Initially, the writing style of this young adult novel seemed old fashioned, but it eventually added to its unusual and one-of-a-kind atmosphere. The story was presented through two points of view: Blue and Gansy. While Gansy's storyline felt somewhat distant, I found myself more connected to Blue's. However, as the two stories merged, I became increasingly invested in both. Although the pacing was somewhat slow, the gradual unraveling of the mystery kept me interested. Overall, this first book in the series left me curious to read more.