I loved the character development overall. I particularly enjoyed the character arc of the MCs. However, parts felt rushed and not explained, as well as they could have been imo, particularly for the side characters. This could simply be because it is part of a series, but I feel like the world/character building would would have benefitted by having a little more focus.

I think the plot was great along with the plot twists, and I am keen to read book 2 when it is published. 

The banter between the characters had me laughing in places, and the spice was nice.