The Cruel Prince was a book I said I would never read because I thought it was a romance. It was only recently that I found out it was not, and that it was actually a book filled with political intrigue. I did enjoy it immensely, but I also found it a bit childish. It is definitely for younger readers. I didn’t expect it to end how it did. 
I love Jude as a character and how she develops. I’m very interested to see where she goes in the future.
Cardan was a a-hole but there were times where I could tell that there was more to him than that. 
I also liked the supporting characters. The role Taryn played in all of this actually shocked me. 
I am really excited to continue the series and see where it all goes.