4.5 stars.

Gritty, raw, heart breaking. I loved this book so much. I will say that with everything going on in the world at the moment, if you are triggered by anything plague related, then I'd avoid this story until less turbulent times. However don't sleep on this series!

If I had anything negative to say, it would be that I wish more had been done with the Prince's character from the start of the book. He is just sort of bland in the background for most of the story, until near the end. And I wanted more from him.

But this is a fast paced journey filled with darkness, oppression, love and hope. And I am clamouring for the sequel!