YES this is what I want from a romantasy - such great world building, slow burn tension romance, and great characters. I loved the mysteries strewn throughout. The only thing that keeps it from a 5 star is that Im not a fan of the 'inevitable' trope where things that are fated fall into place (unless it's just fated mates 🥹). I'm hoping things shift in the next book from that trope, but I'm still hooked and still loving this series!