I loved the concept of this book, and it was a great read overall. The writing style gave the story and easy flow, and the setting of Shanghai was beautiful. 

I did like the main characters of Juliette and Roma alot but part of me feels like I never fully connected to them, and I found myself wishing we got more from Kathleen, Mars and Ben. 

The plot was interesting - I'm a sucker for Mob stories and I enjoyed the politics played within the gangs, but I will say some points I did see coming - especially the ending bit with Mars. 

But i still thoroughly enjoyed it and i  cannot wait for the sequel. I'm hoping that I'll feel more connected to Roma and Juliette, and everything works out for them. Somehow.


CONTENT WARNING - Bugs.There is graphic descriptions of creepy crawlies and lice like bugs throughout the whole novel of bugs that burrow into people's head and cause a madness that makes them rip their throat out.