I received an early eARC of this book through NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.

Outstanding - my pick for one of the top YA books of next year.

I don't think that I have ever read a YA book that centred on the Aztec culture, something that fascinated me so much as a child, and I adored this.

There have been so many stories over the last year or so revolving around arranged marriages, or winning princes hearts ect. that I must admit, I entered this book a little jaded. However Lani has woven this magical world with such finesse that it drew me in and I couldn't put it down.

Rich culture interwoven with demi gods, friendship, romance, betrayal, secrets, plots, war and tested loyalties. This has everything I love and more.

Word to the wise though, this story will suck you in and you will be left as desperate as I am for the sequel. I cannot wait to follow these characters on the next step of their journey.