I'm greatly delayed in reading and reviewing this arc, partly due to seeing a lot of less than savory reviews,
Im sad to report, that I agree with the majority of the critiques surrounding this sequel. The pacing was rooough. The beginning felt drawn out for and more or less like a lustful, little vacay. Then BAM, enter all this info dumping of court politics, trial(s), and some history. Interesting details, yes, but this is where the pace picks up and we're kinda flying through the drama.
I also found the sudden change in Remy's relationship with his father unbelievable and unsatisfying. Then double BAM, the story ends, faaaiiirly quickly.
I think I just wanted a lot less of the first third of this book and more relationship development between our main characters (outside of sexy time) and the supporting cast.
Overall, it was still worth the read for me as I wanted an ending and the plot line with mother dearest was interesting.

Thanks to NetGalley and Saga Press for the eARC!