Thanks to Orbit for the copy of this book!

"It happened because, five hundred years ago, a boy wore a crown-- had every abundance in the world-- but always asked for MORE."

What an absolutely perfect sequel. Not only did Rachel Gillig deliver action, adventure, and a satisfying conclusion, she gave us IONE AND ELM. And ohhh my goodness did I love their romance so much. Ione is the perfect, fiery female MC and Elm is top-tier book boyfriend material. "I'd be your King, but always your servant. Never your keeper." MELT. I absolutely loved the arcs of every single character in this book and can't recommend it enough.