I don’t know what I was expecting when I started this, but it thoroughly surprised me in some of the best ways. I laughed while reading this, made me upset and angry when it needed to and I was happy for Maia with the things that she was able to accomplish with the odds that were against her.

There were things that were revealed towards the end of the book and I want to know how they intersect with the lore and the myths that we learned throughout the story. I’m excited for the next book!

Pros:
-The magic system and the lore. How magic was attained, how it could be used and the stories/myths/legends were really cool to read about
-The writing was really good
-I loved how family was a strong aspect in this book. Maia goes off in her father’s and brother’s stead because of her love for them and wanting to create a better life for the 3 fo them after all of the death and pain that they have already been thru.
-The romance between Maia and Edan was VERY cute