“Look somewhere else, Nina. I’m only so strong.”

I actually felt like I was immersed in this book! So many books lately are really getting the vibes right *clap* I’m not sure exactly what the background/world was built on but I felt like I was in Ireland for some reason and I loved it

“Your God turned his head from this place a long time ago, Ma. We’re the only gods here.”

A CLIFFHANGER. RUDE. The last part?? CRYING

The House of Lords should have accounted for an angry boy who might one day stumble onto a crate of fake idium, might board a train back to the brink and divulge. Might one day lead an army of revolutionaries.

This was such a strong intro into this new fantasy series. There were twists and reveals that I did not see coming (but are we surprised?? Most of the time I really should see them coming lmao), and I love when a book can take me by surprise. I love when you just can’t put it down.

“No one will touch you, Nina. They wouldn’t dare. You have my word.”
“And what does your word count for, exactly?”

Found family. Morally grey characters. A perfect MMC (uh, in my mind). A desperate, strong FMC. Great side characters. Tension. Unique magic. So good. I loved the time jump in the beginning, I thought it added so much to the story! The politics, the class separation, corruption, scheming, death, the world-building. Yesss

Thank you so much to Simon and Schuster Canada and the author for this ARC!

Was I crying, or was blood running down my face?