I did not expect to love this as much as I did. Swashbuckling rogues, a Kaz Brekker lookalike with magic, Italy but Oligarchic.

There was so much depth to this story lurking just below the surface but it never felt like we needed to explore it, because the plot itself, while a slow start, is so interesting on its own. I never realised how much fun political fantasy could be.

Was I confused at times because of the million characters? Maybe. The magic system? Girl you tell me I have no clue. But the dance of politics and the inherent appeal of sexuality simmering just out of sight got me.

Ren, Rose, Arenza, Renata,

if you are free on Saturday night when I am also free please let me know. 

Loved the conclusion and I'm so excited to see where this series takes me next.