Eddie Russett’s future is being laid out for him: an arranged marriage to Violet DeMauve to increase the genetic potential of redness in the powerful family, then a quick execution in the Green Room after his trial for murder. Except, Eddie did not kill anyone, and he is in love with his co-defendant, the capricious Jane Grey. Trying to prove their innocence is difficult, as the Rules of Chromatacia are narrow and rigid, and time is running out. When their pursuits end up peeling away some of the centuries-old beliefs they held, Eddie and Jane discover that maybe, just maybe, they can find freedom Somewhere Else. However, Somewhere Else also brings Someone Else—one who may not want anyone from Chromatacia to leave the strict confines of their world. VERDICT The sequel to Fforde’s Shades of Grey continues to flesh out the inflexible society of the Colortocracy and Eddie’s pursuit to discover the truths about his world. The satirical dystopian setting and memorable characters highlight Fforde’s skill with worldbuilding and dialogue.