Immortal Games—Chaos, Charm, and Found Family in a Magical Mess

Lauretta Hignett’s Immortal Games, the second book in the Imogen Gray series, somehow manages to top the first—and I didn’t think that was possible. I may have reviewed book three Immortal World out of order (binge-reading habits, what can I say?), but circling back to this one reminded me why I fell in love with this series in the first place.

At a Glance

The Plot

Imogen Gray is still the immortal mess we adore—sarcastic, world-weary, and begrudgingly starting to care about the people around her. After keeping everyone at arm’s length for what feels like forever, she’s now found herself surrounded by a mismatched but lovable bunch: Lucas, her foster son; Raphael, the swoon-worthy Vampire King; Marigold, the no-nonsense town witch; and Father Benson, whose devotion to his flock is starting to break through even Imogen’s well-worn shields.

In this installment, a fae prince crashes the party—literally. Mischievous, seductive, and maddening, he sets his sights on Raphael (Imogen is not having it), and soon turns Emerald Valley into his personal playground of magical chaos. Imogen and her growing crew must deal with his increasingly wild antics while also trying to keep the town from imploding.

Characters That Shine

Imogen continues to be a standout. She’s sharp-tongued, emotionally stunted, and absolutely brilliant. Watching her thaw—just a little—with each book is incredibly satisfying. Her relationship with Raphael is slow-burn perfection, full of banter, longing, and moments of real tenderness. I love how Hignett doesn’t rush their dynamic but still makes every scene between them sizzle.

Lucas, Marigold, and Father Benson shine as part of Imogen’s found family, and the way each of them pushes past her defenses feels authentic and earned. The humor is a highlight—dry, sarcastic, and sometimes delightfully absurd. (Yes, I’m still thinking about that banana and the Tupperware incident.)

A World Bursting with Magic and Mischief

Hignett’s world continues to expand in fun, unpredictable ways. Magical creatures are falling through portals, causing mayhem, and Imogen is the poor soul who has to handle them. Whether it’s fighting monsters or dealing with fae with no boundaries, the pacing never lags. The action is tight, the dialogue snappy, and the emotional moments hit just as hard as the battles.

Final Thoughts

Immortal Games is fast, fierce, funny, and full of heart. It’s the perfect continuation of Imogen’s journey—one that deepens her character, builds out her relationships, and throws just enough magical chaos into the mix to keep you fully entertained. If you love snarky heroines, slow-burn romance, magical hijinks, and found family vibes, this book (and series) belongs on your shelf.

Lauretta Hignett has created something special with Imogen Gray—and I, for one, am sticking around for every messy, magical, laugh-out-loud moment.