This story is one of those stories that shows you not only the beauty of writing/ reading, but also the beauty of characters and fantasy- the beauty of storytelling.

There was something to compelling after I stared at the PhantomRin art, and I only spurred harder to read it when it arrived on my doorstep.

I picked it up- never knowing this book would be a game changer. I've been so locked under door and key within my book slump that I never dreamed this book would be the pick to break the lock.

The characters were my favorite. Nothing is more satisfying than these beautiful, complex, loving and down right captivating characters that suck you in and douse you with flame and water. Lark and Tiras destroyed my heart- my soul as everything just became them. Their relationship, interactions and personalities destroyed my every being.

I have no been so emotionally and physically moved by a book in so long. Lark completely stole me away with heart ache and tears- Tiras likewise. Together they made me cry (obviously), made me scream, made me laugh-smile and brought goose bumps and chills at their words.

Nothing was greater than finding a story to bring me back into feeling those kind of emotions- I loved this story.

My only complaint is that the story is so short- only a standalone... because I would devour another immediately. Everything was spectacular- a true fantasy lovers dream- AND IT WAS A STANDALONE FANTASY! I've never read a standalone fantasy that made everything wrap up perfectly and leave me happy and enjoying it more than life itself (but also being upset because ONE book is not enough- though it was if that makes sense).

The writing was so lyrical and eloquent... so fantastical and heart wrenching. Harmon did absolutely exquisite with her technique and skills. I cannot stop gushing about this book to my book friends over FaceTime or text.

The book is special.