The Good:
The world-building was excellent. This is usually my #1 complaint in a fantasy book, be it too much or too little, but it seemed to be just right. The pacing was also very well done. It didn't feel like a trek to get through the 500+ pages and I was very interested in all of the POVs. The ending is also very mysterious and intriguing and instantly made me want to read the sequel.

The Not So Good:
My main complaint is the plot. It was pretty predictable and easy BUT I have a feeling this will be rectified in a 2nd book and we're being fooled with this 1st one. I also would have liked more insight into Sebastian and Sonya's mother but again, I assume this will be addressed in the next book.

Overall, a very solid fantasy read!

Thanks so much to Netgalley and the publisher for the e-arc!