What readers are saying about this book

Summarized by Pango AI

PangoBooks readers have mixed feelings about this book. Many appreciated the rich world-building, complex characters, and political intrigue, with several reviews noting that the second half of the book picked up significantly and left them eager for the sequels. There were mixed opinions on the romance subplot, with some praising the unique enemies-to-lovers dynamic while others found it underwhelming and slow to develop. The protagonist, Jude, received praise for her strong and ambitious character, though some felt her inner monologue and development were not always convincing. Overall, readers found it to be a thrilling, dark fantasy with some flaws but sufficient charm and excitement to continue with the series.