I hadn't realized this was a standalone but I enjoyed it all the same.
The story telling is beautiful and the plot is intriguing. There was a tough patch in the middle where the story kind of dragged. I wish we'd gotten to see more interaction between Amar and Maya because their relationship was a bit insta-lovey but it was kind of understandable once we got the backstory.
Overall, I give this book 3 stars. It was a fantastic, quick, and beautiful read, overall.