Young Adult Adventure published by Henry Holt & Co. 7 Aug 18
Overall, I enjoyed this story. The world building in the beginning is intense and a little slow. It took me a minute to understand everything, but after about ten chapters, I really got into it.
The enemies to lovers is perfect; the FMC is strong, stubborn, and determined; and the MMC would do anything to keep the ones he loves safe. It has a lot of the fantasy elements I adore.
My main issue is the little bit of magic isn’t really ever explained. Although I hadn’t realized until after I read the duology, there’s a trilogy that takes place before this. I think if I had read that first, the world building wouldn’t have felt so intense. If you’re interested in reading this, you might want to check out The Remnant Chronicles first.
Grade: B-
Summary:
A formidable outlaw family that claims to be the first among nations.
A son destined to lead, thrust suddenly into power.
Three fierce young women of the Rahtan, the queen’s premier guard.
A legendary street thief leading a mission, determined to prove herself.
A dark secret that is a threat to the entire continent.
When outlaw leader meets reformed thief, a cat-and-mouse game of false moves ensues, bringing them intimately together in a battle that may cost them their lives—and their hearts.
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