I loved this book so very much it actually was better than the first book I am really looking forward to the final book whenever it comes out. I loved the characters so much more this time especially Ana, Ramson, and Linn and a few of the other characters they all fit so well into the story. I really liked that Ana's and Ramson's relationship took one step forward only for it to take at least four steps back I really hope they get together by the end of the series. I loved Ana for her strength and willingness to go above and beyond to save her kingdom from a tyrant and of course to avenge her brother she can most anything and keep going she is such a well written character. I loved how Ramson was written a character with so many layers that I loved reading about. I loved Linn for her loyalty and strength of both will and actual strength she was so well written I look forward to reading more about her. I loved the plot it picks up after the end of book one and never really slows down there is one major incident after the next with the characters fighting for their lives and everything to do with that I really loved this book I really want that next book as soon as possible.