What a wonderful book! I was sold on the fact that this was an f/f YA fantasy, so I knew that this was going to be one I enjoyed.

I absolutely loved the fact that this was a fantasy of manners, something that I just don't read very often. Usually my fantasy books involve lots of blood and murder, and while you get some of that in Queen of Coin and Whispers, much of the politicking goes on behind the scenes. Disrupting alliances, scheming against enemies, and uncovering treasonous plots are at the core of this fantasy of manners, and I loved that.
Lia and Xania are two badass women that are so perfectly matched in terms of personality, strengths, and beliefs. They compliment each other so incredibly well -- something I don't always find with YA romances (one character always seems to not quite be worthy of the other, which is so frustrating!). I really loved watching their relationship blossom and the way their interactions with each other changed.

You should absolutely pick up this book if you're looking for a fun and pacy f/f YA romance! I'm eagerly awaiting Helen's next book -- she's a new favourite author!