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In this Scarlet Pimpernel–inspired sequel to For Darkness Shows the Stars, the world continues to be divided sharply into the haves and have-nots, except the latter now have access to medicine that can harm the empowered. There's satisfying muddying of good and evil, and the irascible Persis, playing dual roles as flighty aristocrat and underground savior, is a strong core.