I was sick this weekend with strep throat (yuck) and finished two and a half books I think.
The first was the second in the Pellinor series The Riddle.
The Riddle is a deeper, darker story from the first novel. It delves into Maerad's feelings about being a bard, her quest for her true identity, and more (that I don't want to spoil for you.) Her character really develops in this novel. I do say I really love Alison Croggon's characters and stories. I can't wait to go to the library tomorrow to get the third in the series!