, but only if he turns her into a Nightmare. One of her own choosing, something bullet proof and strong and able to live without fear.

But when Ness’s attempt to fulfill the bargain goes wrong, things start to spiral out of control. Now, Ness is in the crosshairs of enemies old and new, and this time, she can’t run from her problems. If she wants to survive, she’s going to have to conquer the most difficult enemy of all: herself

Fabulous

I loved both of these books. A refreshing and unique story line. The only downside is this appears to be the end.

Great story that is unique

Love this story, it is so unique and was a great listen. My only critique would be that the same point would be reiterated ALOT and reiterated a lot through monologues. There was A LOT of inner monologuing. But otherwise, a story I haven't heard of before with great characters and narrator that was easy to listen to.

Fun World

Overall great duology. Exciting and unique world, likeable characters, good writing. and Saskia narrating.. Can't go wrong. Ness inner monologues do get repetitive, like shut up already Ness you have repeated the same thing in your head every 5 mins lol. but still great book and amazing narration. worth the read.

Just as good as the First book

Wish both the first and this book got more love and attention. Definitely worth the buy

I enjoyed this as much as the first!

Really liked this series. Mad fantasy fan; if you are also try these books. Has a little something for people with nightmares.