TL;DR Review Did I struggle to get through the first half of the first book? Yes. Did I power through and absolutely devour the rest of the series in the span of about two weeks? Also yes. I distinctly remember the moment when I said out loud to my husband “Why am I reading this…
TL;DR Review 5 stars, but not as good as ACOTAR. Less romance, more politics, and much better suited for a YA audience. There’s murder, intrigue, magic, and of course, a strong female protagonist who is relatable if not sometimes frustrating. Great world-building, snappy dialogue that improves after the first book, and interesting characters and conflicts….