I'm so sorry besties, I really wanted to enjoy this because I've only heard good but god damn?? This was Boring with a capital B. The idea is top tier - it has all the elements that should make it a 5-star read. But holy cannoli, the writing was so slow and so dry and I couldn't get into any of the characters' heads or hearts. They felt very 2D. The only reason I'm even considering picking up book 2 is because of the setting. It just has so much potential!!