Well. It's sure got a premise. That's about all it has going for it.

Fully enjoyable and a great read. My favorite parts of this book were as our protagonist tries to navigate the magical world, he learns new things about the dynamics of it and grows because of that. His friends and cat are a great addition to the story, and made me smile.

However, I did like book 1 in the series better. This novel just feels like it's missing the propulsive stakes of the first book.

Thanks to Netgalley and Ace for a copy of this book. All opinions are my own.

The pacing is terrible. The characters are boring. The poems are annoying. Though the atmosphere is well crafted, that doesn't make this a good story.

I am now hiding in a bunker as the fans I have enraged sing beautiful elvish songs outside.

I am floored with every reread how well written and well constructed this novel is.