Rise of a Queen is the second book in the duo series here and it pretty much kicks off right after the ending of the first book. I do recommend that you do need to read the first book. I was really intrigued by this book because there are elements of a psychological thriller and suspenseful elements because there are hints that the hero poisoned her sister, and her father is trying to come after her, and she is having to have these trust issues, and there are things happening where the heroine believes that she is going crazy (literally) because her sister had episodes and now there is this belief that she is seeing things that aren't there. So there is this level of intensity that really builds within this story. The relationship is pushed to the limits but at the same time there is so much heart that is developed in this one. I was so fascinated to see where the author was taking their relationship, and we see so many facets into the hero's character as well and seeing him as a redeemable character. There is a sense of family connection and rebuilding bridges that I truly enjoyed. I really am so glad that I picked up this duo series because I wasn't sure if this author would work for me, I do think moving forward her books are either going to be a hit or miss for me. But I am happy that I found a couple of books from this author that I just so quickly fell in love with. Now finally I want to say that this book left me in all of my feels and had such a satisfying ending to the twist in the end.