Okay honestly this was soooo much better this time around! I enjoyed the main and side plots, the hints at complicated romances, the political intrigue…it was just an easy 4, almost 5! 

I think reading assassins blade first is to thank for that, the story felt so much more grounded and I knew more about both the world and Celena, it made it much more enjoyable!! 

I kinda can’t wait to read crown of midnight! I’m glad I’ve given this series another chance, I feel like this is a good sign…