It was a bit slow to start but once the tournament actually gets going it really picks up. The magic system is interesting and unique. I like how everyone’s magic or special skill/ability seems to have a disadvantage too. Hunger Games-esque. Switching allegiances. Mysterious. Def morally gray characters. A bit of romance. Betrayal.  A good time and def looking forward to reading the second one, glad I started this once it was already out 🙃