I enjoyed this book but it was so hard for me to push myself through at times. One reason I think was due to the repetition of plot points of the previous novellas in each subsequent story. This is necessary for them to stand alone, but made the experience of reading them like a book harder. The other, bigger reason is that I knew the major things that were in store as a result of having read Throne of Glass already, and I don't easily enjoy reading towards something that I know will happen. There were some really strong moments though and I loved the introduction of plot hooks that anticipate what is to come in the series.