this book oh my. words cant even describe it. Marissa is one of my favorite authors and this book reminded me why. to be honest i was hesitant starting this book, enough alice in wonderland spin offs have been created to make me wary of this one (especially about the queen of hearts). but i thoroughly enjoyed this origin story, quick to fall in love with the characters, Jest and Cath made my heart so very happy. i wasnt expecting the ending that came but it truly adds to how i think of the queen of hearts now. the fact that she'd experienced so much heartbreak and had been forced to be with the king (i have very mixed feelings about him, i think it was a bit odd to have him going after Cath >.<). and finally being able to say off with their head. it gives more depth to this character and i adored it.